Tag: Open source
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What is a serverless database? Plus 8 picks for 2024
Posted on January 21, 2024, Level beginner Resource Length medium
Today, we're diving deep into serverless databases as one solution for aligning these goals. Specifically, we'll check out what they are, how they work, and what benefits they offer. See, when we build any kind of solution, a big portion of the cost is the infrastructure we use to store and host relevant data. This also has an outsized impact on the quality and success of whatever we're building. By Ronan McQuillan.
Tags nosql serverless open-source distributed database
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Eleven good resources to learn SQL and NoSQL
Posted on January 20, 2024, Level beginner Resource Length medium
SQL and NoSQL are in demand, and learning these tech skills can help improve one's career prospects. These skills are essential for developers, data scientists, business analysts, or anyone working in related fields with data. By Durga Prasad Acharya.
Tags nosql app-development event-driven open-source sql database
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The current state of quantum computing in 2023
Posted on December 22, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length long
In June 2023 an IBM computing executive claimed quantum computers were entering the "utility" phase, in which high-tech experimental devices become useful. In September, Australia's Chief Scientist Cathy Foley went so far as to declare "the dawn of the quantum era". Obviously, quantum computers are having a moment. But – to step back a little – what exactly are they? By Christopher Ferrie.
Tags robotics ai open-source frameworks machine-learning
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The current state of quantum computing
Posted on December 7, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length long
Understanding the concept of quantum physics lays the foundation for distinguishing how quantum computers differ from classical ones. Unlike the binary logic used by classical computers, where computation is confined to zeros and ones, quantum computers leverage a state known as superposition, which allows for simultaneous existence of zeroes and ones. By Rich Tran and Franz Klein.
Tags robotics programming open-source frameworks
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Code like a boss: Personal productivity for software engineers
Posted on September 24, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length short
The most effective and successful software engineers have one thing in common—they're personal productivity pros! The engineering field has distractions, competing priorities, growing to-do lists, too many meetings, and other sneaky time thieves. By Alyssa Towns.
Tags programming open-source miscellaneous performance software
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Linux networking: Simplified guide to IP addresses and routing
Posted on September 23, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length short
The article begins by explaining the basics of networking concepts, such as IP addresses and their formats. It covers the difference between IPv4 and IPv6 addresses, as well as public and private IPs1. Subnet masks and gateways are also discussed, with subnet masks determining the network and host portions of an IP address, and gateways connecting local networks to external networks. By by George Whittaker.
Tags iot linux robotics servers open-source miscellaneous
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Top 5 Android app development fundamentals for beginners
Posted on September 2, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length medium
The cool features that come along with apps are what draw the interests of users. Apps make phones "smart" and through their benefits, apps have drastically transformed how we function today. Adept programmers are getting busy, designing, and building apps of their own and embedding them with favorable features. By Eshna Verma.
Tags open-source web-development app-development android
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IPv4 prices: Supply and demand in 2023
Posted on September 1, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length short
In early 2022 the discount that had been available for large blocks of IPv4 addresses disappeared. For the first time in years, /16 blocks and larger began to sell at an increasing premium. By Q2-2023, small and medium-sized blocks sold for a 30-35% discount to larger ones. By Lee Howard.
Tags open-source cio management miscellaneous cloud
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Shaping the future: Conversation with Jory Burson on the 2023 state of open standards
Posted on August 31, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length short
Open standards are the hidden architecture that underpins everything from communication protocols to how our devices talk to one another. These standards provide a shared language that ensures compatibility and drives innovation. However, until recently, there was a significant gap in understanding the attitudes, beliefs, and practices of those involved in creating these vital tools. By The Linux Foundation.
Tags open-source cio management teams
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Lessons from maintainers of the world's most critical software
Posted on August 13, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length short
The article interviews maintainers of some of the world's most critical software, including the Linux kernel, the OpenBSD operating system, and the Apache HTTP Server. The maintainers share their insights on how to build and maintain successful open source projects. By The Linux Foundation.
Tags infosec servers learning open-source
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How to make engaging programming videos
Posted on July 4, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length long
Programming videos have become an increasingly popular medium for sharing knowledge and helping the fellow developers on your team. Especially when you're working remotely, effective communication is vital, and screencasts have emerged as a powerful tool that meets this need. That's why knowing how to make programming videos is a valuable skill, no matter where you are in your career. By Philipp Acsany.
Tags open-source miscellaneous web-development programming
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PayPal open sources key-value store JunoDB
Posted on June 27, 2023, Level beginner Resource Length long
PayPal last month released the source code for JunoDB, a distributed key-value store it developed internally and which today powers a variety of backend services at the payment site, including 350 billion transaction requests per day, the company says. By Alex Woodie.
Tags open-source performance web-development app-development database