Month: August 2024

Dear readers & friends, It’s been a while, and I’m sorry for that. I’ve been suffering from a mild case of writer’s block for the better part of the past year. But I’ve managed to turn things around and could finally finish my five-part article series on how to develop a comprehensive strategy for a … Read more

We all know Stream Decks are expensive. So I decided to make it for literally no money. I’ve been working on an open-source project called NumberDeck. It is a software version of the physical Stream Deck. Let me break down what it does. What is StreamDeck? A Stream Deck is a customizable external hardware piece … Read more

It is often said that the rise of decentralized physical infrastructure networks, or DePIN, is going to represent a paradigm shift in how industries and governments have managed and used critical infrastructure. But what do these phrases mean? And what does it look like, practically speaking? Unlike classic centralized models, DePINs leverage decentralized networks in … Read more

I recently compared three OpenTelemetry approaches on the JVM: Java Agent v1, v2, and Micrometer. I used Kotlin and coroutines without overthinking. I received interesting feedback on the usage of @WithSpan with coroutines: https://x.com/sur3shg/status/1820808609682321783?embedable=true Indeed, the @WithSpan annotation works flawlessly in conjunction with coroutines since some time already. However, it made me think about the … Read more

We often trick ourselves into thinking procrastination is free. It’s not. If you procrastinate today, you’ll wake up tomorrow as the same person, but with less time, more stress, and fewer options. That’s the price you pay for putting things off. I call it the “Procrastination Tax.” It’s a loan shark that charges compound interest … Read more

n CARY, North Carolina, August 22nd, 2024, CyberNewsWire/INE Security, a global cybersecurity training and certification provider, recently launched initiatives with several higher education institutions in an ongoing campaign to invest in the education of aspiring cybersecurity professionals. “There is a critical skills gap in the industry, which has enormous implications for businesses and individuals alike,” … Read more

Introduction In this article, we will share the practice of integrating DolphinScheduler with AWS’s EMR and Redshift, hoping to provide you with a deeper understanding of AWS’s intelligent data lakehouse architecture and the importance of DolphinScheduler in real-world applications. AWS Intelligent Data Lakehouse Architecture First, let’s take a look at the classic AWS intelligent data … Read more

In the dynamic world of software and applications, many users are discovering the power and flexibility of open-source alternatives. Whether you’re looking to cut costs, avoid vendor lock-in, or explore new tools, open-source options offer customizable solutions that rival their proprietary counterparts. In this article, we’ll explore 17 powerful open-source tools that can effectively replace … Read more

Security Measures are the Need of the Hour! The entire world is online. AI is evolving at a rapid pace. And never has cyber-security been more important than today. As AI evolves, hackers and security threats increase in potency and power every day. Some of the most dangerous cyber-security threats in 2024 are: Ransomware Attacks … Read more

Introduction In our previous article, available on this link, I introduced 10 powerful patterns that can help solve a wide variety of LeetCode problems efficiently. These patterns, including Two Pointers, Sliding Window, Binary Search, Depth-First Search, and Breadth-First Search, provide a structured approach to tackling common algorithmic challenges. However, as you progress through LeetCode and … Read more

Piqued by the potential of AI decentralised applications (dapps) but unsure where to start? You’re not alone. With the buzz around blockchain and artificial intelligence, developers are constantly searching for the most conducive platforms to bring their Eureka moment to life. In this article, we’ll guide you through the top blockchain infrastructures that offer the … Read more

Cybercriminals never stop innovating, and they’re especially attracted to cryptocurrencies. Maybe you’re on your merry way exploring the Internet without knowing how many landmines you’re about to step on. It never hurts to be careful and keep up to date on the latest security trends when it’s about protecting your crypto funds. To give you … Read more