Beyond Digital: Applying UX Principles to Relocation

User Experience design methodologies are known for their effectiveness in improving the usability, accessibility, and satisfaction of digital products and services. However, their principles can also be applied to solving everyday tasks that we face in various aspects of our lives and can be applied to relocation. They include understanding user needs, prioritizing simplicity and … Read more

Is Your Apache Ni-Fi Ready for Production?

Before you say that the production cluster is ready to work, there are a number of requirements that are useful to consider, so in the future, do not panic when something goes wrong! =) Let’s start with the first point – Cluster infrastructure and architecture. Taking into account that this is the first launch and … Read more

How Artificial Intelligence Has Changed The CRM Game

From writing automated emails for lead generation to routing customer cases for swift resolution, automation lies at the core of a customer relationship management (CRM) solution. Modern CRM solutions help sales, marketing, and customer service teams streamline repetitive actions, allowing them to focus on what matters the most. Just when the world thought automation could … Read more

The Role of RLHF in Mitigating Bias and Improving AI Model Fairness

Large language models have become ubiquitous across industries, assisting doctors in clinical diagnosis, helping cybersecurity experts understand complex rules, and enabling businesses to engage effectively with customers and craft compelling marketing materials. However, as these models grow in complexity and capability, so do concerns about bias, fairness, and safety. Biased models can impact decision-making, creating … Read more

Git Ahead Dashboard: A Quick Guide

The vast majority of modern systems are built on a microservice architecture. This means that you can be the maintainer of about a hundred services, which are being worked on by several teams of software engineers. As the person responsible for the system, it is important for you to monitor the relevance of the master … Read more

Optimizing Node.js Code Coverage With NYC in Docker Containers

There are particular difficulties in getting NYC coverage from Node.js operating in Docker containers. This blog discusses the procedures needed to operate Node.js clusters in Docker and produce reliable code coverage reports. How to Get Coverage Nativally? Running NYC locally is straightforward with a simple command: “start”: “nyc node ./dist/main.js”, However, there are more stages … Read more

Server Sent Events 101: A Guide

Server Sent Events (SSE), as the name suggests, are a way to communicate with the client by keeping a persistent connection in which the server sends text messages to the client whenever they are available. They are similar to websockets but, unlike websockets, the connection is unidirectional, i.e., only the server has the capability to … Read more

AI Sentience: How Neural Correlates Setback Consciousness Research

It is not just that the neural correlates of consciousness may never be found—because they do not exist, it is that seeking them would continue to setback consciousness science research. Consciousness is supposed to be different from functions, which should have ruled out that there are correlates. Neuroscience has identified several clusters of neurons responsible … Read more

Art NFTs in the Tech Sphere in 2024

Creativity and flexibility… Doing what matters… Shape the globe perspective… Is it your dream or daily routine already? Wow! Digital art marketplace is rapidly growing, ensuring an innovative & transparent approach with NFTs. How can we make it legally accessible and strategically? Let’s discover together! What is an NFT & key objectives? NFT, or Non-Fungible … Read more

I Made a Stream Deck For Literally No Money

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

Brave New Word: Exploring the Diverse Niches for Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks

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

OpenTelemetry: Unraveling @WithSpan in Kotlin Coroutines and the JVM

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

Breaking the Procrastination Cycle: Stop Paying the Hidden Costs of Saying “Tomorrow”

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

INE Security Launches Initiatives To Invest In The Education Of Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals

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

How to Integrate Apache DolphinScheduler with AWS EMR & Redshift

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

17 Open Source Tools That Could Replace Your Favorite Software

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

10 More Patterns to Solve 1000 More LeetCode Problems

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

BUIDLing Your Next Great AI dApp? These 9 ‘Ethereum Alternatives’ Should Be on Your Radar.

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

5 New Malware Techniques to Steal Your Crypto (2024)

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

GenLayer Paves the Way for Intelligent Contracts with $7.5M Seed Funding

YeagerAI, the team behind the decentralized AI network GenLayer, has secured $7.5 million in seed funding. This investment, led by North Island Ventures, signals growing interest in the potential of AI-enhanced blockchain systems. GenLayer’s innovative approach introduces the concept of “intelligent contracts,” a leap beyond traditional smart contracts. These new tools aim to connect blockchain-based … Read more

Google AI Did Not Write This Headline (Though It Should Have)

Artificial intelligence, artificial intelligence, and more artificial intelligence. That’s the best way to sum up Google‘s annual ‘Made by Google’ event that took place recently. The star of the show? Artificial intelligence. :::info Got something to add to the conversation? Start publishing on HackerNoon today! (It’s free!) ::: Artificial intelligence in your phone, artificial intelligence … Read more

Pay by Bank: How Dwolla is Improving Digital Payments

Digital transformation is a commonly used phrase inside businesses planning for almost any change related to their industry, processes, strategies, and almost anything that impacts the bottom line. Getting more granular, businesses relying on traditional payment methods are looking to enhance their transactions and learn how digital payments solutions can an impactful area of transformation.  … Read more

Here’s Why I Decided to Pursue a CS Degree Even Though I Already Had a Stable Job in the Field

It’s important to start by mentioning that this isn’t my first university experience. Back in 2014, I enrolled in a Biological Sciences program. Attending college was a transformative experience that positively impacted my life. Although I didn’t complete the degree due to a move to another country, which made it impossible to continue remotely, I … Read more