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03 Nov

How to install Cursor on Arch linux

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1. Go to Cursor's website 2. Press Download for free (it should download an .Appimage file) 3. Navigate to the file and run chmod +x cursor-<version_number>.Appimage to make it executable 4. Run ./cursor-<version_number>.Appimage to make sure it starts 5. If yes, add it to the application list with sudo mv cursor-<version_number>.AppImage ~/opt/cursor.appimage 6. Make a desktop entry for the app sudo nano /usr/share/applications/cursor.desktop CTRL + V this into the file: [Desktop Entry] Name=Cursor Exec=/opt/cursor.appimage Icon=/opt/cursor.png Type=Application Categories=Development; Enter fullscreen mode Exit fullscreen mode 7. Save the file, move the icon cursor.png of your choice to ~/opt/ 8. You are done!…

03 Nov

Experiences and Caveats of Svelte 5 Migration

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I have recently updated a rather complex web application. The application has features like auth, Stripe, i18n, dark/light mode, PWA, etc. Overall, it has around 30 pages and components, with almost no third-party npm packages. I would like to point out what I found quite challenging when migrating the app to Svelte 5. Auto-Migration Script Hammer The auto-migration script provided by Svelte can do the job for you with this "one-liner" command in the terminal npx sv migrate svelte-5 (after you do all the necessary updates and installs: "@sveltejs/vite-plugin-svelte": "^4.0.0" and "svelte": "^5"). But I do not recommend this "hammer"…

31 Oct

Safaricom Daraja API: Dynamic QR Code API Generation Guide

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The Dynamic QR Code API on Safaricom’s Daraja platform provides a way for businesses to generate QR codes for M-PESA transactions. This allows customers to scan the QR code in the My Safaricom App or M-PESA app to automatically capture the till number and transaction amount, making payments seamless at select Lipa Na M-Pesa outlets. This guide provides instructions for integrating the Dynamic QR API, along with request and response examples. Endpoint Overview Method: POST URL: https://sandbox.safaricom.co.ke/mpesa/qrcode/v1/generate Authentication: Requires a Bearer token generated via the Authorization API. Prerequisites Access Token: Generate a token by using the Authorization API. Registered Application:…

28 Oct

From Headlines to YouTube: Crafting an AI-Powered News Video Generator

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As content creation becomes more dynamic and competitive, automation tools powered by artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming the way creators, publishers, and news agencies generate media. In this tutorial, we’ll walk through how to build an AI-driven news video generator using SwarmZero AI and Livepeer AI. This system automates the process of fetching news, narrating it, generating visuals, and uploading engaging video summaries to YouTube. With a seamless pipeline that incorporates news aggregation, audio narration, image generation, and video editing, this project provides a versatile tool for creators looking to produce informative content with minimal manual effort. Overview of Our…

26 Oct

Why We Migrated Our WordPress Site from Hostinger to AWS LightSail

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For over three years, our company’s WordPress blog was hosted on Hostinger. However, we recently decided to migrate to AWS LightSail to leverage its reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. Although AWS EC2 could also host WordPress, it requires extensive manual configuration, which we opted to avoid at this stage. In this blog, I’ll walk you through how to migrate an existing WordPress site to AWS LightSail or set up a new one, detailing each step for a smooth transition. Step 1: Create a new AWS account, if you have sign in to AWS console Step 2: Search LightSail Step 3: Create…

25 Oct

Weekly GitHub Project: NewsNow – Elegantly Reading Real-Time Trending News

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Project Introduction This week, we're introducing NewsNow, a news aggregation platform that allows you to elegantly read real-time trending news. NewsNow quickly aggregates real-time news from multiple data sources, offering a smooth reading experience that helps users easily access the latest trending information. This project supports GitHub OAuth login and uses Cloudflare D1 database to manage and store data. In this guide, I'll walk you through the step-by-step process of deploying this open-source project on Cloudflare Pages. You’ll learn how to set up GitHub OAuth login, configure Cloudflare D1 database, and successfully deploy the project. Deployment Guide 1. Preparation 1.1…

23 Oct

Fundamentos de Operadores

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Os fundamentos de operadores em programação são essenciais para realizar operações matemáticas, comparações lógicas, manipulação de dados e controle de fluxo dentro de um programa. Vamos aprender eles usando JavaScript? Principais tipos de operadores em JavaScript: 1. Operadores Aritméticos São usados para realizar operações matemáticas entre números. Esses operadores incluem: Adição (+): Soma dois valores. Subtração (-): Subtrai o segundo valor do primeiro. Multiplicação (*): Multiplica dois valores. Divisão (/): Divide o primeiro valor pelo segundo. Módulo (%): Retorna o resto da divisão entre dois valores. Exponenciação (``)**: Eleva o primeiro valor à potência do segundo. Exemplo: let a =…

22 Oct

C# advanced: Exploring Tuples An Alternative to Anonymous Types

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Meta Description:Learn how to use tuples in C# for grouping elements, returning multiple values, and enhancing code readability. Explore examples, key differences from anonymous types, and hands-on assignments at easy, medium, and difficult levels Understanding Tuples in C#: A Better Way to Group Elements Welcome to a deeper dive into a powerful language feature in C#: tuples. While anonymous types are useful for grouping data, tuples offer a more flexible way to organize and access multiple values together across your application. Let's explore tuples and see how they differ from anonymous types. What Are Tuples? Tuples have been around in…

17 Oct

Understanding SOLID Principles in C#

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As developers, we often come across the term "SOLID" principles, which are a set of five design principles that help us write maintainable, scalable, and efficient code. However, understanding and applying these concepts in real-life projects can sometimes be tricky. To make it simpler, let's break down each principle with practical, relatable examples and code snippets that any developer can understand. 1. Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) Real-Life Example: Imagine you’re organizing a community event, and Alex, your friend, tries to handle everything—from setting up the venue, to promoting the event, to managing food. With so many responsibilities, things often slip…

16 Oct

How to Install WordPress on a Live Server – Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

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Learn How to Install WordPress on a Live Server with this easy step-by-step guide. From setting up your hosting environment to configuring WordPress, get your website live quickly. You Can Learn Laravel 11: How to Generate PDF and Send Emails – Step-by-Step TutorialHow to Install WordPress on a Live Server, you need to follow a series of steps. Here’s a detailed guide: 1. Purchase a Domain and Hosting Domain: This is your website’s name (e.g., yourwebsite.com). You may already have this if you’re using your own site zerinhost.com.Hosting: This is where your website files are stored. Ensure you have a…