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21 Nov

Understanding WeakRefs and FinalizationRegistry in JavaScript

stp2y0 CommentsNewscoding, community, development, engineering, inclusive, javascript, node, programming, software, webdev

JavaScript has continuously evolved, and advanced features like WeakRef and FinalizationRegistry offer developers a granular level of control over memory management. These tools empower developers to create efficient applications while managing memory and resources in sophisticated ways. Let’s explore these constructs deeply, analyze their mechanics, and discuss their applications, limitations, and best practices. Memory Management in JavaScript: A Primer Before going into WeakRef and FinalizationRegistry, understanding JavaScript’s garbage collection mechanism is essential. The garbage collector automatically identifies and removes unused memory to optimize performance. However, this automated process has limitations, especially for scenarios requiring explicit or fine-grained memory management. Challenges…

20 Nov

Creating adaptive and responsive UIs in React Native

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Written by Chinwike Maduabuchi✏️ Imagine developing a mobile application that looks perfect on your test device, only to discover it appears broken on users' tablets. This is a recurring challenge in both mobile and web development. As devices continue to diversify in size and capability — from compact smartphones to expansive tablets and foldables — creating interfaces that adapt seamlessly across all devices has become not just a luxury, but a necessity for success. In this guide, we'll explore different ways we can build adaptive user interfaces in React Native. We'll dive deep into the tools, techniques, and best practices…

19 Nov

Ternary Operator in JS: Everything you need to know

stp2y0 CommentsNewscoding, community, development, engineering, frontend, inclusive, javascript, programming, software, webdev

What is Ternary? Ternary Operator is a javascript operator which is available across browsers since July 2015. It is a shorthand alternative for if/else statements. This operator is widely-used in different programming languages like Java, C, Python but our focus in this article will be on javascript. Let's check out the general syntax of ternary operator. condition ? ifTrue : ifFalse Enter fullscreen mode Exit fullscreen mode As you can see from the example above, ternary operator replaces if and else statements, accordingly, with ? and : symbols. The condition which is on the left-hand side of the question mark…

19 Nov

Your startup’s digital foundation: A comprehensive web development Q&A

stp2y0 CommentsNewscoding, community, development, engineering, inclusive, software, startup, tutorial, webdev, website

This Q&A session highlights the critical considerations for startups venturing into web development, emphasizing strategies to optimize resources, enhance user experience, and build scalable solutions. Why should startups prioritize web development early? Web development lays the foundation for a startup’s online presence, shaping user perceptions and driving engagement. Early investment ensures a robust digital infrastructure, streamlines user acquisition, and establishes credibility with customers and investors. What challenges do startups face in creating and maintaining websites? Startups often struggle with limited budgets, technical expertise, and time constraints. Balancing design, functionality, and scalability while staying user-focused can be challenging. Additionally, securing the…

17 Nov

Globally Replicated Services for the Rest of Us

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After reading endless serverless horror stories, you decided to deploy your application on the internet's current darling, Hetzner. But now, your server is stuck in one location while your users are spread all over the world, suffering from terrible latency. What do you do? Let me introduce you to geolocation DNS-based routing! The Problem: Global Latency When hosting applications in a single region, users from other parts of the world experience higher latency. For example, if your server is in Germany, users from Australia might experience delays of 300ms or more. This latency can significantly impact user experience, especially for…

17 Nov

True Alphanumeric / natural sorting in MySQL – why is the answer always recursion?

stp2y0 CommentsNewscoding, community, development, engineering, inclusive, mysql, programming, software, sql, webdev

Yesterday I attempted to solve alphanumeric sorting in MySQL and failed. (read that article here) I did get close though and had the right concept, just wrong execution. Today, I woke up and had an epiphany...recursion. The problem with recursion is that you have to understand recursion to be able to do recursion...and I don't understand recursion enough to do recursion in MySQL. However with a bit of Chat Gippity back and forth (by which I mean getting it to write what I asked for, getting back about 25% of what I asked for, fixing it and feeding it into…

15 Nov

What is Docker? Advantages, Disadvantages, and its Role in AI Applications

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Docker has rapidly gained popularity as a powerful tool in the realm of software development, and its benefits extend deeply into the artificial intelligence (AI) domain. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Docker, exploring its advantages, disadvantages, and how it’s transforming AI applications. If you're an AI developer or tech enthusiast, read on to understand why Docker might be your next best tool! What is Docker? At its core, Docker is a platform that allows developers to package applications and their dependencies into lightweight, portable containers. These containers are standardized, ensuring that applications run consistently across different environments. Instead…

14 Nov

REST vs. GraphQL: Choosing the Right API for Your Project

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In the world of APIs, REST and GraphQL are two popular choices, each offering unique advantages. Choosing the right approach can significantly impact the performance, flexibility, and scalability of your project. This article will explore the key differences between REST and GraphQL, providing insights to help you determine which is best suited for your needs. What Is REST? REST (Representational State Transfer) is an architectural style where clients interact with servers through specific endpoints and HTTP methods (like GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) to retrieve or modify data. Each REST endpoint represents a unique resource and returns standard HTTP status codes…

14 Nov

Converting HTML to JSX : JSX and Rules of JSX

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We will learn what JSX is and the rules of JSX. JSX is a syntax extension for JavaScript. You can write HTML-like formatting inside a JavaScript file. It is based on Web, Html, Css and JavaScript. web developers wrote the content of the page separately as an Html file, the designs as a Css file, and the logic as a JavaScript file. Need to know : JSX is a syntax extension, while React is a JavaScript library. <div class="wrapper">HTML</div> Enter fullscreen mode Exit fullscreen mode //CSS .wrapper { display : flex; } Enter fullscreen mode Exit fullscreen mode function myFunction()…

14 Nov

Crafting a Gladiator-Inspired Drop Cap with CSS and JavaScript

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Step into Ancient Rome with a Modern TwistInspired by the grandeur of ancient Rome, this gladiator-themed drop cap design elevates the classic typographic style with bold animations, rich color gradients, and immersive textures. Perfect for storytelling and history-themed sites, this drop cap brings dramatic flair and visual depth to any content with a single bold letter. In this guide, we'll dive into the key components, animations, and interactive effects that make this design stand out, and how each element contributes to an engaging user experience. You can explore this example directly on CodePen, and see it come to life in…