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How to set up a Microsoft SQL Server API in DreamFactory

This video will show you how simple it is to set up a Microsoft SQL server using DreamFactory. Who we are: DreamFactory is an API generation solution for more than 20 databases and many other data sources. With DreamFactory you can connect to any data source and instantly access a full-featured, secure, and documented REST API for your projects. DreamFactory replaces months of API development and server-side integration work. Start your projects with reliable REST APIs from day one.

EP4: Architects Take On Platform Engineering

Join us for another episode of the ‘Discovering the Architecture Middle Path’ podcast. In this episode, our hosts Sanjiva and Asanka explore platform engineering, breaking down the buzz around platforms and delving into the architectural aspects that make them strong and scalable. Drawing from their hands-on experience, they discuss the relationship between architecture and engineering within platforms, covering concepts like modularity, microservices, and event-driven design. They also touch on important factors such as security and scalability. Whether you're an aspiring architect or an experienced engineer, gain practical insights to build or refine your platforms for the future.

FactoryBot for Rails testing

In the Ruby community, there's near-unanimous agreement on the importance of testing. Tests act as a safeguard, ensuring that the digital experiences we craft remain consistent, reliable, and of high quality. Many in the Ruby community claim that no code change is complete without tests. They are an integral part of the development workflow. Regular testing ensures that new features, refactors, or bug fixes do not introduce unforeseen issues or regressions.

WebAssembly (WASM): Opportunities for Ruby Developers

Most websites are built with high-level languages like Ruby. Developers can always optimize their code for improved performance. Yet, even with top-notch optimization practices, what if your website still lags? How could WASM help improve the performance (time and speed) of your Ruby apps? Web Assembly is a technology that allows developers to compile code written in languages other than Javascript and run it on the web browser.

The CHIPS and Science Act's Ongoing Impact

More than a year after the CHIPS and Science Act was signed into law – granting $52 billion in subsidies for chip manufacturers to build fabrication plants in the U.S. – it has had a notable impact on semiconductor jobs, education, and overall outlook. Though the act spurred dramatic and immediate investment in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, some of the key gains are just starting to be seen.

Business Process Optimization Explained (Plus, 4 Real-World Examples)

Every organization has business processes, but too often processes go unimproved for years because they’re “the way things have always been”—or because the prospect of optimizing them is overwhelming. When outdated processes are shrugged at and left to run untouched, it costs your business speed and quality. And it’s not just about a better current state. Business process optimization helps you grow and innovate in a rapidly changing world.

How to Specify and Handle Exceptions in Java

Errors happen all the time in the software world. It might be an invalid user input, an external system not responding, or a simple programming error. In all these situations, the errors occur at runtime, and the application needs to handle them. Otherwise, it crashes and can’t process further requests. Java provides a powerful exception handling mechanism that allows you to handle the exceptional event where it occurred or in one of the higher methods in the call stack.

What is an Unhandled Exception and How to Find Them

In the world of programming, exceptions are inevitable. They represent unexpected or exceptional events that can occur during the execution of a program. While some exceptions might be anticipated and handled gracefully, others might be unexpected, leading to application crashes or unexpected behavior. This guide delves into the nuances of exceptions in C#, focusing on the importance of handling an unhandled exception and the tools available for the same.

From Vision to Venture 01 - Josh Twist

From Vision to Venture is a Moesif podcast that highlights some of the biggest wins and challenges in the startup space today. Every episode, we'll talk to different founders to discover some of the strategies that they've used on their journey from being an early-stage startup to a little bit later stage. Whether you want to hear more about how to manage life as a startup founder or raise a round of investment, this is the podcast for you.