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New Insights into Federated API Gateways in Gartner Hype Cycle for APIs, 2023

Seeking greater insights into the role of federated API gateways? A good place to start is the recently published Gartner® Hype Cycle for APIs, 2023 , which highlights federated API gateways as a technology at the “emerging” maturity stage with a “high” benefit rating.

Understanding the Fallacies of Distributed Systems

Imagine you have a big, complex task to complete, but it's too much for one person to handle alone. So, you decide to break the task into smaller parts and ask your friends to help you. Each friend takes care of their assigned part independently, and when everyone finishes their part, the entire task is complete.

How to build a chat app like WhatsApp

When was the last time you WhatsApped someone? In all likelihood, the answer is probably not that long ago. First released in 2009, WhatsApp quickly became the default setting for instant messaging in much of the world. By 2014, it defined the market so much that it was acquired by Facebook – and it has pretty much remained a leader in the chat space ever since.

AI and Low-Code: 4 Things to Know

Today, organizations must do more with less. The pace of innovation has increased exponentially, yet resources remain the same (or are dwindling). Between talent shortages, long development cycles that rely on traditional programming languages, and technology teams that are already stretched perilously thin, many businesses have glaring operational problems they simply can’t solve with their current resources.

3 Key Traits of a Successful Product Owner for Government Applications

The product owner role is becoming increasingly common at government agencies implementing new software, such as government acquisition solutions. The product owner’s responsibilities include defining and prioritizing the product backlog—which includes a list of features, enhancements, and fixes—to make sure the product aligns with business goals.

High Mast Lighting Systems: Illuminating the Future with Smart Integration

High mast lighting systems have long been a staple in illuminating large areas such as highways, airports, sports fields, and industrial facilities. These towering fixtures provide powerful illumination, ensuring safety and visibility in even the most challenging conditions. However, as technology advances, so does the potential to make these systems even more efficient and versatile. In this article, we delve into the concept of high mast lighting and explore the exciting possibilities that arise from integrating smart technologies, such as IoT (Internet of Things) sensors and automation.

Generate Interface Forms in Seconds with Appian AI Copilot

Ever since the release of ChatGPT, which showed the potential of generative artificial intelligence (AI), enterprises have raced to operationalize generative AI within their organizations. In fact, AI represents the primary challenge for nearly every organization today. You will either be good at AI or bad at business. Appian was quick on the AI draw.

Java Threads: Boosting Performance with Concurrency

Welcome to our exploration of Java threads—a fascinating feature that let your computer multitask like a pro! Threads are like mini-workers inside your computer, each handling a different job at the same time. Normally, your computer works on one task at a time. But with threads, it can tackle multiple tasks concurrently, making things faster and more efficient. Threads can speed up your programs and make them work better. But wait, there's a twist! With great power comes great complexity.

Rethinking API Development: DreamFactory's Pioneering Approach to API Generation

APIs have come to dominate the software landscape, acting as the connectors and communicators between disparate systems. Traditionally, the world of APIs has been dominated by API management tools, platforms that focus on overseeing, monitoring, and securing APIs. But what if we’ve been approaching APIs from a slightly skewed angle? Here’s the key things to know about DreamFactory’s approach to API Generation: Table of Contents.