JSON, which stands for JavaScript Object Notation, is a lightweight data-interchange format that offers a way to store and exchange data that is simple to read and write. It can be viewed as a format for organizing data so that different programs can understand it. It is frequently used for transmitting data in web applications between a server and a client. JSON logs are log entries that are formatted in JSON.

The method of a company to obtain, exploit and store information or knowledge employed to make the business run profitably is known as “knowledge management”. Several small or mid-sized businesses, miserably, just wait for the big companies or market players of the industry to specify which knowledge should be preserved and how it should be managed.

We’re not trying to coin a new era, but it’s pretty clear now how ordering groceries online has become a go-to option for Gen Zs and Millennials alike. Wherever you are, there’s likely a grocery delivery service that’s ready to bring what you need right to your door. Globally, this market is expected to keep booming, with an impressive growth rate projected at 11.81% from 2024 to 2029, which would bring its value to a whopping $1,347 billion by 2029.

We are excited to introduce a new feature in Choreo that provides the ability to register and consume third-party services through connections. This feature empowers developers to seamlessly integrate external services such as Twillio, Salesforce, etc. with their Choreo applications, opening up a world of possibilities for creating more robust and versatile applications.

PostgreSQL's EXPLAIN command is a powerful tool that provides insights into how a query will be executed. It helps developers and database administrators identify potential performance issues in their queries. In this blog, we will explore what EXPLAIN is, when to use it, how to interpret its output, and techniques for optimizing queries based on the insights it provides.

Unit tests are essential for increasing the test coverage of a backend application, ensuring its reliability, functionality, and robustness. Jest has become one of the most popular solutions when unit testing in Node, due to its intuitive API, zero-configuration philosophy, and flexible approach to code transpilation. In this guide, you will learn more about Jest, explore its features, and see it in action through a complete example. Become a Jest unit testing expert!

In the previous part of this series, we discovered how to create persistent connections in Rack in theory, but now we'll put what we learned into practice. The web has two formalized specifications for communication over a persistent connection: server-sent events (SSEs) and WebSockets. WebSockets are widely used and highly popular, but SSEs are far less well-known. Let's explore them first.

When it comes to mobile app development, slow build times are not only the biggest source of frustration for developers but also the greatest barrier to innovation and competitive advantage. We surveyed developers at DroidCon New York and they overwhelmingly reported that build delays hindered their ability to release new features, fix bugs, and iterate quickly. Two-thirds of respondents said they wait more than 10 minutes for their mobile builds.

Federal government agencies are facing a growing workforce challenge. The looming retirement wave, particularly among experienced baby boomers, threatens to leave critical knowledge gaps in agencies that are already struggling with understaffing. To bridge this gap, government agencies must focus on appealing to a younger workforce that brings fresh perspectives, technological expertise, and a strong desire to make an impact.

Appian was already the scalability leader, but the Autoscale feature in our 24.4 release is taking our customers even further. Autoscale lets enterprises execute six million processes per hour. It's what today's IT teams need to handle unprecedented process volume without sacrificing agility. This blog is a technical overview of Autoscale. Appian is the process company. For more than 25 years, industry-defining organizations have turned to Appian to orchestrate their most important processes.