Why GOV.UK's Exit this Page component doesn't use the Escape key (10 minute read)
GOV.UK's Exit this Page component uses the Shift key instead of the Escape key for its shortcut function due to several technical limitations. The Escape key is not a reliable option because it's commonly used by browsers and operating systems for other functions, and its use is not always considered a user interaction by browsers. Other keys like Control or Alt have their own challenges, so Shift was chosen as the least flawed option.
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John Carmack on Inlined Code (14 minute read)
Doom co-creator John Carmack advocates for inlining code as a way to improve code clarity and reduce bugs. Inlining helps programmers become aware of all the code being executed, eliminates the possibility of functions being called from unintended places, and reduces the risk of bugs stemming from state changes. As an example, aerospace software uses inlining for reliability.
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You Don't Know Jack about Bandwidth (13 minute read)
Internet performance issues are often caused by latency, not insufficient bandwidth. This latency is exacerbated by outdated router software that leads to buffering and congestion, especially during video calls and other high-demand activities. There are various software solutions to address these latency problems at the ISP level that have proven effective in the real world.
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Warm Handoffs (14 minute read)
Warm handoffs are when questions are redirected in chat channels to the appropriate team and channel. By involving the initial contact in the handoff, providing context, and ensuring the requester's continued involvement, warm handoffs create a more efficient and collaborative environment. An organization that encourages warm handoffs ends up collaborating better over time.
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PlaceholderJS (Website)
PlaceholderJS is a free, lightweight service for developers that provides simple image placeholders with customizable size, text, text color, and background color.
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Huly Platform (GitHub Repo)
Huly Platform is a framework designed to accelerate the development of business applications. It includes several applications such as Chat, Project Management, CRM, HRM, and ATS.
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How Fireship became YouTube's favorite programmer (7 minute read)
Fireship is a popular YouTube channel that has over 3 million subscribers through its unique style of fast-paced, humorous, and meme-filled videos explaining programming concepts. The channel's strategy focuses on evergreen videos, such as its "X in 100 Seconds" series, and “trend-jacking,” with its "The Code Report" series.
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React at Meta Connect 2024 (11 minute read)
Meta Connect 2024 showcased several projects built using React and React Native. React and React Native help teams develop for Meta Quest, Instagram, Facebook, the Meta Horizon mobile app, and the Meta Horizon Store. The Meta Spatial Editor, a desktop app for creating 3D experiences, was built using React Native for Desktop.
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Building offline-first mobile apps with Supabase, Flutter, and Brick (7 minute read)
Brick is a Flutter data management tool that simplifies building offline-first mobile apps with Supabase. It handles data synchronization between Supabase and local caches and it offers a single repository to interact with data. This allows for easy data fetching and caching while also providing features like reactivity and upserting for efficient data updates.
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