As we step into the new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the exciting advancements Confluent made in 2024. Our Q4 launch wrapped up the year with a host of powerful features paving the way for even more innovation in 2025. This launch is all about delivering private networking and enhanced security across the data streaming platform.

The development of SmartBear API Hub, powered by Swagger, represents a significant advancement in how teams manage, test, and optimize API workflows. Our journey to create a cohesive, unified suite – API Hub – required integrating standalone products into a single, robust ecosystem, establishing a seamless user experience that bridges workflows across each product.

Debugging is a vital part of software development, ensuring that code behaves as intended, identifying errors early, and preventing small fixes from escalating into larger problems. Developers risk releasing unreliable, inefficient, or even unusable code without proper debugging techniques. This tutorial covers the fundamentals of Python’s assert statement, practical ways to use assertions for testing and debugging, and best practices for using assertions effectively while avoiding common pitfalls.

Part 1 of a 3-part series IT teams are increasingly tasked with supporting the unprecedented growth in data across their organizations. Businesses are constantly seeking innovative solutions to manage their growing data needs efficiently and cost-effectively. Software-defined storage (SDS) is seen as a game-changer and competitive edge for many teams, offering unprecedented flexibility and scalability. Consider this: How many great ideas have been put on hold because your storage couldn't keep up?

We’re excited to announce that BugSnag is now officially SmartBear Insight Hub. This evolution reflects the broadening of our capabilities beyond error monitoring to encompass full-stack observability with real-user monitoring, backend performance monitoring, and distributed tracing.

As AI technologies continue to revolutionize industries, organizations must balance innovation with responsibility. Kong understands that embracing AI involves not just adopting new tools but also ensuring they're secure, compliant, and sustainable. During a recent visit to Singapore, Kong's Co-Founder and CTO Marco Palladino highlighted the critical need for a robust governance framework to manage the rapid pace of AI innovation responsibly.

Your API documentation is just as important as your API. It defines how easy it is for users to learn, understand, and use your open-source or paid-for product. In this post, DreamFactory highlights eight of the best API documentation examples from well-known tools. You can use these examples for inspiration when creating your API docs. Here are the key takeaways to know about each of these API documentation examples.

If your startup is planning to build an app, you're going to need an Application Programming Interface, better known as an "API." The role of an API is to give your app a set of directions so it can get all the information it needs to interact with your business. APIs are extremely valuable, but they can also be difficult to navigate. Here's a look at the 10 best APIs for start-ups that will ensure your business has the fundamental technology needed to be successful in 2025.

As applications become more sophisticated and user expectations rise, ensuring that your app’s design is visually appealing and functionally seamless cannot be overemphasized. After all, 59% of global consumers crave beautiful design over simplicity. ORIL offers comprehensive design audit services that goes deep into the nuances of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) designs.

According to insights from Saas Academy, 99% of companies today use at least one SaaS solution. Pricing models and strategies affect your success more than anything. Therefore, with the SaaS market booming, choosing the right pricing model for your product has become indispensable. In this blog post, we’ll explore the best SaaS pricing models and discuss effective pricing strategies. We’ll also analyze real-world examples from industry leaders.