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The Rise of Open Table Formats: Breaking Free from Data Silos

For years, data teams have struggled within proprietary ecosystems that prioritize vendor control over flexibility. Once a platform is chosen, switching becomes an expensive ordeal. Data formats, tightly coupled with specific tools, create rigid boundaries that make migrating workloads or integrating new technologies arduous. Moving datasets between systems often requires costly transformations and manual rewrites that consume time and resources.

API Security Checklist: Essential Controls for Enterprise APIs

APIs are the backbone of modern enterprise systems, but they also expose organizations to significant risks like data breaches and compliance failures. 85% of companies struggle to secure APIs, making robust API security essential. Here's a quick guide to protect your APIs effectively: Start by implementing basic safeguards like secure communication protocols, then move to advanced practices such as dynamic testing and centralized API management.

IoT app development: Use cases, Strategy & Cost

Have you come across the term IoT app development? Of course, you have! Given the widespread popularity of IoT devices and applications, it’s no surprise. However, while many of us understand the basics of IoT, its potential extends far beyond what meets the eye. There’s so much more to explore when it comes to IoT application development and its devices.

How We Built It: Managing Konnect Entities from K8s Clusters with KGO

We recently released Kong Gateway Operator 1.4 with support for managing Konnect entities from within the Kubernetes clusters. This means users can now manage their Konnect configurations declaratively, through Kubernetes resources powered by Kong’s Custom Resource Definitions. For example, here’s how you can use a KongConsumer resource in Kubernetes to configure a Consumer in Konnect.

Breaking Down Silos: Using DreamFactory to Connect Your Legacy ERP to the Cloud

Integrating legacy ERP systems with cloud platforms is a critical step for businesses aiming to improve operational efficiency and data accessibility. APIs play a key role by providing secure, standardized communication between systems. DreamFactory simplifies this process by automating the creation of REST APIs for SQL Server-based ERP systems.

Should I Use an API Wrapper for SQL Server?

SQL Server is a cornerstone RDBMS for enterprise applications, handling transactional workloads, analytics, and complex querying. As modern architectures increasingly rely on APIs for data access—particularly in microservices, cloud-native systems, and third-party integrations—efficient exposure of SQL Server data has become essential. API wrappers simplify this process by automating the creation of RESTful endpoints for SQL Server, reducing the need for custom API development.

Kotlin vs Java: Definitions, Key Features, and Use Cases

Java and Kotlin have been at the forefront for Android development and beyond. Java, a very reliable language with over two decades of dominance, has shaped the foundation of countless software applications and systems. Kotlin, on the other hand, is a newer language designed to improve upon Java, offering modern syntax, enhanced safety, and greater developer productivity. But how do these languages compare in terms of features, performance, use cases, and community support?

How to build a React rich text editor with CKEditor 5

Creating a dynamic, user-friendly interface for your React application can be a challenging task. One of the most important aspects of many modern web applications is the ability for users to easily create and edit text content. That's where a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) editor comes in. A WYSIWYG text editor provides a rich text-editing experience for users, allowing them to easily format text, add images and links with embedded media, and more.

What is PHP FPM? An In-Depth Guide

PHP is one of the most widely used server-side scripting languages, driving a significant portion of the web. As websites grow in complexity and traffic, optimizing PHP for performance and scalability becomes essential. PHP FPM (FastCGI Process Manager), is a tool designed to enhance PHP's efficiency. In this blog, we will explore what PHP FPM is, how it works, and why it is essential for modern web applications.