Effective cost management becomes crucial as organizations increasingly rely on Google BigQuery for their data warehousing and analytics needs. This checklist delves into the intricacies of cost management and FinOps for BigQuery, exploring strategies to inform, govern, and optimize usage while taking a holistic approach that considers queries, datasets, infrastructure, and more.

In the world of big data, configuration management is often the unsung hero of platform performance and cost-efficiency. Whether you’re working with Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, or any other modern data platform, effective configuration management can mean the difference between a sluggish, expensive system and a finely-tuned, cost-effective one.

Digital evidence plays a pivotal role in roughly 80% of criminal investigations. From text messages and emails to social media posts and GPS data, digital evidence offers law enforcement insights that majorly impact police investigations. Smartphones, mobile devices, computers, surveillance cameras, and other digital devices have become ubiquitous in daily life. Digital footprints are now critical to establishing timelines, tracking movements, and identifying suspects.

At API Summit 2024, a common theme covered was how there's no AI without APIs. This couldn’t be more true for Writer, the full-stack generative AI platform for enterprises — and a notable user of the Kong Konnect unified API platform. Writer recently launched AI Studio, billed as “the fastest way to build generative AI apps.” AI Studio uses Writer API, Writer Framework, and Writer No Code to give people enterprise-grade generative AIs they can put in their own apps and services.

Authors: Martin Fiser, Field CTO at Keboola, and Martin Lepka, Industry Solutions at Keboola The Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry sits on a goldmine of data, yet many brands are only scratching the surface with their analytics. Locked within siloed Point-of-Sale (POS) systems across individual franchisees, this data remains underutilized rather than being put to work.

When it comes to web automation testing, selecting the right tool can be crucial for the success of your project. Both Cypress and Selenium have emerged as two of the most popular options, but they cater to different use cases and testing environments. Cypress is relatively new but quickly gaining popularity due to its easy setup, modern architecture, and fast performance. It’s specifically designed for front-end developers, making it ideal for testing modern web applications.

We’re happy to announce that we’re consolidating all of our documentation into one easy to use site! Yep, we’re sunsetting the wiki and guide, and we’re moving it all to Docs.dreamfactory.com. This new site will be the go-to site for all technical documentation for DreamFactory.

Thanks to technology, the wealth management industry is seeing significant advancements. Generative AI (GenAI) is emerging as a powerful tool for firms looking to innovate and create highly personalized client experiences. According to Gartner’s recent report, “How Will Generative AI Impact Wealth Management?”, this technology is set to enhance customer interactions and boost productivity across the sector.

The way we interact with computers and digital systems has come a long way. Gone are the days of cryptic commands and rigid syntax; today, we can speak naturally to our devices, ask questions in complete sentences, and even have (somewhat) intelligent conversations with chatbots. This transformation is largely thanks to a fascinating field of artificial intelligence (AI) called natural language processing (NLP).

Software testing stands as a cornerstone of successful software development, delivering crucial benefits that extend far beyond simple bug detection. In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, understanding the comprehensive benefits of software testing has become essential for organizations aiming to deliver high-quality products while maintaining competitive advantage.