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How to Write a Functor in Elixir

There’s a function called Enum.map in Elixir that works on multiple collection types, but it's not without its issues. In this post, I will introduce you to a concept from functional programming called a functor. We’ll make a Functor protocol with a function called fmap that will aspire to be a better version of Enum.map. Note: The article is inspired by the Witchcraft library, which we covered in one of our previous posts. But first: what's the problem with Enum.map exactly?

Dashboard vs Report: Which is better for BI?

Dashboards and reports are two common terms used interchangeably in discussion around business intelligence (BI) and data analytics platforms. Both are analysis tools used to present operational information graphically, provide visibility into organizational performance, and enable informed decision-making based on hard tracked metrics. But what is the actual difference between BI dashboards vs a report?

How to Use Strings in Javascript Using Selenium Webdriver? [2022 Updated]

The blog post’s title mentions two essential things working in today’s technological world – Javascript and Selenium Webdriver. As an engineer, it would probably be a rare instance if you have never encountered Javascript and Webdriver or heard their names. Currently, there are 1.17 billion websites on the internet today, and the popularity of Javascript is evident that 98% of all websites use Javascript today.

Puppeteer vs Selenium | A Reviewed Comparison Between Two Automated Testing Libraries

Automated user interface testing is an essential but frequently overlooked component of the software delivery cycle. Users access the software by interacting with the User Interface (UI) for the application’s basic functionalities, which makes the User Interface (UI) the most integral component of any web or mobile application, also known as the Graphical User Interface. GUI requires a mechanism to test the UI to maximize a smooth user experience continuously.

15 Best Postman Alternatives for Automated API Testing [2022 Updated]

Postman is arguably a great collaboration platform for API management. Postman is an excellent tool for deconstructing RESTful APIs created by others or testing ones created by yourself. It provides a slick user interface for making HTML requests, eliminating the need to write a bunch of code to test an API’s functionality. Moreover, Postman is ideal for RESTful API tests. It is not a good design for SOAP APIs and other APIs.

New in Databox: Build and Automate Custom Reports in Minutes

Here at Databox, we believe that data is about more than just numbers. We want to bring our users even more ways to share meaningful insights. Most of all, we want to help growing teams and agencies take reporting to a new level through the power of automation. Say hello to Databox Reports. This brand new feature allows teams and agencies alike to build and automate Reports right inside Databox.