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Key Trends and Innovations in the API World for 2024

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are rapidly evolving, with companies like us increasingly leveraging generative AI to create and consume APIs. In Gartner’s 2024 Hype Cycle for APIs, several key trends and innovations are highlighted that software engineering leaders and their teams should be aware of. From the rise of event-driven APIs to the challenges of API security, this blog post will explore the most significant developments in the API landscape.

The Unheralded Success of the Selenium Project featuring Jason Huggins

Ever wondered what it's like to have a virtual robot in your toolkit, a trojan horse in your test scripts, or a lil' rockstar named Selenium? Welcome to the world of test automation, as unfolded by none other than Jason Huggins. In this part 2 episode of our interview with Jason, we continue to dive into the world of testing. You’ll learn how Java and Python enthusiasts have propelled Selenium to global fame with impressive stats and precision, and Jason also sheds light on the power of community. Tune in to hear how collaboration turned dreams into reality through his experiences with Selenium and Sauce Labs.

Unlocking the Power of Data: Beyond Compliance with Open Data

Far from being a mere byproduct, data is a hidden gem for any organization. While it's often seen as a technical hurdle, data is actually a powerful business tool. To stay ahead of the curve, companies need to transform into information-driven powerhouses that leverage data as the bedrock of strategic decisions. By recognizing the value of their data and fostering a culture of open information exchange, organizations can unlock a wealth of potential for improvement.

Where do we go from here?

Skipping thorough testing? Here's why it's a risk you can't afford to take. On July 19, the world experienced what would be the largest tech outage worldwide. If you’re a software developer or tester, you've likely faced the frustration of a system failing right when it’s most critical. Did you know the complexity of today’s software is a significant reason behind these issues? It’s not just an occasional problem; it's a global challenge.

An Introduction to Nix for Ruby Developers

A predictable, stable environment (in terms of your operating system, system libraries, build tools, and programming libraries) is essential to each development step: from onboarding, to collaboration, continuous integration, quality assurance, and deployment. Deviation can cause one-off, intermittent, and even catastrophic failures. However, consistency can be elusive, even with the best intentions, best practices, and tools in place, because: Nix aims to solve some of these issues.

Automation and Orchestration Technologies Are Converging: Here's 4 Reasons Why

Automation has unleashed unprecedented productivity and profits for organizations. By automating formerly manual tasks, businesses see efficiency gains, reduced human error, cost savings, and improved innovation. Automation frees employees for creative work and work that requires human intervention. To facilitate this, many organizations have stitched together a wide range of automation tools. This includes robotic process automation (RPA), generative AI, predictive AI, and business process management.

How to Set Up Domain Expiration Monitoring: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

Hey there, website owners and tech enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into something crucial for your online presence – how to set up domain expiration monitoring. Imagine your website going offline just because you missed the renewal date of your domain. Scary, right? That’s where domain expiration monitoring comes in handy. It keeps an eye on your domain’s expiration date and alerts you well in advance, so you never have to worry about losing your domain.

Setting Up A RESTful API With Ruby on Rails

Ruby on Rails is an excellent choice for building a REST API, stemming from its design principles and robust feature set. It encourages a resource-oriented architecture, including built-in routing, migrations, and task tools. Rails also includes Active Record, an Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) layer, which simplifies database interactions.