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method (in object-oriented programming)

In object-oriented programming (OOP), a method is a programmed procedure that is defined as part of a class and is available to any object instantiated from that class.

By Robert Sheldon • Feb. 22, 2023

GraphQL

GraphQL is an open source query language that describes how a client should request information through an API.

By Sarah Lewis • Feb. 16, 2023

AI might fix GitHub code search developer pain points

GitHub code search helps developers query complex codebases. But the tool could benefit from more tailored results and better support for natural language queries.

By Stephanie Glen • Feb. 15, 2023

When REST API design goes from helpful to harmful

REST may be a somewhat non-negotiable standard in web API development, but has it fostered overreliance? Learn why other design styles could -- and should -- get an equal chance.

By Manning Publications Co., Kelly Richardson • Feb. 13, 2023

Warranty company devs get serverless computing boost

A company bogged down in AWS CDK code busted serverless development bottlenecks with DevZero, which gives developers their own production-like environment.

By Stephanie Glen • Feb. 13, 2023

How to run an ADA-compliant website test

Digital accessibility benefits both developers and website users alike. By following WCAG guidelines and using testing tools, teams can ensure that their websites are ADA-compliant.

By Tom Nolle • Feb. 13, 2023

Web 2.0 vs. Web 3.0 vs. Web 1.0: What’s the difference?

It's important to know what might happen in the evolution from Web 2.0 to Web 3.0. Learn their differences and how the original web laid the groundwork for the internet's future.

By Sean Kerner • Feb. 13, 2023

enterprise architecture framework

An enterprise architecture framework (or simply EA framework) is the collection of processes, templates and tools that software teams use to plan and build large, enterprise-grade application architecture systems.

By Alexander Gillis • Feb. 13, 2023

GitHub to lay off 10% of workforce, sparks remote work debate

GitHub's plan to cut jobs and move to fully remote work sparks more discussion on whether remote workers will be first on the next tech chopping block.

By Stephanie Glen • Feb. 10, 2023

KLOC (thousands of lines of code)

KLOC (thousands of lines of code) is a traditional measure of how large a computer program is or how long or how many people it will take to write it.

By Robert Sheldon • Feb. 9, 2023

Atlassian Jira updates aim to democratize product discovery

Atlassian Jira's new tools help to organize projects, provide better visibility, and align the goals of software delivery, operations and product teams.

By Stephanie Glen • Feb. 9, 2023

digital library

A digital library is a collection of digital objects, such as books, magazines, audio recordings, video recordings and other documents that are accessible electronically.

By Katie Terrell Hanna • Feb. 7, 2023

infinite loop (endless loop)

An infinite loop -- sometimes called an endless loop -- is a piece of code that lacks a functional exit so that it repeats indefinitely.

By Ben Lutkevich • Feb. 7, 2023

codebase (code base)

A codebase, or code base, is the complete body of source code for a software program, component or system. It includes all the source files needed to compile the software into machine code, including configuration files.

By Robert Sheldon • Feb. 6, 2023

Azure Load Testing now GA with new speed, security options

Microsoft's Azure Load Testing rolls out with new features to create fast load tests, securely push code to test environments and monitor test performance during the run.

By Stephanie Glen • Feb. 2, 2023

Jellyfish value stream management tool busts bottlenecks

Jellyfish adds value stream data to its productivity tracking tool for engineering teams that want to address inefficiencies in software development.

By Stephanie Glen • Feb. 2, 2023

wiki

A wiki is a web-based collaborative platform that enables users to store, create and modify content in an organized manner.

By Katie Terrell Hanna • Feb. 1, 2023

Web 3.0 business opportunities, ideas and what to expect

Web 3.0 is emerging as the next evolution of the internet. Here's how it could impact business models and provide new opportunities from greater transparency and efficiency.

By Andy Patrizio • Jan. 31, 2023

fail fast

Fail fast is a philosophy that values extensive testing and incremental development to determine whether an idea has value.

By Ben Lutkevich • Jan. 31, 2023

componentization (component-based development)

Componentization is an approach to software development that involves breaking software down into identifiable and reusable pieces that application developers can independently build and deploy.

By Crystal Bedell • Jan. 30, 2023

Azure Logic Apps: How it compares to AWS Step Functions

Developers can use Microsoft Azure Logic Apps to build, deploy and connect scalable cloud-based workflows. Learn how it measures up to other cloud platforms and AWS Step Functions.

By Joydip Kanjilal • Jan. 30, 2023

5 ways to survive the challenges of monolithic architectures

Those unable to make the jump to microservices still need a way to improve architectural reliability. Here are five ways software teams can improve a monolith's reliability.

By Chris Tozzi • Jan. 30, 2023

Big tech layoffs may ease software engineer shortage

Recent layoffs will create an influx of software engineers on the job market in the coming months, which might benefit smaller enterprises searching for talent.

By Stephanie Glen • Jan. 30, 2023

Efforts to improve memory safety in software gain momentum

Unsafe memory access can cause financial woes for enterprises and personal harm to individuals, experts say, advising enterprises to switch to memory-safe languages.

By Stephanie Glen • Jan. 27, 2023

Devs discuss when to use TypeScript vs. JavaScript

TypeScript catches errors at compile time, which benefits developers and users. But the language isn't suitable for every project due to its additional overhead.

By Stephanie Glen • Jan. 25, 2023