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Chaos Engineering: The Art of Breaking Things to Make Them Unbreakable

Chaos Engineering: The Art of Breaking Things to Make Them Unbreakable

Introduction to Chaos Engineering Imagine you’re trying to build a fortress. You wouldn’t wait for an earthquake to test its strength, would you? In software development, chaos engineering serves this purpose, intentionally disrupting systems to assure they can withstand unexpected stresses and failures. It’s not about breaking stuff for the sake of it; it’s about making sure your digital fortress doesn’t crumble under real-world stresses. What is Chaos Engineering? Chaos engineering is the disciplined approach of inducing controlled failures into a system to evaluate its resilience and reliability....

March 23, 2025 · 2 min · 409 words · Maxim Zhirnov
Should Programmers Get Royalties for Frequently Used Code Patterns?

Should Programmers Get Royalties for Frequently Used Code Patterns?

Should Programmers Get Royalties for Frequently Used Code Patterns? Introduction to Design Patterns Design patterns are a hot topic in the software development community, offering pre-defined solutions to common problems. They enhance code readability and maintainability, making them a valuable tool for developers. However, the question arises: Should programmers be entitled to royalties for popular code patterns they create? Let’s dive into this topic and explore both sides of the argument....

March 23, 2025 · 3 min · 454 words · Maxim Zhirnov
Building a Distributed Caching System with Redis Cluster

Building a Distributed Caching System with Redis Cluster

Introduction to Distributed Caching Distributed caching is a powerful technique used to improve the performance and scalability of applications by storing frequently accessed data in multiple locations across a network. This approach ensures that data is readily available, reducing the need for repeated database queries or computations. Among the various tools available for distributed caching, Redis stands out due to its in-memory storage, rich data structures, and support for clustering....

March 22, 2025 · 4 min · 646 words · Maxim Zhirnov
The Final Taboos: Programming Topics Too Dangerous to Discuss

The Final Taboos: Programming Topics Too Dangerous to Discuss

Introduction to the Taboos In the world of software development, there are certain topics that are considered too sensitive or controversial to discuss openly. These “taboos” often revolve around programming practices, languages, and philosophies that can spark heated debates among developers. Let’s dive into some of these forbidden subjects and explore why they’re so contentious. 1. Object-Oriented vs. Functional Programming One of the most enduring debates in programming is between object-oriented programming (OOP) and functional programming (FP)....

March 22, 2025 · 3 min · 635 words · Maxim Zhirnov
Introduction to Kotlin for Android App Development

Introduction to Kotlin for Android App Development

Introduction to Kotlin Kotlin has become the go-to language for Android development since Google I/O in 2019, with over 50% of professional Android developers using it as their primary language[1]. Its popularity stems from its concise syntax, enhanced safety features, and seamless integration with Android Studio. Kotlin’s modern language features allow developers to write less boilerplate code, reducing the time spent on coding and debugging[3]. Why Kotlin? Concise Code: Kotlin requires less code compared to Java, making it easier to read and maintain....

March 21, 2025 · 4 min · 737 words · Maxim Zhirnov