Web developer tools

Learn about Web developer tools, including Hibernante framework and Java testing frameworks in this topic section. Find the latest news and up-to-date expert analysis on all the latest Web dev tools including the most effective tools for Web and app development, in this section.

May 05, 2019 05 May'19
How to install Tomcat as your Java application server

Doing Java web development and need to install Tomcat? This example will show you how to download, meet prerequisites, install and test the popular Java web server.
May 01, 2019 01 May'19
How not to write a Git commit message

I'm working on an article that outlines how to write a good Git commit message, along with a variety of Git commit message conventions and rules that developers should follow. But, as I write about ...
April 25, 2019 25 Apr'19
How to write a screen scraper application with HtmlUnit

Interested in how to write a Java screen scraper application with HtmlUnit instead of JSoup? Here's a screen scraper example to help you get started with content aggregation.
March 28, 2019 28 Mar'19
JavaScript popularity drives TypeScript adoption among devs

More developers choose to work with JavaScript to build web, server-side and mobile applications, while TypeScript has quickly gained traction, according to recent analysis.

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Best Java static code analysis tools for code quality automation

Don't let faulty code bring down your software project. These Java code quality tools can help find and fix common errors before they become problems. Continue Reading
Java command-line interface tools every JDK developer should know

These five JDK tools -- javac, javap, jstat, jdeps and jar -- should be on the must-know list for every developer to help comprehend the underlying code in a project. Continue Reading
The top Java deployment tools to use on your next project

Java application deployment tools such as Maven and Gradle can be beneficial for your IT team. Compare those and other options, along with frameworks, to ease this process. Continue Reading

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Hibernate vs. JDBC: How do these database APIs differ?

Don't overthink it. Hibernate and JDBC aren't the same thing. But how do these database APIs differ? Here's a brief history lesson and explainer to find out. Continue Reading
4 great Java-based CMS options

Open source Java CMS tools come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Explore these four platforms to see if they would be a match for your enterprise. Continue Reading
What's the difference between applet and application in Java?

Java applets are no longer supported. How do they differ from applications? Let's explore their differences, as well as a brief history of the two terms among Java developers. Continue Reading

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5 Java test frameworks and tools JDK developers must know

Java testing tools can ensure you release a product that's been carefully examined for bugs and errors. Here are five frameworks that can lighten that testing burden. Continue Reading
How to write a Git commit message properly with examples

Follow these rules for writing clear and concise git commit messages that allow other developers to find and follow your commit history without any hassle. Continue Reading
5 factors for using open source code in proprietary software

To make the best use of the vast and varied pool of open source software available, developers must be astute about what can actually best serve a project. Continue Reading

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Don't let plugins open up more Jenkins vulnerabilities

Let's explore the Blue Ocean, Config File Provider and Groovy plugins with security vulnerabilities. Here's how to address them, and what could happen if you don't. Continue Reading
Incorporate telemetry to keep a DevOps tools list in check

Don't let a long list of DevOps tools burden your enterprise. Incorporate telemetry to simplify your tooling and prevent developers from working redundantly on similar problems. Continue Reading
Don't git revert that last commit, git reset instead

Developers should only use git revert if they need to reverse out a specific change in their code. To simply undo a previous commit to a shared repository, use git reset instead. Continue Reading