Web developer tools

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May 19, 2022 19 May'22
Git commit config and credential confusion causes consternation for customers

A user who accidentally provides a GitHub username and password instead of the Git username and email address may have inadvertently published their security credentials to the world.
May 18, 2022 18 May'22
Dockerfile vs docker-compose: What's the difference?

Wondering what's the difference between Dockerfile and docker-compose? Using simple examples, we'll compare not only the Dockerfile and the docker-compose.yaml file, but also the docker build and ...
May 17, 2022 17 May'22
How to setup an Apache reverse proxy server example

Most enterprise architectures use Apache as a reverse proxy. Unfortunately, Apache is not configured as a reverse proxy by default. In this quick tutorial, we show you how to configure an Apache ...
May 17, 2022 17 May'22
How to run Apache Docker httpd images with local files example

The best way to run Docker's httpd Apache web server image is to map a volume that points to local files on your hard drive. This example shows you how to run Apache in Docker without creating a ...

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XML Schema Definition (XSD)

XML Schema Definition or XSD is a recommendation by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to describe and validate the structure and content of an XML document. Continue Reading
Either log or rethrow Java exceptions, but never do both

When an exception occurs in your Java code, you can log it or you can rethrow it -- but don't do both. Here's why you must avoid that exception handling antipattern. Continue Reading
OSGi (Open Service Gateway Initiative)

The OSGi (Open Service Gateway Initiative) specification is a Java framework for developing and deploying modular software programs and libraries. Continue Reading

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Git fork vs. clone: What's the difference?

Both Git fork and clone create copies of a repository, but they offer drastically different levels of access, isolation and control over the target repo. Continue Reading
Library vs. framework: How these software artifacts differ

Libraries are low-level components that deliver a specific function, such as establishing a network connection. A framework is a known programing environment, such as Spring Boot. Continue Reading
How technologists should approach professional development

Old approaches to professional development don't stand up to the pace of change in the cloud-native world. Here's how DevOps professionals can cope. Continue Reading

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An example of how suppressed exceptions in Java work

Don't ignore suppressed exceptions. In this quick tutorial we show you how to anticipate when code will throw suppressed exceptions, along with the best practices to handle them. Continue Reading
A simple 'try with resources' in Java example

Java's 'try-with-resources' exception handling feature can help you write better, more effective Java code. Here's a quick example of the try with resources construct in action. Continue Reading
WebStorm vs. Visual Studio, and how to choose the right IDE

WebStorm and Visual Studio represent two ends of a wide spectrum when it comes to the IDE platform market. However, their true differences go well beyond their pricing structures. Continue Reading

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How to revert a Git commit: A simple example

The git revert command is commonly misunderstood. In this quick tutorial, we will show you exactly how the command works and how to perform a simple undo in your repo. Continue Reading
5 ways to force Java garbage collection

A developer can't technically force garbage collection in Java, but it can be made a priority. If you need to free up heap space, here are five ways to prioritize it in the JVM. Continue Reading
An example of how to easily add Git submodules

This git submodule add example demonstrates how a developer can use these steps to create a Git repository and add a new Git submodule to it. Continue Reading