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.

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Quickly create a Git bare repo with init or clone

There are two ways to create a bare Git repo -- a bare Git clone or a Git init bare. This git bare repo tutorial will show you how to perform both.
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What is a bare Git repository?

A bare Git repo has all the capabilities of a non-bare repository, with the exception that it’s not meant for local development.
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How to use git submodules tutorial with examples

If you’re wondering how to git submodule and logically link repositories together, this git submodule tutorial -- with lots of examples -- is for you.
May 21, 2021 21 May'21
How to update Git submodules

If your Git submodule is out of sync with the server, we can help. This git submodule update example shows you how to get the latest commits into your worktree.

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Learn how to save to local storage in this git stash tutorial

Sometimes developers need to jump off the main distributed development branch to local storage. Follow this git stash tutorial to learn the ins and outs of this Git command. Continue Reading
Lessons from Fluentd: How to name a project in the SEO age

Dreaming of wide-scale adoption for your new project? You'll need the right name. Here's how Fluentd got its name, and what you can learn from its SEO-driven process. 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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10 Jenkins alternatives for developers

Looking for an alternative to Jenkins in your CI/CD environment? Consider options from Atlassian, GitLab, Spinnaker and more to see if they better fit your development needs. Continue Reading
Kubernetes vs. Rancher: The differences all devs should know

How are Kubernetes and Rancher related? Here are the basics developers need to know about Kubernetes and Rancher and how they can ultimately work together. Continue Reading
Developers, 'Blazor' a new path to web app creation

Expert and Blazor blogger Chris Sainty explains how developers can use a free, open source framework, still under development at Microsoft, to create web applications. Continue Reading

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What's in a name? What developers can expect in Jakarta EE 9

What Oracle called the Java EE API is now called Jakarta EE API under the Eclipse Foundation. Here's what developers can expect in the Jakarta EE 9 release. Continue Reading
Why GitHub renamed its master branch to main

The GitHub master branch is no more. Developers used to think it was untouchable, but that's not the case. Here's why GitHub made the switch from master branch to main branch. Continue Reading
RPA skills in demand as organizations eye better engagement

RPA developer skills are among the most valuable on any resume. Here's why organizations seek out developers with these skills and what returns RPA can deliver to an enterprise. Continue Reading

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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
Fix the Jenkins Docker error: Permission denied when trying to connect to Docker daemon

Here's a quick fix to the Jenkins Docker"Permission denied while trying to connect to the Docker daemon socket" error. Continue Reading