Java Development Tools

Java development tools are supported by many platforms and numerous plugins exist to extend the capabilities. In this section, get the latest news on development tools, find advice on how to optimize your use of Java, and follow tutorials to improve your skills when using Java development tools. Learn about valuable tools including the integrated development platform (IDE), and discover tools and plugins you can use to create programs in Java.

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How to use the UiPath Switch activity

While the UiPath If activity is great for simple logic, multi-branching demands the UiPath Switch activity. Learn how to use it to perform conditional logic.
June 02, 2021 02 Jun'21
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.
May 21, 2021 21 May'21
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.

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inversion of control (IoC)

Inversion of control, also known as the Hollywood Principle, changes the control flow of an application and allows developers to sidestep some typical configuration hassles. Continue Reading
Java naming conventions, explained

You could start a Java variable with a dollar sign, but no one does. When you write Java code, always follow these standard Java naming conventions. Continue Reading
Why is Java platform-independent?

Sun Microsystems architects designed Java to be cross-platform. But why? Here we look at not only why Java works across platforms, but also how it achieves its platform independence. 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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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
How to edit the Ubuntu hosts file and ping a domain name locally

Here's a quick video example of how to do an Ubuntu hosts file edit. This is useful for development and testing when a developer wants to mimic a production domain name locally. Continue Reading

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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
Examples of how to use the git log graph command

In this git log graph example we demonstrate not only how the git log graph works, but also how to use a pretty switch to make it more readable. Continue Reading