CouchDB 3.4.1 (4 minute read)
Apache CouchDB 3.4.1 is now available. Focusing on feature enhancements and bug fixes, the release includes a new full-text search implementation, QuickJS for better performance and reduced resource usage, and various security improvements like enhanced password hashing. For a full rundown of changes and to download the update, visit the official CouchDB documentation and download page.
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Improving Pulumi's Docker Images (4 minute read)
Pulumi introduces new and updated Docker container images, including versioned language-specific images and support for setting specific Node.js and Python versions in Pulumi Deployments, along with pre-installed tools like Poetry and pnpm for enhanced CI/CD pipeline flexibility.
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How to get started with automatic password rotation on Google Cloud (3 minute read)
This post discusses the importance of automating password rotation in Google Cloud to enhance security and reduce risks associated with manual password management. It outlines best practices for using Google Cloud's Secret Manager for secure password storage and provides a reference architecture for automating the password rotation process for Cloud SQL instances.
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Everything you need to know about Python 3.13 – JIT and GIL went up the hill (19 minute read)
Python 3.13 introduces two significant changes: the ability to disable the Global Interpreter Lock (GIL) for free-threaded execution and support for experimental Just-in-Time (JIT) compilation. These updates aim to enhance Python's performance, particularly for CPU-bound tasks, and mark the beginning of a gradual rollout towards a fully free-threaded Python in future versions. Immediate changes to existing Python code are minimal - the performance benefits will become more evident over time.
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php-spx (GitHub Repo)
SPX, a Simple Profiling eXtension for PHP, offers a free, easy-to-use solution for profiling PHP scripts with minimal setup. It supports multiple metrics and comes with an intuitive web UI for detailed analysis.
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instant (GitHub Repo)
Instant is a client-side database designed to effortlessly build real-time and collaborative apps. It handles data fetching, permission checking, and offline caching. Instant supports SDKs in Javascript, React, and React Native.
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Modern Serverless applications on Azure (5 minute read)
The Azure serverless ecosystem has significantly evolved, particularly with the introduction of .NET 8 and new SDKs, which positions it as the preferred choice for developing modern applications. Microsoft aims to streamline the developer experience through tools like .NET Aspire and Microsoft Radius, facilitating the transition from lightweight serverless microservices to more complex deployments on Kubernetes.
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Build Kubernetes Security on Intents, Not Rules (4 minute read)
This article discusses the growing security challenges organizations face as they scale their use of Kubernetes. A significant percentage of organizations report slowed application development due to security concerns. The article highlights the complexities of managing Kubernetes security and the inadequacies of traditional measures and advocates for intent-driven security approaches, such as AccuKnox's Nimbus, to proactively address vulnerabilities and enhance overall protection.
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