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3 business benefits of open source software
We’ve all been there: It’s time to start outlining that new project and begin weighing your technology options. Should you go with the popular commercial software or use the new open source hotness?...
Saving the Day with Secure Static Files in Phoenix
Over the years, strategies to secure static files have ranged from feasible (but slow) to downright laughable. Storing the files in the database and treating them like any other secure data seems fair but leads to performance problems as the database has to shuttle copious amounts of information.
Introduction to Agile Methodologies
Agile methodologies allow you to not only respond to change but to also learn from the experience—as well as better collaborate with clients and create the best solutions.
When Technology Challenges are Organizational Challenges
Spoiler alert: They’re always organizational.
Tips and Tricks for Keeping Elixir Projects up to date
Elixir has grown significantly since its inception in 2012 and has proven to be an effective programming language in a variety of industries. From gaming to...
BLE + Elixir
My absolute favorite part of Elixir/Erlang is Binary Pattern Matching. While working on the new BLE Library for Elixir, I've had to implement a ton of protocols that are part of the Bluetooth...
Self-Care and Carry On: Stress Management During the Corona-19 Pandemic
“Americans have discovered suffering. It is springing up all around us.” John Heers, Director of the First Things Foundation* observed back in March. 2020 has been a rough one, and it's okay to be...
Membrane, Phoenix, Nerves
A recent interest of mine has been multimedia & streaming. I've always believed Elixir/Erlang would be an amazing fit for this niche if it were to be used there. It took a few years, but finally...
Waving Through A Window: Remote Working During Covid
“Don't wish me happiness. I don't expect to be happy all the time...it's gotten beyond that somehow. Wish me courage and strength and a sense of humor. I will need them all.” ― Anne Morrow...
Networking During Covid: Conferences and Community Challenges
Carolyn Tragasz and Maggie Tate discuss the benefits of attending in-person and virtual software development conferences.