The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source A plea for lean software (News)
Jan 15, 2024
Niklaus Wirth advocates for lean software, tackling the challenges of bloated systems. PocketBase offers a revolutionary way to manage your backend in a single file. Vana simplifies text-to-SQL with its Python framework. Henrik Karlsson discusses prioritizing focus in life after parenthood. Calvin Wankhede shares his journey of creating a fully offline smart home, proving that you can live smart without constant internet. Dive into these compelling insights on simplifying development and enhancing daily living!
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Wirth's Law and Software Bloat
- Niklaus Wirth, creator of Pascal, believed software grows slower faster than hardware improves.
- He attributed this to excessive features and insufficient development time.
Simplified Backend with PocketBase
- Try PocketBase to simplify backend development.
- It combines a database, user management, and API into a single file, deployable standalone or as a library.
Accurate Text-to-SQL with Vanna.ai
- Use Vanna.ai to improve text-to-SQL generation.
- This Python framework leverages RAG and works with any LLM, enhancing accuracy and security.