Topics covered in this episode: Dokku, Summary of Major Changes Between Python Versions, How to check Internet Speed via Terminal? speedtest-cli, Blogs: We all should blog more, Extras, Joke
Dokku is an open source PAAS alternative to Heroku, allowing you to build and manage applications with a rich plug-in architecture.
A summary of major changes between Python versions, including useful tools like pyupgrade for automatic code upgrades and black for checking version-specific rules.
Deep dives
CSS Now Supports Nesting and Variables
Modern CSS now supports nesting and variables, eliminating the need for meta languages like LESS or SASS. CSS can now have nested elements and variables directly in the code, making it easier and more efficient to write and maintain CSS stylesheets.
Check Your Server's Internet Speed with Speedtest CLI
Speedtest CLI is a command-line tool that allows you to check your server's internet speed. It provides information on download and upload speeds, ping time, and more. This tool is useful for testing network performance and ensuring optimal speed for your server.
Use Orb Stack for Improved Docker Experience
Orb Stack is an alternative to Docker Desktop that offers a streamlined and enhanced Docker experience. It allows you to visually explore and edit running Docker containers, making it easier to work with Dockerized applications. Orb Stack also provides a Python API for integrating Docker capabilities into your code.
White Lies: Don't Worry About Scale Until You Need It
In the world of software development, it's important to focus on current needs and not get too caught up in hypothetical future scenarios. The joke highlights how concerns about handling a million concurrent users are unnecessary when the current user base is only ten. It's a reminder to prioritize solving immediate problems and to scale resources as needed.