The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source DevTool platform types, things to know about databases, starting with commas, Lobsters turns 10 & Upptime (News)
Jul 5, 2022
This week explores critical interview questions for engineers and a humorous tale about legacy code struggles. Discover new advancements in developer tool platforms and database insights, including tips on preventing command conflicts. Plus, Upptime, a project harnessing GitHub for uptime monitoring, and a celebratory note on Lobsters turning ten add to the excitement. It's a fresh take that blends practicality with a lighthearted approach to the tech world!
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DevTool Platform Types
- Swix categorizes dev tools into 4.5 types: application, infrastructure, data, developer, and internal services.
- These types help understand the complex dev tool landscape.
Learn About Databases
- Learn about databases, especially indexes and transactions.
- Architecturenotes.co offers an excellent resource with detailed explanations and diagrams.
Comma Prefix for Commands
- Prevent command conflicts by prefixing custom scripts in your bin directory with a comma.
- Combine this with tab completion for easy browsing.