Therac-25: When Bad Software Kills
Image from Wikipedia user Ivrienen, picture name: "Dahshur's Snefru curved pyramid". This is the famous "Bent Pyramid" - a monument to the failure of the project 4,600 years ago. From the bottom, its sides extend upwards at a staggering 54 degree inclination, then suddenly becomes a milder 43 degree inclination about halfway through. It is believed that the design of the pyramid was modified during construction after the catastrophic collapse of the Maidum (another steep pyramid), about 60 kilometers south. Of course, it is hard to blame the ancient pyramid builders. They are actually inventing engineering, not learning it. One thing has not changed since then: When structural engineers make mistakes, people will
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Visual Studio Community 2015: Adding Ecommerce Functionality
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Online, Collaborative Editing with Etherpad
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5 Web Development Solutions to Common Marketing Problems
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Feb 20, 2025 am 09:54 AM
IBM's Watson Developer Cloud
IBM Watson Developer Cloud: Easily build cognitive applications IBM Watson Developer Cloud provides a range of Web APIs that allow web developers to easily leverage Watson's cognitive capabilities in their applications without the need to have an in-depth understanding of machine learning. Watson Developer Cloud offers 13 services, including Personality Insights, Visual Recognition, Question and Answer, etc. These services are designed to analyze and interpret
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Connecting LIFX Light Bulbs to the IoT Using IFTTT
Use LIFX smart light bulbs and IFTTT to create smart home lighting LIFX smart light bulbs are energy-efficient LED light bulbs that can be controlled by smartphones and tablets and change colors according to user preferences. With IFTTT (if so, then that) services, you can easily set rules for internet-connected devices such as LIFX light bulbs, trigger responses such as color changes. For example, you can set the LIFX bulb to turn off when the user Jawbone UP24 enters sleep mode, or change the color when your favorite sports team plays. Even for non-programmers, IFTTT allows you to easily set up interactions with Internet devices such as LIFX smart light bulbs. Have you ever wanted your light to turn off automatically when you sleep? Or in you
Feb 20, 2025 am 09:48 AM
Layout Secret Weapon #1: The CSS Table Property
CSS display: table attribute: a tool to solve layout problems Core points: CSS's table attribute is powerful, can solve multiple layout problems and is compatible with all modern browsers. It allows HTML elements to function like table elements, providing a common solution to complex layout and alignment problems. The CSS table attribute can be used to create contour boxes, simple old-style layouts, and adaptive layouts with content orchestration. It is especially useful in responsive designs, allowing elements to resize and position according to the user's screen size. Although the CSS table attribute has many advantages, it also has some limitations. Compared to other display properties, it is creating a
Feb 20, 2025 am 09:32 AM
Web APIs and the IoT in Unity
Integrating the Internet of Things (IoT) with Unity: A Powerful Combination Unity, a leading game engine, offers exciting possibilities when combined with IoT technology. This powerful pairing enables the creation of games and applications that dynam
Feb 20, 2025 am 09:31 AM
Improving Responsive Web Design With RESS
This post was sponsored by Netbiscuits. Thank you for supporting the sponsors who make SitePoint possible! On average, more than one in three visitors to your website is using a mobile device. In the past year alone, mobile usage has increased by m
Feb 20, 2025 am 09:27 AM
How to Get Ideas: A Proven Framework for Success
Unlocking Revolutionary Ideas: A Five-Step Framework Forget illegal substances; groundbreaking ideas are born through a proven, time-tested process. This post unveils a technique to generate ideas so powerful, you'll surpass years of diligent practic
Feb 20, 2025 am 09:18 AM
5 Ways To Use Google Analytics for Your UX Research
Unlocking UX Insights with Google Analytics: A Free and Powerful Tool Google Analytics (GA) is a surprisingly potent tool for UX research, offering real-time data, intuitive visualizations, and adaptable user behavior tracking—all at no cost. This
Feb 20, 2025 am 09:14 AM
Hacking a Routing Component in Jekyll
Key Takeaways Jekyll lacks a built-in routing component, which can be problematic when URLs need to be changed and all links to the old URL must be updated manually. A workaround solution can be created using Liquid and Markdown, ideal for sites h
Feb 20, 2025 am 09:10 AM
When Less is More - Why Minimalism STILL Rules the Web
Core points Simple web design continues to dominate due to its focus on clarity, functionality and user experience, proving that in effective web design, less is more. A simple web design approach can help businesses improve information, highlight their unique sales propositions (USPs), and improve conversion rates. In addition, simple designs make it easier to achieve responsive design of mobile devices, thereby providing a better user experience. In addition to being beautiful, simple web design also has practical advantages, such as requiring less resources, which reduces server space usage and speeds up page loading, as well as reduces maintenance workload. However, it must be remembered that while minimalist design may be beneficial, it may not be suitable for all businesses or scenarios. Design trends rise and fall
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