Backend Development

Have you ever copied a block of code, pasted it somewhere else, and changed just one or two lines? We’ve all done it. It feels like the quickest solution — until you need to update that logic later and realize it’s duplicated in five different places.

Every developer eventually faces the same question when setting up a database: Should I use standard numbers or UUIDs for my primary keys? It seems like a small detail, but making the wrong choice early on can lead to massive headaches and painful database migrations when your app reaches millions of users.

Becoming a professional Golang developer a Gopher requires moving beyond basic syntax toward architectural mastery, focusing intensely on performance, concurrency management, and cloud-native deployment. Go was engineered for efficiency, fast compilation, and high scalability, positioning it as the leading choice for modern, high-scale backend microservices.

UUIDs (Universally Unique Identifiers) are 128-bit values, essentially unique 16-byte numbers, used across computer systems to identify resources. The great thing about them is the extremely low chance of collision (generating the same ID twice), making them perfect for generating unique keys without needing a central authority.

Python’s power lies not just in its easy syntax but in the rich ecosystem of conventions and tools that experienced developers leverage for clean, efficient code. Understanding the Zen of Python, adhering to style guides, and using advanced features like type hints, context managers, and generators will make your code more readable, maintainable, and performant. In this post we walk through key Python best practices and internals – from the guiding aphorisms of PEP 20 to concurrency decisions under the GIL – so you can write idiomatic, high-quality Python.

When building scalable applications, there are various time consuming tasks like processing images, sending emails or generating reports that can be off-loaded to the background. This is where task queues comes into play. Today we'll explore:

I was developing a bot for Monkeys (an open source organisation focused on creating a no-nonsense information), to help with routine tasks, reminders etc.

VMware has released Workstation 17.6.2, a feature-rich virtualization software designed for developers, IT professionals, and businesses. This tool allows users to run multiple operating systems on a single Windows or Linux computer, making it ideal for software development, testing, and deployment. With this latest update, VMware has introduced new features, security updates, and better compatibility with modern operating systems.