September, 2020

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Building human-centered AI

DXC

For all the hype and excitement surrounding artificial intelligence right now, the AI movement is still in its infancy. The public perceptions of its capabilities are painted as much by science fiction as by real innovation. This youth is a good thing, because it means we can still affect the course of AI’s impact. If […]. The post Building human-centered AI appeared first on DXC Blogs.

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Don't Compare Averages

Martin Fowler

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Difference between Computer Science and Information Technology

The Crazy Programmer

The students, who want to enter into the computer education world, are always confused to choose between Computer Science (CS) and Information Technology (IT) and it is not unusual to ask for a student because Computer Science and Information Technology may seem like the same thing and many people got confused with the differences between both. From a career perspective, each of these disciplines demands a different set of skills and a different kind of attitude.

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The Trifecta of Innovative Project Portfolio Management

Planbox

This article received the 2020 Business Innovation Brief Most Valuable Post Award in the Innovation Strategies category. Would you like fries with that? You were probably asked this question at some point or another while ordering a hamburger—and for good reason, too. After all, what goes better with a mouthwatering burger than some golden-crispy french fries?

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Peak Performance: Continuous Testing & Evaluation of LLM-Based Applications

Speaker: Aarushi Kansal, AI Leader & Author and Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO at Aggregage

Software leaders who are building applications based on Large Language Models (LLMs) often find it a challenge to achieve reliability. It’s no surprise given the non-deterministic nature of LLMs. To effectively create reliable LLM-based (often with RAG) applications, extensive testing and evaluation processes are crucial. This often ends up involving meticulous adjustments to prompts.

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Beyond the Basics: Online Meetings that Don’t Suck Your Soul

Let's Grow Leaders

We don’t hate online meetings – we hate soul-sucking wastes of time After months of online meetings, video conferences, Zoom, and Teams meetings, you’ve mastered the basics: You’ve got light in front of you (not behind you) so we can see you […]. The post Beyond the Basics: Online Meetings that Don’t Suck Your Soul appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Intelligent IoT: Bringing the power of AI to the Internet of Things

CTOvision

The IoT is getting smarter. Companies are incorporating artificial intelligence—in particular, machine learning—into their Internet of Things applications and seeing capabilities grow, including improving operational efficiency and helping avoid unplanned […].

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Running KIND Inside A Kubernetes Cluster For Continuous Integration

d2iq

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Top 8 Web Design Trends in 2020

The Crazy Programmer

Web designers are always on the lookout for newer trends. Every year, they are pushing their limits and discovering different ways to approach designing websites. In 2020, minimalism and modern approach seems to be the ones that are on top. On the other hand, many designs included in this list are variations of recent ones that have trended. Without further ado, let us proceed with listing the web design trends this year.

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Linux Foundation Adds Entry-Level Certification

DevOps.com

The Linux Foundation has announced the development of a new entry-level certification exam to complement their existing Linux Foundation Certified Sysadmin (LFCS) and Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE) exams. This new certification, the Linux Foundation Certified IT Associate (LFCA), targets people just moving into systems administration. The certification will focus on the test taker’s knowledge […].

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Top 5 Challenges in Designing a Data Warehouse for Multi-Tenant Analytics

Multi-tenant architecture allows software vendors to realize tremendous efficiencies by maintaining a single application stack instead of separate database instances while meeting data privacy needs. When you use a data warehouse to power your multi-tenant analytics, the proper approach is vital. Multi-tenant analytics is NOT the primary use case with traditional data warehouses, causing data security challenges.

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9 Mistakes That Sabotage Collaboration and Destroy Trust

Let's Grow Leaders

You’re working hard and want to win. So do your co-workers. You think, “we’re all on the same team, so why does everything we do seem to sabotage collaboration?” Ironically, it’s usually the well-meaning, high-achievers that find it easiest to inadvertently sabotage […]. The post 9 Mistakes That Sabotage Collaboration and Destroy Trust appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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7 ways to market yourself as a DevOps pro in the remote era

TechBeacon

Demand for new digital transformation projects is at an all-time high. Some 83% of organizations say that, amid pandemic concerns, they're accelerating efforts to modernize their applications and infrastructure to meet new market needs, a recent survey by IDG Research has found.

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IoT Security: Don’t Sacrifice Data for Usability

CTOvision

Read why Christos Kalantzis says that organizations should not sacrifice data for the usability of the Internet of Things on Security Boulevard: Over the last decade, we’ve seen truly innovative […].

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VSCode Tips and Tricks for Power Users

Toptal

Mastering your IDE can go a long way toward improving productivity. However, many are reluctant to dive into customization and optimization. In this article, Toptal JavaScript Developer Boris Yordanov explains how you can become a VSCode power user by leveraging official documentation and using a few practical tools.

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How to Migrate From DataStax Enterprise to Instaclustr Managed Apache Cassandra

If you’re considering migrating from DataStax Enterprise (DSE) to open source Apache Cassandra®, our comprehensive guide is tailored for architects, engineers, and IT directors. Whether you’re motivated by cost savings, avoiding vendor lock-in, or embracing the vibrant open-source community, Apache Cassandra offers robust value. Transition seamlessly to Instaclustr Managed Cassandra with our expert insights, ensuring zero downtime during migration.

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How Real-Time Stream Processing Works with ksqlDB, Animated

Confluent

ksqlDB, the event streaming database, is becoming one of the most popular ways to work with Apache Kafka®. Every day, we answer many questions about the project, but here’s a […].

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Granulate Applies AI to Linux Server Optimization

DevOps.com

Granulate today announced that a platform that leverages machine learning algorithms to optimize Linux server environments running on-premises or in the cloud is now generally available. The Granulate platform employs agents, dubbed gAgents, that install machine learning algorithms to continuously optimize deployments across a server environment, said company CEO Asaf Ezra.

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Frontline Festival: Leaders Share about Innovation and Imagination

Let's Grow Leaders

In this month’s Frontline Festival, top leadership experts share their perspectives and insights on innovation and imagination. Thanks to Joy and Tom Guthrie of Vizwerx Group for the great pic and to all our contributors. We’re also delighted to feature Chip Bell, who […]. The post Frontline Festival: Leaders Share about Innovation and Imagination appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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8 lessons from the Garmin ransomware attack

TechBeacon

In late July, a ransomware attack on Garmin brought the company's business to its knees. The attack forced the business, a major player in the GPS smartwatch and wearables market, to shut down Garmin Connect, the website used by users to sync data about activities such as runs and bike rides, as well as its aviation database services, some production lines in Asia, as well as its call centers.

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Embedded Analytics: A Force Multiplier for Business

The possibilities for embedded analytics to drive real value for businesses, end users, and society are as fascinating as they are limitless. No matter the industry, brand after brand is finding that analytics can be the solution to a multitude of business challenges. Go deep with five insightsoftware customers as they share the details of their analytics journeys and discuss the transformative power of data.

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9 Soft Skills Every Employee Will Need In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

CTOvision

Read Bernard Marr explain the nine soft skills every employee should have in the age of artificial intelligence on Forbes: Technical skills and data literacy are obviously important in this […].

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Jenkins vs GitLab CI: Battle of CI/CD Tools

Dzone - DevOps

For the last decade or so, great advancement has been made in regards to Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD). The rise of DevOps testing has led to rapid demand for CI/CD tools. Existing solutions are consistently perking up with time and a myriad of new products or new versions are making their entrance into the QA world. When you have such prolific choices at hand, selecting the right tool can definitely get a little intimidating.

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Vital Web Performance

David Walsh

I hate slow websites. They are annoying to use and frustrating to work on. But what does it mean to be “slow”? It used to be waiting for document load. Then waiting for page ready. But with so many asynchronous patterns in use today, how do we even define what “slow” is? The W3C has been working on this with the new Event Timing and Element Timing API , and has defined some new Web Vital metrics to describe the different ways that slow performance can impact a webpage.

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The Rise of the Cloud Economist: The Other CFO

DevOps.com

The new Cloud Economist job title wrangles runaway cloud costs Have you ever forgotten about a subscription? Maybe it was that Amazon Fresh upgrade you never used, charging you monthly payments. Or, your phone carrier slyly tacked on a feature and it went unnoticed for years. All these charges may seem insignificant, but they mount […]. The post The Rise of the Cloud Economist: The Other CFO appeared first on DevOps.com.

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IDC Analyst Report: The Open Source Blind Spot Putting Businesses at Risk

In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.

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How to Be Compassionate Without Destroying Consistency

Let's Grow Leaders

The other day, “Joe” reached out with a genuine dilemma. Throughout this crisis, he’s encouraged his supervisors to be compassionate. Because, like you, he knows that everyone is dealing with their own set of challenging circumstances. Like you, he’s focused on doing […]. The post How to Be Compassionate Without Destroying Consistency appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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How containers can lift your DevOps game

TechBeacon

The shift toward a DevOps approach is a challenging task that can be short-circuited for reasons as varied as a static environment, slow processes, inconsistent deployments, and cultural hurdles. DevOps requires changes in many areas, and as organizations demand that DevOps empower faster, predictable, agile delivery, many have turned to containers, which can bring a much-needed power boost to a DevOps transformation.

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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Workspaces

CTOvision

Read how artificial intelligence is impacting workspaces according to Calum Chace on Forbes : It is a truth universally acknowledged that artificial intelligence will change everything. In the next few […].

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Apache Kafka DevOps with Kubernetes and GitOps

Confluent

Operating critical Apache Kafka® event streaming applications in production requires sound automation and engineering practices. Streaming applications are often at the center of your transaction processing and data systems, requiring […].

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How to Achieve Product-Market Fit

Speaker: Dan Olsen - Product Management Trainer and Consultant, Author, and Speaker

Everyone working on a product is trying to achieve the same goal: product-market fit. But most products fail to do so. In this webinar, product management expert Dan Olsen will share his simple but effective framework for achieving product-market fit from his book The Lean Product Playbook. He will explain his Product-Market Fit Pyramid and The Lean Product Process, a 6-step methodology that guides you through how to: Determine your target customer Identify underserved customer needs Define your

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How to Create an Async Function

David Walsh

One thing I love about JavaScript is that there are many ways to accomplish the same task, one such example being creating functions. There are several patterns for functions; one of the last you see used is the new Function method : /* new Function(arg1, arg2 (.), body) */ const myFunction = new Function('users', 'salary', 'return users * salary'); What if you want to use this new Function method to create an async function?

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Crowdtesting: How to Ensure Quality in Disruptive Times

DevOps.com

The practice of crowdtesting has taken on greater importance during the COVID-19 pandemic, for good reason Entering 2020, digital transformation projects and initiatives dominated tech spending for most companies. But, between a global pandemic and fiscal uncertainty around the world, spending must be shrinking, right? Think again. If anything, the pandemic has created a sense […].

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How To Show Up As a Better Leader During Chaotic Times

Let's Grow Leaders

Do you ever feel like us? Sometimes we just look at one another and say, “why are we so tired?” Leading in chaotic times is exhausting. But when it comes right down to it, one of the biggest reasons is all the […]. The post How To Show Up As a Better Leader During Chaotic Times appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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