How To Use JUnit Ignore Test Annotation [With Examples]
JUnit 5 is a widely adopted open-source unit testing framework for Java-based projects undergoing constant evolution to meet developers’ changing needs. One of the newest features introduced in JUnit 5 is the ability to disable individual tests or even entire test classes using the @Disabled annotation. Also, it has introduced conditional disabling of the test […]
Understanding the differences between DevOps in the cloud and DevOps for dedicated devices
It’s been over a decade since DevOps fundamentally changed software development. But the core concepts that traditional DevOps relies on aren’t just for software — applying these principles to hardware is just as important (and game-changing). What is DevOps? DevOps is a concept that aligns software development and IT operations teams to build and deliver […]
Docker Init: Initialize Dockerfiles and Compose files with a single CLI command
Docker has revolutionized the way developers build, package, and deploy their applications. Docker containers provide a lightweight, portable, and consistent runtime environment that can run on any infrastructure. And now, the Docker team has developed docker init, a new command-line interface (CLI) command introduced as a beta feature that simplifies the process of adding Docker […]
Docker Swarm vs. Kubernetes
Docker Swarm and Kubernetes are both container orchestration technologies. Container orchestration automates the provisioning, deployment, networking, scaling, availability, and lifecycle management of containers. Container orchestration technologies make it simpler to deploy and manage containerized applications, which makes it easier to scale and run complex applications that have large numbers of containers. Containers enable features like […]
Spotify Adds More Plugins for Backstage Developer Portal
Spotify this week added additional plugins for its open source Backstage platform that is used to build developer portals. The new plugins make it simpler to address role-based access and access Insights, a tool from Spotify that tracks Backstage usage trends. In addition, Spotify is also enhancing a Soundcheck plugin for Backstage that is used […]
Announcing A New Way of Learning: The CI/CD Learning Tool
Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD) is fundamental to modern software development, enabling teams to deliver high-quality code — reliably and at a fast pace. As CI/CD becomes widespread in the industry, developers that know the ins and out of Continuous Integration (CI) become more valuable and productive. But with so many resources available online, it […]
Midjourney: The AI That Won Over Humans
Art-generating artificial intelligences such as Midjourney, are transforming the world of art. With the rise of AI-powered tools that can create music, paintings, and even some level of animation, the role of artists is being redefined. For centuries, art has been seen as a uniquely human endeavor, requiring creativity, imagination, and emotional intelligence. However, recent […]