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Why Traditional API Testing Fails? Comparing Shadow, Production, Replay Techniques
I want to share the story of how our team at a fast-paced startup tackled the challenge of API testing without any dedicated QA team, the roadblocks that we encountered, and how we ultimately addressed these issues. Baseline Challenge We had 15-day sprints including mandatory unit and API testing. Initially, we relied on automated testing.…
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Why I Switched to Table Driven Testing approach in Go
Unit Testing, specifically table driven tests, have gained significant popularity in recent years due to their ability to eliminate repetition and enhance test clarity and maintainability. By organizing test cases into a structured format, table driven tests provide a systematic way to reuse the same values across different unit testing scenarios efficiently. What is Table…
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Executing EBPF in Github Actions
At Keploy, we wanted our tool to be part of the Github pipeline so that developers could be guaranteed that modifications made in pull requests could be safely merged and deployed. The only problem we had was ~ is it possible. The reason for this question is because Keploy uses eBPF to track network calls,…
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JavaScript var vs let vs const: Understanding the Differences and Best Practices
In JavaScript, variables are fundamental building blocks. With the introduction of ES6, developers gained more options – let and const – alongside the traditional var. Understanding the distinctions between these declarations is crucial for writing clean, efficient, and bug-free code. Regardless of whether you are new to programming or not, knowing how var, let, and…
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Python Get Current Directory – A Complete Guide
When creating software with Python, the file system is something you will often interact with. You will be reading files, writing logs, processing datasets, handling configuration files, etc. In all of these actions, you will be working in reference to the current working directory (CWD), a concept that is foundational for every Python stylistic choice…
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Optimized Management of Configuration Files on AWS S3: Strategies and Best Practices
Efficient management and updating of configuration files is essential in modern software settings, particularly when these files are stored on cloud storage services such as AWS S3. There are a number of issues associated with this process, such as maintaining data integrity, reducing downtime, and maximizing network and storage use. The main challenge is managing…
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What is Rapid Application Development (RAD)?
Back in our college days, we studied about the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), right? In that, we learned about various software methodologies like the Waterfall model, Agile, etc. We also learned how these methodologies help us deliver software quickly. Rapid Application Development is one such methodology we forgot to study in college – no…
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Best OpenSource Coding AI
AI has become the talk of the town nowadays, right? There are tons of AI tools available for different tasks, and new advancements are coming up daily like vibe coding. But how do you actually do vibe coding? Or how do you try out these models? You could use tools like ChatGPT or Claude, but…
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Inside the Java Native Interface (JNI)
The Java Native Interface (JNI) stands as a pivotal link between the realms of Java and native programming languages like C and C++. It plays a crucial role in Java programming, particularly when integrating native libraries — .so files in Linux or .dll files in Windows. JNI allows Java applications to access and leverage the…
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VSCode vs Cursor: Which One Should You Use in 2025?
Introduction Today’s software developers depend on suitable tools to perform better in their work. People working as developers during 2025 seek text editors which offer comprehensive functionalities and improve their work efficiency by incorporating intelligent functions. The dev community embraces two innovative editors – VSCode and Cursor. We will provide an in-depth evaluation of VSCode…
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Best Browser for Mac in 2025: Top Picks for Speed, Privacy & Features
Selecting the best Mac browser in 2025 isn’t as easy anymore. As Apple’s hardware technology is improving at lightning speeds with its M-series chips and macOs updates, the browser that you opt for can literally influence your Mac’s performance, battery life, and overall experience. If you’re a speed-conscious user, an avid privacy freak, productivity-feature lover,…
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AI Coding Tools: What’s Working, What’s Not, and Where It’s Headed
AI coding tools are no longer a novelty. From startups to enterprises, developers are using them to accelerate development, auto-generate tests, and build products faster than ever. Some engineering teams claim they’ve become up to 10x more productive with the right AI coding tool in their workflow. To get a real-world understanding of how these…
