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March 25, 2025

Dependency Roulette: How One Tiny Update Took Down Production

Third-party dependencies are a double-edged sword—convenient until they suddenly break everything. Here’s a real-world incident from our collection that perfectly illustrates this risk.The Setup: How We Managed Python DependenciesWe use the pretty standard and simple…

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Top London Tech Events You Won't Want to Miss April
March 20, 2025

Top London Tech Events You Won’t Want to Miss in April

You’ll want to clear your calendar for these top tech events in April in London! There’s no shortage of tech events UK businesses can attend, and April is set to be a bumper month, especially…

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Top 10 Backend Frameworks
March 4, 2025

Top 10 Backend Frameworks for 2025

When it comes to backend development, choosing the right framework can make or break your project. With framework comes great responsibility. Whether you're a CTO navigating the complexities of scaling a business or a senior…

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Lost in Translation. When ‘False’ Means ‘True’
February 27, 2025

Lost in Translation: When ‘False’ Means ‘True’

Three days of troubleshooting over one conversion... Yes, it happens. Here’s how.We develop a software suite for cognitive testing, helping researchers detect early signs of dementia. The suite includes:A Swift-based iPad appA Node.js web applicationOne…

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February 21, 2025

Top London Tech Events You Won’t Want to Miss in March

London’s tech crowd's March is looking busy. If you’re still on back-to-back Zoom calls or up to your knees in emails, here’s a chance to hit the “escape” key from the screen and get into the action.…

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TOP AI Tools
February 13, 2025

Top 15 AI Tools

Beyond powerful models, AI tools play a crucial role in bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world implementation. These tools provide the frameworks, platforms, and integrations that make AI accessible, scalable, and adaptable for…

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January 20, 2025

Top London Tech Events You Won’t Want to Miss in February

With so many top tech events in February in London, it’s worth clearing some space in your diary now!In this article, we’ll round up our pick of the most unmissable tech-related conferences and exhibitions in…

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December 11, 2024

Cryptominer Alert: How a Student Exploited a Lab Environment

In today’s digital age, many educational institutions rely on innovative platforms to make hands-on learning more accessible. A client providing a SaaS (Software as a Service) platform for educational purposes faced an unexpected challenge. Their…

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Top AI models & tools
November 28, 2024

Top 5 AI Models

In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, AI has become a catalyst for innovation, driving advancements in efficiency, automation, and strategic decision-making across a range of industries. Staying informed about the leading AI models and tools…

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Are AI-powered Tools Replacing Developers
November 1, 2024

Are AI-powered Tools Replacing Developers?

As OpenAI works to enhance ChatGPT, adding new functionalities and capabilities with each iteration, other large language models (LLMs) are springing up. Many are hot on the heels of ChatGPT, striving to revolutionise various industries.…

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