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Comment on SlashData: Rust sees fastest growth, JavaScript still dominates by Daniel

Daniel — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:03:13 +0000

Impressive insights from SlashData! The rapid growth of the JavaScript community, adding four million developers in just a year, underscores its dominance. Rust’s swift rise is noteworthy, reflecting its appeal for high-performance and secure applications. The integration of AI tools by 59% of developers is a game-changer, highlighting the evolving nature of development workflows. This report provides valuable data for stakeholders to make informed decisions. Great work in shedding light on these trends!

Comment on Sonatype exposes malicious PyPI package ‘pytoileur’ by Daniel Max

Daniel Max — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:01:23 +0000

This is a crucial and informative piece. The detection of the ‘pytoileur’ package by Sonatype highlights the ongoing threats in software development. The detailed examination of how malicious actors conceal their code and target developers through platforms like Stack Overflow is particularly alarming. Sonatype’s proactive measures are commendable and essential for safeguarding the community. This article serves as a strong reminder for developers to stay vigilant and prioritize security in their practices. Excellent work on shedding light on these critical issues.

Comment on Mozilla ramps up Manifest V3 support in Firefox by Daniel Max

Daniel Max — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:06:43 +0000

It provides a clear update on Mozilla’s ongoing support for Manifest V3 (MV3) and its efforts to enhance compatibility with Chrome. The improvements in Firefox 127, particularly around keyboard shortcuts and the declarativeNetRequest API, are well-explained and show Mozilla’s dedication to easing the transition for developers. It’s also reassuring to read that Mozilla is committed to maintaining support for MV2 and the webRequest API. The inclusion of MV3 support for Firefox on Android is a significant milestone. Overall, this piece offers valuable insights for developers and highlights Mozilla’s balanced approach to innovation and user choice. Well done!

Comment on Encryption under fire: Signal and rights groups oppose EU law by Daniel

Daniel — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:03:49 +0000

Meredith Whittaker makes an important point about the EU’s attempts to weaken end-to-end encryption through new terminology. Her argument that this undermines user privacy and security is compelling. The joint statement from digital rights organizations adds weight to her concerns. This piece is a strong call to action for policymakers to protect encryption and, by extension, our digital privacy. Well-written and timely

Comment on Nokia and Google Cloud partner to equip developers with 5G app tools by Daniel

Daniel — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:10:10 +0000

The expanded collaboration between Nokia and Google Cloud is a promising development for the tech industry. By integrating Nokia’s Network as Code platform with Google Cloud’s AI and data solutions, developers worldwide are poised to create cutting-edge 5G applications more efficiently. The focus on industry use cases in healthcare initially demonstrates the practical benefits of this partnership, offering improved virtual customer interactions. Additionally, Nokia’s collaboration with Infobip further enriches the developer ecosystem, providing comprehensive tools and APIs for a seamless development experience. This collaborative approach is a testament to the innovative potential of 5G technology and its capacity to drive digital transformation across industries.

Comment on Hackers are increasingly exploiting packers to spread malware by Daniel

Daniel — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:18:49 +0000

This insightful analysis on the misuse of BoxedApp tools by cybercriminals offers a deep dive into their sophisticated methods for evading detection. Understanding the advanced features like Virtual File System and API hooking is crucial for strengthening cybersecurity defenses. Discussing countermeasures and promoting secure software practices are essential steps to combat these threats.

Comment on Spotify cries foul over Apple’s app review process by Daniel

Daniel — Tue, 21 May 2024 17:41:30 +0000

You’ve covered the Spotify vs Apple issue well, especially how the new DMA rules are changing things. It’s crazy that Apple hasn’t approved Spotify’s update yet, even after 9 days. This really shows the challenges app developers face. Great job explaining this!

Comment on Google blocked 2M malicious apps from the Play Store in 2023 by Daniel Max

Daniel Max — Sat, 11 May 2024 20:16:33 +0000

Google’s commitment to ensuring a safe and trusted Play Store experience is commendable. The strides made in 2023, including blocking millions of policy-violating apps and banning bad actor accounts, demonstrate a proactive approach to maintaining security and integrity.

The introduction of new developer verification requirements and partnerships with SDK providers reflect Google’s dedication to increasing transparency and enhancing app quality and security. Collaboration with industry leaders in the restructured App Defense Alliance further strengthens the ecosystem’s defenses against emerging threats.

I’m particularly impressed by Google’s focus on protecting users installing apps outside the Play Store, with enhancements to Play Protect’s scanning capabilities. This proactive approach to detecting and preventing malicious code is crucial in safeguarding users’ devices and data.

Moreover, the policy updates regarding privacy practices and account deletion options demonstrate a commitment to user privacy and empowerment.

Looking ahead to 2024, Google’s plans to remove Play Store apps lacking transparency about privacy practices and taking legal action against crypto scammers reaffirm its dedication to user protection and trust.

As a platform striving for continuous improvement, Google’s efforts to evolve and adapt to emerging threats are vital in maintaining a safe and secure Play Store environment for users and developers alike.

I applaud Google’s ongoing efforts to prioritize user and developer safety, and I look forward to seeing further advancements in app security and privacy in the year ahead.

Comment on Computer science pioneer Niklaus Wirth dies aged 89 by John Tackkett

John Tackkett — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 17:23:37 +0000

When I was in college they had just switched off of using PL/1 to Pascal as their teaching language. When I got my first job programming we used UCSD Pascal as our development language. It was outstanding. That that was in the days of Babbage’s and Software etc and our products were sold nationally in those stores. I went back to school and continued my education. I used Turbo Pascal in all my classes for my projects. We had a project in a software engineering class and my team was the only team to get their project done because we had used Turbo Pascal. Fond memories of coding in an excellent language. My respects to him and condolences on his passing.

Comment on Developer shortage remains the top challenge two years in a row by Michael J

Michael J — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 17:31:13 +0000

If you want to hire top-quality developers, then please pay top dollar for that developer. You can’t afford it? Then quit claiming there is a shortage. Is there a shortage of Bentley or a Ferrari cars? No, because most people can’t afford it. The average Google developer salary is at $13,000 PER MONTH. Can your company pay anything close to that? No? Then please answer me why you deserve the top quality engineer or skilled developer? With what money are you going to buy their services?

What you need to do is to start hire Junior developers right out of school and train them at your company and keep increasing their salary so they don’t leave for a better one they want to work for. You know, something called INVEST in your business. But you’re never gonna do that. That’s too expensive and uncertain for you, because all of you “employers” are just a bunch of scam artists that will never tell the truth about how you manage your economics of your company and what you actually can and cannot afford. Thousands of people have wasted years on IT education and can’t find a job right now because you’re saying they don’t have the experience(where are they supposed to get it?), but tricking them into taking an education with your “shortage of developers” myth, that’s something you will never admit any wrong doing in. Companies lying like this should be a criminal charge. Quit ruin peoples lives.