#1. Introduction If you’re knee-deep in building apps, you already know APIs are the backbone of everything. Testing them? That’s where the real magic happens. For years, we’ve relied on tools like Postman and Insomnia to send requests, debug issues, and keep things running smoothly. But lately, there’s a buzz about something new: Bruno. It’s […]
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Microservices: The Emerging Complexity Driven by Trends and Alternatives to Over‑Design
The adoption of microservice‑based architectures has grown exponentially over the past decade, often driven more by industry trends than by a careful evaluation of system requirements. This phenomenon has generated unnecessarily complex implementations—like using a bazooka to kill an ant. Distributed architectures without solid foundations in domain capabilities, workloads, operational independence, or real scalability needs […]
Beyond the Version Bump: Lessons from Upgrading React Native 0.72.7 → 0.82
Introduction When I started investigating the React Native upgrade from 0.72.7 to 0.82, my initial goal was simple: Check breaking changes and library compatibility. But very quickly, I realized this upgrade was not just a version bump. It was deeply tied to React Native’s New Architecture, especially Fabric UI Engine and TurboModules. This blog shares what I discovered, […]
Bulgaria’s 2026 Euro Adoption: What the End of the Lev Means for Markets
Moments of currency change are where fortunes are made and lost. In January 2026, Bulgaria will enter one of those moments. The country will adopt the euro and officially retire the Bulgarian lev, marking a major euro adoption milestone and reshaping how investors, banks, and global firms manage currency risk in the region. The shift represents […]
How to Secure Applications During Modernization on AWS
Why Do We Need to Secure Our Applications? Cloud environments are very dynamic and interconnected. A single misconfiguration or exposed API key can lead to: Data breaches Compliance violations Costly downtime Attackers often target application-level weaknesses, not just infrastructure gaps. If any application handles sensitive data, financial transactions, or user credentials, security is critical. […]
Why React Server Components Matter: Production Performance Insights
In recent years, the evolution of React Server Components (RSCs) has signaled a dramatic shift in the way developers approach front-end architecture. By moving key rendering tasks to the server, RSCs promise not only to reduce the size of client-side JavaScript bundles but also to improve initial load times and overall user experience. This article […]
Migrating React from version 18 to 19
React 19 was released on 25 April 2024 and it is based out of React 18. This release introduces major improvements and removes some features to enhance developer experience and application performance. Migrating is a straightforward approach, but you need to watch for removed features. In this blog, I share my experience in migrating React […]
Getting Started with Python for Automation
Automation has become a core part of modern work, allowing teams to reduce repetitive tasks, save time, and improve accuracy. Whether it’s generating weekly reports, organizing files, processing large amounts of data, or interacting with web applications, automation helps individuals and companies operate more efficiently. Among all programming languages used for automation, Python is one […]
Is PHP Dead? A 2025 Reality Check
For years, developers have debated whether PHP is on its way out. With newer languages gaining traction, the question persists: Is PHP dead? The reality is more complex. PHP remains a cornerstone of web development, but its role has shifted as competitors emerge. PHP by the Numbers 74% of websites with a known server-side language […]
Lightning Web Security (LWS) in Salesforce
What is Lightning Web Security? Lightning Web Security (LWS) is Salesforce’s modern client-side security architecture designed to secure Lightning Web Components (LWC) and Aura components. Introduced as an improvement over the older Lightning Locker service, LWS enhances component isolation with better performance and compatibility with modern web standards. Key Features of LWS Namespace isolation: Each Lightning […]
Salesforce Marketing Cloud + AI: Transforming Digital Marketing in 2025
Salesforce Marketing Cloud + AI is revolutionizing marketing by combining advanced artificial intelligence with marketing automation to create hyper-personalized, data-driven campaigns that adapt in real time to customer behaviors and preferences. This fusion drives engagement, conversions, and revenue growth like never before. Key AI Features of Salesforce Marketing Cloud Agentforce: An autonomous AI agent that helps […]
Salesforce Custom Metadata getInstance vs SOQL: Key Differences & Best Practices.
Salesforce provides powerful features to handle metadata, allowing you to store and access configuration data in a structured manner. In this blog, we explore Salesforce Custom Metadata getInstance vs SOQL—two key approaches developers use to retrieve custom metadata efficiently. Custom metadata types in Salesforce offer a great way to define reusable and customizable application data without […]