In the realm of web automation, handling various scenarios like file upload, file download, and various Windows GUI operations can be challenging. AutoIt, a powerful scripting language and automation tool, seamlessly integrates with Selenium to tackle these challenges. This blog provides a detailed guide on installing and configuring AutoIT and demonstrates its usage with Selenium […]
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Importance of Cyclone Testing
Software testing is a method to validate that the produced software is working as expected as given in the requirements and to make sure that the product is free from bugs. it is nothing but running the application/system under both normal and abnormal conditions and comparing the result against Requirement/functionality. At the same time, we […]
Parameterize Your Automated QA Test Scenarios With Cucumber
Creation of automated QA test scripts in Cucumber provides a low barrier of entry for your QA team. What is Cucumber? Cucumber is Behavior-Driven Development tool that uses Gherkin for scenario syntax. Gherkin is a simple, non-technical language designed for easy maintenance and readability. Gherkin can easily integrate with open-source tools like Selenium, Appium for […]
Date and Timestamp in Spark SQL
Spark SQL offers a set of built-in standard functions for handling dates and timestamps within the DataFrame API. These functions are valuable for performing operations involving date and time data. They accept inputs in various formats, including Date type, Timestamp type, or String. If the input is provided as a String, it must be in […]
Building Re-Usable Pipeline Templates in GitHub Actions Workflows
Introduction To Pipeline Templates In today’s agile software development landscape, teams rely heavily on robust workflows called “pipelines” to automate tasks and enhance productivity. For DevOps teams who were historically familiar with Microsoft’s Azure DevOps CICD Automation platform, one of the most powerful functionalities rolled out by the platform that allowed teams to drastically speed […]
Spark DataFrame: Writing to Tables and Creating Views
In this Blog Post we will see methods of writing Spark DataFrame into tables and creating views, for essential tasks for data processing and analysis. Before diving into this blog have a look at my other blog posts discussing about creating the DataFrame and manipulating the DataFrame. Creating DataFrame: https://blogs.perficient.com/2024/01/10/spark-scala-approaches-toward-creating-dataframe/ Manipulating DataFrame: https://blogs.perficient.com/2024/02/15/spark-dataframe-basic-methods/ Dataset: The […]
Designing for All: The Power of a User-Centric Approach in Universal Design
Universal design is not just about creating accessible spaces; it’s about crafting experiences that cater to the diverse needs of individuals. At the heart of this philosophy lies a user-centric approach—one that places the preferences, abilities, and feedback of users at the forefront of the design process. This blog post explores the transformative impact of […]
Tutorial 03 – Publish Microservices to the Eureka Server
Read the other blogs in this series: Tutorial 01 – Microservices Architectural Design by using Spring Boot Tutorial 02 – Spring Cloud – Netflix Eureka Server Publish Microservices to the Eureka Server Every Microservice must be published/ registered with Eureka Server (R&D Server) by becoming an Eureka Client We must create a microservice using Spring […]
EC2 Instance Recovery: Fixing Block Device Issues via /etc/fstab and Rescue Instance
In this blog post, I will share my firsthand experience tackling and resolving a critical issue with an inaccessible and failed EC2 instance. I’ll provide a detailed account of the problem, its impact, and the step-by-step approach I took to address it. Additionally, I’ll share valuable insights and lessons learned to help prevent similar issues […]
Unleashing Synergy: Why Salesforce Data Cloud is the Perfect Companion to Your Existing CDP
Leveraging Your CDP In today’s dynamic business landscape, harnessing the power of customer data is non-negotiable for success. Companies around the globe are increasingly turning to Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) to consolidate and manage their customer information effectively. While many organizations have already invested in a CDP, the addition of Salesforce Data Cloud can elevate […]
Tutorial 02 – Spring Cloud – Netflix Eureka Server
You may learn microservices in-depth from beginner to expert in this set of tutorials. click here for previous blog: – Tutorial 01 – Microservices Architectural Design by using Spring Boot Introduction: – Netflix Eureka Server – To enable discovery and communication between microservices, it is necessary to register or publish the microservice with the R&D […]
DBFS (Databricks File System) in Apache Spark
In the world of big data processing, efficient and scalable file systems play a crucial role. One such file system that has gained popularity in the Apache Spark ecosystem is DBFS, which stands for Databricks File System. In this blog post, we’ll explore into what DBFS is, how it works, and provide examples to illustrate […]