Google’s new Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite model is its fastest and most cost-efficient The model is for tasks that don’t require much processing, like translation and data organization The new model is in preview, while Gemini 2.5 Flash and Pro are now generally available AI chatbots can respond at a pretty rapid clip at this point,…
We’re extending the deadline for the Storyblok Headless CMS Challenge to give more folks the opportunity to join in. The new deadline is Sunday, June 29 at 11:59 PM PST. That’s one more week to build a digital experience with Storyblok! A few friendly reminders: 🎯 Two ways to win – we’re selecting two winners,…
Level Up Your Python APIs with FastAPI Ever felt like building APIs was more complex than it needed to be? You’re not alone! Many developers find themselves wrestling with boilerplate code and confusing configurations. FastAPI swoops in as a modern, high-performance web framework for building APIs with Python 3.7+ that’s actually fun to use. This…
As a third-year student deeply passionate about computer science, I am often amazed by the captivating “real-time” nature of modern internet applications. Whether it’s the split-second delivery of messages in instant messaging software, the seamless synchronization of multi-person editing in online collaborative documents, or the millisecond-level data refresh on financial trading platforms, these seemingly ordinary…
It’s not been a great week for calm beachside bathing: on Monday I was writing about all four Jaws movies coming to a streaming device near you, and now Netflix’s new critical hit The Survivors will make you wary of what might wash up. The six-part series has become one of the best Netflix shows…
Nintendo Switch 2 users are reporting console online bans due to the use of the Mig Flash tool The tool allows players to back up legally purchased games It raises the question of console and game ownership amid the industry’s shift away from physical game copies The build-up to the Nintendo Switch 2‘s launch was…
As a generation characterized as “digital natives,” the way Gen Z interacts with and consumes knowledge is rooted in their desire for instant gratification and personalization. How will this affect the future of knowledge management and the technologies of tomorrow?
Well, we all knew Prime Day was on the horizon, and Amazon has made it official. Prime Day is returning in 2025, kicking off on July 8. Here’s the kicker, though – Prime Day isn’t just a two-day affair for 2025, it’s going to be a deal behemoth lasting four full days before wrapping at…
Bridging Design and Code with Image-to-Compose UI The Declarative Advantage of Jetpack Compose Okay, so, Jetpack Compose is kind of a big deal. Instead of messing around with XML, you describe what you want your UI to look like using code. This declarative approach makes things way easier to understand and maintain. Think of it…
React Native is a great tool—but handling animations, complex lists, and native features can sometimes lead to performance issues. Here’s a quick guide for devs looking to improve their app’s responsiveness: 🧠 Avoid unnecessary re-renders using React.memo 📜 Use FlatList & SectionList for rendering long lists efficiently 🎞️ Optimize animations with react-native-reanimated 🧩 Offload intensive…
