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Articles by Salman Ravoof

Salman Ravoof is a self-taught web developer, writer, creator, and a huge admirer of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS). Besides tech, he's excited by science, philosophy, photography, arts, cats, and food. Learn more about him on his website, and connect with Salman on Twitter.

Python vs Java: Pick What’s Best for Your Project

Searching for the right programming language for your next application? This look at Python vs Java might help you pick one.
Reading time
8 min read
Updated date
April 30, 2024
Post type
Blog
Topic
Python
Topic
Web Development Languages

Vagrant vs Docker: Which Is Right for You? (Could Be Both)

Vagrant and Docker help DevOps teams automate application development. We'll help you pick a winner in the "Vagrant vs Docker" debate.
Reading time
8 min read
Updated date
June 21, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
Docker
Topic
Web Development Tools

Cloud Computing Trends (All You Need To Know)

The cloud has been hot for a while, but all signs indicate it's just getting hotter. You need to stay on top of these cloud computing trends.
Reading time
7 min read
Updated date
October 2, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
Cloud Computing Platforms

What Is a CDN? A Guide to Speeding Up and Securing Your Site

Learn about Content Delivery Networks (CDN) and how they speed up content delivery, stabilize your website, and boost its performance.
Reading time
10 min read
Updated date
October 23, 2024
Post type
Knowledge Base
Topic
CDN

How To Fix the Disk Full Error in Brave Browser (in 4 Steps)

Learn how to resolve the Disk Full Error in the Brave browser quickly and easily using these four simple steps.
Reading time
6 min read
Updated date
February 13, 2023
Post type
Knowledge Base
Topic
Website Errors

Understanding CSRF Attacks and Locking Down CSRF Vulnerabilities

Learn the basics of CSRF attacks and how to prevent them from tricking authenticated users into making harmful requests unintentionally.
Reading time
10 min read
Updated date
August 11, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
Security Tips
Topic
WordPress Security

The Best Firebase Alternatives (7 Options)

Check out our recommendations for some of the best Firebase alternatives that are open source and give you more control.
Reading time
11 min read
Updated date
July 3, 2024
Post type
Blog
Topic
Web Development Tools

How To Create a MongoDB Database: 6 Critical Aspects To Know

To gain a better understanding of MongoDB, you need to know how to create databases in MongoDB, starting with the MongoDB Create Database command.
Reading time
32 min read
Updated date
December 15, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
Web Development Tools

A Primer To Understanding Database Sharding

Understanding database sharding is key to scaling large web apps and websites. You'll also learn the different types of database sharding.
Reading time
7 min read
Updated date
January 27, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
Tech Tips

Understanding Database Technology: SQLite vs MySQL

Let's explore the differences between SQLite vs MySQL databases. They're both filled with unique advantages, disadvantages, and use cases.
Reading time
7 min read
Updated date
January 27, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database

Should You Use an In-Memory Database?

Reduce the latency of reading and writing data by using an in-memory database, which uses RAM instead of hard disk drives or solid-state drives.
Reading time
8 min read
Updated date
November 24, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
Tech Tips

How To Fix the “Could Not Establish Trust Relationship for the SSL/TLS Secure Channel with Authority” Error

Are you getting the "Could not establish trust relationship for the SSL/TLS secure channel with authority error? Here's how to fix it.
Reading time
14 min read
Updated date
November 20, 2024
Post type
Knowledge Base
Topic
Security Tips
Topic
Website Errors