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Intro to proxymock, a free traffic-based service mocking tool within VS Code.

Speedscale's proxymock is a free VS Code plugin that passively listens to transactions, so developers can replay past responses or inbound transactions like a time machine. Past transactions can serve as non-rate-limited service mocks, editable databases, or even regression/load/chaos tests. Building service mocks to serve as service virtualization/mocks can be time consuming and manual. Maintaining complex, shared environments for engineering incurs expensive cloud costs and aren't often accurate.

What Data Should be Monitored From Bluetooth Devices in the Field?

Building a Bluetooth-enabled IoT device? Here’s a pro tip: monitor what you can’t see. Blecon’s Simon Ford explains how hidden issues—like high retry rates in Bluetooth communication—may not trigger alerts but can reveal critical insights about your device’s true performance.

Developers are Troubleshooting Directly in Slack and Teams with AI

“I asked Lumigo Copilot to provide context about issues from my phone. It saved me triaging time and also helped me understand who the relevant developer is to handle the alert, which keeps me from wasting someone else’s time” – Lior Mechlovich, CTO & Co-Founder, Salespeak. This quote from one of our beta users captures the power of Lumigo Copilot in Slack. Troubleshooting doesn’t have to be tedious.

How Does InfluxDB 3 Query Data in Real-Time?

InfluxDB 3 builds on open-source technologies—Flight, DataFusion, Arrow, and Parquet—but even if a developer made their own time series database using the same technologies, they would not be able to replicate InfluxDB 3. The FDAP stack provides many of the building blocks required for a high-performance database, such as the fast, multi-threaded, streaming, columnar execution engine that defines InfluxDB 3.

What Is SMS Spoofing or Hijacking: How to Recognize and Avoid This Scam

SMS-based scams have become increasingly common in the Philippines, which is a major security concern because text messaging and digital transactions are integral to daily life in the country. Among these scams, SMS spoofing or hijacking stands out as particularly sneaky, exploiting people's familiarity with texting to steal sensitive information.

Full Steam Ahead: The Role of Steam in Modern Manufacturing

The Industrial Revolution began with the advent of steam engines in the 1760s. For hundreds of years, steam remained a go-to source of power. It wasn't until the 19th century that gas, diesel and electricity became popular. However, while it's not so obvious, steam still plays a significant role in modern manufacturing. Today, it helps power industries like chemicals, food, textiles, transport, medicine and more.

Understanding Tarmac Resurfacing: A Comprehensive Guide to Quality and Longevity

The resurfacing of tarmac surfaces is an essential practice that ensures roads, driveways, and other paved areas remain functional, safe, and visually appealing. While it might appear to be a straightforward task, the process requires precision, expertise, and the use of premium materials to deliver results that last. This article explores the nuances of tarmac resurfacing, the reasons it's indispensable, and how prioritising quality can make a lasting difference.

Crafting Digital Solutions for a Connected World

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, businesses and consumers alike are increasingly relying on mobile applications for everyday tasks. From entertainment and communication to business management and e-commerce, mobile apps have become an essential part of our lives. As this demand continues to rise, so does the need for skilled mobile app developers. Among the many cities in the U.S. with a growing tech scene, mobile app developers Chicago have made a significant impact, providing innovative solutions for businesses across various industries.