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Google Analytics or: How I learned to stop worrying and love the data

Mehdeeka • 0 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Analytics Digital marketing Learning Tools Advertising
  1. Google Analytics has released GA4, bringing changes in data collection and reporting.
  2. To transition to GA4, marketers need to migrate before July 1, adjust event tracking, and set up Google Signals.
  3. Learning Google Analytics is approachable with free courses from Google and can help marketers make informed decisions.

Risky Biz News: Let's revisit the Ivanti Connect Secure clusterfudge

Risky Business News • 0 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Software Vulnerabilities Tools
  1. Ivanti disclosed two zero-day vulnerabilities in its Connect Secure VPN appliance, leading to exploitation by threat actors.
  2. Security firm Volexity linked the attacks to a Chinese cyber-espionage group, influencing hundreds of infected devices globally.
  3. Malware names like GLASSTOKEN, GIFTEDVISITOR, BUSHWALK were found on infected devices, leading to the mass exploitation phase.

Risky Biz News: SVR hackers also breached HPE

Risky Business News • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities Malware Espionage Tools
  1. HPE and Microsoft faced breaches by the same Russian state-sponsored hacking group, highlighting the ongoing cyber threats to tech giants.
  2. SEC's new breach disclosure rules are leading to faster reporting of incidents and more detailed disclosures from affected companies, changing the cybersecurity landscape.
  3. Various new cybersecurity incidents and threats, including DDoS attacks, ransomware incidents, and insider threats, continue to impact organizations globally.

Risky Biz News: SVR hackers breach Microsoft, steal emails from the security team

Risky Business News • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Incidents Software Tools Vulnerabilities
  1. Russian hackers breached Microsoft and stole emails from senior leadership and cybersecurity teams.
  2. Microsoft faced criticism for the timing and handling of the breach disclosure.
  3. Several other security incidents and breaches were reported, showcasing ongoing cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
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Risky Biz News: Turkish APT group Sea Turtle returns

Risky Business News • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Malware Vulnerabilities Acquisitions Tools
  1. Hackers associated with the Turkish government in the Sea Turtle group have resumed cyber-espionage operations targeting governments and IT service providers.
  2. Recent cyber incidents include Russian hackers targeting Ukraine, hacks in the telecom sector, and cyberattacks on US museums and crypto platforms.
  3. New malware discoveries, ransomware attacks, and cybercrime incidents underscore the importance of strong passwords, security updates, and vigilance against cyber threats.

Perplexity AI Just Killed Google (Just Like Video Killed The Radio Star)

B2B SEO & Growth with Annika Helendi • 0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Search Engine Marketing Tools
  1. Perplexity AI offers direct answers with trusted sources, potentially replacing Google search for many users.
  2. Perplexity AI provides tools for focused searches, better data, and organization, assisting marketers with deep dives and project management.
  3. Consider the Pro plan for benefits like unlimited Copilot queries and enhanced file uploads, useful for in-depth marketing tasks and strategy development.

Weekly Digest #2 : The Plan for Rails 8

monoRails - a Ruby on Rails newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development Software Testing Ruby on Rails Programming Web Development Testing Tools Frameworks
  1. Rails 8 is planning new features like a background worker, cache backend, framework for mobile notifications, and more development tools.
  2. The article discusses the internal workings and design decisions of Sidekiq, a popular background processing tool for Ruby.
  3. Understanding the Rails router is important for developers to grasp the concepts of routing, named routes, and different types of routes in a Ruby on Rails application.

Must Learn KQL Part 1: Tools and Resources

Rod’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 31 May 23
🕹 Technology Data Analysis Tools Resources Learning
  1. KQL (Kusto Query Language) is a powerful but simple query language used in tools like Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, and Intune.
  2. There are numerous resources available to learn KQL, like cheat sheets, practice environments, reference guides, and tools like Kusto.Explorer and Visual Studio Code with Kusto extensions.
  3. The Must Learn KQL series aims to provide valuable information for enhancing skills in security platforms and data-centric applications that utilize KQL.

How to Get the KQL Query Created by the New 365 Defender Query Builder

Rod’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jan 23
🕹 Technology IT Tools Software
  1. The new KQL Query Builder for 365 Defender is in public preview, allowing users to create and execute KQL queries without writing code.
  2. Despite the availability of the Query Builder, it's still important to learn KQL as a crucial skill, similar to knowing PowerShell.
  3. The Query Builder also serves as a useful learning tool, as users can still access the KQL query that powers the search results, helping them understand and improve their KQL skills.

What does Zapier do?

Technically • 0 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Tools Integrations Coding
  1. Zapier is a tool that helps business people create custom integrations between their favorite tools without the need for coding.
  2. Most SaaS tools require integrations to move data where needed (e.g. Salesforce data in Hubspot).
  3. Tools often have standard integrations, but Zapier allows building custom integrations for unique needs.

Who are low-code app developers? An intro to five types of builder 

Developer GTM – by Calyx Consulting • 0 implied HN points • 14 Jul 21
🕹 Technology Development Tools Creatives Founders Software Engineers
  1. Over half of all app development will be low-code by 2023.
  2. Low-code builders can be segmented into five categories based on their shared 'jobs to be done.'
  3. Understanding the diverse roles, motivations, and needs of low-code builders is crucial for developing effective messaging and strategies to grow a user base.

Automate Production in Three Steps!

Certo Modo • 0 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Automation Documentation Tools Features Production
  1. Automating manual tasks is crucial for growth, as manual work can consume time needed for innovation and advancement.
  2. Runbooks, as documented step-by-step instructions, are key to delegating work, reducing single points of failure, and ensuring consistency in task execution.
  3. Converting manual scripts into full-fledged software services allows for instant and automated task completion, improving efficiency and reducing human involvement.

System Call Tracing

Certo Modo • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Performance Linux Tools Troubleshooting
  1. System calls are how programs interact with the operating system to request and manage resources like memory and files.
  2. System call tracing allows real-time observation of running processes to understand resource usage and behavior.
  3. Tracing tools like strace and perf can help diagnose issues in production systems but come with a performance impact, requiring caution in usage.

Observability in a Box

Certo Modo • 0 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Monitoring Infrastructure Software Tools Alerting
  1. Observability tools provide metrics, dashboards, and notifications without software licensing fees.
  2. Some observability tools focus on cloud-native infrastructure, making setup challenging for non-cloud businesses.
  3. O11y-in-a-box simplifies monitoring by providing Prometheus, Loki, and Grafana for performance, availability, log analysis, and alerting on a single-host system.

Become a Senior Engineer #3: 15+ Code Editor Superpowers

Become a Senior Engineer • 0 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Software Development Tools Productivity Coding
  1. Senior engineers focus on efficiency and quality, constantly optimizing workflows to increase speed and reduce errors.
  2. Modern code editors offer valuable tools like syntax highlighting, code analysis, and keyboard shortcuts to enhance your development experience.
  3. IDEs provide powerful features such as refactoring, code completion, debugging, and integration with tools like Git, databases, and CI/CD platforms.

Any Cables Monthly #2

AnyCable Broadcasts • 0 implied HN points • 02 Sep 22
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development Software updates Events Tools
  1. AnyCable introduced support for NATS pub/sub, a major feature in August.
  2. A new project called LiveView Native was revealed at ElixirConf, enabling control of native mobile views via Phoenix LiveView components.
  3. Different releases like AnyCable Pro 1.2.1, turbo_ready 0.0.x, and ACLI 0.4.1 improved features like GraphQL support and multiple isolated Action Cable servers in a Rails app.

Web Dev Updates, Tools, & Articles #2

Web Dev Explorer • 0 implied HN points • 28 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Web Development JavaScript Tools Programming
  1. React 19 Beta introduces simpler state management, error handling, and async operations in React applications.
  2. JavaScript's Set gaining new methods could enhance data operations, with new methods like intersection, union, and difference among others.
  3. pnpm version 9.0.0 brings improvements like Corepack compatibility, configuration updates, and better dependency resolution.

Web Dev Updates, Tools, & Articles #1

Web Dev Explorer • 0 implied HN points • 24 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Tech Updates Tools Insights
  1. Meta's Horizon OS announcement opens its technology to other companies, mirroring Android's open market approach against Apple's closed iOS system.
  2. Apple's upcoming event on May 7th is expected to focus on new iPads, hinted by the event name 'Let Loose' and accompanying visuals.
  3. GitLab introduced Duo Chat, an AI programming assistant to help developers with tasks outside of coding, emphasizing work efficiency and user privacy.

Free Report: 2020 NLP Industry Survey Results

Gradient Flow • 0 implied HN points • 21 Sep 20
🕹 Technology Tools Challenges
  1. The report presents findings from a 2020 NLP Industry Survey with 571 respondents from over 50 countries, shedding light on tools used, challenges faced, and roles within organizations.
  2. A significant quarter of the respondents hold technical leadership positions, providing insights into the industry's dynamics and decision-making processes.
  3. The survey, conducted online for 41 days from July to August 2020, offers valuable information on how natural language technologies are utilized by organizations worldwide.

2024-06-24-Complexity Elision Pyramid

Paul’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jun 24
🕹 Technology Programming Software Languages Problem Solving Tools
  1. The Complexity Elision Pyramid proposes building multiple Solution Centric Notations (SCNs) for each project, streamlining programming language creation and problem-solving.
  2. By eliding low-level implementation details, programmers can focus more on intricate problem-specific aspects rather than technical specifics.
  3. Layers of the pyramid represent distinct aspects of the problem space, with each layer building upon the one below in a manner akin to low-level assembly instructions.

Supercharging Software Development with Smart Notes: Unleash Your Creativity and Productivity

Weekend Developer • 0 implied HN points • 12 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Software Development Note Taking Tools ML models
  1. Smart Notes system helps organize information effectively for software developers, enabling quick access to knowledge and fostering innovation.
  2. The Zettelkasten method, pioneered by Niklas Luhmann, is a powerful system that supports dynamic organization and connection of ideas.
  3. Different types of notes (Reference, Literature, Fleeting, Permanent, Relevant) serve specific purposes in building a comprehensive knowledge repository, aiding in understanding complex concepts and facilitating quick retrieval of information.

Top 5 Kanban Tools to Streamline Your Workflow

Weekend Developer • 0 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Tools Productivity Workflow Software Project management
  1. Using a physical wall with sticky notes can be a simple and effective way to create a Kanban board for task management.
  2. Draw.io is a versatile tool that includes a Kanban template and can help in creating flowcharts and diagrams.
  3. Trello and Jira are among the top Kanban tools, with Trello being simple and suitable for personal projects, while Jira is commonly used in organizations and offers a free version for small teams.

How to Level up Dev Teams

realkinetic • 0 implied HN points • 03 Jan 19
🕹 Technology Development Teams Tools Practices Code Reviews
  1. Training may not be the most effective way to level up development teams; it can be costly and the impact on team readiness is uncertain.
  2. Tools alone are not sufficient to level up teams; they often just cover up broken practices and policies.
  3. Code reviews are the most effective method to quickly improve team proficiency; they promote a culture of constructive feedback and knowledge sharing.

Git commit hooks with Husky

The Open Source Expert • 0 implied HN points • 17 Jul 24
🕹 Technology Software Development Programming DevOps Open Source Tools
  1. Using Husky for Git hooks gives you quick feedback before making a commit. This helps catch errors early, saving time later.
  2. Automating checks like linting or testing before a commit prevents you from forgetting to run them manually. It improves the code quality before you share it.
  3. Even with local hooks, don't skip CI checks since they're still important. CI runs on a fresh setup and ensures everything works properly in the project.

Friday Thread #02: AI Use Cases

Ruben Ugarte's Growth Needle™ • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jun 24
🕹 Technology AI Innovation Tools Productivity
  1. AI can make real improvements in our work and daily lives. It's not just about the hype, but about using it practically.
  2. Most people find ChatGPT to be very useful for their tasks, but there are other AI tools out there that are gaining popularity.
  3. It's helpful to share and discuss our best AI use cases, as this can lead to discovering new and effective ways to use this technology.

How to remove Nx cloud from your app

Shrek's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 24 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Software Development Cloud Performance Tools
  1. Nx Cloud can speed up tasks for big teams, but small projects might not need it. It's okay to skip it if you're working solo or on smaller tasks.
  2. If you encounter errors using Nx Cloud, switching to local runners is a good solution. Local runners can handle tasks without relying on the cloud.
  3. To remove Nx Cloud from your app, just change a setting in the nx.json file and switch to a local runner. You can also uninstall Nx Cloud easily with a command.

The LangChain Ecosystem Is Expanding At A Tremendous Pace

Cobus Greyling on LLMs, NLU, NLP, chatbots & voicebots • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 23
🕹 Technology AI Software Development Tools Innovation
  1. LangChain is quickly becoming the go-to tool for developing applications using large language models (LLMs). It helps makers implement and experiment with new ideas effectively.
  2. The LangChain ecosystem now includes separate packages for different functionalities, making it easier to use and extend. These include specific tools for chains, agents, and community integrations.
  3. LangSmith offers a way to monitor and manage LLM applications, which is crucial for understanding performance and usage. This tool helps developers keep track of important metrics like costs and model accuracy.

Your ✅ Monday briefing: Wishing you a happy and relaxing summer

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🕹 Technology AI Media Tools Business Ethics
  1. The Wadds Inc. newsletter is taking a summer break and will return on September 4. It's a good time to relax and enjoy the season!
  2. NME is going back to print because of the renewed interest in vinyl and retro vibes, showing that old-school media still has a place today.
  3. Gen Z prefers social media, especially Instagram, for news instead of traditional media. This marks a big shift in how younger people get their information.

✅ Monday briefing: AI in PR, future skills, Coke adopts AI, PR education survey, broken news cycles, turnip for Brexit, Citizens Advice, Google misdirection, Artifact sign-up, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Media Public Relations Tools Management
  1. AI is changing public relations in big ways, and it can be both helpful and harmful. It's important to be aware of how it can create misinformation.
  2. Companies like Coca-Cola are starting to use AI for marketing, showing that businesses are becoming more tech-savvy. However, some organizations like JP Morgan are blocking AI tools for safety reasons.
  3. There is a growing need for skills like fact-checking and critical thinking. As misinformation spreads, being able to separate fact from fiction is becoming really important.

✅ Monday briefing: Pitch response rates, carbon reporting, industry reset, Edelman report, media monitoring tool, brand traffic search impact, community tools, and more...

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 08 Nov 21
💼 Business Media Industry Research Tools Social media
  1. Journalists are opening fewer media pitches now, with open rates dropping to 28% this year. This shows that it’s getting harder to get noticed in the media.
  2. Companies are being pushed to report their carbon footprints, which aims for more accountability in their climate commitments. This is important for businesses to be transparent about their environmental impact.
  3. Facebook is changing its approach to facial recognition, deciding not to use it anymore. This decision comes after concerns about ethics and privacy in AI technology.