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Apple, Lawsuit & the innovative web

Power Platform News • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Web Operating System App Store Monopolies
  1. Apple's control over the iOS ecosystem has hindered web app functionality and led to the need for native apps for certain features like push notifications and file system access.
  2. Apple's restrictions prevent the publishing of complex Power Apps as SuperApps in the App Store, limiting innovation in app development.
  3. Apple's 30% cut on App Store purchases hinders ecommerce on iOS and discourages developers from creating more consumer-friendly third-party app stores.

Bad Life Advice: Never Give Up - Replay Attacks Against HTTPS

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 08 Dec 15
🕹 Technology Security Web Cybersecurity Networking
  1. Self-help advice of 'Never Give Up' can sometimes lead to vulnerabilities like replay attacks against HTTPS.
  2. Browsers like Chrome automatically retry failed requests, creating an opportunity for attacks by duplicating and replaying HTTPS traffic.
  3. TLS may protect against replay attacks, but there can still be mismatches between what it promises and what is actually deployed, requiring additional server defenses.

Javascript Crypto Is Useful

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jun 14
🕹 Technology Crypto Security Programming Web Applications
  1. Javascript crypto can help solve problems, but can be tricky due to lack of types and permissive run-times. It's important to validate input, minimize type conversions, use typed arrays, and employ Google Closure for type checking.
  2. Javascript crypto has various useful applications like building crypto clients, avoiding PCI DSS scope for credit card processing, securing data against leaks, and reducing latency through code caching with digital signatures.
  3. Despite its challenges, programming crypto in Javascript is feasible and has gained support from notable organizations like Stanford, Google, Microsoft, and W3C.

Một phương pháp chống DDoS bằng xFlash

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 17 Jul 07
🕹 Technology Security Web Programming Networking
  1. The way browsers handle HTML forms with enctype="multipart/form-data" and enctype="application/x-www-form-urlencoded" is different. This difference is key to detecting POST requests from Flash, which cannot send requests in the "multipart/form-data" format.
  2. By automatically setting all HTML forms to enctype="multipart/form-data" through a reverse proxy with an Apache output filter module, one can detect and protect against DDoS attacks from Flash.
  3. While this method can limit the impact of existing xFlash attacks, it may not be a permanent solution. Avoiding Flash altogether or focusing on overall DDoS defense strategies like infrastructure investment and system optimization is crucial.

Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 0 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI Software Web Data Trends
  1. Stack Overflow is facing a tough choice about using generative AI technology. They first rejected it but now see users leaving the platform.
  2. The number of visitors to Stack Overflow has dropped significantly since ChatGPT was released. There was a 12% decrease in website visits, indicating a loss of interest.
  3. It's a challenge for Stack Overflow to balance traditional Q&A with new AI tools. They need to adapt to keep their users engaged.
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Neurelo Engineering’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 26 Sep 24
🕹 Technology Software Engineering Innovation Digital Web
  1. Neurelo Engineering is launching a Substack newsletter soon. You can subscribe to get updates and insights.
  2. The newsletter seems focused on topics related to engineering and technology. It will likely share interesting articles and information.
  3. There's a strong emphasis on sharing and community engagement. People will be encouraged to share posts and connect with others.

Integrating OpenAI with a Spring Boot Application Using Spring AI

Curious Devs Corner • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jul 24
🕹 Technology AI Programming Software Development Web
  1. Spring AI makes it easier to add AI features to your applications. It provides tools and support for using AI models in your software.
  2. You can create an AI language assistant to help students practice a foreign language. The AI can generate fun scenarios and stories to keep the practice interesting.
  3. To get started, you need to set up your project with specific dependencies and an OpenAI API key. This will allow your application to interact with the OpenAI services.

Key Updates in PHP 8.4

Weekly PHP • 0 implied HN points • 08 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Programming Software Development Web Tools
  1. PHP 8.4 will introduce new features that help developers code faster and more easily. These updates are focused on improving performance and enhancing the developer experience.
  2. Learning about SPL data structures can make your PHP code more efficient and easy to read. There are seven important structures that you should know for better coding practices.
  3. Understanding how to work with PHP object-oriented features like getters, setters, and readonly classes can lead to cleaner and safer code. This knowledge is key for maintaining good coding standards.

HN blogs - 25/10/24

HackerNews blogs newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 26 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Software Development AI Web Engineering
  1. Before buying a domain, make sure it's not haunted. This might sound weird, but checking the history of a domain can save you from future headaches.
  2. There are many tools today for developers, like Copilot and Cursor. It's good to compare them to find which one works best for your needs.
  3. Improving the experience for new Django developers is important. Making things easier for beginners can encourage more people to learn and use Django.

HN blogs - 18/10/24

HackerNews blogs newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 19 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Software Programming Development Tools Web
  1. Good code comments are really important. They help others understand your thought process and make the code easier to work with.
  2. Choosing the right tools for coding can make a big difference. Sometimes, it's worth paying for tools that save you time and improve your work.
  3. Using your calendar as a to-do list can help you manage your time better. It keeps your tasks organized and helps you stay on top of your schedule.

Javascript: Not Everywhere

inelegant puzzles • 0 implied HN points • 23 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Programming Software Development Web Languages
  1. Having just one programming language for both client and server can lead to confusion. Each environment is different, which can cause tricky bugs that are not related to syntax.
  2. Using different languages for front-end and back-end helps clarify where problems are happening. If you see PHP in your code, you know it's server-side, which makes organization easier.
  3. Learning multiple languages is not too hard for beginners and helps them understand programming better. Different languages often bring their own strengths, like better frameworks or performance.

useEffectEvent

Andrew's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Software Development Programming Web Frameworks
  1. The 'useEffectEvent' hook lets you use values in an effect without causing the effect to rerun when those values change. This helps keep your code clean.
  2. You can currently manage values with refs or by excluding them from the dependency array, but both ways can be clunky or raise warnings.
  3. Using 'useEffectEvent' simplifies handling non-reactive values, making your code easier to read and maintain.

Trying Is a Way to Learn How an API Works

The API Changelog • 0 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
🕹 Technology APIs Software Development Programming Web
  1. Trying out an API rather than just reading about it helps you learn faster. You get to interact with it and see how it works in real-time.
  2. A safe space, like a sandbox, is essential when experimenting with APIs. This way, you can play around without affecting real data or making costly mistakes.
  3. Having tools like browser-based clients or simple forms makes it easier for users to test APIs. It encourages more people to try your API, which is crucial for attracting new users.