Multithreaded Python: Slithering Through an I/O Bottleneck
I recently developed a project that I called Hydra: a multithreaded link checker written in Python. Unlike many Python site crawlers I found while researching,
Computing
Breaking Bottlenecks: Unblock Your Processes and Do the Thing Faster
I recently gave a lecture on the benefits of building non-blocking processes. This is a write-up of the full talk, minus any “ums” that may
Bash and Shell Expansions: Lazy List-Making
It’s that time of year again! When stores start putting up colorful sparkly lit-up plastic bits, we all begin to feel a little festive,
Secure Application Architecture Basics: Separation, Configuration, and Access
Software developers today are encouraged to focus on building, and that’s a great thing. There’s the benefit of maker culture, an attitude of
Git Commit Practices Your Future Self Will Thank You For
A history of clean commits can be evidence of a lot of things: attention to detail, good work ethic, and genuine investment in the project.