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, Hydra uses only standard libraries, with no external dependencies like BeautifulSoup. It’s intended to be run as part of a CI/CD process, so
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 have occurred. I’ve been helping out a group called the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). They’re a non-profit foundation that produces some
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, and by festive I mean let’s go shopping. Specifically, holiday gift shopping! (Gifts for yourself are still gifts, technically.) Just so this doesn’t
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 “always be shipping,” open source collaboration, and a bevy of apps that help you prioritize and execute with maximum efficiency. It’s in an environment
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. What do your Git commits say about you? Here’s how you can create and maintain a clean and orderly Git commit history using message
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