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When to use Arrays and Vectors in Rust — Array[] vs Vectors<>
Backend

When to use Arrays and Vectors in Rust — Array[] vs Vectors<>

This article is not about Data Structures in general so I won’t go into details, but all you have to know is Dynamic arrays are simply static arrays with a bunch of wrappers to handle fluidity, in rust this wrapper is called a Vector.

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Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi

1/30/2025

GraphQL vs REST in Backend Development
Backend

GraphQL vs REST in Backend Development

To understand what REST and GraphQL are, we would have to dive into the world of APIs which stands for Application Programming Interfaces.

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Amanda Ene Adoyi

1/21/2025

5 Advanced Backend Projects That Impress Interviewers
Backend
10 min read

5 Advanced Backend Projects That Impress Interviewers

Five backend projects with a real design constraint in each: a ledger that must balance, media that must stream, entitlements that expire, a catalogue that must stay searchable, and 2 buyers reaching for the same item. What to build and how to present it.

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Solomon Eseme

9/15/2026

Spring Core vs. Spring Boot: Everything You Need to Know
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Spring Core vs. Spring Boot: Everything You Need to Know

Spring Core and Spring Boot are key components of the Spring Framework. While Spring Core provides the foundational tools for Java application development, Spring Boot simplifies the process by offering pre-configured setups. Understanding their differences helps developers choose the right tool for building efficient, scalable, and modern applications.

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Ayush Shrivastava

1/16/2025

#[cfg]  Conditional Compilation in Rust
Rust

#[cfg] Conditional Compilation in Rust

Well if you are wondering how I can target each operating system, sit back as I explain the wonders of conditional compilation and how it is done in Rust.

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Ugochukwu Chizaram Omumusinachi

1/16/2025

What are Microservices?
Backend

What are Microservices?

Microservices are an architectural style where a large, complex application is broken down into smaller, independent services that communicate with each other through APIs. Each service is responsible for a specific business capability or function, and they work together to form the overall system.

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Solomon Eseme

9/5/2024

Top 5 Best Backend Bootcamps and Why (2024)
Backend

Top 5 Best Backend Bootcamps and Why (2024)

With numerous options, finding a coding and backend developer bootcamp offering a comprehensive curriculum, experienced instructors, and strong career support is essential. Here are the top 5 best backend developers and coding bootcamps and why they stand out.

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Solomon Eseme

6/7/2024

Building a Fintech Product: Handful Security Tips (Part 1)
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Building a Fintech Product: Handful Security Tips (Part 1)

This series is not exhaustive but represents a sample from research, personal experiences, and interviews with developers who have built financial systems. Some developers have to learn the hard way, and you don’t want to learn the hard way.

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Eric McWinNEr

3/8/2024

What is a Mobile Proxy: Tips for Beginners
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What is a Mobile Proxy: Tips for Beginners

You may have heard about the benefits of using proxies to enhance your browsing experience, and this article aims to provide you with a better understanding of mobile proxies.

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Solomon Eseme

2/13/2024

Importance of Data Analytics in Digital Marketing
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Importance of Data Analytics in Digital Marketing

In today's fast-evolving digital landscape, the role of data analytics in shaping strategies cannot be overstated. From entrepreneurs to established businesses, the insights from data analytics are crucial in enhancing decision-making processes.

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Anonymous

1/15/2024

Axum Framework: The Ultimate Guide
Backend
5 min read

Axum Framework: The Ultimate Guide

Axum is a Rust web framework from the Tokio team where handlers are ordinary async functions and request parsing is handled by typed extractors. This guide covers what makes it different, when to choose it, and when to reach for something else.

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Solomon Eseme

9/6/2026

Rocket: The Ultimate Guide (2023)
Rust

Rocket: The Ultimate Guide (2023)

This is the most comprehensive tutorial on the Rocket framework online.In this Rocket tutorial, you will learn Rocket from scratch to an advanced level.You will learn how to build and deploy your first Rocket app.

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Solomon Eseme

8/17/2026

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