Optimising memory use in Python - practical strategies for efficient coding
Why memory management matters and how Python developers can use generators and scoped variables to improve performance.
Enhancing code efficiency and readability in code development
How to set up a CKAN environment using Docker with Solr schema configuration
Setting up CKAN in a Docker environment can sometimes require some additional troubleshooting, particularly when working with Solr for search functionality. In this article, we’ll walk through how to set up CKAN 2.11 in a Docker environment with a specific focus on resolving issues related to Solr schema configuration.
Prerequisites
Before we start, ensure that you have the following installed on your system:
- Docker
- Docker Compose
Understanding and executing common Linux commands for CKAN administration
In this article, we will walk through a series of common Linux commands used for managing CKAN instances on an Ubuntu server with Nginx. We'll cover a variety of actions, explaining each command and its purpose. Whether you’re maintaining a CKAN instance, performing updates, or troubleshooting, this guide will help you understand the underlying operations.
The run through
Installing MySQL Workbench using an elevated command prompt on Windows
Installing software on a Windows machine can sometimes require elevated privileges, especially when making changes to system-wide settings or configurations. One example is the MySQL Workbench, a widely-used tool for managing MySQL databases. In this article, we’ll walk through how to install MySQL Workbench using an elevated command prompt, rather than installing it directly through the graphical interface.
Managing app versioning in Android Studio - simplifying versionCode, versionName, and versionNameSuffix
Versioning is an important aspect of any mobile app development process. In Android, this is handled through versionCode and versionName, which allow you to define the current state of your app for users and the Play Store. But where exactly should these be managed, and how can you ensure they propagate correctly across your project? This article covers the essentials of managing app versioning in Android Studio, using the build.gradle file.
Counting term occurrences in JSON arrays using regex in VS Code
Working on a project where the JSON dataset contains over 460,000 named records, we are preparing to upsert these records into Pinecone. However, for validation and testing purposes, it's essential to cross-check how many times a specific term appears across the dataset. To ensure data integrity, we only want to include one record per occurrence, regardless of whether the term appears once or multiple times within a record.
How to search for specific 'SBT' occurrences in VS Code using regular expressions
If you're working with a large codebase in Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and need to find specific occurrences of a term, but only when it's a standalone word possibly surrounded by spaces or parentheses, regular expressions (regex) are your best friend. This guide will walk you through the steps to efficiently search for these instances, I'll be searching for the term 'SBT' and ensuring you don't pick up unwanted matches like `'ADSBTCR'` or `'SBT123'`.
Enforcing HTTPS on an Nginx server: a step-by-step guide
In today's security-conscious world, enforcing HTTPS on your web applications is no longer optional—it's essential. Whether you're dealing with government reports or routine security audits, failing to enforce HTTPS can trigger warnings that leave you scrambling for a solution.
Navigating Docker and PHP with PECL: Trials, errors, and the eventual solution
Working with Docker can be a rewarding but occasionally frustrating experience, especially when dealing with development libraries and extensions that rely on external repositories. In this article, I’ll walk you through the trials and errors I encountered while setting up PECL and APCu in a PHP 8.2 Docker container. The process was full of lessons, dead ends, and ultimately, a working solution.