POST-MORTEM: THE BLACK SUNDAY CATASTROPHE TIMESTAMP: 2024-05-19 04:12:09 UTC INCIDENT DURATION: 72 Hours, 14 Minutes STATUS: Partially Restored / Total Mental Collapse OPERATOR: Senior SRE (Employee #402, currently fueled by spite and expired Ibuprofen) 1. Summary of the Carnage At 04:00 UTC on Sunday, while the rest of the world was sleeping or having a … Read more
TIMESTAMP: 03:14 AM. The pagers started screaming, and that’s when I realized nobody in this building actually knows what is devops. My eyes are vibrating. I’ve been awake for forty-eight hours, fueled by lukewarm espresso and the bitter realization that our “cloud-native” architecture is actually just three raccoons in a trench coat holding a soldering … Read more
Python 3.13 brings many new features, performance improvements, and bug fixes, making it a desirable upgrade for developers. However, upgrading Python on Ubuntu, especially on long-term support (LTS) versions like 20.04 and 22.04, requires careful steps to avoid breaking system dependencies. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of upgrade to Python … Read more
In today’s fast-paced world of cloud-native development, microservices architecture has become the standard for building scalable and maintainable applications. Managing these microservices on Kubernetes can be complex, but with Argo CD, you can simplify deployment and continuous delivery through a GitOps approach. This guide will walk you through the process of installing and configuring Argo … Read more
In today’s fast-paced development landscape, microservices architecture has become a go-to approach for building scalable and maintainable applications. However, deploying a microservices-based application can be complex, especially when considering factors like scalability, orchestration, and resilience. Kubernetes, an open-source container orchestration platform, has emerged as the preferred choice for managing microservices in production environments. In this … Read more
In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing, serverless architecture has emerged as a transformative approach that is reshaping how applications are developed and deployed. As businesses increasingly seek agility, scalability, and cost efficiency, serverless computing offers a compelling solution that addresses these needs while simplifying the development process. In this blog post, we’ll explore the … Read more
In the world of mobile app development, creating interactive and user-friendly maps is a common requirement. If you’re looking to add custom pins to OpenStreetMap in your Android application, you’re in the right place. In this blog, we’ll delve into the process of enhancing your Android app with custom pins on an OpenStreetMap and provide … Read more
In mobile apps, maps and routes are essential. Learn how to calculate distances and make routes using OpenStreetMap API in Android app. Getting Started with OpenStreetMap API in Android OpenStreetMap (OSM) is a free map project. It helps your Android app with maps and routes. To get started, you need to sign up for an … Read more
In today’s rapidly evolving world of mobile app development, location-based services have become a crucial component of many applications. One powerful tool at the disposal of Android developers is geofencing. In this blog, we will explore the Android geofencing implementation, from understanding the basics to the step-by-step process of integrating geofencing into your Android app. … Read more
Android Runtime Permissions in any application are crucial for ensuring user privacy and security. To create a trustworthy app, you need to request and manage permissions properly. In this blog post, we’ll explore Android’s runtime permission model, which allows you to request and handle permissions dynamically in your app. Understanding Android Runtime Permissions Android apps … Read more