The TechBeat: Mastering the Art of Load Testing for Web Applications (12/1/2023)

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Mastering the Art of Load Testing for Web Applications

By @mariarogova [ 7 Min read ] Mastering load testing for web apps takes understanding the basics, the process, tools, best practices, common pitfalls, and future trends. So, let's dive Read More.

Learning the Ins and Outs of Zero-Knowledge (ZK) Proofs

By @dailyabay [ 2 Min read ] Everything one needs to know about the cutting-edge cryptographic concept known as Zero Knowledge. Read More.

Scaling PostgreSQL: How We Tamed 10 Billion Daily Records and 350 TB+ of Data

By @timescale [ 18 Min read ] Read how we used Timescale to scale a 350 TB+ PostgreSQL database to build Insights, our new database observability tool. Read More.

Vurse: Revolutionizing Social Media through Blockchain-Powered Creativity

By @ishanpandey [ 7 Min read ] Discover the Social Media Revolution with Meta and TikTok, but challenges persist. Enter Vurse: a Dubai-based platform redefining user interaction, creativity, Read More.

Spotify Wrapped Hack: Create Your Own Stats Before the Official Release

By @lukaskrimphove [ 5 Min read ] Use your streaming history to generate your own Spotify streaming stats like most listened-to songs, artists, and albums. Read More.

Not All Deepfake Detectors Are Created Equal

By @sumsub [ 11 Min read ] Sumsub's engineers reveal that most state-of-the-art deepfake detectors falter in real-world scenarios and are vulnerable to even basic fraudster tactics. Read More.

Elon Musk Shares Letter by Ex OpenAI Staff Accusing Sam Altman of "Dishonesty & Manipulation"

By @newsbyte [ 4 Min read ] Uncover a leaked letter by ex-OpenAI employees detailing urgent concerns about alleged misconduct and ethical lapses within the organization. Read More.

How to Optimize Your Web3 DevOps with User Feedback Forms

By @johnjvester [ 6 Min read ] Allowing your users to provide feedback to the entire team can drive innovation. See how Form xChange can foster successful Web3 DevOps adoption. Read More.

Hiring Is a Bloody Funnel—The Whole World Is

By @cheremovsky [ 3 Min read ] Discover the game-changing funnel approach to recruitment in this insightful guide. Learn from a seasoned CEO how to funnel top talent directly into your team. Read More.

The First 100: Proven Tactics From Stripe, Zapier & Convertkit That Get You the Users You Want

By @alexanderisora [ 5 Min read ] Let's see how successful SaaS companies found their first 100 users. Read More.

My Journey as a Solidity Developer

By @alcueca [ 7 Min read ] Many have asked about how they might follow a similar path. While there isn't a particular resource or secret to success, there's a pattern that you can follow Read More.

A New Chapter in Crypto Governance: CAGA Crypto’s Integration Into Centralized Exchanges

By @ascend [ 2 Min read ] CAGA Crypto (CAGA), a pioneering force in the realm of decentralized governance and crypto innovation, is proud to announce its landmark integration Read More.

The World Is Ready for a New Type of Operating System

By @metapunk [ 11 Min read ] AI and the space industry point the way forward to rethink how we view operating systems. Can we free ourselves and redesign from the ground up? Read More.

How to Use Versatile Data Kit to Turn Your Jupyter Notebooks Into Scalable & Reliable Data Pipelines

By @astrodevil [ 6 Min read ] Versatile Data Kit is a framework that simplifies data ingestion and data processing when using Jupyter Notebook. Here's how to use it. Read More.

Architecting a Robust Vector Embedding Creation System for PostgreSQL Data

By @timescale [ 16 Min read ] Explore the groundbreaking PgVectorizer, a resilient system for creating and managing vector embeddings in PostgreSQL tables. Read More.

The Achilles' Heel of Blockchain: How Validators Became the Target of a Billion-Dollar Threat

By @mkaufmann [ 5 Min read ] Looking at how blockchain validators exploited in billion-dollar security threat. Read More.

Elon Musk's Trajectory As a Stochastic Vector in Four Space

By @bobnoxious [ 162 Min read ] a bibliography of URL links about Elon Musk that appeared on the Microsoft Start page of the Windows 10 Edge Web Browser. Read More.

Breaking Free From Going Solo: Learning to Collaborate on API Development with Postman

By @alvinslee [ 8 Min read ] Many API developers are familiar with Postman. Though I use it extensively for solo dev work, Postman brings a lot to the table for team API development. Read More.

Maria Carola, CEO of StealthEX: “We Gotta Make Sure the Core Values Stay Strong As We Build Bridges”

By @adam-stieb [ 3 Min read ] Dive into Maria Carola's profound insights on crypto ETFs, AI's impact, and the essence of decentralization in the evolving crypto landscape. Read More.

The Bitcoin Halvening: A Deflationary Cycle & Price Catalyst

By @ulriklykke [ 5 Min read ] Bitcoin's halving, scarcity, and price impact. Learn how it mirrors 'digital gold' and affects investment strategies. Read More. 🧑‍💻 What happened in your world this week? It's been said that writing can help consolidate technical knowledge, establish credibility, and contribute to emerging community standards. Feeling stuck? We got you covered ⬇️⬇️⬇️ ANSWER THESE GREATEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS OF ALL TIME We hope you enjoy this worth of free reading material. Feel free to forward this email to a nerdy friend who'll love you for it. See you on Planet Internet! With love, The Hacker Noon Team ✌️