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When to use functional programming languages and techniques

May 21, 2013 10:30am PDT

If a project requires lots of concurrency/parallelism, its own language, or lots of math, you should think functional programming.

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Demand for SQL and C# skills fuels UK job surge

May 21, 2013 7:23am PDT

The number of permanent IT jobs on the market in the UK in the first quarter of 2013 increased for the fourth year in a row.

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Reverse engineering your .NET applications

May 18, 2013 6:30am PDT

The .NET Framework makes it easy to reverse engineer an existing application. Discover what techniques to use to deter prying eyes from deconstructing your code.

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Streamline CSS development with LESS

May 16, 2013 9:07am PDT

LESS is a dynamic stylesheet language that extends standard CSS. The result is leaner code that is easier to maintain.

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Get a handy (code-friendly) text editor for your Android tablet

May 7, 2013 10:06am PDT

Find out why Jack Wallen thinks that DroidEdit is a great tool for any developer or admin who needs to troubleshoot code on the go.

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Security tips for application developers

May 6, 2013 12:45pm PDT

This post was originally published in the Software Engineering Blog in July 2012. WhiteHat Security recently published its 2012 Website Statistics Report (PDF), which gives a broad view of the...

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Experiment with CSS3 Exclusions and Shapes module

May 2, 2013 8:34am PDT

The CSS Exclusions module is still in the experimental phase, but you can start learning about it and playing with the code now.

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Put vector graphics in your Web pages with Pygal

April 25, 2013 11:45am PDT

Pygal is an open source program that allows you to create vector graphics for your website. Here is how to install it.

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Creating common web design icons with CSS: The NavIcon

April 24, 2013 12:44pm PDT

The NavIcon, an instantly recognizable menu icon in web design, is one of many. You can create this one and others with pure CSS.

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Expand your utility belt with Underscore.js

April 24, 2013 11:07am PDT

The JavaScript library Underscore.js streamlines tasks and allows you to do more with fewer lines of code. Get a sense of what you can do with some of its 60+ functions.

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Try the lightweight CSS Slideshow System for your next presentation

April 23, 2013 11:43am PDT

The CSS Slideshow System, or CSSS, is a simple, lightweight presentation program featuring keyboard navigation. Take a look under the hood and learn how you can use it.

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How to use the CSS clip and mask properties

April 16, 2013 9:49am PDT

In this overview of the CSS clip and mask properties, Ryan Boudreaux shows you how to use them with examples of code and basic syntax.

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Embrace the JSON standard in your C# code

April 16, 2013 7:16am PDT

Looking for a leaner approach than XML for formatting and sending data? Then give JSON and even Json.NET, a tool for working with JSON data within C#, a try.

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Get into the CSS Flow: Code snippets you can use

April 8, 2013 6:00am PDT

Ryan Boudreaux recommends a web developer resource that features open source code snippets using HTML 5, CSS3, and Sass for UI elements, kits and widgets.

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Build powerful web interfaces with Bootstrap

April 1, 2013 9:32am PDT

Bootstrap provides developers and designers with a straightforward way to create web interfaces. Here's how to use the open source framework's design features.

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Does your website need a browser diet?

March 26, 2013 9:00am PDT

Ryan Boudreaux reviews guidelines and resources for front end performance design. Applying these principles will help get rid of your website's browser bloat.

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