Tim Santeford 
When building web applications, caching can be a critical tool in improving performance. Whether you’re aiming to reduce server load or speed up content delivery, caching is essential. However, there are times when you need precise control over how responses are cached, especially in ASP.NET Core. Maybe you want to ensure sensitive data isn’t cached
One of the powerful features of Next.js 14 is its ability to blend client and server components seamlessly. As I’ve been working with Next.js 14, I’ve encountered scenarios where sorting data on a page based on user input becomes necessary. In particular, if you’re building a grid-based UI and want to allow users to sort
As a developer working with cloud solutions, picking the right data storage option can be a game-changer. One of the most common data storage needs is a key-value store, which is both simple and highly versatile. Azure provides a wide array of key-value storage solutions, but selecting the best one for your project depends on
While working on a complex project with multiple services defined in a docker-compose.yml file, you might often find yourself needing to rebuild and restart just one container without disrupting the others. Docker Compose makes this task straightforward, allowing you to keep your workflow smooth and uninterrupted. In this post, I’ll share a step-by-step guide on
Why Use OCR and Tesseract.js? OCR, or Optical Character Recognition, is an invaluable technology for converting images containing text into machine-readable data. Tesseract.js, a JavaScript port of the renowned Tesseract OCR engine, brings this capability directly into your web and Node.js applications without requiring a backend server. It’s particularly useful for tasks like digitizing printed
Web scraping is a powerful tool for extracting information from websites. Whether you need to collect data for a project, monitor prices, or gather competitive intelligence, scraping can save you a lot of time and effort. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to use TypeScript and Puppeteer to scrape web pages after they
When managing database schemas, ensuring smooth migrations can be a daunting task, especially when dealing with remote databases. As a software engineer, I’ve found Flyway to be an invaluable tool in automating and managing these migrations. In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the process of using Flyway to run migrations on a remote
When working with ESLint, you might encounter an error message that reads: [boundaries]: Please provide element types using the ‘boundaries/elements’ setting. This issue typically arises after integrating the plugin:boundaries/recommended configuration, which is used to enforce architectural boundaries in your codebase. While this plugin is powerful for maintaining a clean architecture, it can be tricky to
As a TypeScript enthusiast, I’ve always sought tools that enhance my productivity while ensuring type safety. Prisma, a modern ORM for Node.js and TypeScript, has become one of my go-to tools for database management. In this post, I’ll walk you through setting up and using Prisma in your TypeScript projects, covering everything from schema definition
ESLint is essential for keeping your code clean and consistent, but sometimes you need to temporarily bypass or disable certain rules. Here’s how you can disable ESLint rules in different ways while keeping your code as maintainable as possible. Disabling ESLint Rules for Specific Lines Often, you might only want to disable a rule for
When it comes to building robust and scalable applications with TypeScript, choosing the right Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) tool is crucial. With a myriad of options available, each offering unique features and benefits, making an informed choice can significantly impact your project’s success. In this post, I will guide you through some of the top TypeScript
Working with Bull Queue in Node.js has been a game-changer for me when handling jobs and message queues efficiently. One of the most powerful features Bull Queue offers is the ability to send logs and status updates back to jobs. In this post, I’ll walk you through how I leverage these features to maintain clear