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“Zanaatkâr” Olmak Neden Şüpheli Bir Kimlik? Dan North’un 15 Ocak 2011 tarihli blog yazısı “On Craftsmanship”, yazılım dünyasında giderek popülerleşen “software craftsmanship” (yazılım zanaatkârlığı) akımına yönelik oldukça eleştirel ve düşündürücü bir bakış sunuyor. Yazısının ilk cümlesinde şöyle diyor: “Bu yazıyı uzun süredir yazmayı düşünüyordum, çünkü craftsmanship hareketiyle ilgili bir şey […]
Yazılım geliştirme sürecinde, teknik borç (technical debt), projelerin sürdürülebilirliği ve ekip verimliliği üzerinde önemli etkilere sahip olabilir. HackerNoon’da yayımlanan bir makaleye göre, teknik borç üç ana kategoriye ayrılabilir: bilinçli borç, kazara/eskimiş tasarım borcu ve bit rot (bozulma) borcu. Bu yazıda, her bir borç türünü ve bunları yönetme stratejilerini ele alacağız.(hackernoon.com) […]
“JavaBeans” are called beans because:
Ocak.2023 Açık kaynak dünyasının en köklü kuruluşlarından biri olan Apache Yazılım Vakfı (ASF, Apache Software Foundation), son dönemde ismi nedeniyle Amerikan Yerlisi aktivistlerin eleştirileriyle karşılaşıyor. Aktivistler, vakfın adında yer alan “Apache” kelimesinin, Amerikan Yerlisi kültürünü ve tarihini ticarileştirdiğini ve sömürgeleştirici bir yaklaşımı desteklediğini savunuyor. Apache İsim Tartışması Apache Yazılım Vakfı, […]
Non-English-based programming languages are programming languages that do not use keywords taken from or inspired by English vocabulary. The prevalence of English in programming languages is significant. According to the HOPL online database of languages, out of the 8,500+ programming languages recorded, roughly 2,400 of them were developed in the […]
In the dynamic world of software development, maintaining a productive and positive team dynamic is as crucial as the code itself. The “Ten Commandments of Egoless Programming,” introduced in Jerry Weinberg’s seminal book “The Psychology of Computer Programming,” offers timeless guidance for developers seeking to cultivate a collaborative and ego-free […]
The article “Rekindling the Thrill of Programming” by Matthew Tyson, published on CIO.com, delves into the extraordinary nature of software programming and how reflecting on its remarkable history can reignite the sense of wonder in this field. Tyson draws parallels between the evolution of human achievements, like flight and automobiles, […]
Oracle does not own the name “JavaScript.” The name “JavaScript” is a trademark of Oracle Corporation, but the history behind this is a bit convoluted. Netscape originally developed JavaScript and was initially called “Mocha.” It was later renamed to “LiveScript” and finally to “JavaScript” when it was officially released with […]
The ubiquity of English in the realm of programming languages is undeniable. From the early days of computing, many foundational and widely used programming languages have been developed with English-based keywords and syntax. But how does this dominance affect non-English-speaking developers? Let’s delve into the implications and the challenges faced […]
Introducing kids to programming early can help develop their problem-solving skills, creativity, and logical thinking. Here are ten programming languages that are suitable for kids based on their simplicity, visual nature, and interactive capabilities: When choosing a programming language for kids, it’s essential to consider their interests and age. Visual-based […]