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Croatia as a Home to Top Software Development CompaniesIva P.5 min readNov 13, 2024Learn why more Western companies are choosing Croatia for software development. Discover how this growing tech hub offers skilled developers, competitive pricing, and a business-friendly environment that make it an attractive choice for high-qua...
Croatia as a Home to Top Software Development Companies
How to Create a GraphQL API With Ruby on Rails
Technology
Juraj S.6 min readMar 10, 2023
How to Create a GraphQL API With Ruby on RailsWhy learn to use GraphQL? This blog introduces widely used patterns and best practices while covering objects, queries, and mutations. Get an overview of the core concepts of GraphQL and learn how to create a working GraphQL API project using Ruby on Rails.
Why Stick to Ruby Despite the Alleged Popularity Drop?
Technology
Krešimir Č.Martin M.9 min readFeb 10, 2023
Why Stick to Ruby Despite the Alleged Popularity Drop?Due to the drop in the popularity of Ruby on Rails, some developers are considering abandoning it. On the other hand, some young developers think it isn’t even worth learning. Find out why Ruby on Rails is still a good choice and why you should consider learning it.
HTTP Status Codes Cheat Sheet
Technology
Stefan M.5 min readJan 13, 2023
HTTP Status Codes Cheat SheetStumbling across certain errors containing a number can happen while browsing the web. Those numbers are HTTP status codes, indicating the type of HTTP error the user faces. This post helps developers understand which HTTP codes are standard responses on which endpoint type.
How to Optimize Images for Web Without Losing Quality?
Technology
Max L.7 min readDec 16, 2022
How to Optimize Images for Web Without Losing Quality?Choosing the proper image format can significantly improve your website's performance and overall user experience. That's why it's important to understand image formats and how to use and optimize them to enhance your website performance.
ADR - the Alternative to Mainstream Architectures
Technology
Manuela T.8 min readNov 11, 2022
ADR - the Alternative to Mainstream ArchitecturesADR is based upon existing concepts of MVC, so we cannot say it’s an entirely new architecture. But, we can take it up as an improvement in some aspects when compared to MVC. Learn the difference between MVC and ADR architecture, as well as the benefits of using ADR and when to use it.
How and Why to Host Your Sitemaps Inside an AWS S3 Bucket?
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Juraj S.5 min readJul 15, 2022
How and Why to Host Your Sitemaps Inside an AWS S3 Bucket?Creating a nice website with interesting content is not enough to reach a wide audience. That’s where SEO comes into place, and having an up-to-date sitemap is the thing you should focus on. At Devōt, we host our sitemaps inside the AWS S3 bucket – so if you want to choose that route, here is what you need to know.
How to Implement Sign In With Microsoft Using the Office 365 OmniAuth Strategy With Rails 7
Technology
Karlo A.6 min readMay 13, 2022
How to Implement Sign In With Microsoft Using the Office 365 OmniAuth Strategy With Rails 7Learn how to create a fully working “Sign in with Microsoft” authorization button, which functions exactly the same way as the ones that we see everywhere online. After you learn this, you will have no issues implementing other OmniAuth strategies on your own. In just three steps, you will be able to make your life easier.
How to Install Unsupported Development Software on M1 Macs
Technology
Marko M.4 min readApr 8, 2022
How to Install Unsupported Development Software on M1 MacsFrom the new release in November 2020, Apple released the first Mac with an ARM-based M1 chip. The M1 chip marks Apple's transition from Intel chips that have been used for the last 15 years. If you are worried about transitioning your existing project from your Intel-based Mac, this blog could make your transition easier.
Regression Test Coverage - Your Product’s Quality Depends on It
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Leo C.5 min readNov 26, 2021
Regression Test Coverage - Your Product’s Quality Depends on ItWe can all agree on one rule – the most important thing is that the bugs are detected and resolved before the project delivery. The best way to prevent problems with introducing new code is to perform regression tests. What exactly are they?
Rails vs. Sinatra - Use the Right Tool for the Job
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Manuela T.5 min readNov 12, 2021
Rails vs. Sinatra - Use the Right Tool for the JobHow to decide which framework to use for a specific situation, Rails or Sinatra? The answer lies in complexity and project size. Think of it this way: even though you could, you will not stir your stew with a hammer; you will use a cooking spatula.
What Does a Secure Password Even Mean? Password Security and Encryption – What You Need to Know
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Dominik M.8 min readOct 29, 2021
What Does a Secure Password Even Mean? Password Security and Encryption – What You Need to KnowSecuring passwords is a must for developers at all levels. How to create a safe password and add an additional layer of security to your password? Learn more on hashing and encrypting your password.