Liz Keogh: "RIP As a… I want… So that…" As devs, all we have are those narratives – the “As a <role>, I want <a feature>, so that <some benefit achieved>”. So we need to work out which of the benefits add up to the value we're aiming for. That helps us work out which … Continue reading BDD: putting values before roles
Virtual machines and time drift
VMWare: "Timekeeping in VMWare Virtual Machines" Because virtual machines work by time-sharing host physical hardware, they cannot exactly duplicate the timing activity of physical machines. VMware® virtual machines use several techniques to minimize and conceal differences in timing performance, but the differences can still sometimes cause timekeeping inaccuracies and other problems in software running in … Continue reading Virtual machines and time drift
WordPress core functions that don’t scale
Automattic's WordPress.com VIP platform has advice on uncached WordPress functions: WordPress core has a number of functions that, for various reasons, are uncached, which means that calling them will always result in an SQL query. Below, we outline some of these functions. We have a helper file with cached versions of some of the functions, … Continue reading WordPress core functions that don’t scale
Homebuyers: visualise your floorplan into 3D
Archilogic: "Web-based 3D platform for architecture and interiors." Whether you want to explore your own home or look to market another property, we provide you with the right tools and inspiration. Explore beautiful furniture and materials in a virtual model of your home. I'm currently in the market to buy/sell a property, and while daydreaming … Continue reading Homebuyers: visualise your floorplan into 3D
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