Today I Learned

February 3rd, 2025

The Zen of Python Applied to Node.js

Applying the Zen of Python principles to Node.js development for cleaner, more maintainable, and effective code.
February 3rd, 2025

Shu-Ha-Ri: A Philosophy for Learning in Software Development

Understanding the Shu-Ha-Ri principles and how they apply to learning and mastering software development.
January 16th, 2025

Run RSpec Tests for Changed Files in Git

Learn how to run RSpec tests only for files affected by recent changes in Git. This script maps modified files to their corresponding test files, ensuring that only relevant tests are run.
July 15th, 2024

Comparing TypeORM, Sequelize, and Objection.js with Knex.js for Node.js Projects

A comparison of TypeORM, Sequelize, and Objection.js with Knex.js for Node.js projects, focusing on maintainability, performance, and readability.
July 15th, 2024

Setting Up TypeORM with Apollo Federation

Learn how to set up a Node.js project using TypeORM and Apollo Federation to build a scalable and performant GraphQL API.
July 5th, 2024

Migrating from Ruby 2.7 to Ruby 3.x: New Features and Enhancements

Explore the new features and enhancements in Ruby 3.x that make it a powerful upgrade from Ruby 2.7. Learn about improved performance, new syntax, enhanced concurrency, and more.
July 4th, 2024

Testing HTTP Interactions with the VCR Gem in Ruby

Learn how to use the VCR gem in Ruby to record and replay HTTP interactions for faster, more deterministic tests.
July 1st, 2024

Setting Up a Global .gitignore File

Setting up a global `.gitignore` file allows you to define ignore patterns for files and directories that are common across all your Git repositories. This guide walks you through the steps to create and configure a global `.gitignore` file, helping you keep your project-specific `.gitignore` files clean and focused.
June 27th, 2024

How to Write DRY and Maintainable Tests with RSpec

Learn how to write clean and maintainable tests in RSpec by using shared examples, `it_behaves_like`, `subject`, and `before` hooks. This guide provides practical examples and best practices to help you keep your test suite DRY and effective.
June 26th, 2024

Mastering FactoryBot: Defining and Modifying Factories

Learn how to define and modify factories with FactoryBot to create flexible and maintainable test data for your Ruby applications. This guide covers the basics and provides practical examples.