The Daily Index — Thursday, November 30, 2023 · TLDR Index

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AUTOMATICALLY UPDATE NPM PACKAGE DEPENDENCIES WITH DEPENDABOT

Dependabot is a GitHub feature that automates dependency updates via pull requests. Users can configure Dependabot to update certain dependencies at desired frequencies, which can be useful for targeted dependency updates in large projects or libraries with numerous dependencies. Combining Dependabot with automated testing tools like GitHub Actions ensures that updates do not break existing code.

colbyfayock.com · 4 min

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WHAT’S NEXT BESIDES JAVA/REACT?

After getting proficient in languages and frameworks, the next step to growing your career is working on soft skills. These soft skills include being a team player, breaking down complex problems, focusing on software quality, developing a business mindset, and enhancing communication skills.

open.substack.com · 9 min

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INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTORS, YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF DORA METRICS

Tracking and measuring developer productivity is an age-old problem and DORA metrics attempt to solve it by honing in on 4 key metrics: deployment frequency, lead time for changes, change failure rate, and time it takes to restore service. This article challenges the efficacy of measuring productivity using DORA metrics and outlines some of the bottlenecks it presents, such as measuring velocity properly. It also offers tips that will help you successfully work on a team that relies on DORA metrics.

watermelontools.com · 4 min

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DO IT, DELEGATE IT, DITCH IT: YOUR NEW APPROACH TO TASK MANAGEMENT

It can be hard to manage an overwhelming workload of tasks as a developer. The “Do it, delegate it, ditch it” model offers a solution. It involves categorizing tasks into those that require personal attention, those that can be delegated, and those that are unnecessary and can be discarded.

forbes.com · 5 min

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HOW TO TACKLE THE UNRELIABILITY OF CODING ASSISTANTS

This article shares helpful tips for using LLMs effectively as coding assistants. It considers factors like the speed and reliability of feedback loops, the margin of error, the longevity of the code, and the recency of information needed, giving advice on each factor. Setting a time limit for using AI input and creating a persona for an AI assistant can help to better manage expectations and usage.

martinfowler.com · 7 min

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PYTHON IS EASY. GO IS SIMPLE. SIMPLE != EASY

Python is an incredibly popular language. Its amazing readability makes it a common starting place for students and new developers. Despite this, it’s not a simple language. Building with Python can lead to issues with runtime and dependency management. Go, on the other hand, is much simpler. This article uncovers in more detail the strengths of both languages and how they can be used in tandem to support each other.

preslav.me · 7 min

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THE ‘HANGING-PUNCTUATION’ PROPERTY IN CSS

This article introduces the ‘hanging-punctuation’ property in CSS and shows when and how to use it with code samples included.

chriscoyier.net · 2 min

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CARE BEYOND CODE: 7 BEST DESIGN PRACTICES FOR FRONTEND DEVELOPERS

Seven best practices that will help frontend developers create better designs, improve UX, and bring added value to the products they work on.

evilmartians.com · 12 min