DZone

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In Java, the finalize method has been part of the language since its early days, offering a mechanism to perform cleanup activities before an object is garbage collected. However, using finalizers has come under scrutiny due to several performance-related concerns. As of Java 9, the finalize method has been deprecated, and its use is highly discouraged.

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Dynatrace

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In October 2023, the Tech Transforms podcast got into the Halloween spirit and unmasked some of the scariest and more unnerving sides of technology. Our guests discussed a handful of frightening cybersecurity threats and provided practical advice for federal agencies and consumers to protect against these threats. Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023: Key themes and best practices for protecting against cyberthreats Read the blog David Egts talks AI in government and disinformation We kicked off t

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DZone

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In software development, where innovation and efficiency intertwine, the unexpected often takes center stage. Picture this: a bustling team, tirelessly working on a cutting-edge software release, with expectations soaring high. The buzz of excitement turns into a tense hush as news arrives— an important bug has been unearthed, and it's not just any bug: it's a showstopper.

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Percona

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Ensuring the security and resilience of your data hinges on having a robust backup strategy, and Percona XtraBackup (PXB), our open source backup solution for all versions of MySQL, is designed to make backups a seamless procedure without disrupting the performance of your server in a production environment. When combined with the versatility of Docker containers, it becomes a dynamic duo, offering a scalable approach to data backup and recovery.

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DZone

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Today, the importance of application modernization is rising. As legacy systems struggle to keep pace with emerging market demands and organizational needs. So, businesses need effective methods to upgrade their outdated applications to stay competitive and thrive consistently. And this is where application modernization stands out as a powerful tool.

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Strategy Systems Software Software 109

Smashing Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Preparing For Interaction To Next Paint, A New Web Core Vital Preparing For Interaction To Next Paint, A New Web Core Vital Geoff Graham 2023-12-07T21:00:00+00:00 2023-12-08T00:07:18+00:00 This article is sponsored by DebugBear There’s a change coming to the Core Web Vitals lineup. If you’re reading this before March 2024 and fire up your favorite performance monitoring tool, you’re going to to get a Core Web Vitals report like this one pulled from PageSpeed Insights: ( Large preview ) You’re li

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Percona

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In many scenarios, the standard alert notification template in Percona Monitoring and Management (PMM), while comprehensive, may not align perfectly with specific operational needs. This often leads to an excess of details in the notification’s “Subject” and “Body”, cluttering your inbox with information that may not be immediately relevant.

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