Python 3.13 was just released and brings fundamental changes to the language including a new interactive interpreter, experimental support for running in a free-threaded mode, and a Just-In-Time compiler, or JIT. There are also updates to the Python type system, module removals, and docstring improvements among many other changes. Łukasz Langa is the CPython Developer The post The Big Changes in Python 3.13 with Łukasz Langa appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 29, 2024•47 min
Argo is an open-source suite of tools to enhance continuous delivery and workflow orchestration in Kubernetes environments. The project had its start at Applatix and was accepted to the Cloud Native Computing Foundation in 2020. Michael Crenshaw and Zach Aller are both lead maintainers for Argo. They join the show with Lee Atchison to talk The post Argo and Kubernetes with Michael Crenshaw and Zach Aller appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 24, 2024•45 min
In software engineering, C++ is often used in areas where low-level system access and high-performance are critical, such as operating systems, game engines, and embedded systems. Its long-standing presence and compatibility with legacy code make it a go-to language for maintaining and extending older projects. Rust, while newer, is gaining traction in roles that demand The post Rust and C++ with Steve Klabnik and Herb Sutter appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min
CRISPR is a powerful tool in biotechnology that allows scientists to precisely edit genes, much like editing lines of code in a computer program. Just as developers can remove or alter specific parts of a code to fix bugs or enhance functionality, CRISPR enables researchers to modify DNA to correct genetic disorders, improve crops, or The post Engineering an Open Source CRISPR with Aadyot Bhatnagar appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 22, 2024•33 min
SoundCloud is an online platform and music streaming service where users can upload, promote, and share their music or audio creations. It was founded in 2007 and is known for its community-driven approach, allowing artists to interact directly with their fans and receive real-time feedback on their work. Matthew Drooker is the Chief Technology Officer The post SoundCloud’s Platform Architecture with Matthew Drooker appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 17, 2024•38 min
GraphQL is an open-source query language for APIs and a runtime for executing those queries. It was developed by Facebook to address the problem of over-fetching or under-fetching data, which is a common issue with traditional REST APIs. Matt Bessey is a Principal Engineer and Software Architect. Earlier this year Matt wrote a blog post The post The End of GraphQL with Matt Bessey appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 16, 2024•45 min
Asahi Linux is a project that aims to port Linux to Apple Silicon chips, which use a custom ARM-based architecture. The project is fundamentally important given the popularity of Apple Silicon Macs, and it’s also a heroic effort because Apple Silicon is an entirely undocumented platform. Alyssa Rosenzweig is a well-known computer scientist who describes The post Linux on Apple Silicon with Alyssa Rosenzweig appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 15, 2024•35 min
DOOM is a pioneering first-person shooter that needs no introduction. The game was released in 1993 for DOS and was an instant success. This led to ports of the game to other major platforms including Windows, PlayStation, and Sega Saturn. One of the most remarkable ports was to the Super Nintendo, with development being led The post DOOM on Super Nintendo with Randy Linden appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 10, 2024•49 min
Authentication is a key requirement for any B2B software application, especially if software vendors are selling to enterprise clients who are likely to have strict authentication requirements for the vendors they use. However, building authentication for a B2B application is typically complex and resource-intensive due to the data models required, the provisioning and managing accounts, The post Identity and Access Management with Julianna Lamb appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 09, 2024•51 min
J. P. Morgan Payments is one of the leaders in payments processing with a staggering $10 trillion in payments handled daily. The company recently released its Payments Developer Portal, or PDP, which serves as a gateway for developers to build and test payment APIs, and accept, manage, and send payments on their own platforms. Developing The post Building Secure Payments Infrastructure with Jack Gibson appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 08, 2024•44 min
MongoDB Atlas is a managed NoSQL database that uses JSON-like documents with optional schemas. The platform recently released new vector search capabilities to facilitate building AI capabilities. Ben Flast is the Director of Product Management at MongoDB. He joins the show to talk about the company’s developments with vector search. This episode is hosted by The post MongoDB Vector Search with Ben Flast appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 03, 2024•42 min
Darío and Wiseguy are Nintendo 64 hackers and modders. They are the creators of multiple projects, including RT64 which is an N64 graphics renderer for enhancing games in emulators and native ports. This year, they released N64: Recompiled, which is a tool to statically recompile N64 binaries into C code that can be compiled for The post N64 Recompiled with Darío and Wiseguy appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 2 min
The Stack Overflow Developer Survey is an annual survey conducted by Stack Overflow that gathers comprehensive insights from developers around the world. It offers a valuable snapshot of the global developer community, covering a wide range of topics such as preferred programming languages, tools, and technologies. Erin Yepis is a Senior Analyst and Ryan Polk The post The 2024 Stack Overflow Developer Survey with Erin Yepis and Ryan Polk appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Oct 01, 2024•40 min
Software supply chain attacks exploit interdependencies within software ecosystems. Security in the supply chain is a growing issue, and is particularly important for companies that rely on large numbers of open source dependencies. Chainguard was founded in 2021 and offers tools and secure container images to improve the security of the software supply chain. Matt The post Container Security with Matt Moore appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 26, 2024•58 min
The Google Maps Platform JavaScript API is a fundamental web technology that’s used to build dynamic and interactive map features in web apps. Matt Toon is a Solutions Engineering Manager for the Google Maps Platform. He joins the podcast with Josh Goldberg to talk about his background working with geospatial data, the development of Google The post Google Maps Platform JavaScript API with Matt Toon appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 25, 2024•41 min
LLMs are becoming more mature and accessible, and many teams are now integrating them into common business practices such as technical support bots, online real-time help, and other knowledge-base-related tasks. However, the high cost of maintaining AI teams and operating AI pipelines is becoming apparent. Maxime Armstrong and Yuhan Luo are Software Engineers at Dagster, The post AI Pipelines with Maxime Armstrong and Yuhan Luo appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 24, 2024•44 min
Data is at the center of many business decisions and advances today, including AI-driven capabilities. This requires companies to have well-governed data that is easy for users to find, use and understand. In moving to the cloud, Capital One modernized its data ecosystem and adopted a “You Build, Your Data” model to equip its data The post Data Management at Capital One with Jim Lebonitte appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 19, 2024•29 min
ESLint is a static code analysis tool for identifying and fixing problems in JavaScript code. It helps developers maintain code quality and consistency by enforcing coding standards and detecting issues such as syntax errors, stylistic problems, and bugs. Nicholas Zakas is the creator of ESLint. He joins the show to talk about working at Yahoo The post Creating ESLint with Nicholas Zakas appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 18, 2024•46 min
The Humane pin is a multi-modal wearable device designed by Humane Inc., a startup co-founded by former Apple employees Imran Chaudhri and Bethany Bongiorno. This wearable is part of a broader vision to create more seamless and integrated interactions between humans and technology, moving away from traditional screens. George Kedenburg III is a Software Designer The post Humane with George Kedenburg III and Josh Dickens appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 17, 2024•49 min
Online transaction processing, or OLTP, is designed for managing high volumes of short, fast, and concurrent transactions, such as data entry and retrieval operations. OLTP systems solve the problem of efficiently handling numerous simultaneous transactions, making them essential for sectors like banking and retail. Joran Greef is the Founder and CEO of TigerBeetle, which is The post Building a Fast Financial Transactions Database with Joran Greef appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 12, 2024•59 min
Mozilla Firefox is an open-source web browser developed by the Mozilla Foundation. Since its first major release in 2004, it has stood out on the browser landscape for its emphasis on privacy, security, and customization. Brian Grinstead is a Senior Principal Engineer at Mozilla. He joins the podcast with Kevin Ball to talk about the The post Firefox Software Architecture with Brian Grinstead appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 11, 2024•50 min
Google needs no introduction, and is renowned for its data and analytics capabilities. Gerrit Kazmaier is the VP and GM for Database, Data Analytics and Looker at Google. He has a long history in the space, and in this episode he speaks with Sean Falconer about data and analytics in the AI era. Sean’s been The post AI Data Analytics at Google with Gerrit Kazmaier appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 10, 2024•49 min
DevOps is a powerful model for managing the building and operational aspects of modern applications. Most developers are now familiar with DevOps, and the adoption of DevOps practices is widespread and growing. Adam Jacob was the original author of Chef, a popular early DevOps tool. He’s now the CEO of System Initiative, which develops an The post Building a Collaborative DevOps Platform with Adam Jacob appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 05, 2024•53 min
React is an open-source front-end JavaScript library maintained by Meta. It was first released in 2013 and is now the most popular web framework. Ilya Gurevich is a Senior Software Engineer at The New York Times. Last winter, his team set out to implement React 18 for The Times’ flagship core news site. Ilya recently The post React 18 at The New York Times with Ilya Gurevich appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 04, 2024•50 min
Feature flagging tools have grown in popularity as a way to decouple releases and deployment, but they can introduce their own long-term problems and tech debt. Lekko is a startup democratizing the practice of dynamic configuration. Their motivating idea is to empower engineers to focus on software releases, and business teams and other stakeholders to The post Lekko and Dynamic Configuration with Konrad Niemiec appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Sep 03, 2024•41 min
Harold Halibut is a 2024 narrative adventure video game developed by German developer Slow Bros. The game has a distinct look owing to its use of stop motion animation with 3D scans of physical sets and puppets. Onat Hekimoglu worked on Harold Halibut as the Director, Game Designer, Composer, and Person of Many Hats. He The post Crafting a Stop Motion Video Game with Onat Hekimoglu appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Aug 29, 2024
Stack Overflow is a legendary question-and-answer site for programmers, and is likely well known to most SEDaily listeners. Svelte is an open-source front-end framework that was released in 2016 and continues to grow rapidly in popularity. Giamir Buoncristiani is a Staff Software Engineer at Stack Overflow. He is also the tech lead for the Stacks The post Why Stack Overflow Uses Svelte with Giamir Buoncristiani appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Aug 28, 2024•45 min
The Google Sheets calculation engine was originally written in Java and launched in 2006. In the early days of the product, all calculation happened on the server. However, starting in 2013 the engine has run in the browser using JavaScript. Google Sheets is now one of the first products at Google to use WebAssembly Garbage The post How Google Sheets Uses WasmGC with Michael Thomas and Thomas Steiner appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Aug 27, 2024
Large datasets require large computational resources to process that data. More frequently, where you process that data geographically can be just as important as how you process it. Expanso provides job execution infrastructure that runs jobs where data resides, to help reduce latency and improve security and data governance. David Aronchick is the CEO of The post Containers at the Edge with David Aronchick appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Aug 22, 2024
Douglas Crockford is an American computer programmer who is involved in the development of the JavaScript language. He specified the JSON data format, and has developed various JavaScript related tools such as the static code analyzer JSLint. Crockford is also a game developer and worked at Atari. Douglas joins the podcast to talk about his The post Evolving JavaScript with Douglas Crockford appeared first on Software Engineering Daily ....
Aug 21, 2024
