Arrow functions are a relatively new feature in JavaScript that was introduced in ES6 (ECMAScript 2015). They are a shorthand way of writing function expressions and have become increasingly popular among developers. In this blog, we will explore why arrow functions are important and how they can make our code more concise and readable.Before the introduction of arrow functions, writing simple … [Read more...]
Vodafone Idea Loss Swells to Rs. 7,990 Crore in Q3 Even as Company Posts Increased YoY Revenue
Debt-ridden telecom operator Vodafone Idea on Tuesday reported widening of its consolidated loss to Rs. 7,990 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2022. The company had registered a loss of Rs. 7,234.1 crore in the same period a year ago.The consolidated revenue from operations of Vodafone Idea (VIL), however, increased by 9.29 percent to Rs. 10,620.6 crore from Rs. 9,717.3 crore in the … [Read more...]
Twitter reportedly created a system to artificially boost Elon Musk's tweets
Platformer has interviewed Twitter employees to figure out why people's For You feeds turned into The Elon Musk show, and they said the company's engineers truly did build a system that benefited their CEO alone. According to the publication, Elon's cousin and Twitter employee James Musk sent an urgent message on the company's Slack on Monday morning. "We are debugging an issue with engagement … [Read more...]
Nokia X30 5G to Go on Sale in India From February 20: All Details
Nokia X30 5G is all set to go on sale in India starting February 20. The brand confirmed the arrival of the new 5G smartphones in the country via Twitter on Tuesday. The Nokia X30 5G made its debut last year in September during the IFA 2022 event in Berlin. It is powered by a Snapdragon 695 5G SoC, coupled with up to 8GB of RAM. The Nokia X30 5G has a 50-megapixel dual rear camera setup and packs … [Read more...]
Sam Bankman-Fried Banned From Using VPNs, Former FTX CEO Says He Used It for Football
Sam Bankman-Fried was blocked from using virtual private networks while out on bail, as a judge expressed concern that VPNs present similar risks to the FTX co-founder's use of encrypted messaging apps. Bankman-Fried, who was charged with fraud after the cryptocurrency exchange collapsed, says he used a VPN just to watch football.US District Judge Lewis Kaplan on Tuesday added the private … [Read more...]
Update Now: Microsoft Releases Patches for 3 Actively Exploited Windows Vulnerabilities
Feb 15, 2023Ravie LakshmananPatch Tuesday / Software Updates Microsoft on Tuesday released security updates to address 75 flaws spanning its product portfolio, three of which have come under active exploitation in the wild. The updates are in addition to 22 flaws the Windows maker patched in its Chromium-based Edge browser over the past month. Of the 75 vulnerabilities, nine are rated Critical … [Read more...]
What Is Object Oriented Programming?
Object-oriented programming (OOP) is a programming paradigm that is based on the concept of objects. In OOP, objects are the basic building blocks of a program, and they can be used to model real-world entities, such as cars, people, or buildings. OOP is one of the most widely used programming paradigms, and it is supported by many programming languages, including Java, Python, and C++.In OOP, a … [Read more...]
Korea’s Portlogics makes international shipping easier for merchants with its software tool
Most merchants in South Korea keep track of their international shipping logistics via email until their cargo safely gets to its destination. This includes all the administrative processes, from shippers to importers, and covers logistics, customs, charges and transportation booking. Portlogics, a South Korean digital freight forwarder that offers a robotic process automation-based … [Read more...]
Unlocking the Power of Operations in JavaScript
In this article, we will explore the world of operations in JavaScript. Understanding operations is a key aspect of writing efficient and effective code. This article is ideal for those who already have a basic knowledge of JavaScript and want to deepen their understanding of operations in the language. (Here is an article you might want to check out to get started with the basics: Introduction to … [Read more...]
Sony’s PSVR2 teardowns reveal how the headset tracks the Sense controllers
/ The PSVR2’s Sense controllers include a hidden ring of IR LEDs.The PlayStation VR2 headset can track the accompanying Sense controllers thanks to a bunch of IR LEDs hidden in the orb-shaped controllers, according to new teardown videos Sony posted Tuesday evening.Under the Sense controller cover, the controller itself has a ring of 14 IR LEDs and three placed elsewhere for tracking, as shown in … [Read more...]
Yes, Elon Musk created a special system for showing you all his tweets first
/ After his Super Bowl tweet did worse numbers than President Biden’s, Twitter’s CEO ordered major changes to the algorithm. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a]:shadow-underline-gray">Photo … [Read more...]
Lazy loading React components with React.lazy
INTRODUCTIONA large react application consists of a bunch of methods, components, and third-party libraries. If you don't do anything to make sure that those different part load only when they are needed, a huge bundle of javascript would be shipped to your users as soon as they open your website and this would affect your app performance significantly so what we do to avoid this is code … [Read more...]
New Zealand Uber drivers begin collective bargaining for first time
Uber drivers in New Zealand will be pushing for better pay and working conditions through their first-ever collective agreement with the company. Earlier this week, national trade union First Union initiated collective bargaining with Uber. According to New Zealand employment law, if a party receives a notice to initiate bargaining, they are required to enter. A period of preparation on both sides … [Read more...]
One faulty fuel filter scuttled Virgin Orbit’s big UK launch debut
Launch is hard, but at least now that every rocket is sending extremely detailed live telemetry back to HQ, teams can know what led to a failed launch within days or weeks. Case in point: Virgin Orbit’s much-hyped first launch from U.K. soil last month, which did not achieve orbit — apparently due to a single loose fuel filter. In a update posted today to its website, Virgin Orbit explained first … [Read more...]
Understanding Var, Let, and Const in JavaScript: Choosing the Right Keyword for Your Variables
Variable means anything that can vary. In JavaScript, a variable stores data that can be changed later on. The syntax in JavaScript categorizes values into two types: fixed values and variable values. Fixed values are referred to as "Literals" while variable values are referred to as "Variables". Why Variables? Variables play a crucial role in programming languages and have multiple important … [Read more...]
Google Fiber’s 5-gig internet service starts rolling out in three cities
Google/Tech / Google’s Fiber home internet service now has a bidirectional 5 Gbps option in Kansas City, West Des Moines, and the Salt Lake City metropolitan area. a:hover]:text-gray-63 [&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-black dark:[&>a:hover]:text-gray-bd dark:[&>a:hover]:shadow-underline-gray [&>a]:shadow-underline-gray-63 dark:[&>a]:text-gray-bd … [Read more...]
Tesla workers in New York launch a union campaign
A group of Tesla workers in Buffalo, New York emailed CEO Elon Musk on Tuesday to announce their intent to unionize. Collectively named Tesla Workers United, the group hopes to form the first ever union at the electric vehicle company. Many of the employees at Tesla’s Buffalo plant label data as part of the automaker’s Autopilot team, a job that may not be as critical to Tesla’s operations in the … [Read more...]
Daily Crunch: Microsoft dumps Yammer and makes Viva Engage its preferred enterprise social platform
To get a roundup of TechCrunch’s biggest and most important stories delivered to your inbox every day at 3 p.m. PST, subscribe here. Happy V-Day! What happens when you poll crypto traders about whether liking crypto was an “attractive feature”? Well, 4 out of 5 think that’s hella sexy, and 70% said they’d be more likely to go on a date with them if they were into the old ’chains. Our bet is … [Read more...]
How to not make a website
This is the only rule you'll ever need to follow, do not ask for help. Do not listen to what ninjas and tech people on youtube tell you to do, shut it all out. Have a deadline of 3 days? Make it 5. Can't run scripts on your computer? Figure out what exactly scripts are, hell open up your CPU and go back to the basics. Realise why cooling fluids are better than turbo fans to cool our CPU. Pfffft … [Read more...]
Best gaming microphones in 2023
A good-quality gaming microphone is one of the best additions you can make to your at-home setup. It'll pair up nicely with a mechanical keyboard, monitor, and webcam, so whether you just want your voice heard by your in-game teammates or you want to stream on Twitch, a gaming microphone goes a long way to improve your overall experience. But just like any other peripherals, there are plenty … [Read more...]