The right to repair is not merely about fixing devices. It is about preserving a mindset — that we are builders, maintainers, and stewards.
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Author: R. Morgan
Is AI Going to Take My Job?
Every major shift in computing has triggered the same fear: “Is this the end of developers as we know them?” When compilers replaced handwritten machine code, some thought assembly programmers were finished. When high-level languages emerged, others predicted the death of low-level expertise. When frameworks abstracted enormous amounts of boilerplate, people claimed “anyone can build
The One-True-Way Fallacy: Why Mature Developers Don’t Worship a Single Programming Paradigm
In today’s developer landscape, many programmers—both new and seasoned—cling to a single coding paradigm as the “one true way,” dismissing others like object-oriented, functional, or event-driven programming as bloated or misguided. But real engineering maturity comes from knowing why each paradigm exists and when to use it. The most successful developers choose their tools based on risk, scalability, and maintainability—not ideology. This article explores why the refusal to evolve beyond one style limits growth, risks project failure, and ignores decades of hard-earned lessons in software design.
The Pirate Software Paradox: What Happens When Influence Outpaces Skill
There’s a real disconnect between the code that’s visible and the veteran status that’s claimed. This discrepancy isn’t trivial
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The Case Against 3rd Party APIs
Call me a control freak. But after decades in software development, I’ve learned to be cautious, especially when it comes to building systems on top of third-party APIs. While APIs can offer short-term acceleration, they often introduce long-term fragility that you can’t control. Why Relying on 3rd Party APIs Is Risky Using third-party APIs might
Why GAMBAS BASIC Deserves a Place in Your Development Toolbox
One of GAMBAS’s biggest advantages is its fully integrated development environment (IDE), which resembles VB6 and offers an easy-to-use graphical interface. This makes creating forms, handling events, and connecting to databases significantly faster than using more complex frameworks.
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Developing an Open Hardware Device Programmer
Introduction As an electronics enthusiast with over 50 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the dramatic evolution of computing systems. From the early days of 4 and 8-bit machines with minimal RAM to today’s powerful 64-bit computers with terabytes of storage, the progress has been nothing short of extraordinary. The same transformative
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The Power of Scripting in Managing Development Servers
Discover how scripting can streamline the management of development servers. Learn about the benefits of automation and explore practical examples, including the apache-site-up.py script for managing Apache virtual hosts.
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The Definitive Guide to RS-232 Communication: History, Standards, and Relevance in the Modern World
Introduction RS-232, often referred to as a legacy serial communication standard, has been the backbone of communication in electronics and computer systems for decades. Developed in the early 1960s, RS-232 became the standard for robust, reliable data transfer between computers, modems, and peripherals. While USB, TTL serial, and wireless protocols have supplanted RS-232 in consumer
Handling Import Conflicts in Python (Versions 3.7 to 3.13)
Managing import conflicts in Python is crucial for maintaining clean and efficient code. This article explores various techniques to handle import issues, from simple name conflicts to complex circular imports, covering Python versions 3.7 to 3.13. Learn how to use aliases, virtual environments, sys.path modifications, dynamic imports, and more to resolve common problems and ensure your Python projects run smoothly across different environments.
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