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Explainable Al: Enhancing Transparency and Trust
AI is giving us answers to a million questions, but we don’t really know how it arrives at them. Explainable AI (XAI) helps understand what went into making a decision, enhancing trust in the system, especially with respect to ethical practices.
6 min |
December 2023
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Responsible Al: A Call by the US Government
A new Biden executive order calls for responsible Al principles that ensure innovation and growth with safety and privacy, without promoting biases of any kind. It's something all of us need to follow.
6 min |
December 2023
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From 'Mostly Harmless' Distros on a Pen Drive, to Liberated Hardware and More
Abhas Abhinav’s FOSS journey began in the late nineties. His love for open source has only grown stronger with the years, though he is not too happy about the way free and proprietary software are being mixed at will in today’s world.
7 min |
December 2023
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Cryptocurrency Wallets: Implementing MetaMask For Blockchain Transactions
This article introduces and compares popular cryptocurrency wallets. It also tells you how to select one. It then gives a practical demonstration of implementing the MetaMask wallet for blockchain transactions
3 min |
October 2023
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Selecting the Right Blockchain Technology
As blockchain continues to evolve, so do your opportunities. This article is a roadmap to informed blockchain decisions and will help you navigate public, private, and hybrid options with precision
7 min |
October 2023
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The 'Big Problem' For Blockchain
Blockchain technology, at its core, is a digital ledger of transactions that is duplicated and distributed across an entire network of computer systems
10 min |
October 2023
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Why Security and Cost go Hand-in-Hand in the Enterprise Cloud
Applying security principles to address cloud cost challenges is the need of the hour. This first part in the series on security and cost optimisation in the enterprise cloud explains that these are not isolated concerns but are truly interconnected in a well-managed cloud environment
6 min |
October 2023
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An Introduction to Large Language Models
Large language models are indispensable in the world of Al. Their applications vary from chatbots and sentiment analysis to content generation and data analysis. While they have evolved a lot in recent years, some challenges remain.
2 min |
October 2023
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Blockchain Technology and Generative Al: A Symbiotic Partnership
The intersection of blockchain technology and generative Al will usher in a new era of efficiency, security, and creativity in the digital world
4 min |
October 2023
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Decentralised Applications: Revolutionising the Digital Landscape
Characterised by enhanced security, transparency, and efficiency, DApps are paving the way for a future where individuals have greater control over their data and interactions. In short, they are changing the way we interact with technology
5 min |
October 2023
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Mastering Enterprise Mobile Security: Safeguarding Your Digital World
Your smartphone holds a world of data, but is it secure enough? From understanding network technologies to implementing protection measures, this is your guide to safeguarding digital assets.
10+ min |
October 2023
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Software Freedom Day: Past, Present and Future
Every year, Software Freedom Day (SFD) celebrates free software across the world. The aim is to increase awareness of free software and its virtues, and encourage its use. This year, SFD was celebrated on September 16
6 min |
October 2023
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Biden administration takes action to bolster open source software security
In a move to bolster cybersecurity defences and prevent future vulnerabilities in open source software, the White House has called for stronger security measures. A two-day summit, held in September this year, convened technology companies, banks, and industry groups
1 min |
October 2023
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Deci releases three generative Al foundation models
Deci, the Israeli deep learning company, has unleashed a trio of generative AI foundation models
1 min |
October 2023
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Ruby on Rails creator criticises 'open source hooliganism'
Ruby on Rails creator, David Heinemeier Hansson, has expressed his concerns regarding what he calls ‘open source hooliganism
1 min |
October 2023
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Accubits' GenZ 70B LLM achieves top global ranking
Accubits Technologies, headquartered in Thiruvananthapuram, India, has taken a giant stride in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) by open sourcing its GenZ 70B large language model (LLM)
1 min |
October 2023
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Godot Engine introduces Godot Development Fund
The team behind the open source Godot Engine has unveiled the Godot Development Fund—a significant move in securing ongoing financial support for the acclaimed game development platform
1 min |
October 2023
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Quetzal-1 satellite project releases open source repository
The team behind the Quetzal-1 satellite project, initially launched in 2020 by students from Universidad Del Valle De Guatemala (UVG), has chosen to release an extensive open source repository, sharing its valuable insights and experience
1 min |
October 2023
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Falcon 180B: TII's new open large language model
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has unveiled Falcon 180B, an open source large language model that is making waves in the AI community
1 min |
October 2023
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OpenCV: Bringing AI Within Your Reach
AI technology is becoming more accessible than ever before, thanks to computer vision and IoT. OpenCV, an open source computer vision and machine learning software library, is helping small and big businesses embrace AI with ease.
8 min |
September 2023
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Cloud Orchestration with Infrastructure as Code (laC): The Benefits
laC is the art of defining infrastructure using code, making it repeatable and predictable. With cloud orchestration, you can deploy and manage your infrastructure in a more agile and efficient way. No more manual configurations or guesswork!
4 min |
September 2023
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Using Apache Iceberg for Developing Modern Data Tables
Apache Iceberg, a data management powerhouse, empowers businesses with its remarkable flexibility, seamless tool compatibility, and endorsement by the major tech players in the industry.
2 min |
September 2023
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Coq and Lean: Powerful Interactive Theorem Provers
Coq and Lean are tools that elevate trust in research and software development with rigorous proofs. They also help to prove that code is bug-free.
9 min |
September 2023
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DevOps as a Career: Education, Experience and Opportunities
If you are wondering how to go about building a career in the field of DevOps, and what are the skills you need for doing so, read on...
6 min |
September 2023
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How AI/ML can Automate DevOps
AI/ML integration in DevOps can be transformative for software development. It can enable faster code development, improve the efficiency and reliability of the software, and automate the analysis of massive amounts of data.
2 min |
September 2023
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How DevOps Differs from Traditional IT, and Which One is Better
DevOps enhances collaboration, while traditional IT upholds stability. Knowing when to automate and when to rely on stability is key. Organisations must choose their strategy wisely for optimal outcomes in varied industries. A balance of both DevOps and traditional IT generally works well.
5 min |
September 2023
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DevOps Vs Agile: What You Should Know
Explore Agile and DevOps, understanding their principles, differences, recent transformations, and the partnership that fuels software excellence.
4 min |
September 2023
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Continuous Integration with GitHub Actions
Here are a few insights into the core principles of DevOps and some practical guidance on using GitHub Actions.
4 min |
September 2023
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The AI and Cybersecurity Capabilities of GitLab's CI/CD Platform
Here's an in-depth exploration of GitLab's innovative CI/CD platform, which is reshaping how we build software by seamlessly blending Al and cybersecurity capabilities. The focus is on GitLab's AI services and their integration with cloud platforms.
8 min |
September 2023
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Embracing Progressive Delivery in Kubernetes with GitOps
GitOps leverages Git's strengths to achieve reliable, automated, and consistent infrastructure and application management, making it well-suited for modern DevOps practices and containerised environments like Kubernetes.
9 min |