ES6 Arrow Functions: Fat and Concise Syntax in JavaScript
JavaScript
By Maria Antonietta Perna,
Arrow functions provide a handy syntax for writing JavaScript functions. Learn about how and when to use them, and about some gotchas to watch out for.
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PHP Authorization with JWT (JSON Web Tokens)
PHP
By Miguel Ibarra Romero, Matthew Setter,
Need to authenticate requests to a server? Learn what JWTs are and how to use them instead of sessions to authenticate your users via API calls.
How to Use SVG Image Sprites
By Craig Buckler,
Sprites are popular for bundling graphics into a single file. And they can even be made with SVGs! Learn how SVG sprites work and why they're so awesome.
Beyond Console.log() – Level up Your Debugging Skills
JavaScript
By Christian Heilmann,
console.log() is a great tool, but your browser's developer tools can do so much more. Learn how to take your coding and debugging to the next level.
An Introduction to Genetic Algorithms
JavaScript
By Timothy Boronczyk,
Learn how to write a genetic algorithm, a procedure that solves problems using operations that emulate the natural processes involved in evolution.
How to Change Your Boss’s Mind Without Losing Your Job
Web
By Andrew McDermott,
Is your boss making bad decisions? Are you walking on eggshells? Learn some practical steps to help your boss make better decisions without losing your job!
Fetching Data from a Third-party API with Vue.js and Axios
JavaScript
By Olayinka Omole, Michael Wanyoike,
Learn how to start a new Vue project, fetch data from an API using axios, and handle responses and manipulate data using components and computed properties.
How to Install PHP on Windows
PHP
By Craig Buckler,
Looking for tips on how to install PHP on Windows? We walk step by step through how to install PHP 8 and Apache 2.4 on Windows 10 (64-bit).
A Side-by-Side Comparison of AWS, Google Cloud and Azure
Web
By Lucero del Alba,
Need a cloud service but not sure where to start? Here's a broad overview of what's on offer, from big players to small, and how to choose the right one.
How to Fetch Data from a Third-party API with Deno
JavaScript
By Jack Franklin,
Ever wished Node was more secure and came with TypeScript support out the box? Deno offers this and more. Learn why many are switching from Node to Deno.
Canvas vs SVG: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
HTML & CSS
By Maria Antonietta Perna,
Should you use Canvas or SVG? It depends! Let's walk through all the scenarios where Canvas and SVG are an option and work out which is the best choice.
How to Use PostCSS as a Configurable Alternative to Sass
HTML & CSS
By Craig Buckler,
Sass is handy, but can't do everything. Learn how to use PostCSS to create a custom CSS preprocessor that compiles Sass syntax but also adds extra features.
Build a Twitter Clone Using TypeScript, Prisma and Next.js
JavaScript
By Nirmalya Ghosh,
The best way to explore React is by example. Learn how easy it is to build a React Twitter clone with Prisma and the powerful Next.js framework.
How I Built a Wheel of Fortune JavaScript Game for My Zoom Group
JavaScript
By Timothy Boronczyk,
Have you ever wanted to build a JavaScript game but didn't know where to start? Learn how to quickly create a simple, fun game to share with friends.
5 Web Design Trends for 2021
Design & UX
By SitePoint Sponsors,
Web design trends come and go. 2020 was no exception. Web designers will see some familiar trends replaced by safer and more dependable design choices.
Static Site Generators: A Beginner’s Guide
JavaScript
By Maria Antonietta Perna,
Static site generators are a key element of the modern Jamstack architecture. We explore the standout features of seven leading static site generators.