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Thinking Process for Solving Complex Problems

Thinking Process for Solving Complex Problems

Introduction In the world of software integration, complex problems can often emerge unexpectedly, and tackling them effectively requires a systematic approach. In this article, we’ll share our journey of addressing a persistent issue within our company — duplicate records — which arose during the integration of a Point of Sale (POS)

Optimizing Data Transfer by 45%: EasyStore's Recent Enhancements

Optimizing Data Transfer by 45%: EasyStore's Recent Enhancements

We're thrilled to share with you our latest optimizations at EasyStore, which have led to a remarkable 45% reduction in data transfer. These improvements center around two key strategies: transforming images to WebP format based on request accept headers and restricting access to an Amazon S3 origin. Introduction

Elevating Web Experience: A Refined Approach to HTTP Caching

Elevating Web Experience: A Refined Approach to HTTP Caching

Introduction At our company, we’re always striving to deliver the best web experience to our users. Part of this mission involves optimizing our HTTP caching strategy. Recently, we discovered a common practice in our codebase — using no-cache, no-store, and private directives to ensure data accuracy at the expense of

Balancing Bug Fixes and Features in Software Development

Balancing Bug Fixes and Features in Software Development

Can a software ever be completely free of bugs? To some, the answer might seem straightforward: “Yes, if there’s no one using the software or if it consists of just a few lines of code.” However, the reality of the tech world is far more complex. As software grows

Optimizing Data Visualization: How Aggregation Can Improve Performance

Optimizing Data Visualization: How Aggregation Can Improve Performance

In today’s data-driven world, whether you’re an experienced e-commerce entrepreneur or anyone else, harnessing the power of data is paramount. We rely on data to inform our decisions, track progress, and uncover hidden insights. One common task, often underestimated in complexity, is visualizing data over extended periods. In

Preventing Data Inconsistencies in MySQL: Strategies for Avoiding Lost Updates

A few weeks ago, I encountered a situation where our inventory tracking system reported inconsistencies. After researching the issue, I discovered that concurrency problems in our MySQL database may have been the root cause. Further investigation revealed a “lost update” concurrency issue. To prevent similar issues from arising in the

Optimizing AWS Costs: Essential Tips for Maximizing Efficiency

As more and more organizations move their operations to the cloud, AWS has become a popular choice for managing and deploying workloads. While AWS offers many benefits, it’s important to ensure that you’re using the platform in a cost-effective way to avoid unexpected expenses. Fortunately, there are many

Guidelines for Migrating a Large Dataset Database from RDS to RDS with Minimal Downtime

Migrating a large dataset database with minimal downtime can be a daunting task, but with careful planning and execution, it is possible to minimize downtime and ensure a smooth transition. This article will provide a step-by-step guide to migrating a large dataset database, based on the guidelines outlined in our