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Closures and Currying in Javascript
6.6.2019
What are Closures?
If you write code in Javascript it's quite likely you have come across the term closure, which is a useful yet often confusing concept. But just what is a c
Self-Host Your Static Assets
5.6.2019
Harry Roberts digs into why hosting assets on someone else’s servers (including CDNs) is not such a great idea if we want our websites to be lightning fast.
Harry writes:
One of the quickest wins—and one of the first things I recommend my clients do—to make websites faster can at first seem...
Movin’ Modals Along a Path
4.6.2019
Modals always be just appearin'. You might see one once in a while that slides in from one of the edges, or uses some kind of scale/opacity thing to appear from "above" or "below." But we can get weirder than that. Why not have them come in on an offset-path?
Just a swoopy arc is kinda fun.
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Creating Animations Using React Spring
4.6.2019
Have you ever needed animation in your React application? Traditionally, implementing animation has not an easy feat to accomplish. But now, thanks to Paul Henschel, we there’s a new React tool just for that. react-spring inherits from animated and react-motion for interpolations, optimized...
How to Use a Physical Security Key to Safeguard Your Exchange Account
4.6.2019
If you are keeping funds on a cryptocurrency platform such as a centralized exchange it is highly advisable you make sure your accounts are as safe as possible. Using a physical security key can greatly help with this as well as safeguarding other private services such as email and cloud storage....
IP Geolocation API
4.6.2019
Detecting geolocation information from your user provides you a massive advantage: improved conversion, better segmenting and analytics, and providing more relevant content. There are numerous paid services which will provide geolocation info but they’re oftentimes too costly or short...
Do you need an ICON ONLY button without screwing up the accessibility?
3.6.2019
The first consideration is: do you really? If you can, having text next to your icons is proven over and over again to be the most accessible and clearest UX (see Apple's latest blunder). But if you need to (and I get it, sometimes you need to), Sara Soueidan and Scott O'Hara have a pair...
Prevent Page Scrolling When a Modal is Open
3.6.2019
Please stop me if you've heard this one before. You open a modal, scroll through it, close it, and wind up somewhere else on the page than you were when you opened the modal.
That's because modals are elements on a page just like any other. It may stay in place (assuming that's what it's meant...
Get Detailed Statistics About Your Favorite Crypto From Bitinfocharts
3.6.2019
Having access to reliable and detailed statistical data should be a priority for any cryptocurrency trader and investor. Bitinfocharts is a free and rich source of cryptocurrency statistics that offers you the opportunity to compare dozens of digital coins by numerous indicators. Also read: Stay...
Stay in Touch With Changing Markets Using the Crypto Trends App
2.6.2019
If you are closely following cryptocurrency markets, you know things can change in a split second and at any moment. Having an application like Crypto Trends on your smartphone can help you check how your favorite coins are faring at a glance. Also read: Choose Where to Buy Cryptocurrencies Using...
Choose Where to Buy Cryptocurrencies Using Exchangify
1.6.2019
Purchasing cryptocurrencies often involves using the services of a digital asset exchange. Such trading platforms typically differ in terms of features, listed coins and supported fiat currencies. Exchangify.io is a website that can help you find the best option in your region. Also read:...
10 People Who Might Be Satoshi Nakamoto
31.5.2019
We are all Satoshi Nakamoto, but some of us are more Satoshi than others. The following 10 characters have all been flagged as Bitcoin’s elusive creator on account of similarities with the digital man of mystery. Whether one of these characters is Satoshi himself is a matter for you...
Cryptocurrencyalerting.com Will Notify You of Price Movements
31.5.2019
With volatility returning to cryptocurrency markets, being regularly updated about price changes is important if you want to be a successful trader. To take advantage of market movements, you need timely alerts and a website called Cryptocurrencyalerting.com can help you get them through various...
A Practical Use Case for Vue Render Functions: Building a Design System Typography Grid
30.5.2019
This post covers how I built a typography grid for a design system using Vue render functions. Here’s the demo and the code. I used render functions because they allow you to create HTML with a greater level of control than regular Vue templates, yet surprisingly I couldn’t find very much when...
BCH vs. BTC: Which Offers Greater Privacy?
30.5.2019
Do you want every person you ever transact with to know how much is in your wallet and your net worth? Of course not. That’s why you need and want to mix your coins to hide where they came from before you use them. The degree of privacy you can expect by default, however, varies […]
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How to Check Bitcoin Cash Transactions With a Block Explorer
30.5.2019
A block explorer is a tool that enables cryptocurrency users to search addresses, balances, blocks, and transactions so they can verify all activities on the network. Bitcoin.com offers a BCH explorer, helping you to keep track of your coins. Also Read: Wallet and Card App Crypto.com Adds Bitcoin...
Non-Relational Databases and Supporting Mixed Workloads
30.5.2019
Suppose that you’re building an e-commerce platform and as part of the exercise, you need to come up with a new data architecture for inventory management. You need to support fast, transactional w
Creating Interactive Maps in WordPress with MapSVG
29.5.2019
The MapSVG plugin for WordPress allows you to create feature-rich, interactive maps quickly and through a smart admin UI. Interactive maps are a common request for projects when you need to visualize impact over particular locations. If you are already on WordPress, this comprehensive plugin could...
Share Bitcoin Cash Related Shortlinks Using BCH.gg
29.5.2019
Projects and members of the Bitcoin Cash community often need to share important information with other BCH enthusiasts. If you are involved with the cryptocurrency, there’s a website called BCH.gg you can use to shorten URLs, with each shortlink featuring the BCH name. Also read: How...
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Price Analysis: Be Careful With The Bull This Time: You Might Be Losing A Lot!
29.5.2019
Even with the launching of the cash register for iOS platform, Tuesday, May 28th was a little painful for some of the investors as the price was still fluctuating in the red zone. The second half of the day saw 1.9% of depreciation in the price. However, the pennant pattern is likely to be retested...