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Parallelism allows tasks to execute simultaneously on multi-core systems, enhancing performance by utilizing system resources more efficiently. In .NET, support for parallel programming was introduced in .NET Framework 4, and this capability has been expanded in .NET Core to offer better programmatic control and scalability for applications. Using parallelism effectively can significantly speed up applications that involve computationally intensive operations, as it allows developers to run multiple tasks concurrently rather than sequentially. To follow along with the examples in this article, you will need to have Visual Studio 2019 installed. Visual Studio is a robust IDE that supports .NET Core…

NativeScript 8.8 , the latest version of the popular framework for building native mobile applications using JavaScript, introduces a range of exciting features, including full support for Apple’s M1 chip and the Webpack 5 module bundler. This release brings significant improvements for developers looking to leverage the power of Apple’s new system-on-a-chip (SoC) technology, which has replaced Intel processors in the latest Mac models. With the M1’s performance advantages, NativeScript 8.8 enhances the development experience, particularly for those using macOS. In addition to Apple M1 support, NativeScript 8.8 integrates Webpack 5, which was released in October 2020. Webpack 5 focuses…

If you’re feeling a bit confused about what the US Supreme Court actually decided in the Google vs. Oracle case, you’re not alone. The common takeaway — that “Google won” with the court finding that Google’s use of the Java API did not violate copyright law — is true, but it only scratches the surface. Google presented two major arguments in its defense: first, that APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are not copyrightable, and second, that even if they are, Google’s use of the Java API within Android was protected under the fair use doctrine. However, the Supreme Court chose not…

In a significant shift for Android OS development, the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) has officially adopted the Rust programming language to help prevent memory-related bugs. Traditionally, development tasks in Android OS have relied heavily on C and C++, which, while offering performance benefits, are also notorious for introducing memory safety issues. With Rust now integrated into the Android development ecosystem, the goal is to reduce these risks and improve the overall security, stability, and quality of the platform. The Android team emphasized that ensuring the correctness of code has become a top priority, especially given that memory safety bugs…

In a significant move toward transparency and collaboration, Microsoft has decided to open source the standardization process for its C# programming language. By moving this work to a public repository within the .NET Foundation, Microsoft aims to make the entire process of C#’s evolution more accessible. This includes everything from designing new features to their eventual implementation and standardization, allowing the community to participate in discussions and contribute to the language’s future. The newly established GitHub repository, dotnet/csharpstandard, will serve as the primary workspace for the ECMA C# standard committee. This shift to an open environment is expected to streamline…

In a bold move that could shake up the Java ecosystem, Microsoft has introduced its own version of OpenJDK, aiming to offer a competitive alternative to Oracle’s Java distribution. The new release, called Microsoft Build of OpenJDK, is a freely available, long-term support distribution of open-source Java. This announcement is likely to stir competition in the Java market, as Microsoft aims to position itself as a key player alongside Oracle. The Microsoft Build of OpenJDK includes binaries for Java 11 on popular operating systems like Windows, Linux, and macOS. Additionally, the company has provided an early-access version of Java 16…

Objective-C, once a dominant language in the Apple ecosystem, has seen a significant decline in popularity, as evidenced by its recent slip in the Tiobe Index. For the first time since late 2009, it has fallen out of the top 20 most popular programming languages. In the latest April ranking, Objective-C dropped to 23rd place with just a 0.67 percent share. This marks a considerable decline from its earlier standing, where it had held a top 20 position consistently for several years, even being named Tiobe’s Language of the Year in 2011 and 2012 due to its growth in popularity.…

Garbage collection (GC) is an essential feature of the .NET runtime, helping to manage memory automatically by reclaiming memory occupied by objects that are no longer in use. However, this process is not always as efficient as one might hope, especially when the GC is under pressure due to high memory usage or frequent allocations. When the system runs low on memory or GC.Collect() is manually invoked, the garbage collector is tasked with cleaning up unused objects, which can consume significant CPU resources, impacting the overall performance of your application. GC pressure occurs when the system needs to run the…

After a legal battle spanning more than a decade, the US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Google in its long-standing dispute with Oracle over the use of Java code in the Android operating system. In a 6-2 decision, the court concluded that Google’s use of Java’s API, which involved copying a small portion of the Java Standard Edition (SE) API, constituted “fair use” and did not infringe on Oracle’s copyrights. This landmark decision marks a significant victory for Google in its defense of Android and its approach to using open-source technology. The case centered on Google’s use of…

Functional programming (FP) has become an increasingly important paradigm in modern software development. While its roots can be traced back to the early days of programming, the rise of new languages and frameworks has brought functional programming into the spotlight once again. This article delves into the core concepts of functional programming, explaining its key principles and offering practical examples using JavaScript and Java. At its core, functional programming is about organizing code around functions. It emphasizes the use of functions to create clean, maintainable, and predictable software. Functional programming is not a language in itself, but rather a set…