Pattern Matching and the Java instanceOf Operator
Lewis Coosner
2024-01-11
Lewis explains the instanceOf operator for pattern matching, and how to use the JEP documents to keep informed of new Java developments.
Coding Matters
The right side to resolutions
Jacqui Coosner
2024-01-11
We make resolutions because we believe in our ability to change and be better. We fail because our implementation approach is wrong.
Coding matters: TCOY and remember TIMTOWTDI
Jacqui Coosner
2023-12-07
For most of us, it is time to take a break and recharge batteries. Remember to take care of yourself. And there is more than one way to do it, so no need for FOMO if you have no special plans.
State of the Java Ecosystem
Lewis Coosner
2023-12-06
Lewis gets curious: which JVM/JDK versions are developers actually using, and from which manufacturers? He takes a look at various reports.
Coding matters: Boxes, boxes, everywhere
Jacqui Coosner
2023-11-23
We might have a paperless office, but what about all the boxes that our devices and appliances come in? That pesky warranty wants you to keep them!
The Law of Demeter
Lewis Coosner
2023-11-23
The Law of Demeter is a guideline for software design. It is also known as the principle of least knowledge. Simply put: “*Only talk to your immediate friends, don’t talk to strangers*.”
Coding matters: Paper, paper, everywhere
Jacqui Coosner
2023-11-16
Government officials have been talking about AI again. Not so long ago, they talked about preparing South Africa for 4IR. And before that, the political IT buzz word of the day was digitization. I suspect government digitization has only been a little more successful than fixing Eskom. It’s 2023 Digitization
Styles, Patterns and Idioms
Lewis Coosner
2023-11-15
We often see the terms “Architectural Style”, “Architectural Pattern”, “Design Pattern” and “Programming Idiom”. What do they mean? What are the differences between them?
Coding matters: The missing get-up-and-go
Jacqui Coosner
2023-11-09
My get-up-and-go is MIA and in deep hiding under an assumed name. Here are some time management techniques I find useful when I feel this sluggish.
Fluent Interfaces in Java
Lewis Coosner
2023-11-08
A fluent interface in Java makes it easier to use a class. Fluent interfaces make our Java code more readable. Lewis looks at some Java examples of fluid interfaces.