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Best Internet Providers NZ

The digital landscape in our country has evolved rapidly, with reliable internet connectivity becoming an essential utility for homes and

NZ Chinese Digital Community launches

NZ Chinese Digital CommunityThis week we saw the public launch of the NZ Chinese Digital Communities web site, a lovely

Wikimedia Commons – National Portrait Gallery – Bleak House 2.0

National Portrait Gallery LondonThe National Portrait Gallery in London, NPG, is currently in legal dispute with the Wikimedia Commons and

Future of the Book

Post Kindle DX musingsI’ve had some interesting comments and feedback from my musings on the Kindle DX. I’m also hearing

Web Hosting: A Comprehensive Guide

Local Providers 1. MyHost MyHost is a homegrown hosting provider offering services tailored to local businesses and agencies. Pricing and

Programming solutions for PLD/CPLD Design

Mandeno Granville Electronics offer progammers for PLD/CPLD design, and also design services. These programmers support Vector testing ( and Vector

80C51 Core Variants and Vendors Overview

Simply the most sourced uC. Period. Sole Sourced cores uC expose users to “FAB Rationalise”, Allocation, EOL, or Price Racking

VGA-232 – Serial RS232 to VGA Display

VGA-232 is a small PC Module, developed to solve the need for better displays on POS and Embedded systems, and

Mod51 Benchmarks & Details

Some REAL WORLD code, (does YOUR controller sort prime numbers ?!) that illustrate the benefits of Modula-2’s low level operations,

Winbond Microcontroller DesignTools

Winbond Releases first 10 MIPS Flash C51 !! Winbond have supplied FLASH MTP 80C51 for some time, and have recently

C51 Family Winners

The C51 core has by far the largest horsepower range for a single core, and has many category Winners !Winner

Mod51 Structured Text Programming Language

Mod51 Structured Text Programming LanguageMandeno Granville Electronics are dedicated to providing ‘best in class’ tools for 80×51 controller development. As

How 5G is Enabling Smart Cities

The advent of 5G technology is set to revolutionise various sectors, including the development of smart cities. In New Zealand,

Full Stack vs. Specialized Development: Pros and Cons for New Zealand’s Tech Industry

In the rapidly evolving tech landscape of New Zealand, businesses and developers face a crucial decision: whether to adopt a

Essential Skills for Web Developers in 2024

The web development landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology and changing user expectations. In New Zealand, the

Essential Skills for Machine Learning Engineers

As New Zealand’s tech sector continues to flourish, the demand for skilled machine learning engineers is on the rise. With

Essential Skills for Fintech Developers in 2024

The fintech sector in New Zealand is experiencing rapid growth, driven by advancements in technology and the increasing demand for

Essential Skills for Embedded Systems Developers in 2024

Embedded systems are integral to our daily lives, powering everything from smartphones and home appliances to industrial machinery and medical

Essential Skills for E-commerce Developers in 2024

The e-commerce landscape in New Zealand is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology and changing consumer behaviours. As businesses

Essential Skills for Data Scientists in 2024

Data science is a rapidly evolving field that plays a critical role in various industries, from healthcare and finance to

Essential Skills for AR/VR Developers in 2024

The augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) industries are rapidly evolving, offering groundbreaking opportunities across various sectors such as

Challenges in Managing Big Data

Big data has become a cornerstone of modern business and governance, offering unprecedented insights and opportunities for innovation. However, managing

Challenges in Implementing Smart City Projects

Smart city initiatives are transforming urban environments worldwide, and New Zealand is no exception. With a focus on leveraging technology

Challenges in Developing Quantum Technology

Quantum technology, a frontier of modern science, holds the promise of revolutionising various sectors, from cryptography and optimisation to drug

Ethics in AI Development: A New Zealand Perspective

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries and societies worldwide, and New Zealand is no exception. While AI offers substantial

Essential DevOps Tools for Developers

In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, New Zealand developers are increasingly embracing DevOps practices to streamline software development and deployment

Essential Cybersecurity Skills for New Zealand Developers

In an increasingly digital world, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for businesses and individuals alike. For developers in New

Blockchain Applications Beyond Cryptocurrency

Blockchain technology, often synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, has far-reaching applications that extend well beyond digital currencies. In New Zealand,

AWS vs Azure: Which is More Popular Among New Zealand Developers?

The cloud computing landscape in New Zealand is rapidly evolving, with both Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure vying

Universities Leading in Quantum Computing Research

Quantum computing is poised to revolutionise the way we process information, solve complex problems, and understand the universe. New Zealand’s

New Zealand’s Role in the New Space Race

New Zealand has emerged as a significant player in the global space industry, leveraging its unique geographical advantages, innovative spirit,

AR Applications in New Zealand Education

In recent years, augmented reality (AR) has emerged as a transformative tool in education, offering immersive and interactive learning experiences

Agile Development Practices in New Zealand Tech Companies

New Zealand’s technology sector has been rapidly evolving, with many companies embracing agile development practices to stay competitive and responsive

Upload a photo from an iPhone with Base64 encoding using multipart form data

Step-by-Step Guide 1. Convert the Image to Base64 First, you need to convert the image to a Base64 encoded string.

Popup a UIPickerView from the bottom of a UIScrollView in response to a UITextField selection

This approach will: Remember to implement the UIPickerViewDelegate and UIPickerViewDataSource protocols to populate the picker with data and handle selections.

How to send multipart (HTML and plain text) emails with attachments using Rails:

This setup will: Remember to replace the SMTP settings with your actual email provider’s details. For production, it’s recommended to

Rails migration data types

Rails Type MySQL PostgreSQL SQLite :binary blob bytea blob :boolean tinyint(1) boolean boolean :date date date date :datetime datetime timestamp

Here are the key points for implementing HTTP Basic Authentication with UIWebView on iOS:

swift webView.loadRequest(request) The key is adding the encoded credentials to the request headers and handling any authentication challenges that come

How To: Persist Rails or IRB Console Command History After Exit

If you’ve ever been frustrated by losing your command history after exiting the Rails or IRB console, you’re not alone.

glTail – Visual Log Analyzer

glTail is another visual log viewer. It can in real time (like logstalgia) show you traffic to your site. glTail does

AS3 – Actionscript 3 – globalToLocal & localToGlobal

I’m hacking to pieces the Open Flash Charts in a project I am working on. One bit required me to

How To: Installing Ruby on Rails on Ubuntu Lucid Lynx 10.04 Server

Ruby on Rails is a powerful web application framework that allows developers to create robust, database-backed applications quickly and efficiently.

Rails Date Formats – strftime

StrFTime Format Codes for Ruby on RailsYear%Y year with century 2007%y year without century 07%C century number (year divided

ATI Radeon HD 5800 Eyefinity with 24 Monitors

Wanting more than 2 screens up until late has been the realm of the hard core enthusiasts. Now it is

Failed to parse existing X config file ‘/etc/X11/xorg.conf’

If you are trying to save your xorg.conf file after changing settings in the nvidia-settings app you may need to

How to Pull a Git Branch from Remote: A Quick Guide

In the world of collaborative software development, working with Git branches is a fundamental skill. One common task you’ll encounter

How do I use Facebook’s restserver.php?

Facebook’s API is crap. I am integrating Facebook Connect into our website and I have struggled to no end on

Accessing GitHub Behind a Proxy or Firewall Using Corkscrew

In today’s interconnected world, accessing essential development tools like GitHub is crucial for software development. However, being behind a proxy

NZOSS OpenChat: Empowering New Zealand’s Open Source Community

In the digital age, communication and collaboration are vital to the success of any community, especially within the realm of

Why Users Need to Control the Means of Communication

In an increasingly digital world, the means of communication have become more diverse and complex. From emails and social media

Creative Commons, Wikimedia Commons, and Crowdsourced Photos: Empowering the Digital Age

In the digital era, the way we create, share, and consume media has undergone a significant transformation. Platforms like Creative

Why the World Needs Firefox and Other Competitor Browsers

In the digital age, web browsers are our gateways to the internet. They enable us to access information, communicate, and

List of Open Source Software Alternatives

In an era where digital tools are essential for both personal and professional tasks, the choice of software can significantly

How to Block Advertisers Creepily Tracking You with Firefox

In today’s digital age, online privacy is a growing concern, especially in New Zealand where internet usage is widespread. Advertisers

The Top 5 Cybersecurity Threats to Watch Out for in 2024

As we navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity remains a critical concern for individuals and organisations alike. With technology advancing

The Top 10 Productivity Apps for Remote Workers

As remote work continues to shape the modern workplace, having the right tools at your fingertips can make all the

The Benefits of Artificial Intelligence in Business

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the way businesses operate across various sectors. From retail to healthcare and finance, AI is

How to Choose the Right IT Consultant for Your Business

In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses of all sizes rely heavily on technology to stay competitive. However, navigating the complex

A Beginner’s Guide to Cloud Computing

Cloud computing has become an integral part of our digital lives, transforming the way we store, access, and process data.

Digital Britain – and the ones who say no

Internet UK – No thanksIn contrast to the recommendations of Digital Britain around infrastructure and innovation, today, the Oxford Internet

NZ Community Repository Kete 1.1 released

The news that the community repository software, Kete has a new release with a bunch of new features is a

Is the ICT profession ready for the 18th Century?

Catching Up This post is by way of a pit stop for regular visitors to PeoplePoints – of which –

Richard Stallman in Auckland 8th August 2008

For many people, the Internet legend, Richard Stallman needs no introduction. Nor does the picture. However, for those who do,

National Digital Forum 2010 Conference Linking data, linking people

New Zealand National Digital ForumThe NDF in New Zealand, Aotearoa is a collection of 150 organisations, including museums, libraries, galleries,

Te Ara and the new black of linked data

Te Ara – The economy and the cityThursday night the rain drummed its way down Queen Street in Auckland, making

Paul Reynolds: A Digital Pioneer Who Shaped New Zealand’s Internet Landscape

Paul Reynolds, a name synonymous with New Zealand’s early internet adoption and digital advocacy, left an indelible mark on the

The Top 10 Productivity Apps for Remote Workers

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re part of the growing tribe of Kiwis who’ve swapped the office cubicle for

The AI Revolution: Not Just for Silicon Valley Anymore

Artificial Intelligence isn’t just for Silicon Valley, It’s here, it’s now, and it’s ready to give your business a leg

How to Pick a Top-Notch IT Consultant

1. Know What You’re After Before you start ringing up every IT consultant from Auckland to Invercargill, take a step

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