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Next.js 15 Features
Exploring the new features in Next.js 15
A comprehensive look at what's new in Next.js 15, including React 19 support, improved performance, and new APIs.
How to Backup Your Supabase Database for Free
The Guide to Creating Database Backups Without Paid Plans
Learn how to backup your Supabase database using pg_dump and PostgreSQL tools, even on the free tier. Includes troubleshooting common connection issues and step-by-step instructions.
BJSL EULA v1
Bob James Software License and End User License Agreement
This is the first publicly released version of the Bob James Software Licence ("BJSL"), making our Software available free of charge for binary use and redistribution under the terms.
The Problem with Npm Install
Why npm ci Could Save Your Production Builds (and Your Sanity)
Discover why npm install creates inconsistent builds and how npm ci provides the reproducible, secure deployments your production environment desperately needs.
PowerShell Commands for Checking Windows Executable Properties
Inspecting Windows executable files (`.exe`) for their properties
Useful PowerShell commands when you need to inspect your newly built .EXEs
IIFE (Immediately Invoked Function Expression): A Complete Guide
Define and execute JavaScript functions immediately
Creating a private scope for your code, preventing variable pollution and naming conflicts in the global scope with IIFE.
Fixing npm.ps1 Cannot Be Loaded Because Running Scripts is Disabled on Windows
Let's Solve the Execution Policy Error and Get Back to Coding
Learn how to fix the 'npm.ps1 cannot be loaded' error in PowerShell by safely updating your execution policy on Windows.
Are Your Competitors Building AI Empires While You Sleep?
The Complete Blueprint for Transforming Your Business Into an AI-Native Operation
AI in Business, a practical guide. Learn how to use intelligence in business to augment, automate and stay ahead. Start now so you don't get left behind later.
Bob's Basic Guide to Markdown
A Quick and Practical Guide to Markdown Syntax You Can Use Right Now
Markdown is a lightweight markup language used to format text. I'm using right now to write this basic examples of Markdown article. Let's get started with the basic examples of Markdown to showcase some of Markdown's features.
React Hooks: A Complete Guide to Modern State Management
Master useState, useEffect, and custom hooks to build powerful React applications with clean, reusable code.
Learn everything you need to know about React Hooks, from the basics of useState and useEffect to creating powerful custom hooks. This comprehensive guide includes real-world examples and best practices for modern React development.