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JavaScript Detect Async Function
29.4.2019
JavaScript async/await has changed the landscape of how we code. We’re no longer stuck in callback or then hell, and our code can feel more “top down” again. Async functions require the following syntax: async function myFunction() { } To use await with a function, the function...
Build a Decentralized Web Chat in 15 Minutes
25.3.2019
In this 15 minute tutorial we’re going to build a simple decentralized chat application which runs entirely in a web browser. All you will need is a text editor, a web browser, and a basic knowledge of how to save HTML files and open them in the browser. We’re going...
The Biggest Barrier to Building in DeFi
25.3.2019
DeFi services have the potential to make managing finances easier than ever before: We’ve entered the era of programmable financial instruments. DeFi promises us complete control over our funds, stronger security infrastructure, seamless payment functionality, and investment options previously only...
Hacked Exchange Cryptopia Promises to Compensate Lost Funds, Morgan Creek Digital Backs Ikigai Asset Management
21.3.2019
Hacked New Zealand cryptocurrency exchange Cryptopia has emailed its customers telling them about the security breach that happened on Jan. 14 and how it plans to move forward including a plan to compensate those affected by the hack. The exchange […]
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Write Your First Service Worker in 5 Minutes
18.3.2019
What is a service worker? A service worker is a little file that will allow you to cache files and other assets on a user’s machine. How is this different from server-side caching? Because the assets are stored on a user’s machine, rather than a server, there is no need to go across...
Background Sync with Service Workers
3.1.2019
Service workers have been having a moment. In March 2018, iOS Safari began including service workers — so all major browsers at this point support offline options. And this is more important than ever — 20% of adults in the United States are without Internet at home, leaving these...
JavaScript waitForever
10.12.2018
Writing mochitests for new features in DevTools can be difficult and time-consuming. There are so many elements interacting in an async manner that I oftentimes find myself using the debugger to debug the debugger! In the case where it’s unclear what interaction isn’t working...
The Dark Side of Promises
9.4.2018
Since the release of es6 many new features have found their way into NodeJS, but non had quite the same impact as promises. Promises have been developed for the browser before es6 was even a thing. There were several implementations that have been used like jQuery’s deferred object before...
15 Interesting JavaScript and CSS Libraries for February 2018
15.2.2018
The list of hot new resources this February includes awesome open source galleries, libraries for handling HTTP with Promises, WYSIWYG editors and more!
EOS: Unpacking the Big Promises Behind a Possible Blockchain Contender
25.6.2017
Dan Larimer says his new project has an infinitely scalable blockchain, but skeptics doubt the controversial figure's ability to pull it off
BioWare Promises Big Changes For Mass Effect: Andromeda, Starting Thursday
4.4.2017
Mass Effect: Andromeda had a couple of rough weeks thanks to high-profile technical issues, animation wonkiness, and general fan disappointment. In response to that feedback, BioWare has announced improvements to Andromeda that will start easing out the visual kinks, while also teasing some major...