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As artificial intelligence gets more advanced, robots are increasingly used to free humans from the risks of inspecting dangerous locations or the drudgery of routine visual surveillance. To provide some degree of autonomous decision, the robot often has cameras connected to an onboard Linux computer such as an NVIDIA Jetson or x86 single-board computer (SBC). If the application benefits from live 360-degree video, there are two approaches. The first, more difficult approach is to use multiple cameras and stitch the…

In this blog, we are going to explore some key differences between chat completion models (like those provided via the Chat Completions endpoint) and the more advanced OpenAI Assistants API. We will break down how these two approaches handle messages, conversation history, large documents, coding tasks, context window limits, and more. We will also look at how the Assistants API provides additional tools — such as code interpreters, document retrieval, and function calling — that overcome many limitations of chat…

Recently, the Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) updated its Top 10 Risks for Mobile Applications for the first time since 2016. The security risk at the top this time? “Improper credential usage.” This is a wake-up call to mobile app providers about the danger of hardcoded credentials and bad secrets hygiene in general. Mishandling the secrets your application uses, especially in mobile apps, can lead to devastating security breaches. Let’s take a closer look at this new top focus…

In my previous article on Pydantic, I introduced you to Logfire in one of the code examples as an observability platform designed to provide developers with insights into Python applications. In this article, you will get a deep dive into Logfire and its capabilities that will eventually simplify your Observability journey from tracing to debugging to logging. Logfire is an innovative observability platform developed by the creators of Pydantic, designed to provide developers with powerful insights into their Python applications.…

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) certifications have become crucial for professionals keen on securing cybersecurity and risk management roles. These certifications validate one’s skills and expertise, opening the door to new career opportunities in a dynamically changing environment.  With the increase in the demand for skilled GRC professionals, choosing the proper certification that aligns with your career goals and ambitions is crucial. This article explores the growing demand for GRC certifications and their key benefits and compares the top five…

In cloud computing, staying ahead requires keeping pace with the latest technologies and mastering them to derive strategic advantage. Today, I delve into AWS Karpenter, a revolutionary auto-scaling solution that promises to transform the efficiency and agility of your cloud architecture. Cloud architectures are the backbone of modern digital enterprises, enabling flexibility, scalability, and resilience. However, managing cloud resources, especially in a dynamic and scalable environment, can be challenging. Traditional auto-scaling solutions, while effective, often come with limitations in responsiveness…

In recent years, cloud-native applications have become the go-to standard for many businesses to build scalable applications. Among the many advancements in cloud technologies, serverless architectures stand out as a transformative approach. Ease-of-use and efficiency are the two most desirable properties for modern application development, and serverless architectures offer these. This has made serverless the game changer for both the cloud providers and the consumers. For companies that are looking to build applications with this approach, major cloud providers offer…

The system design of an audio streaming app is unique in how it deals with idiosyncratic business needs. Typically, audio streaming requires a large amount of data to be transferred within the limited bandwidth of the network communication channel.  A successful audio streaming service must handle millions of active users and thousands of content providers from various geographical locations. Different devices and platforms (smartphone, desktop, smart speaker) may support different audio formats such as MP3, FLAC, ALAC, and so on. …

On one side, U.S. laws expand data access in the name of national security. On the other hand, French SecNumCloud ensures digital independence for European businesses. Let’s break down the implications of these two models on cybersecurity, compliance, and the protection of critical infrastructure. Part I – Context and Challenges of Data Sovereignty Introduction The USA PATRIOT Act and the French SecNumCloud framework reflect two opposing visions of digital data management. The United States prioritizes national security, with laws allowing…