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Reduce Boilerplate Code With Scala Macros and Quasiquotes

The concise syntax of Scala usually helps developers avoid writing boilerplate. When repetitive code is required anyway, developers can use macros and quasiquotes to keep code clean and maintainable. Here’s how.

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Alain-Michel Chomnoue Nghemning

Alain-Michel Chomnoue Nghemning

As Chief Architect and Java expert for a remote work company, Alain has led software development teams to impact thousands of users’ work.

Brand Voice Guidelines: How to Develop Your Company’s Signature Communication Style

A company’s brand voice is its unique demeanor and style of delivery, and it shapes every customer interaction. How can companies define brand voice guidelines that inspire ongoing trust?

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Toptal Talent Network Experts

Toptal Talent Network Experts

In-depth analysis and industry-leading thought leadership from a panel of Toptal researchers and subject matter experts.

Prioritizing Health Pros' Pain Points in Connected Medical Device Design

In life-or-death situations, Internet of Medical Things-enabled devices are helpful only if healthcare professionals are willing to use them.

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Kyle Kotowick, Ph.D.

Kyle Kotowick, Ph.D.

Kyle Kotowick, PhD (MIT ‘18), is a solutions architect, an innovator, and the Founder and CEO of Invicton Labs.

How Roblox Became One of Gaming’s Hottest Companies

Roblox Corp. is an online gaming company with no history of blockbuster titles and whose biggest market is preteens. Yet, after its IPO in mid-March, the company’s value surpassed industry stalwart Electronic Arts Inc. So what’s the secret to its success?

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Michael J. McDonald

Michael J. McDonald

Michael J. McDonald is an award-winning journalist who has worked at Bloomberg News and Thomson Financial. He is a Senior Writer at Toptal.

How to Improve App Settings UX

Well-designed settings panels allow users to tailor apps to their needs and help companies lower customer-support costs. What techniques ensure effortless settings UX?

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Mayank Sharma

Mayank Sharma

Mayank specializes in creating user-centered designs and translating complex systems into beautiful web and mobile experiences.

Why Companies Shouldn’t Reintroduce All Travel Post-COVID-19

With health and safety concerns for workers, and liability and logistical concerns for companies, it’s just not worth returning to the operational status quo.

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Matthew M.F. Miller

Matthew M.F. Miller

Senior Writer Matthew M. F. Miller is a bestselling author with articles in the Los Angeles Times, The Dallas Morning News, and more.

A Kubernetes Service Mesh Comparison

As microservices architecture continues to evolve, interservice communication has become a significant challenge to manage. Service meshes are becoming the standard solution, but how do popular and up-and-coming service meshes compare?

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Guillaume Dury

Guillaume Dury

Guillaume is a DevOps engineer and developer whose Kubernetes and Docker expertise helped him launch two startups and start his own cloud consulting company in 2019. He was formerly a site reliability engineering manager at Duo Security (now part of Cisco), and holds a master’s degree in computer and telecommunications engineering from INSA Lyon.

As Talent Goes Remote, Smaller Cities Make Big Gains

San Francisco and New York City are not the draws they once were because of a surge in virtual work options. Now, surprising new hubs are emerging.

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Michael J. McDonald

Michael J. McDonald

Michael J. McDonald is an award-winning journalist who has worked for Bloomberg News and Thomson Financial. He is a Senior Writer at Toptal.

The Platform Mindset in API Product Management

A successful API strategy isn’t about building products; it’s about building potential. Good API product managers recognize this and prioritize the factors that smooth adoption for potential partners.

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Rohan Lulla

Rohan Lulla

Rohan has 10+ years of experience in product and engineering management for enterprises like Vodafone, Unilever, McDonald’s, and Domino’s.

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