Top 7 Featured DEV Posts of the Week

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Welcome to this week's Top 7, where the DEV editorial team handpicks their favorite posts from the previous week.

Congrats to all the authors that made it onto the list 👏

The Perceptron! [visually see an AI learn in real time! 👀]

GrahamTheDev ・ Feb 3

#ai #machinelearning #javascript #beginners

@grahamthedev helps us understand the fundamentals of AI by putting together an interactive demo that visualizes a model transition from knowing nothing to understanding something.

The Unexpected Struggle of Implementing Custom CAPTCHA on Linux

vatana7 ・ Feb 6

#csharp #aspdotnet #webdev #programming

@vatana7 shares their journey of implementing a custom CAPTCHA validation system on Linux, and the unexpected challenges they encounter.

How I learned to code with my voice

Salma Alam-Naylor ・ Feb 4

#webdev #a11y

@whitep4nth3r guides us through how she transitioned from keyboard-based coding to voice-based development, offering practical advice for others who might face similar challenges.

How I take notes with Neovim

Oscar ・ Feb 4

#neovim #vim #performance

@kurealnum shares their comprehensive Neovim setup for taking notes in both Markdown and LaTeX formats.

Not Just Code: The Real Skills That Define Great Software Engineers

Sergio Fiorillo ・ Feb 5

#softwareengineering #softwaredevelopment #careergrowth #beyondcoding

@smfiorillo outlines the crucial non-technical skills that truly define exceptional engineers, from problem understanding and business expertise to communication and adaptability.

Speed Up DB Queries Like a Pro

Athreya aka Maneshwar ・ Feb 6

#webdev #programming #beginners #database

@lovestaco introduces us to PostgreSQL indexing, explaining how different types of indexes work and when to use them effectively. Through detailed examples and practical scenarios, they demonstrate how to optimize database queries while considering the important trade-offs between read and write performance.

How we slashed CI build time using Go’s cache

Siddhant Khare ・ Feb 1

#cicd #go #caching #githubactions

@siddhantkcode shares how his team optimized CI pipeline performance by implementing efficient Go build caching in GitHub Actions.

And that's a wrap for this week's Top 7 roundup! 🎬 We hope you enjoyed this eclectic mix of insights, stories, and tips from our talented authors. Keep coding, keep learning, and stay tuned to DEV for more captivating content and make sure you’re opted in to our Weekly Newsletter 📩 for all the best articles, discussions, and updates.