Vert.x is a toolkit that provides a set of libraries and utilities to build reactive applications that run on Java Virtual Machine (JVM). These applications are resource-efficient, concurrent, and contain flexible features. Reactive applications are event-driven, i.e., they respond to changes or events in an asynchronous and non-blocking way. You…

Next.js is a React framework that provides a set of tools and features to help you build fast and scalable web applications. It is based on React, a popular library for creating user interfaces with components. However, Next.js goes beyond React by adding server-side rendering, static site generation, routing, data…

If you’re a Java developer, you’ve likely encountered the trio of “J”s — JVM, JRE, and JDK. While it’s tempting to gloss over these terms and focus on coding, having a grasp of these fundamentals can save you from potential pitfalls and embarrassment when working with the language. In this…

Before delving into the intricacies of forward and reverse proxy servers, it’s essential to grasp the concept of a proxy server and how it differs from a typical server. Think of a proxy server as your waiter; it serves as an intermediary between you and the chef. While it doesn’t…

Have you ever wondered how some people can make money by manipulating the order of transactions on a blockchain? Or how some transactions can be delayed or altered by the network participants? If so, you might be interested in learning about MEV or Maximal Extractable Value. MEV stands for “Maximum…

Web authentication is a crucial aspect of any web application that involves user data and interactions. However, web authentication is also vulnerable to various attacks, such as replay attacks, phishing attacks, or token theft. These attacks can compromise the security and privacy of both the users and the web applications. …

This article is a follow-up to my previous article, where I discussed the basics of authentication. I try to simplify the login and sign-up process. You can refer to that article here: How Authentication Works: A Step-by-Step Explanation of the Process Behind Signing Up and Logging… I recently wanted to build a project where I was required to have a feature to authenticate users. I was presented with…0xkishan.medium.com

I recently wanted to build a project where I was required to have a feature to authenticate users. I was presented with multiple options; I could use Google Sign In, for example, and some libraries to get this thing done. But that wouldn't quench my thirst for understanding what is…

Irecently started reading Data Intensive Application by Martin Klepminn, and it is one of the best books you can get your hands on. It talks about how data plays a vital role while building applications at scale. Data is the lifeblood of any modern application. Whether it is a web…