Best of InfoWorld — February 2024

1. 1
   Article

   InfoWorld·2y

   Why developers should put the database first

   Developers are being advised to prioritize the database in their application development journey. Data is considered the most important element of computing and should be the first choice in the technology stack. Various options, such as SQLite, NoSQL databases, and Neurelo, can help developers put the database first.

   39
2. 2
   Article

   InfoWorld·2y

   Visual Studio Code adds ‘Hey Code’ voice command

   Visual Studio Code 1.86 introduces the 'Hey Code' voice command and per-window zoom levels.

   14

   3
3. 3
   Article

   InfoWorld·2y

   When to use classes, structs, or records in C#

   This post explores the concepts of classes, structs, and records in C# programming. It discusses their features, capabilities, and limitations, and provides guidance on when to use each type. The post also includes code examples and explanations for creating and working with classes, structs, and records.

   10
4. 4
   Article

   InfoWorld·2y

   Is AI making our code stupid?

   Coding tools like GitHub Copilot can help developers author code 55% faster, but it may lead to code churn and bloated code that creates security nightmares. It is important for developers to embrace AI tools while maintaining good coding practices.

   10