Codenight Weekly 035
Welcome back, CodeNight crew! This week, our community has been buzzing with innovative projects, job opportunities, and spirited discussions.
Developer Shout-Outs
Solo Codes’ Opus Music App: Solo Codes launched Opus, a music streaming app built from scratch with Flutter and Supabase, integrating Spotify data for a seamless user experience. Innovative alternatives to existing platforms empower user choice. Try Opus.
Echolog Goes Open Source: Anexon announced that Echolog, a voice journaling and mood tracking app, is now open source. Key Takeaway: Open-source projects foster collaboration and learning. 1. Project Link.
Benjamin’s StriveIn Push: Benjamin rallied support for StriveIn, Ethiopia’s freelancing platform, in a global pitch competition. Why It Matters: Community votes can elevate local startups. 1. Voting Link.
Nazrawi’s Staq Waitlist: Nazrawi shared Staq, a Duolingo-like platform for programmers, aiming for Silicon Valley. Key Takeaway: Ambitious ideas need community backing. 1. Join Waitlist.
Lala Tools: ተመስገን showcased Lala Tools, a collection of 40+ free online utilities for text, image, and code tasks. Key Takeaway: Accessible tools empower developers and non-coders alike. 1, 2. Project Link.
Kalu_W’s Table2Code: A tool to convert table data from Excel or web pages into SQL, TypeScript, JSON, and more, with data cleaning features. Why It Matters: Streamlined data conversion boosts productivity. 1. Project Link.
Benjamin’s StriveIn Pitch: Benjamin shared StriveIn, a local freelancing platform, seeking votes for a global pitch competition. Key Takeaway: Community support can elevate local startups globally. 1. Voting Link.
Telot Beta: A secure OTP verification service using Telegram bots, offering configurable digits and a dashboard. Why It Matters: Cost-effective solutions tailored for Ethiopia’s Telegram users. 1. Project Link.
Tech Community Updates
Dev’s Web Development Resources: Shared free courses like The Odin Project, FreeCodeCamp, and CS50 for web development. Accessible education fuels growth. 1.
Dockerized Django Deployment: A user asked about deploying Dockerized Django APIs, with MuRad suggesting Cloud Run. Community tips solve real-world challenges. 1, 2.
Better Auth 1.3 Release: This new update includes SSO, multi-team support, and performance improvements. Staying updated keeps developers competitive. 1. Release Notes
Netkas’s Industry Poll: A poll on the sustainability of rapid software industry changes, with 53 voters. Community insights shape tech perspectives. 1.
I F N A N’s Career Shift: I F N A N shared their transition from programming to UI/UX design for faster income. Career flexibility inspires adaptation. 1.
Zaphnath’s Computational Thinking: A shared video from Python Pioneers emphasized breaking problems into smaller parts for clearer solutions. Why It Matters: Computational thinking enhances problem-solving across disciplines. 1.
GitHub Pages Issue in Ethiopia: ΞΛZЏ reported GitHub Pages access issues, with ΞΛZЏ suggesting GitLab Pages as an alternative. Community solutions address local tech challenges. 1, 2.
Top Community Discussions
Ebenezer’s Scam Alert: Ebenezer warned about phishing emails targeting YouTube channels, shared in both English and Amharic. Community vigilance protects against cyber threats. 1, 2.
Coldplay Canoodlers Game: Dagim shared a game built with Cursor, poking fun at finding corporate figures in a crowd. Humor drives creative coding. 1. Play Here.
LinkedIn Rental Caution: Rental Agency’s LinkedIn profile rental post was met with skepticism by Corax. Community vigilance flags scams. 1, 2.
BrightUAT’s Exam Tips: A channel offering resources for Addis Ababa University’s UAT exam was promoted. Education support strengthens the community. 1.
Heated Social Discourse: A debate on societal contributions and racial stereotypes unfolded, with M advocating for equality and What making controversial claims. Respectful dialogue is crucial in diverse communities. 1, 2.
JavaScript and TypeScript Resources: Hébel asked for book recommendations, with ΞΛZЏ suggesting JavaScript.info. Curated resources accelerate learning. 1, 2.
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