Articles by Nate Swanner
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Google Officially Favors Kotlin Over Java, Says Half of Android Devs Use It
When Google first promoted Kotlin as an official language for Android, Java developers everywhere took notice. Now they’ll have to re-evaluate their approach to building apps, as Google says Andr… -
Microsoft Bundles ‘New’ Terminal, Linux Kernel in Windows 10
Did you want a flashy Terminal with an opaque background and emojis? Were you itching for more Linux in Windows 10? Microsoft delivered on both fronts this week at its annual Build developers con… -
5 Tips for Writing Your First Cover Letter
For those just getting into the tech workforce, a solid cover letter is critical. A lack of experience on your résumé is a tough hurdle to overcome, but a carefully crafted cover letter can help… -
Survey: Which Tech Events Excite You Most in 2019?
It’s Spring, which means endless tech events! Every large tech company (Apple, Google, and Microsoft, most notably) has one. Which are you most excited for? This week, both Google I/O and Microso… -
Google I/O 2019: What to Expect, From Pixels to Privacy
Google I/O starts May 7 in Mountain View, California at the Shoreline Amphitheater. The three-day event will touch on all things Google, from Android Q to machine learning and the company’s Pixel… -
Weekend Roundup: Anki Abandons Bots, Apple Agitates, Facebook Fails
It’s the weekend, and you’re probably tired from last night. Or preparing for something going on later today (happy Cinco de Mayo!), or just wasting time while waiting in line at the grocery stor… -
Project Management: It’s Scrum or Nothing, Says New Study
A lot of attention is paid to Scrum, but how widely used is it? According to a new study, it’s the leading project management methodology. The second most widely used is... well, nothing at all.… -
MongoDB Buys Realm, Promises ‘Bright’ Future For All
It's an acquisition out of left field: MongoDB is buying Realm for $39 million in cash. The deal is expected to close in MongoDB’s second quarter, which runs through July. Realm exists primarily… -
Facebook, Udacity Team Up for ‘Private Artificial Intelligence’ Courses
Facebook is partnering with Udacity to supply learners with a course in “secure and private” artificial intelligence (A.I.). And yes, “Secure and Private AI” is the name of the course, which will… -
Siri Shortcuts May Hit macOS This Fall (RIP Automator?)
In 2016, Apple and its Automator/AppleScript boss Sal Soghoian parted ways. Now, it seems Siri Shortcuts is poised to replace Automator on macOS. According to a report from 9to5Mac (citing “peopl…