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Using the Phalcon PHP Framework with MySQL Some PHP frameworks now support the model-view-controller (MVC) design pattern, most notably the open source Phalcon framework. Phalcon has the lowest level of overhead due to memory and CPU for MVC applications, and it supports object-relational mapping features. Here's how you can get started with Phalcon and MySQL. |
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Narrow versus Strong AI: The Future of Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence is one of the fastest growing fields in technology, but there’s still a lot of uncertainty surrounding what truly qualifies as AI, the different types of AI, and how quickly AI is advancing. How do we differentiate AI that updates us on today’s weather from AI that can think and act on its own? |
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Choosing a Font for Software with a Global Audience As more businesses are establishing a worldwide presence, our approach to software must consider globalization and localization. So when it comes to designing the user interface for our apps and websites, we must consider good typography. Here's what to take into account when choosing fonts for international products. |
