Imagine ordering your favorite taco from a food truck parked outside your office. It’s instant, hot, and satisfying. Now imagine the same taco coming from a kitchen 2,000 miles away. Still warm? Probably not. That’s kind of what happens with cloud servers located far from your users. Enter edge functions. They’re the food…
In the world of digital audio production, access to quality sound libraries is essential. Musicians, producers, and sound designers often collect audio assets stored in various compressed formats, such as ZIP files. These ZIP files might contain SoundFont (*.sf2) files, a popular format used for high-quality instrument simulation. But what if you want…
We all love a good map. Whether you’re exploring the unknown or just trying to find your way to the nearest pizza place, maps are essential. And chances are, you’ve used Google Maps. It’s fast, it’s detailed, and it feels like magic. But there’s a small catch — it collects your data. Lots…
In the world of tech, few places are as iconic as Microsoft’s campus in Redmond, Washington. Tucked within that sprawling campus is a building with a unique past and a bright future—Building 30. For years, Building 30 stood as a symbol of innovation. It was once home to some of Microsoft’s most ground-breaking…
When you’re getting into the world of DJing, sound matters. Maybe you’re wondering how to get the best possible setup. You’ve already got a pair of cool DJ speakers. You’re ready to blast your beats. But then someone asks, “Do you have a subwoofer?” You pause. Do you need one? And if so,…