Building a Secure and Efficient MQTT-HTTP Gateway with Node.js

In a world buzzing with distractions, maintaining focus and productivity can feel like trying to catch a greased pig. Whether it’s the relentless ping of notifications, the lure of social media, or the temptation to procrastinate, staying on task requires a solid strategy. One technique that has stood the test of time for its simplicity and...

One of my recent projects involved coding a simple .NET app that signs PDFs in bulk using Proxkey digital signature. These purchased CA verified digital signatures, like eMudhra and Proxkey, typically come with their own custom apps which can digitally sign PDFs. You can even use software like Adobe Reader for this purpose. However, the...

Creating a customer management system (CMS) is a great way for beginners to learn PHP and MySQL. This hands-on project will guide you through the process of building a simple CMS from scratch, covering database design, CRUD operations, and form handling. What is a customer management system? A customer management system is a tool used to store...

When businesses decide to implement an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, the focus often zeroes in on the initial price tag. However, the true cost of ERP implementation extends far beyond the upfront investment. Hidden costs can significantly impact the overall budget and success of the project. In this article, we will delve into the...

Extracting text from a PDF is usually straightforward when it’s in English and doesn’t have embedded fonts. However, once those assumptions are removed, it becomes challenging to use basic python libraries like pdfminer or pdfplumber. Last month, I was tasked with extracting text from a Gujarati-language PDF and importing data fields such as...