When it comes to programming for databases, choosing the right operating system can make all the difference. As a developer, I’ve always been on the lookout for tools that offer flexibility, security, and solid performance. Linux, a widely respected operating system in the open-source community, often comes highly recommended for database programming. But what makes […]
Contributing to the Linux kernel is both exciting and daunting. It’s the heart of one of the most important software systems in the world, powering millions of devices, servers, and computers globally. But how do you start? How do you go from simply using Linux to actually improving it? The idea of contributing to such […]
Polling in Linux is a fundamental technique used in system programming to monitor multiple file descriptors to see if any of them is ready for some class of I/O operation (e.g., reading or writing). In environments where multiple I/O sources need to be managed, such as network servers, user interfaces, or event-driven systems, polling allows […]
