With Node.js you can not only quickly build stable and scalable web applications using modules and packages, but also customising each element with it is easier than with any other backend technology available.

The app development process involves countless decisions, though few are as important as the language you choose to bring your project to life. Two of the most popular and powerful programming languages in use today are Python and Java.

Are you planning a machine learning project and deciding between Python and R? You’re in the right place. Python and R share many characteristics. They're the two most popular tools used by data scientists. They're both open-source and free. But while Python was designed as a general-purpose programming language, R was developed for statistical analysis. Read on to find out what are the pros and cons of Python or R for projects that take advantage of machine learning.

Ever considered using Node.js for CPU-intensive computing? If so, you must be aware that it is not the best way to go. This, however, may change in the future as a new face of Node.js is appearing on the horizon.

I believe there are various ways to tell the story of Raisin. But let me take a shortcut. Here are some numbers behind the Berlin-based company that aims to build a leading one-stop shop for savings and investments in Europe.

When it comes to web development, the framework you decide to use is vital. Django is a free, open source, high-end framework written in the famously simple, flexible, and relatively easy-to-learn Python programming language. Initially released in 2005, it’s used by thousands of programmers every year, owing to its friendliness to beginners and advanced users alike.

With over 90% of our clients hailing from abroad, Netguru battle-tested both development and design teams in various environments, cultures and timezones. With one client, we collaborated with teams scattered across the US and Australia. With another, we have worked with three teams based in China, Israel and Poland. A story, shall we say it, typical to a global software and design consultancy.

From this piece - we call it Netguru’s Fintech Barometer - you will learn: The single most disruptive thing that may happen in the industry, according to Citigroup’s CEO The warning from JP Morgan and Chase CEO about feeling comfortable with being big How Bank of America and ABN Amro are tackling the fintech challenge (some interesting numbers here) Where MasterCard’s CEO sees an interesting fight between the fintech players and banks How fintech is boosting Tencent and Rakuten The unexpected impact of fintech on… ads on television In a nutshell - you are now reading the 2nd edition of the Netguru Fintech Barometer. The idea is that, each quarter, we scramble through all earning call and conference transcripts to check the pulse of the fintech industry.

Node.js has many advantages as a backend solution for your web app. It's widely used, easy to learn, and has a vibrant community around it. Node.js offers impressive performance, scales up and down quickly, and integrates seamlessly with other services. Additionally, it’s perfect for real-time communication, which is becoming a must for a growing number of projects.

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