TLWI Dev #82

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Welcome back to another edition of our weekly newsletter! This week we have some exciting links to share with you that showcase how technology can enhance our lives and make us better developers. Let's dive right in!

Are you ready to get your hands dirty with mining crypto? Look no further than the incredible Duino-Coin, a coin that can be mined with almost everything, including Arduino boards. That's right, with just a few simple steps, you can start mining this cryptocurrency using the Arduino board that has been sitting on your shelf. Not only is it a fun project, but it's also a great way to learn more about cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

Developers, we know that you love APIs, especially when they're free! Check out this collective list of free APIs that are available for you to use in your projects. From weather APIs to APIs that provide data on sports, movies, and more, there's sure to be an API on this list that will add value to your project. And did we mention that they're all free?

Designing REST APIs is an essential skill for modern-day developers, which is why we're sharing this REST API Design guide. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about designing REST APIs, from the basics of creating a request-response model to best practices for versioning and handling errors. So if you want to level up your API design skills, be sure to check out this guide.

Have you ever wondered how writing blog posts can make you a better developer? Check out this post on how 1.5 years of writing posts on dev.to made me a better developer. In this insightful article, the author shares how writing about their coding journey helped them to better understand complex concepts, improve their communication skills, and ultimately become a better developer. Who knew that writing could be such a powerful tool for learning and growth?

Finally, we have a tool that's sure to boost your productivity and streamline your web development process. Meet Parcel, the zero configuration build tool for the web. With Parcel, you can easily bundle your code, optimize assets, and more, all without any configuration or setup. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started, Parcel is definitely worth checking out.

That's it for this week's newsletter. We hope you enjoyed these links and found them helpful. Stay tuned for more exciting tech news and updates next week!

Dennis

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