There were 22 Billion internet connected devices in the world at the end of 2018. Therefore much more total computing devices including the ones that are not connected. Plus, by 2024 the number must be substantially higher. These devices run various programs written in different programming languages. Some run boring mainframe code, while others run…
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Rust Programming Language learning roadmap
Rust is a multi-paradigm, general-purpose programming language exploding in popularity. But what makes it special? Rust offers a unique blend of blazing speed, unparalleled memory safety, and powerful abstractions, making it ideal for building high-performance, reliable systems. This blog delves into the Rust Programming Language learning roadmap Why Embrace Rust? Language Fundamentals: Understanding the Building…
BERYL – new breakthrough Acoustic Echo Cancellation by Meta
I attended Meta’s RTC@Scale 2024 Conference where Meta talked about two new major changes that it accomplished while revamping the audio processing core stack. BERYL – new breakthrough Acoustic Echo Cancellation by Meta and MLOW – a new low bitrate audio codec fully written in software. this blog contains notes on Beryl. PDF of handwritten…
Demystifying WebRTC
WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication) has revolutionized the way web applications handle communication. It empowers developers to embed real-time audio, video, and data exchange functionalities directly within web pages and apps, eliminating the need for plugins or additional downloads. This blog’s attempts in demystifying WebRTC is the first step in learning the basics of this technology….
NTP – Network Time Protocol
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, precision in timekeeping is the silent force that synchronizes the digital world. Behind the scenes of our daily digital interactions lies a network of intricate systems working tirelessly to ensure that every device, every transaction, and every communication is precisely timed. At the heart of this network is NTP…
IPv6 – NDP, SLAAC and static routing
Engineers working on network deployment, maintenance and debugging may feel like being caught in the endless journey transcending between various realms. Fret not, IPv6 deployments are getting easier, and more help is coming ! In the mean time lets understand what is NDP, SLAAC and static routing in IPv6. Solicited-node multicast address NDP SLAAC DAD IPv6…
Types of IPv6 addresses
IPv6 is gaining traction and is starting to be deployed rapidly. Adding fuel to this fire is advancements in AI / ML , AR / VR, financial markets and other technologies. Below is accurate and exhaustive list of different types of IPv6 addresses and its use