Debugging IN THE Dark

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:00:01 +0000

some bugs scream, while others whisper. but the worst ones hide in the shadows. they slip past logs, contradict facts or exist only in our own assumptions. this is not about breakpoints or stack traces. it is about what happens when we have few or no clue. debugging in the dark is when data fails you, and what remains is your reasoning, curiosity and the gut.

At the lowest levels of computing where raw bits meet the metal, failures are loud and exact: For example a SIGSEGV means memory was not allocated. Similarly a SIGILL means a bad instruction. The path to resolution is straight, trivial and methodical.

Java: let’s do a SWOT!

Wed, 28 May 2025 07:00:02 +0000

“Java is to enterprise what electricity is to civilisation”

Java has transcended “being just a programming language - it has become a cultural icon. From academic syllabuses to heated tech debates, and from viral social media memes to pop culture references in movies, Java’s influence is everywhere. Few languages have had such an incredible run, shaping not just software but also conversations, careers, and even family.

Java, a stalwart in the programming world, has not only stood the test of time but has also shaped the evolution of modern software development. To the casual observer, it may seem like just another language, yet over the past three decades, Java has cemented itself as an integral part of the technology ecosystem. It has been the foundation for groundbreaking innovations and a cornerstone of academic research.

Gireesh Punathil on JAVAPRO International

Debugging IN THE Dark

Java: let’s do a SWOT!