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- Jul 17 2014
Working with D3.js and Canvas: When and How
We can create charts quickly when working with D3.js and standard DOM elements, but that comes with a key limitation: the number of nodes we can render is fairly small. Have you ever tried to render a scatterplot with 1000+ circles in SVG? If you have, then you’ve probably seen your browser crumble under the […]
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- data visualization,
- design,
- tutorial
- Jul 15 2014
A Look at New Classes from Bocoup
Back in May, we announced our updated lineup of classes. I want to take a moment to highlight some of our new additions we’re very excited about as well as some returning favorites. In this installment, we’ll look at the classes we’re offering in August. In a future post, we’ll take a look at what […]
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- Jul 14 2014
Improve Your Tests by Breaking the Rules
For many developers, writing tests is a hassle that would be best put off till tomorrow. For one, nothing can compete with the direct impact of writing great application logic. No user ever shared feedback like, “The UI was really pleasant and the functional tests were well-organized and readable.” There’s not much I can say […]
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- testing
- Jul 09 2014
JavaScript: LED Matrix Display with Johnny-Five on Node.js
The Johnny-Five Tutorial Series is geared towards Arduino programming on Node.js, using the Johnny-Five framework. Get caught up here. LED Matrix signs are everywhere: roadways (even cars themselves!), store awnings, offices, the grocery store deli, airports, train stations, taxi stands, libraries, alarm clocks, and so on. The use cases are so broad because the technology […]
Continue ReadingJavaScript: LED Matrix Display with Johnny-Five on Node.js - Jun 19 2014
Announcing MobileVis – Data Visualization on Mobile Devices
Back in January, we announced the receipt of a Prototype Fund grant from Knight Foundation to explore the question: how does one design data visualization for mobile devices? Why are we asking this question? Data Visualization is common in everyday communication online and in print media. As consumers shift to mobile devices for their daily […]
Continue ReadingAnnouncing MobileVis – Data Visualization on Mobile Devices - Jun 09 2014
JavaScript: ESC Programming and Brushless Motors on Intel Galileo
Previously: On-Board: Intel Galileo Programming with JavaScript and Node.js, and JavaScript: Verifying Analog Write on Intel Galileo At Bocoup, we’re commited to exploring JavaScript hardware programming; as a result of those efforts we’re excited to share a breakthrough today: This is especially exciting as it marks the first time ever that a JavaScript program was […]
Continue ReadingJavaScript: ESC Programming and Brushless Motors on Intel Galileo - Jun 05 2014
JavaScript: Laser Intrusion Detection with Johnny-Five on Node.js
The Johnny-Five Tutorial Series is geared towards Arduino programming on Node.js, using the Johnny-Five framework. Get caught up here. A fairly common security mechanism, the laser intrusion detection system (or laser trip wire), is actually the composition of two devices: Laser Photoresistor, or photocell The laser emits a beam of light directly at the photocell; […]
Continue ReadingJavaScript: Laser Intrusion Detection with Johnny-Five on Node.js - Jun 03 2014
JavaScript: Verifying Analog Write on Intel Galileo
Previously: On-Board: Intel Galileo Programming with JavaScript and Node.js When working with emerging platforms, it’s common to find yourself in a position where the platform itself requires some form of testing or validation. Often, it’s not clear how to execute these sort of validations. Thankfully, when the platform’s hardware and software is completely open, the […]
Continue ReadingJavaScript: Verifying Analog Write on Intel Galileo - Jun 02 2014
Welcome Carl Danley
With the beginning of summer upon us, we’re excited to announce the first Floridian addition to our engineering team: Carl Danley! Carl’s been an active contributor to the WordPress community over the past few years while plying his trade at 10up, all the while his zest for JavaScript growing. He’s also been fairly prolific working […]
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- Jun 02 2014
CSS: Should we change the default for overflow?
For the CSS overflow property, should auto or hidden be the default instead of visible? If you write a lot of CSS, there is a good chance your immediate response would be “no way!” But hear me out! There are several awesome benefits to one of these being the default, and in my opinion, many […]
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- tools and workflow