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How to Fix your Python Code's Style
Sometimes we inherit code that doesn't follow the style guidelines we prefer when we're writing new code. We could just run flake8 on the whole codebase and fix everything befo... Read more
December 10, 2018 -
Our Top Tip for Computer Security
‘Tis the season for shopping online, sending cute holiday e-cards, and emailing photos to grandparents. But during all this festive online activity, how much do you think about ... Read more
November 29, 2018 -
Django Depends on You: A Takeaway from DjangoCon
DjangoCon 2018 attracted attendees from around the world, including myself and several other Cakti (check out our DjangoCon recap post). Having attended a number of DjangoCons i... Read more
November 13, 2018
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Filtering and Pagination with Django
If you want to build a list page that allows filtering and pagination, you have to get a few separate things to work together. Django provides some tools for pagination, but t... Read more
October 18, 2018 -
Better Python Dependency Management with pip-tools
I recently looked into whether I could use pip-tools to improve my workflow around projects' Python dependencies. My conclusion was that pip-tools would help on some projects, ... Read more
September 18, 2018 -
Caktus Embraces GDPR Compliance (and you can, too!)
If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably here for one of two reasons: A) You’re a European firm who’s interested in hiring Caktus, in which case: Yes, we’re GDPR compliant... Read more
August 6, 2018
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Dec 11, 2018 5:30 p.m.
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Caktus Group Tech Space | 108 Morris St., Suite 1B, Durham, NC 27701
Have fun. Do good. Co-led by CTO Colin Copeland. This evening is like a study hall for ways to improve Durham. Join technologists, designers, developers, data scientists, map makers, and activists who are working on civic technology projects. This night is for those who want to: Work on existing civic ... Learn more
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Dec 17, 2018 6:00 p.m.
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Have a project you want to show off, share, seek help with, or just get some work done surrounded by like minded python lovers? Join us for our monthly third Monday Durham Project Night and do just that! Don't have something to work on? Show up and enjoy the energy, ... Learn more