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Month: January 2026

What Is an API and Why It Exists in Almost Every Service

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On January 8, 2026

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Illustration of a waiter with the inscription API taking an order from a user at a table and passing it to the kitchen with the inscription Server.
API as a universal way of interaction between different parts of a service

API stands for Application Programming Interface, which is a software interface for interaction between different systems. Simply put, an API is a set of clear rules that allow one program to communicate with another, send a request, and receive a response. End users usually do not see APIs and rarely think about their existence, yet they use them constantly. Logging in with Google, paying by card on a website, displaying the weather, exchange rates, or delivery status — all of this works thanks to APIs.

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Programmers’ Day Becomes an Official Holiday in Ukraine

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On January 7, 2026

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Programmer's workplace with computer, code on screen and digital infrastructure elements.
Official recognition of the professional day of software development specialists

On January 7, Ukraine celebrates Programmers’ Day at the state level for the first time. This is a new professional holiday that received official status at the end of last year and is dedicated to specialists in the field of information technology. Its introduction became a logical step given the role of the IT industry in the country’s modern life and its impact on the economy, security, and the development of digital services.

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For Which Tasks a Dedicated Server Is an Excessive Solution

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On January 7, 2026

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A stationary server next to a laptop on a table, a simple game running on the laptop screen, a cup and a houseplant nearby.
Comparing powerful server hardware with simple tasks

A dedicated server is often perceived as a universal solution for any online project. It is associated with maximum reliability, full control, and performance headroom “for growth.” However, in practice there are many situations where such infrastructure is excessive. In these cases, it does not provide real advantages but instead creates additional costs, complicates administration, and can even slow down project development.

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