Testing and fetishism
How silencing a failing test almost set our project on the downward spiral and why we should have known better.
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General chatter
Python for PHP Programmers: project u...
The Python for PHP Programmers book project: where it went, when it’s coming, what it will look like.
Resuming (more) regular posting
Excuses for absence. POPP Vol1 is published. POPP Vol2 is on the way. The Python book is in progress. Plans for the blog’s future content and platform.
Announcing PHP 8: Objects Patterns an...
PHP 8: Objects Patterns and Practice, 7th Edition Volume 1 is out! Volume 2 is complete in draft.
Python for PHP Programmers cover reveal
A sneak peek at the new cover design for Python for PHP Programmers, including some hat-oriented versions.
PHP Library for OpenAI Assistants API
UPDATED. We wrote a PHP API client for OpenAI’s Assistants API… by accident. Maintain state! Build smart knowledge bases! Integrate third party tools!
A late November check-in
Get the latest updates from Hidden Hat HQ, including new articles and book projects.
How not to be be an asshole
It’s nice to be nice. But even if you’re a meanie deep down inside, being good to your team is strategically the way to go.
Can Code be Art?
Where is the beauty in beautiful code? Can code be art or even poetry? Let’s kick that around a little.
Taking stock: a second site check in
How is the Hidden Hat project doing after two weeks? What is the plan to build traffic?
Hidden Hat: what’s in a name?
Why is this site named for a Hidden Hat? The answer takes in code debugging and a beloved 1970s TV character.
Hidden Hat Diary #1
In the first Hidden Hat diary entry, I introduce the site and the mission. Then I call for help.
A standing desk
Coders and writers are a sedentary bunch by and large. Because I’m both, I probably get a double dose of sitting around. Apparently sitting is the new smokin...
Hello world! (Inevitably)
This is the inevitable test post for this soft-launched iteration of Matt Zandstra’s getinstance() site. It’s all a bit bare bones round here at the moment ...