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Notes on software engineering, IIT Kanpur, and technology — 16 articles.
Non-Destructive Testing Methods in Civil Engineering
The ability to analyze various construction materials, components, existing structures without causing permanent damage to them is of paramount importance. This review article provides the earlier, recent advances and research about Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods in Civil Engineering, such as Visual Inspection (VI), Liquid Penetration Testing (LPT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic […]
How to enable Third-Party Cookies on your browsers?
What are cookies? Cookies are small files which are stored on a user’s computer. They are used to hold a modest amount of data specific to a particular client and website and can be accessed either by the web server or by the client’s computer. There are two types of cookies: First-party cookies are created […]
Unmasking the Damage Caused by Spam
Why is it necessary to combat spam? Spam started a number of years ago with modest advertising mailings, which over time, have developed into a serious technical, economic and even social threat. Communications overload. Spam blocks communication channels and creates traffic which has to be paid for by either the provider or the user (or […]
Freedom Is a State of Mind
Freedom is a concept that has long been revered and sought after by people all around the world. It is often associated with independence, liberty, and the ability to make one\’s own choices without interference or coercion. But what does it really mean to be free? Is it something that can be attained through external […]
Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Performance in an Individual
Over time scientists have begun to study why standard intelligence along isn’t enough to predict performance in an individual. They have realized that there is another type of intelligence that isn’t related to the standard cognitive intelligence…it\’s called emotional intelligence. The study of emotional intelligence has its roots in the work of Darwin who posited […]
8 Simple Rules To Develop Emotional Intelligence in Life
Undoubtedly, Emotional Intelligence has a significant relation to our performance and ultimately better quality of life. It is not merely a skill or competency; it is simply a way to live a life full of potential. It would be unfair if I say that we are master in it, but No, We all struggle with […]
Why Is Django Good For Web Development?
As a web developer, choosing the right framework for your projects is crucial. There are many options out there, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. One framework that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years is Django. So, why is Django good for web development? Here are a few reasons: It’s fast: […]
Getting Started With Competitive Programming
Competitive programming is a skill that every engineering student should possess. It helps to improve logical and problem-solving abilities, which are essential for any technical field. You might have heard about competitive programming from your seniors or friends. If you are new to competitive programming, this article will guide you on how to get started […]
Cybersecurity: Digital Personal Data Protection 2022
Internet has become an integral part of our daily life. It has transformed the way we communicate, make friends, share updates, play games, and shop. They are impacting most aspects of our day-to-day life. Cyberspace connects us virtually with crores of online users across the globe. With the increasing use of cyberspace, cybercrimes are also […]
Assessment of your Financial Fitness
Discipline: What are the ways in which you spend and save? Net Income: Should grow each year by at least 7% to 9% to keep up with inflation. Maintain multiple sources of income, both active and passive. The 50-30-20 rule: Allocate 50% of your income for need-based expenses, 30% for want based, and the remaining […]
IITian In Service Of The Nation
From maintaining the utilitarian website with lakhs views to becoming the National Social Service (NSS) & Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA), IIT Kanpur’s Student Coordinator, my life has been full of ups and downs and never short of a roller coaster ride. I have been living in a hostel away from my family for the past […]
How to use SSL-VPN at IIT Kanpur?
IITK Computer Centre has installed a Secure Socket Layer VPN (SSL-VPN) server to allow access to IITK computing resources through the public telecommunication infrastructure and the Internet. SSL-VPN employs encryption and other strong security protocols and allows two computers to create a private, secure communications tunnel through the Internet. This ensures that only authorized users […]
To Say or Not to Say
My name is Raja Babu, from IIT Kanpur. Oops, I think most of you would be knowing me. I feel grateful for the love and support that I received because of my website. A sophomore from CSE IITK, Alok Gautam, contacted me to share my experiences, and I was thinking about what to share. So, […]
Faith Recollection @ TheRkvvm
18th January 2013 I don\’t quite remember my first day in Vidyamandir, but I know the difference between my level that day and today. For everything I have acquired in my life, for what I am, for where I am today, I owe a lot to vidyamandir. Good morning, everybody present here. On this auspicious […]
Dynamics of Success
Dear readers, here are just a few suggestions. I may be wrong somewhere. 1. NEVER QUIT WHEN FACED WITH CHALLENGES.VK Bansal Sir( Bansal Classes, Kota), his determination, and dedication has organized an unknown industry to the tune of 5000 crores besides enlightening thousands of IITians 2. BELIEVING IN WHAT YOU THINK AND DO.ANNA and Kejarival, who have […]
Mental Toughness For IIT-JEE
I can not solve numerical problems because my concepts are not clear -> In fact, numerical solving itself is an exercise to learn concepts. I can not study because I am in depression. I fell into it because I was not studying -> Start studying, and don’t think about failures, as failure is an integral […]