### Focus of Bootcamps on the market
The focus of short-term coding bootcamp courses in the market is to provide students with a basic understanding of programming. The aim of these courses is not to enable you to write professional code or maintain a large-scale project for a company.

After completing these courses, you may have acquired basic programming knowledge, some classroom notes and recordings, or some coding templates. However, you may not be able to work independently and maintain all projects.

### Why can't graduates work for long after graduation?
Many graduates of coding courses in the market may enter the industry and work on software development projects or maintain internal systems for companies. Unlike development projects, internal systems in companies require high maintainability. Unfortunately, short-term courses in the market do not emphasize training in this aspect.

Engineers who lack awareness of system maintenance often do not use modular features, lack supportive documentation, or have no comments in their source code. When there is a software bug, they need to start debugging from scratch. If it is a small system, it may be manageable, but as time goes on, internal systems in companies will only get bigger and more complex, making it increasingly difficult to maintain.

Graduates who work on developing internal systems for companies can usually cope with the workload in the first year, but they will start to fall behind in the second year, feel uncomfortable at work, and then want to switch jobs.

### Codeble's focus - Maintainable code
Codeble's coding courses are based on the premise of maintainable code, teaching students proper system framework design and how to write concise code.

In class, we do not focus on basic programming knowledge. Instead, we teach students to use the Test-driven development (TDD) method to program. Students will first receive practical tasks and then continuously try to code, learn from failures, and continuously improve the code.

This learning process can be confusing for students at first, but our mentors not only provide appropriate technical guidance but also guide students on how to strengthen their willpower and fearlessly move forward. Because students have this kind of mental training beforehand, they can continue to improve and work independently in the workplace in the future.

When students can write concise code with complete annotations, have correct system framework design, and modularize functions, they will have the confidence and ability to debug programs or make major system changes in the future.

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### Sharing from Codeble students
One Codeble graduate was assigned to a large project. Although he felt lost and confused at first, he remembered the TDD method taught by Codeble mentors.

He broke down the project's functions into many small parts and then tried to program and test each part, fixing problems until they were resolved. In this way, his project was completed step by step.

Later, he shared with everyone: "Fortunately, I learned problem-solving methods in Codeble. In this project, TDD was the only way to push the project forward."

Codeble's education policy is not about basic knowledge but about teaching students lifelong problem-solving methods. When we face new challenges, we may feel lost, and at this time, we may be hesitant to move forward. Only by bravely trying and doing without stopping can things move forward, and opportunities will arise.


Codeble's coding courses are based on the premise of maintainable code, teaching students proper system framework design and how to write concise code. When students can write maintainable code, they will have the confidence and ability to debug programs or make major system changes in the future.


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Why does Codeble emphasize that maintainable code is essential?

### The Beginning of iPlanter
It all began with a story of going to buy vegetables after work.

For the sake of his own and his family's health, he would buy fresh vegetables every day. But it wasn't always a guarantee that he could buy fresh vegetables every day.

Sometimes he would finish work late and the market would only have a few spoiled vegetables left, which he couldn't pick. On windy and rainy days, the vegetables in the market became expensive and there were few options. Even if he managed to buy fresh vegetables, he worried about residual pesticides and had to spend a lot of time washing them clean.

He had the idea of "growing his own vegetables". When it comes to indoor planting, only soilless cultivation is possible. So, he bought several large hydroponic systems and placed them on his balcony, hoping to achieve self-sufficiency in vegetable supply.

However, having a hydroponic machine was not a one-time solution. He needed to prepare nutrient solution from time to time and monitor whether there was enough sunlight.

He wanted a fully automated system, but unfortunately there was none on the market. So, he embarked on the road of "building his own hydroponic vegetable machine".

"He" is the founder of iPlanter.

### iPlanter - Romance of Technology
The romance of iPlanter lies in democratizing expensive equipment, making it possible for everyone to enjoy the convenience that technology brings.

One of the biggest selling points of iPlanter is its ability to automatically adjust the optimum nutrient solution concentration. Expensive sensors are required to read the nutrient solution concentration.

There are also some amateur developers in the industry who develop machines that can automatically adjust the nutrient solution concentration. However, they spare no cost and use some industrial-grade parts, without finding ways to reduce costs so that more people can benefit.

The iPlanter development team invested all their effort into building the machine. During the planting process, you don't need to worry about it and can easily grow your favorite vegetables.

### The Romance of Technology Spreading

Romance may seem silly. But it is precisely because of its purity that it can change the world.

Hong Kong is a very dense city, and most people's living spaces are very limited, making it unsuitable for placing large hydroponic machines.

Codeble's iPlanter is actually a hydroponic controller that can be connected to any hydroponic frame. You can buy hydroponic frames on Taobao or make your own shelves and connect them with water hoses. You can design, control, and manage how the planting frame matches your home.

By the way, we are developing a hydroponic frame that is very suitable for use in Hong Kong and will be launched soon. Stay tuned.

With iPlanter, you can grow vegetables that are rich in water and have a crisp, sweet taste with little time and effort, bringing a sense of achievement.

The romance of iPlanter lies in our serious use of technology to solve the most basic problems in life - food problems. Hong Kong cannot be self-sufficient in food, weather can affect the supply of fresh vegetables, and planting vegetables in soil can retain a large amount of residual pesticides... iPlanter is the starting point to solve these problems. As long as everyone takes the first step, the world will change because of this step.

iPlanter is the romance of technology. Let us spread this romance. 

The iPlanter development team invested all their effort into building the machine, ultimately creating a fully automated hydroponic system. The romance of it lies in making expensive technology accessible to everyone, allowing anyone to enjoy the convenience it brings.

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### Water-based Planting is Like a Cultivation Game
iPlanter is a water-based planting machine that circulates nutrients through water. You no longer need soil or to water the plants, and you can watch as seedlings grow into edible vegetables. In the process, you will experience the growth of life and marvel at its wonder.

iPlanter is a real-life machine that allows children to develop curiosity about nature and experience happiness that cannot be obtained from electronic games. Although children can handle most of the tasks, some projects require parental assistance, such as setting up shelves. Because it is not an electronic game, children cannot just press a button to complete the setup and wait for the results, which actually increases the opportunity for interaction with parents. In addition to enjoying family bonding in the process of building and maintaining the iPlanter, the whole family can also feel joy again when seeing the results of their planting efforts.

### Let Technology Make Planting Easy for You
Planting has never been an easy task, as it involves many natural variables. Apart from the seasonal issues, daily care may encounter problems such as not knowing if there is enough sunlight, not knowing when to fertilize, and not knowing how much fertilizer to add. Facing too many failures before mastering the planting skills can be discouraging.

iPlanter uses modern IoT technology to reduce human errors in the planting process and enjoy the fun of planting. iPlanter is a fully automatic machine. During the planting process, you do not need to worry about when to add nutrient solution. Even if the machine is idle for a long time, you can easily grow your favorite vegetables. In comparison, some STEM courses on the market teach children to use hydroponic equipment for cultivation, but those devices are not fully automatic. For example, when the nutrient solution runs out, although the machine will send you a prompt message, you still need to add nutrient solution manually.

### Can be Integrated into Every Home
Each iPlanter comes with a hydroponic controller that can be fitted with any hydroponic planting pipe. You can install suitable shelves according to the space in your home and set up the hydroponic frame.

If you have more space at home, you can place longer and more hydroponic frames. If the space in your home is limited, you can also place several hydroponic frames. You can also expand according to stages. At the beginning, you can set up several hydroponic frames. Later, when you want to cultivate more vegetables, you can simply add hydroponic frames to expand freely.

### Summary - Let iPlanter Bring You Closer to Your Child
Let us summarize with a success story of a student.

There was a father who did not understand what his daughter was doing or learning in school because his wife helped her with her homework. As his daughter was interested in science, she begged to participate in Codeble's iPlanter course. At first, the father thought it was just an extracurricular activity, so he let her join.

During the construction of the iPlanter, when the daughter encountered problems that she could not solve on her own, she turned to her father for help. As they watched the seedlings grow day by day until the harvest, the father also felt that the process was truly amazing. iPlanter not only opened up topics between father and daughter but also allowed the whole family to experience the wonder of life. 

iPlanter is a real-life machine that allows children to not only develop curiosity about nature but also experience a happiness that cannot be obtained from electronic games. In addition to enjoying family bonding in the process of building and maintaining the iPlanter, the whole family can also feel joy again when seeing the results of their planting efforts.

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iPlanter - A unique cultivation game that brings you closer to your child

### Introduction:
As a TVP vendor, Codeble understand how important it is for businesses to adopt technology solutions and services to improve productivity, enhance competitiveness, and upgrade or transform their business processes. That's why we're excited to share information about the Technology Voucher Programme (TVP), a valuable resource for businesses in Hong Kong looking to fund their technology projects.
What is the Technology Voucher Programme?
The TVP is a funding programme established by the Hong Kong government to support businesses in adopting technology solutions and services. The programme provides funding of up to HKD 600,000 per business to cover up to 75% of the approved project cost. Businesses are required to contribute at least 25% of the approved project cost in cash.

### Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the TVP, businesses must meet the following criteria:
- Registered in Hong Kong
- Not a government subvented organization or subsidiary of one
- Not a listed company in Hong Kong

### Benefits of the TVP:
The TVP provides numerous benefits for businesses, including:
- Funding Support: The TVP provides funding support for businesses to adopt technology solutions and services, making it easier for businesses to access the latest technology and stay competitive.
- Increased Productivity: Technology solutions and services funded by the TVP can help businesses streamline their operations, automate tasks, and improve overall productivity.
- Enhanced Competitiveness: By adopting technology solutions and services, businesses can enhance their competitiveness by providing better products and services, improving customer experiences, and increasing efficiency.
- Business Transformation: The TVP can help businesses transform their operations by adopting new technology and business models, enabling them to enter new markets, reach new customers, and achieve long-term growth.

### Examples of technology solutions that are eligible for TVP funding: 
- E-commerce solutions: TVP funding can be used to develop or upgrade e-commerce platforms that enable businesses to sell their products or services online.
- Customer relationship management (CRM) systems: TVP funding can be used to implement CRM systems that help businesses manage their customer interactions and improve customer satisfaction.
- Cloud services and solutions: TVP funding can be used to migrate business operations to cloud-based services and solutions, which can improve data security, accessibility, and scalability.
- Mobile apps and solutions: TVP funding can be used to develop or upgrade mobile apps that enable businesses to connect with customers, manage operations, and improve productivity.
- Cybersecurity solutions: TVP funding can be used to implement cybersecurity solutions such as firewalls, anti-virus software, and intrusion detection systems, which can protect businesses against cyber threats.
- Big data analytics solutions: TVP funding can be used to implement big data analytics solutions that can help businesses analyze large amounts of data and gain insights into customer behavior, market trends, and business performance.
- Internet of Things (IoT) solutions: TVP funding can be used to implement IoT solutions that enable businesses to monitor and control devices and equipment, improve product quality, and reduce costs.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning solutions: TVP funding can be used to implement AI and machine learning solutions that enable businesses to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and enhance customer experiences.

### Application Procedures:
To apply for the TVP, businesses must follow these steps:
- Choose a qualified TVP consultant or vendor to provide a proposal and quotation for the proposed technology solution or service.
- Submit an application online through the TVP website or by mail to the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC).
- The ITC will review the application and notify the applicant of the result within 3-4 months.
- If approved, the applicant must sign a funding agreement with the ITC.

### Conclusion:
The Technology Voucher Programme is an excellent opportunity for businesses in Hong Kong to access funding for technology solutions and services. As a TVP vendor, we're committed to helping businesses navigate the application process and find the best technology solutions and services to meet their needs. Contact us today to learn more about how the TVP can benefit your business.

### [Contact us now!](https://www.codeble.net/contact)


Learn how the Technology Voucher Programme (TVP) can help your Hong Kong business access funding for technology solutions and services. Discover the eligibility criteria, application procedures, and benefits of the TVP, and explore examples of eligible technology solutions. As a TVP vendor, Codeble is committed to helping businesses navigate the application process and find the best technology solutions to improve productivity, enhance competitiveness, and upgrade or transform their business processes. Contact us today to learn more about how the TVP can benefit your business.

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In today's digital world, businesses need to be able to handle changing traffic patterns and demand quickly and efficiently. That's why scalability is crucial for any project, whether it's a website, online platform, or software solution. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of scalability in handling low and heavy traffic and how it can benefit your project.

### What is Scalability?
Scalability is the ability of a system to handle increasing amounts of work or traffic. It refers to the system's ability to expand or shrink as demand changes. Scalability is important because it ensures that a system can continue to function and perform well even as traffic or demand grows. Without scalability, a system can become overwhelmed, leading to slow performance, system crashes, or downtime.

### Handling Low Traffic
During low traffic periods, businesses want to minimize costs. That's where scalability comes in. A scalable system can adjust its resources to meet lower demand. This means that businesses only pay for what they need. When traffic is low, a scalable system can reduce the number of resources being used, minimizing server costs and infrastructure. In addition, a scalable system is designed to optimize processes, further reducing costs during low traffic periods.

### Handling Heavy Traffic
During peak periods or sudden surges in traffic, businesses need to be able to handle any level of traffic without downtime or system crashes. A scalable system can automatically scale up to handle heavy traffic. This means that it can add more resources to accommodate increased demand. A scalable system also makes it easy to distribute traffic evenly across all available resources, ensuring optimal performance and reliability during heavy traffic periods.

### The Benefits of Scalability
Scalability provides a range of benefits, including:
- Automatic scaling based on demand, reducing costs during low traffic periods and handling any level of traffic during peak periods or sudden surges.
- Load balancing and traffic routing, ensuring optimal performance and reliability during heavy traffic periods.
- Easy deployment and management of new features and updates, without worrying about server capacity or availability.
- High availability and resilience, ensuring that businesses can handle any level of traffic or demand without downtime or system crashes.

### Conclusion
In conclusion, scalability is a critical aspect of any project. By prioritizing scalability, you can reduce costs during low traffic periods, handle any level of traffic during peak periods or sudden surges, and optimize performance and reliability. It's important to implement various scalability measures, such as automatic scaling, load balancing, and traffic routing, and to keep systems up to date with the latest scalability tools and approaches. By making scalability a top priority, you can safeguard your project from the risks of traffic overload and ensure its success and growth.


Learn about the importance of scalability for handling low and heavy traffic on your website or online platform. Discover how automatic scaling and load balancing can save costs during low traffic periods and ensure optimal performance during peak periods. Choose our scalable solution today!

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The Importance of Scalability: Handling Low and Heavy Traffic

In today's era of advanced information technology, the demand for software engineering is increasing day by day, with numerous companies requiring software development projects every day. However, with the increasing demand in the market, you need to ensure that the software development company you choose has the practical experience, professional expertise, and high-quality products. In this article, we will share with you the difference between Codeble and traditional software engineering, so that you can make a wise choice.

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When it comes to **programmers**, Codeble trains the team to have practical experience, that can write clean and maintainable code. They are supervised by Ivan, the CEO of Codeble, who has years of industry experience, to ensure quality assurance. To stay up to date with the latest technology, Ivan actively participates in various software development projects. Codeble prioritizes project completion and usability for clients, ensuring that all projects can be completed successfully. 

In contrast, traditional software engineering primarily employs fresh graduates without practical experience. The supervisors are senior software engineers who only focus on completing the work as quickly as possible without prioritizing completion and usability, which can result in unfinished projects.

In terms of **speed**, Codeble kick-starts the programming, initial deployment, and testing at earlier stages, which makes the whole process faster. On the other hand, traditional software engineering spends more time on testing and modification in later stages, resulting in slower project progress and a higher risk of project incompletion.

Regarding **development costs**, Codeble can allocate and readjust budgets or resources according to actual situations. It is adjustable to meet customer needs, and the projects are developed in phases. In contrast, traditional software engineering develops according to predetermined specifications and cannot be changed. Any additional items not written into the specification will be considered as additional project expenses. Therefore, even if the initial quotation is within the budget, it is common to see that an extra bill will be charged at the end of the project. 

In terms of **quality**, Codeble values interaction with customers, responding to their requirements, and ensuring that software meets the actual needs of the enterprise. The development team at Codeble has close communication with customers and can promptly respond to and make adjustments to their requests and feedback. Therefore, the software developed by Codeble meets the actual needs of the enterprise and can provide high-quality software products.

In contrast, traditional software engineering emphasizes following fixed plans and is not flexible enough to make adjustments to customer requests at any time. This approach may result in software that does not meet the actual needs of the enterprise. Ultimately, it fails to satisfy customer needs, and the quality may not be guaranteed.

### So, the two software development approaches are suitable for which kinds of customers? 
Traditional software engineering is suitable for customers with clear requirements, such as projects with relatively definite requirements that customers must clearly state before starting the project.

As the business environment changes every day and no one can predict market trends, and everyone has to adapt at any time. Codeble's agile development approach is suitable for customers with unclear requirements who like flexibility. Because the development team at Codeble can work closely with customers, it is more suitable for customers who may not have clear requirements. The development team can continuously communicate with customers during the development process, understand their needs in a timely manner, and make adjustments at any time. Meanwhile, Codeble is also very flexible and can allocate budgets and resources according to the actual situation of customers in different stages, providing more diverse choices for customers.

We have used an agile approach to establish a recruitment and human resources system, and the customer has been impressed by Codeble's method, saying: "We did not give Codeble all the requirements for the system on Day 1, but instead made demands on each meeting to match the current business needs. Looking back at the entire project, we found that the system tailored by Codeble for our company has grown together with our business."

If you want to learn more or request a quote, [contact us](https://codeble.net/contact) now.





Codeble's agile development approach is suitable for customers with unclear requirements who like flexibility. Because the development team at Codeble can work closely with customers, it is more suitable for customers who may not have clear requirements. The development team can continuously communicate with customers during the development process, understand their needs in a timely manner, and make adjustments at any time. 

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Codeble vs Traditional Software Engineering

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