Development Practices Research Articles

Web based Vulnerabilities Modulation: A Comprehensive Study on Web Vulnerabilities

In today's digital landscape, where online activities like banking, shopping, and social networking dominate, the security of sensitive data and assets is paramount. This responsibility primarily lies with software and web developers, tasked with safeguarding against prevalent vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, XSS (Cross-Site Scripting), Broken Access Control, Command Execution, CSRF (Cross- Site Request Forgery), among others. This research project delves into the world of web application security, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of secure development and deployment practices. By simulating and analyzing these vulnerabilities across different modules, the study sheds light on how attackers can exploit these weaknesses to breach data confidentiality, integrity, and availability, thus violating the CIA triad. Keywords: web, vulnerability, XSS, CSFR, SQL injection, Access Control.

STUDY OF FLOOD VULNERABILITY IN HIMALAYAN REGION: A CASE OF UTTRAKHAND

India's Himalayan area is well known for its magnificent scenery and abundant wildlife. However, because of its complicated geology, delicate ecosystems, and unpredictable climate, it is also extremely vulnerable to catastrophic calamities. The causes, effects, and mitigation techniques of the common natural catastrophes that affect India's Himalayan region—such as earthquakes, landslides, floods, and glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs)—are briefly summarised in this summary. Because of the collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, earthquakes are one of the most dangerous natural disasters in the Himalayan region. Major seismic events, like the one that struck Nepal in 2015, demonstrate how vulnerable the region's heavily inhabited areas are to devastating destruction and high fatality rates. Effective disaster preparedness and resilient infrastructure are crucial for minimizing casualties and damage. Another common risk in the Himalayan region is landslides, which can be brought on by unstable slopes, strong rains, and seismic activity. The region's susceptibility is exacerbated by these occurrences, which represent a major threat to natural ecosystems, transportation networks, and towns, particularly during the monsoon season. In the Himalayan region, floods are a common occurrence that are exacerbated by glacial melt, heavy rainfall, and glacier lake outbursts. Flash floods, like the ones that occurred in Uttarakhand in 2013, highlight the terrible effects on infrastructure, communities, and the environment. Reducing flood risks and increasing resilience requires community-based adaptation strategies, early warning systems, and sustainable land use planning. A unique hazard in the Himalayan region, glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) are caused by the rapid melting of glaciers and the creation of unstable glacial lakes. The communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems downstream are seriously threatened by these catastrophes, which calls for careful observation and risk assessment techniques. One of the worst natural catastrophes to have hit the state in recent memory is the flash floods in Uttarakhand. Because to the state's distinctive geography, which is made up of small valleys and steep hills, heavy rainfall events have a greater effect, especially during the monsoon season. 2013's devastating flash floods, brought on by abnormally high rainfall, caused extensive environmental damage, infrastructure ruin, and a great deal of fatalities. The abrupt influx of water, rubble, and silt caused great destruction to isolated communities, tourist attractions, and places of worship, underscoring the precariousness of human habitation in the foothills of the Himalayas. The incident also brought attention to the relationship between unplanned development, environmental deterioration, and the likelihood of disasters, spurring calls for more land use planning, early warning systems, and sustainable development techniques future flash floods in Uttarakhand. In conclusion, the broad range of natural hazards that the Himalayan area of India faces calls for multifaceted methods to disaster risk reduction and management. In this dynamic and vulnerable setting, scientific research, community participation, and sustainable development practices are critical components of effective resilience-building efforts. Keywords: Hilly areas natural disaster, flash flood, Glacial lake outburst, flash flood in Uttarakhand

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Stent angioplasty of carotid stenosis has become established as asafe and efficient treatment method alongside carotid endarterectomy due to developments in stent design and refinement of interventional techniques. Today, the protocol for stent angioplasty is largely standardized. The aim of this article is to provide sound insight into the development and current practice of stent angioplasty. Particular attention is paid to technical implementation and periprocedural management.

Wearing their heart on a wall: the World’s Biggest Comic

Abstract An arts-based project, using a community development approach engaging people in a community of place to address suicide prevention, is potentially powerful. This involves linking community development and mental health promotion practice. The challenge in doing this is that, conceptually, the integration between the two is incomplete and there is a lack of guidance about effective community processes. This paper analyses community development processes to create the World’s Biggest Comic (WBC). The WBC was an innovative, large scale public art project engaging local artists, some with a lived experience of mental illness, to tell a story of Will and Hope. A 15-part comic story, printed on vinyl canvas panels and mounted on buildings, covered 600 m2. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=217471332673743 Conducted in a small rural South Australian community by the local volunteer Suicide Prevention Network, the WBC aimed to raise awareness, break down stigma, and prompt life-saving conversations. Results of a mixed method impact evaluation are presented using a community development framework that considers ‘people’, ‘space’, and ‘place’. The use of sociological concepts about community and the community field, the value of relationships, and listening to the voices of those with a lived experience of mental illness, may assist practice. Some potential learnings and pitfalls in using a community development approach in mental health promotion are discussed.

ODS lecture, development studies association 2023 stories from the Global South: the interplay of climate science, ‘action’ and the implications for development

ABSTRACT Calls for humanity to act on environmental changes are becoming increasingly critical. The growing polycrisis including the impact of ongoing conflicts in contested geopolitical spaces and the struggles for ways to sustain a livelihood in areas of precarity and poverty, are just some of the intersecting challenges which have given rise to a Code Red alarm by the United Nations surrounding issues related to climate change. Rich narratives and stories of climate actions from Africa offer examples of potential paths. This paper explores how such narratives inform local development and climate action. A key message is that stories and narratives, created by various peoples, disciplines, and systems of knowledge, can all be powerful genres and sources for agentic change that can inspire and embolden development practice and action.

An Analytical Study of Deposit Collection and Fund Mobilization in Developng Countries : A Financial Apprroach to Nepalese Commercial Banks in Nonlinear Analysis

In this research paper, we have studied the ways applying for making deposit in Nepalese commercial banks and fund mobilization behaviour shown by them to generate income for paying interest on deposit to customers. Documentation and institutionalization of deposit for the purpose of making investment into productive sectors are considered as good practices of income generation and economic development of people.

Shared voices from the classroom: Reflections on hybrid project-based learning in an academic writing course

Hybrid project-based learning effectively develops academic writing skills in preparation for a gradual return to face-to-face instruction after a two-year pandemic triggered by Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Since this hybrid project-based learning initiative is a pioneering effort, it is essential to reflect on the program's successes and identify areas for improvement. This case study aims to explore the lecturers' and students' reflections on using hybrid project-based learning in academic writing courses. In-depth interviews and end-of-semester reflection were utilized to obtain data. Thematic analysis was conducted using the qualitative data analysis (QDA) miner lite software for data reduction. the findings revealed three prominent themes that emerged in this lecturers’ reflections: i) integrating varied learning modalities; ii) fostering critical thinking and involvement; and iii) improving competencies, as they were also crucial to boosting professional development. Meanwhile, students portray hybrid project-based learning as challenging and rewarding and fosters a sense of value and acceptability among students. This research has transformative implications for curriculum development and instructional practices in higher education, especially academic writing.

The Impact of Technological Advancement and Green HRM Practices on the Sustainable Business Development in Vietnam

The growing need of sustainability in businesses, especially the ecological aspect demands the its eligibility and effectiveness in human resource area which is normally referred green human resource management. Moreover, the rising concerns for natural environment also fixate the idea to rejuvenate the conventional business model and shift towards green management. Thereby, the study intends to scrutinize the role of green HRM practices in sustainable business development in Vietnamese context. Along with it, the study also intends to explore the mediating role of technology advancement on proposed relationship. For this purpose, primary data was collected, and PLS-SEM methodology was employed to assess measurement and structural model. Results echo that green HRM practices are positively correlated with sustainable business development in case of Vietnam. Moreover, technological advancement significantly mediates the relationship of green HRM and SBD. Results are helpful in policy making structures by enhancing the effectiveness of existing HRM practices.

Leadership Development in Graduate Medical Education: A Pilot Study of Implementation of a Validated Self-assessment Instrument

Background and Objectives: Graduate medical education programs need leadership assessments and curricula to engage residents and advance their leadership skills. The Foundational Healthcare Leadership Self-assessment (FHLS) is a validated 21-item self-assessment of leadership skills residents need to be effective team leaders in health care settings. It generates a composite score along five foundational leadership domains: accountability, collaboration, communication, team management, and self-management. Our objective was to determine whether a leadership curriculum, using the FHLS as an educational tool to support self-assessment, self-directed learning, and reflective practice, promotes self-awareness and engagement in leadership development. Methods: We conducted a qualitative pilot study in the University of Utah Family Medicine Residency Program, integrating the FHLS into our residency’s longitudinal leadership curriculum using coaching, self-directed learning, and reflective practice. Family medicine residents completed the FHLS prior to their leadership rotation. Faculty met with each resident during their rotation using a coaching paradigm based on data from the FHLS to inform leadership self-awareness. Residents identified a leadership domain for self-improvement, selected resources for self-study, and submitted a written reflection. We conducted qualitative content analysis on the reflections for evidence of self-awareness and engagement in leadership development. Results: Residents completed 27 leadership rotations between May 2019 and April 2020, generating 21 reflections. Qualitative content analysis of resident reflections grouped by FHLS leadership domains identified evidence of impact on the residents’ leadership development. Conclusions: This qualitative pilot study supports the usefulness of the FHLS within a residency leadership curriculum to promote self-awareness and engagement in leadership development.

Detecting and Patching Loopholes in Windows Operating System

Widely used in personal and business environments, the Windows operating system is a complex software platform that has historically been vulnerable to various intrusions and vulnerabilities. These breaches can be seen as software vulnerabilities, configuration vulnerabilities, higher validity issues, or architectural flaws, which can pose a serious security risk. This research report provides a comprehensive analysis of Windows vulnerabilities and examines their types, key examples such as EternalBlue and Stuxnet, and the potential impact they can have on individuals and organizations. This white paper examines mitigation strategies and best practices, including patch management, system hardening, vulnerability assessment, and the use of third-party security tools. It also addresses the challenges associated with blockchain, including the complexity of legacy code, zero-day vulnerabilities, targeted attacks, and the growing threat landscape. The paper also reviews future ideas, including secure software development practices, architectural improvements, collaboration and information sharing, automated vulnerability detection and remediation, and continuing education and security awareness. By taking a proactive approach to reducing intrusions, organizations can strengthen the security of their Windows systems, protect sensitive data, and maintain system integrity against threats and crimes.

IMPACT OF EMPLOYEE SKILL DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES ON EMPLOYEES JOB SATISFACTION AT (THE AEC ASSOCIATES)

This master thesis of Strategic Human Resource (HR) Management, focusing on Impact Of Employee Skill Development Practices On Employees Job Satisfaction. This research explores the relationship between employee skill development practices and job satisfaction within the context of “THE AEC ASSOCIATES” Noida, a leading organization in its industry. In today's competitive business environment, organizations recognize the significance of investing in their employees' skill development to faster a talented and motivated workforce. Likewise, employee job satisfaction remains a crucial determinant of organizational performance and employee well-being. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, to examine the existing skill development practices at THE AEC ASSOCIATES Noida and assess their impact on employee job satisfaction. Quantitative data analysis includes descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis, while qualitative data from interviews is analyzed thematically. Findings indicate a positive correlation between effective skill development practices and employee job satisfaction. Employees who perceive their organization's investment in their skill development positively exhibit higher levels of job satisfaction. The study also uncovers key factors influencing employee satisfaction, including the availability of training programs, career advancement opportunities, and supportive organizational culture. The research offers practical implications for HR practitioners and organizational leaders, suggesting recommendations for enhancing employee skill development practices to improve job satisfaction. By understanding the dynamics of skill development and job satisfaction, organizations like THE AEC ASSOCIATES, Noida can optimize their talent management strategies to foster a culture of growth, engagement, and fulfillment, thereby positioning themselves for sustained success in a dynamic business landscape.

Advancing port sustainability: Essentials for a model concession agreement framework

Concession agreements (CAs) in the port sector are designed to establish mutually beneficial arrangements for involved parties. They serve as catalysts, enabling ports to attract adept private investors and secure requisite funding to enhance port infrastructure, superstructure, and service quality. Concurrently, the imperative to mitigate negative externalities and promote sustainable practices in port organization and development remains paramount. In this context, the paper explores the nuanced landscape of CAs, specifically focusing on the urgent need for an innovative framework that integrates sustainability within port organization, operations and development. Drawing from existing academic discourse and field evidence, it systematically identifies, examines, and analyzes fundamental requirements and key factors that should be considered in CAs, in line with sustainable development and proposes a reference framework for an ideal Concession Agreement model. Despite evident strengthening of sustainability implications in port concessions, significant room for improvement persists. Nevertheless, dynamics in the field create a certain optimism for the future.

Environmental Education: A Systematic Review on the Use of Digital Tools for Fostering Sustainability Awareness

Recently, sustainable development practices have increased attention as climate change and environmental impacts have increased. Interventions to encourage sustainability awareness are developing, so fostering them through education is crucial. Evidence-based studies conducted in this field have suggested the use of different digital tools to promote environmental learning gains and to foster better sustainability awareness among students. Following the PRISMA method, we found 21 articles published between 2013 and 2023 showing an interest in the use of digital tools in environmental education to foster sustainability awareness among learners. Findings indicate that virtual reality tools and climate change topics are the most trending in this research area. Further, the results show a positive impact of the use of digital tools on students’ concern for the sustainability of the planet.

Human Resource Development Practices and Turnover Intentions among Basic School Teachers: The Mediating Role of Career Commitment

Purpose: The study sought to examine the influence of perceived support for participation in human resource development (HRD) practices on teacher turnover intentions in the Tolon District of the Northern Region of Ghana. Methodology: Using a cross-sectional survey design, questionnaires were used to collect data from 120 teachers from the Tolon Senior High School.  Data were analyzed using PROCESS macro ver. 4.2. Findings: Results from regression analysis showed that perceived support for participation in HRD practices had a negative relationship with teacher turnover intentions. It was further found that teacher career commitment mediates the negative relationship between perceived support for participation in HRD practices and turnover intentions. Unique contribution to theory, policy and practice: The study contributes to the existing body of knowledge on the application of social exchange theory (SET) in understanding workplace dynamic and highlights the importance of fostering a supportive work environment that encourages employee participation in HRD activities, such as training programs, mentorship initiatives, and career development opportunities

‘We are here to put the past behind us’: violence and welfare governmentality in Finnish family law

ABSTRACT Family justice occupies a complex space where public social (welfare) law intersects with private family law. These two legal domains bring distinct perspectives on subjects, rights, responsibilities, and entitlements. This article draws on interview data and previous research to examine welfare governmentality in family law, particularly in Finland and more broadly in the Nordic welfare states. Using intimate partner violence (IPV) as the lens of analysis, the article studies family law’s exclusionary structures that render particular forms of loss resulting from the relationship non-addressable. The rationales embedded in law, as evident through welfare governmentality, significantly impact the production of specific types of vulnerable, autonomous, gendered, and relational subjects. Moreover, these rationales shape our understanding of the law’s operations, categories, truth claims, knowledge development, and regulatory practices. Notably, family law-as-knowledge falls short in recognising violence and the subsequent losses suffered by victims within the contexts of financial settlements and child custody and access. This failure can be attributed to conceptual distinctions within family law, an overriding focus on the child’s interests, and the law’s national orientation.

Unleashing the Power of DevOps : Revolutionizing Software Development Practices

The integration of development and operations, popularly known as DevOps, has emerged as a transformative force in modern software development practices. This review paper delves into the multifaceted landscape of DevOps, exploring its principles, methodologies, and the profound impact it has on software development processes. Through an examination of historical evolution, cultural shifts, and technological advancements, the paper elucidates how DevOps fosters collaboration, automation, and continuous improvement across the software development lifecycle. Furthermore, it investigates the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing DevOps practices, including cultural barriers, security considerations, and the adoption of cloud technologies. By synthesizing insights from industry best practices, case studies, and academic research, this paper provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices that underpin the successful adoption of DevOps. Ultimately, it underscores the potential of DevOps to revolutionize software development, empowering organizations to deliver high-quality software products with speed, efficiency, and agility.

The duality of global online labour platforms as restrictive‐expansive sites of workplace learning and skill development

AbstractThe paper analyses global online labour platforms (OLPs) through the lens of the Expansive‐Restrictive Learning Environments framework. The framework articulates a set of structural factors that enable or constrain workplace learning and development. The paper draws on multistakeholder, mixed‐method empirical data to illustrate how OLPs are emerging as learning environments, where new and reconfigured skills, learning practices, and new forms of learning support emerge in response to the radically distributed and fragmented nature of this work. Against portrayals of OLPs as places of deskilling work devoid of learning opportunities, the paper contributes a more nuanced understanding of the duality of OLPs as simultaneously restrictive and expansive. Three dualities of OLPs emerge from the study: (i) their espoused vision restricts organisational support for workforce development, yet stimulates self‐directed learning; (ii) their enacted workplace curriculum is patchy and opaque, yet offers novel structural features supporting learning and development; (iii) workplace learning practices in OLPs are autonomous, yet not atomised. The paper illustrates how structure and individual agency interact in OLPs to create and configure learning opportunities for workers and informs practitioners about the current learning and development features and practices in OLPs.

Redefining sustainable urban development: A critical analysis in the wake of COVID‐19

AbstractThis paper critically examines the concept of sustainable development, particularly in the context of urban challenges exacerbated by the COVID‐19 pandemic. Although the concept of sustainable development has been around for more than three decades, it faces ongoing global socio‐environmental crises that have been exacerbated by the rapid spread of COVID‐19 since 2019, which has highlighted the vulnerability of urban and interconnected cities. Our approach includes a comparative literature review to analyze the evolution and critique of sustainable development, focusing on its conceptual foundations, complementary strategies, and political‐economic implications. The paper addresses the urban implications of COVID‐19, emphasizing its direct impact on the Sustainable Development Goals and arguing for a comprehensive reassessment of sustainable urban development practices. We propose a transformative agenda that recognizes local specificities and draws on cities' experiences during the pandemic to build a more equitable and crisis‐resilient global society. This research highlights the urgency to rethink current sustainable development paradigms, especially in light of the human‐environment imbalance and lessons learned from the COVID‐19 crisis. It calls for a reformed global approach that incorporates local dimensions and draws on the experience of cities to address the inequalities and crisis‐prone structures in our societies, with the aim of a fundamental shift toward a more sustainable future in the post‐COVID‐19 era.

Analyzing the Implementation of Practicum Organic Compound Separation and Purification in the Chemistry Education Study Program

Students acquire various skills in the laboratory through scientific development practices such as demonstrations and experiments. The primary objective of this study is to gather empirical data regarding the implementation of organic compound separation and purification techniques at tertiary educational institutions to examine their efficacy as a proactive step to facilitate ongoing educational endeavors. The elements discussed include the practicum topics completed, the organic chemistry instruments and equipment possessed, how the practicum is conducted, and the problems and their resolutions. This study’s respondents included course instructors, chemistry lab assistants, and students previously attending practicum content. This study used a qualitative research methodology to analyze multiple chemistry education study programs across various locations in Indonesia. Data collecting methods include open-closed surveys, observation, and documentation. The findings indicated that the separation and purification practicum topic incorporates concepts related to separation and purification, employing extraction, chromatography, distillation, sublimation, and recrystallization techniques. Some chemistry education programs needed adequate instrumentation for organic chemistry. In addition, the wet laboratory practicum for separating and purifying the studied organic compounds are yet to be completed as per the planned topics. Green chemistry and project-based learning have been largely implemented in the practicum, but the micro-scale concept, which can help reduce practicum waste, are yet to be implemented. Inadequate tools and materials for the practicum, as well as inadequate reference materials, are some of the obstacles that hinder the practicum’s efficiency. Hence, there is a want for pragmatic instruments that can effectively cater to the demands of ongoing education. This practicum set should facilitate using green chemistry and micro-scale, focusing on minimizing pollution that can harm the environment. Keywords: practicum organic, compound separation, purification, chemistry education

Unveiling the Power of Data: A Journey Through Machine Learning Techniques

Machine Learning Techniques: Unveiling the Power of Data-Driven Solutions Machine learning (ML) has become a transformative force across disciplines, revolutionizing how computers extract knowledge from data and tackle complex tasks without explicit programming. This research paper delves into the core principles of machine learning, exploring its fundamental techniques and their far-reaching applications. We embark on a journey through the two main paradigms that govern learning: supervised and unsupervised. Supervised learning equips algorithms to make informed predictions based on labeled data, encompassing tasks like spam filtering, disease diagnosis, and stock market forecasting. The algorithm ingests this data, which includes both the input features and the corresponding desired output, and learns the intricate relationships between them. This empowers it to generalize this knowledge to unseen data, enabling accurate predictions. Unsupervised learning, in contrast, thrives on unlabeled data, where the data points lack predefined categories or target variables. Here, the objective is to uncover the inherent structures or patterns within the data itself. Unsupervised learning techniques are invaluable for tasks like data clustering, where similar data points are grouped together to reveal underlying relationships. Additionally, they play a crucial role in dimensionality reduction, a process of compressing high-dimensional data into a lower-dimensional space for efficient processing and analysis. This is particularly beneficial when dealing with massive datasets that may overwhelm traditional computational methods. Beyond these fundamental paradigms, the landscape of machine learning extends further. Deep learning, a subfield inspired by the structure and function of the human brain, utilizes artificial neural networks with multiple layers. These complex networks are adept at learning intricate patterns from vast amounts of data, achieving remarkable success in areas like computer vision, natural language processing, and speech recognition. Deep learning models, for instance, power facial recognition technology, enabling our devices to identify individuals with exceptional accuracy. In the realm of natural language processing, deep learning algorithms fuel machine translation systems, allowing seamless communication across languages. Reinforcement learning presents another powerful approach. Here, an agent interacts with an environment, learning through trial and error. The agent receives rewards for desired actions and penalties for undesired ones, constantly refining its decision-making process. This approach has applications in robotics, where robots can learn to navigate complex environments and perform tasks with increasing autonomy. Reinforcement learning is also used in game playing, where AI agents can learn optimal strategies through self-play and achieve superhuman levels of performance. As machine learning continues its exponential growth, ethical considerations become paramount. Potential biases within the training data can lead to discriminatory outcomes in areas like loan approvals or facial recognition software. Additionally, the explainability and transparency of complex models, particularly deep learning models, raise concerns. To ensure responsible development and deployment of ML, addressing these issues is crucial. The field requires robust methodologies to mitigate bias in training data and develop techniques that make complex models interpretable, allowing us to understand the rationale behind their predictions. Looking towards the horizon, the future of machine learning is brimming with potential. From personalized healthcare with tailored treatment plans to self-driving cars that navigate roads with exceptional precision, ML promises to revolutionize various aspects of our lives. Continuous research and development will enhance the capabilities and robustness of machine learning models, further expanding their reach and impact. By harnessing the power of data and fostering responsible development practices, machine learning will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping a more intelligent and data-driven future