Eric Walter

Philadelphia

Senior Digital Editor at KYW-AM (Philadelphia, PA)

215 via 212, 612 & 313. Digital editor at @KYWnewsradio.Member of @sagaftra. Proud @michiganstateu alum. Go get 'em, @Tigers!

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Articles

Why Python is a Good Choice for Backend Development?

2 days ago | dev.to | Eric Walter

Python is a strong and high-level programming language, that is used to build full-featured web applications. By using its built-in libraries and frameworks, python developers can develop applications that can manage large amounts of data, handle complex database operations, and configure servers with ease. Python has become a go-to programming language for backend development because of its robust frameworks.
Popular React UI Component Libraries of 2025

1 month ago | dev.to | Eric Walter

In 2025, React remains the leading choice for front-end development due to which ecosystem of UI component libraries has boomed. The right UI component library can streamline development, improve consistency and user experience for both dynamic applications and simple sites. Developers have a wide range of options, and choosing the best library totally depends on the requirements of your project.
Best Practices for Angular Performance Optimization

2 months ago | dev.to | Eric Walter

While creating scalable web applications their performance is a top priority for web developers. Slow applications not only irritate users but also negatively impact brand reputation. That’s why modern web development frameworks like Angular need to maximize the performance of web apps. I am writing this blog to explain all the best practices for Angular performance optimization that you can adopt right away to maximize your app speed. What is Angular Performance Optimization?
This pint of commemorative snow from the Linc will keep Sunday's playoff win frozen in time

Jan 22, 2025 | audacy.com | Eric Walter

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) - Your Kelly green Hurts jersey may look cool, but it doesn't compare to this pint of authentic snow collected directly from the playing surface at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, when the Birds bested the Rams to advance to the NFC Championship game for the second time in three years. With $50 - $1 for every point scored in the Eagles' 28-22 Divisional Round playoff win - you can be one of 100 people to own this precious and rare piece of Eagles history.
How to Build a Chatbot using Python? A Complete Guide

Jan 22, 2025 | dev.to | Eric Walter

Business interaction with customers is transforming with chatbots. They offer increased customer engagement through automated responses. Also, they can manage loads of queries from clients, giving instant responses, and providing 24/7 customer support. The comprehensive guide will assist you in how to make a chatbot in Python. What is Chatbot? It is a software-based application that prompts human conversion with chats through texts or voice chat options.
Top PHP Functions That Will Level Up Your Code

Jan 21, 2025 | hackernoon.com | Eric Walter

Web developers mostly prefer Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP) scripting language for performing their web development tasks. It powers a considerably large section of the web from simple sites to complex web applications. Still, many PHP developers struggle with expanding the true power of PHP functions. A piece of code that can be used many times is labeled as a PHP function and can drastically enhance the readability and performance of your code if utilized correctly.
How to Effectively Manage Laravel Request Validation?

Jan 13, 2025 | dev.to | Eric Walter

One of the most popular PHP frameworks, Laravel, helps in simplifying a vast range of web development tasks. Laravel request validation is one of them, it ensures that the incoming data of your web application is secure and correct. In this detailed guide, I am explaining the whole step-by-step process to handle Laravel request validation that you can follow to ease your web development projects. What is Laravel Request Validation and Why is it Significant?
South Philadelphia row home catches fire again after burning last summer

Dec 4, 2024 | audacy.com | Vik Raghupathi |Eric Walter

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) - Firefighters on Wednesday made short work of a row home fire in the 700 block of Tasker Street in South Philadelphia. Fire officials say the unoccupied row home that caught fire was the site of an earlier fire in July. Officials say firefighters responded to a fire at an unoccupied three-story row home at 726 Tasker Street just before 2 p.m. on Wednesday. When fire companies arrived, flames were visible from the top floor.
Jason Kelce dethrones Mariah Carey on iTunes' Top 100 Christmas Songs

Nov 17, 2024 | audacy.com | Eric Walter

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) - Eagles legend Jason Kelce is at the top of the music charts with " Maybe this Christmas." With a little help from rock icon Stevie Nicks, the retired Eagles center has dethroned the queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey. The holiday ditty - featuring the Philly Specials (Kelce and offensive tackles Lane Johnson and Jordan Mailata) and Nicks - is currently sitting at No. 1 on the iTunes Top 100 Christmas Songs. The list changes daily. And that's not all.
Eagles disavow 'counterfeit political ads' running on Philadelphia bus shelters

Sep 2, 2024 | audacy.com | Eric Walter

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) - Turns out political endorsement is not for the Birds. Advertisements declaring Vice President Kamala Harris as the "official candidate of the Philadelphia Eagles" have appeared at bus shelters around Center City - but, according to the Eagles, they are fake news.