It starts innocently. You hardcode an API key into a config file just to get things working. It feels like a small shortcut, a harmless debt you'll pay back later. But this is the first step toward a massive, invisible risk called secrets sprawl. The real danger isn't just a key checked into source code; […]
An env file is a simple text file that holds configuration variables for your application. Think of it as a separate, private place for all the sensitive stuff—like API keys, database passwords, and other credentials—that your code needs to run but you'd never want to expose publicly. It's a fundamental tool in modern development that […]
