Programming Concepts

You Should Format Names in Your Code

You Should Format Names in Your Code

In my code, I need to define a variable to represent my new item. But how should I name it? Does it even matter how I format the variable name—or any other code item?

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Make Numbers More Readable in Your Code

Make Numbers More Readable in Your Code

Have you ever seen a giant number in your code, like 100000000, and thought, What even is this? I explored 50 top programming languages to see which ones enhance number readability—and how to apply them in your code.

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Descriptive Variable Names Are Not Always Good

Descriptive Variable Names Are Not Always Good

When naming variables in a program, the usual advice is to use descriptive names. But is this always the case? Let’s explore when shorter, less descriptive names might actually improve readability.

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Software Development Tools: A Comprehensive Overview

Software Development Tools: A Comprehensive Overview

When I learn a programming language, one of the first things I try to understand is how to transform written code into a deployable (installable) and runnable artifact. I start by determining the programming language type, specifically whether a compilation step is required and if an interpreter is required at run time. Then, I look into the programming tools or toolchain necessary to build and package any application I develop.

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Elements of Computer Programs and Programming Languages

Elements of Computer Programs and Programming Languages

What can we liken computer programs to? To me, they’re like instruction manuals.

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