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Sadrach Pierre Sadrach Pierre
Updated on February 24, 2023

What Is a Function in Python?

A function is a named section of code that performs a specific task. Here, our expert introduces you to how they work in Python.

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Suprabha Suprabha
Updated on February 23, 2023

RequestAnimationFrame in JavaScript

The requestAnimationFrame() method tells the browser to call an animation function and repeat it very fast, forever. It calls itself to paint the next frame. Here’s what you need to know.

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Muriel Kosaka Muriel Kosaka
Updated on February 22, 2023

Basics of Python Generator Functions

Python generator functions allow you to declare a function that behaves like an iterator, allowing programmers to make an iterator in a fast, easy and clean way.

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David Koff David Koff
Updated on February 22, 2023

cURL Alternatives: An Introductory Guide

cURL is a popular programming language, but its drawbacks make it unwieldy for some users. Here, our expert shares some useful alternatives and highlights their upsides.

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Rahul H. Rahul H.
Updated on February 22, 2023

Neovim Configuration for Beginners

Neovim is a fork of Vim aiming to improve the codebase. Learn the optimal Neovim configuration for beginners.

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Lorenzo Zarantonello Lorenzo Zarantonello
Updated on February 22, 2023

Can Google’s Carbon Language Replace C++?

Carbon programming language is an experimental project by Google. It might just serve as a successor language to C++. Here’s what you need to know.

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David Koff David Koff
Updated on February 17, 2023

Base 12: An Introduction

Base 12, also called duodecimal, is a number system that uses 12 as its base. Here, our expert explains how the system works.

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Max Reynolds Max Reynolds
Updated on February 15, 2023

SQL Functions With Examples

SQL aggregate functions and scalar functions are important tools that can be used to flexibly manipulate and extract information from a database.

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Parag Radke Parag Radke
Updated on February 15, 2023

Mutual TLS: A Tutorial

Mutual transport layer security (mTLS) is an end-to-end security method for mutual authentication that ensures that both parties are who they claim to be before data is shared. Here’s what you need to know.

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Max Reynolds Max Reynolds
Updated on February 13, 2023

SQL Data Types With Examples

Understanding the SQL data types is an important aspect of managing and manipulating data in relational databases.

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