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The Benefits of Gamified Learning
Jan 20, 2021 by Lane WagnerWhy was that adjustment to college classes so hard? Sitting through hours of lectures and PowerPoints can be challenging for even the most dedicated students.
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NLP is Hard Because Even Humans Don't Agree
Jan 19, 2021 by Lane WagnerIn my full-time role at Nuvi, I’ve been lucky enough to work on a team where we’re able to push the boundaries in the natural language processing field.
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The 8 Crucial Mistakes Holding You Back From a Programming Job
Jan 18, 2021 by Zulie RaneIf you’re reading this article, you’re well aware of the great benefits that come with a programming job - high salaries for programmers, an expanding job market, exciting opportunities.
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Writing a Binary Search Tree in Python with Examples
Jan 12, 2021 by Lane WagnerWhat is a binary search tree? 🔗 A binary search tree, or BST for short, is a tree where each node is a value greater than all of its left child nodes and less than all of its right child nodes.
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Building a Linked List in Python with Examples
Jan 11, 2021 by Lane WagnerA linked list is a linear data structure where elements are not stored next to each other in memory.
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The Best Ways To Get a Programming Job with No Experience
Jan 06, 2021 by Winston WagnerIt sounds like a pipe dream. A well-paid programming job, with no experience? Get out of town.
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The 8 Most Popular Coding Languages of 2022
Jan 04, 2021 by Zulie RaneAnd more importantly, how to choose the most popular coding language you should learn. 🔗 How can you decide what the most popular coding language is?
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Boot.dev's Refer a Friend Program
Dec 29, 2020 by Lane WagnerWe think learning is better with friends! For every person you invite to join, you’ll both earn some free gems.
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Converting an Array to a JSON Object in JavaScript
Dec 21, 2020 by Lane WagnerJSON, or “JavaScript Object Notation”, is a highly popular data exchange format that’s widely used in web development.
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Should you Learn Computer Science or Software Engineering?
Dec 17, 2020 by Winston WagnerThe most important thing to understand about these two fields of study is that, ultimately, they are similar.
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Guide to Getting a Certificate in Computer Science
Dec 15, 2020 by Zulie RaneThere are so many reasons to want to get a certificate in computer science in 2021, especially when you compare it to alternatives like getting a degree or attending a coding bootcamp.
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6 Computer Science Resume Examples
Dec 14, 2020 by Lane WagnerIt’s really hard to get your foot in the door for engineering interviews, especially if you have no experience and are looking for an entry-level position.
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The Highest-Paying Computer Science Jobs
Dec 09, 2020 by Lane WagnerThere are many jobs within the software industry, and most of them are easier to land or are higher-paying once you land them, if you have a solid grasp of computer science fundamentals.
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Computer Information Systems vs Computer Science
Dec 03, 2020 by Winston WagnerAs technology continues to advance, the need for professionals who are capable of utilizing and understanding computers continues to grow.
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The History of Computer Science - A Timeline
Dec 03, 2020 by Winston WagnerPrehistory 🔗 The Antikthyera Mechanism For as long as humans have needed to count, they have endeavored to find ways to make that process simpler.
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Certificates vs Diplomas in Computer Science [2022 Updated]
Dec 02, 2020 by Zulie RaneWhen I was looking into getting my first job related to programming, I had no idea what the difference between a certificate and a diploma was.
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Examples of Heuristics in Computer Science
Nov 30, 2020 by Winston WagnerHeuristics in computer science and artificial intelligence are “rules of thumb” used in algorithms to assist in finding approximate solutions to complex problems.
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How to Create a Custom Checkbox Form in Vue
Nov 25, 2020 by Lane WagnerYou have a problem. The browser’s default checkbox form is ugly and outdated, but importing an entire library just to change the styling seems like overkill.
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How to Make a Custom Slider Component in Vue
Nov 24, 2020 by Lane WagnerCreating a custom slider component can be tricky, especially if you want to create a lean standalone Vue component.
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Why Students Struggle Getting a Job After Coding Bootcamp
Nov 19, 2020 by Zulie RaneImagine, like so many folks, that you decide what you want to study when you’re just 18.
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Comprehensive Guide to Learn Computer Science Online
Nov 18, 2020 by Lane WagnerBe careful about deciding the best way to learn to code. Not all paths are equally effective.
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Should You Commit the Vendor Folder in Go?
Nov 16, 2020 by Lane WagnerIf you’re asking “should I commit the vendor folder in my Go project to Git?”, the answer is “almost always”.
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How Long Does It Take To Learn To Code?
Nov 10, 2020 by Zulie RaneThere are so many obvious reasons to learn to code: freelancing opportunities, career advancement, salary increase, and personal satisfaction among others.
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How Much Do Software Engineers Make?
Nov 09, 2020 by Lane WagnerSoftware engineering continues to be one of the most lucrative career paths in the tech industry.
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JavaScript vs Java - Differences, Similarities, and History
Nov 06, 2020 by Lane WagnerThe naming of Java and JavaScript confuses many new programmers. They sound so similar, so one might think they have the same use-cases, similar properties, or maybe the same company created both languages.