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Introduction If you prefer learning from books and documentation instead of videos, Rust offers one of the best learning resources available: The Rust Programming Language, also known as The Rust Book. The book is open source, maintained by the ...

LLM outputs sometimes feel stable. Sometimes they suddenly become random. Often, the only thing that changed is a parameter. So what actually happens at the moment an LLM decides which token comes next? The short answer is simple: it samples on...

Introduction This article is part of a beginner series where I document my personal journey learning Elixir and taking my first real steps in its ecosystem. I recently came from Node.js, where setting up a development environment is usually very s...

When I first started learning cybersecurity, I had no clue where to begin. I was just a developer curious about protecting data, systems, and people. It felt overwhelming at first, but I quickly realized something: you don’t have to be perfect to s...

When most people hear the word coding, they imagine lines of confusing text on a dark screen. But in reality, coding is much more than writing instructions for a computer.. it’s about thinking clearly, solving problems, and building solutions. Lear...

> After losing two weeks of work to a crash, I spent years perfecting my > backup strategy. Here's everything I learned managing 10+ client > sites. Why I'm Writing This Three years ago, I lost two weeks of work because I trusted backups I never t...

I Was Stuck After Learning React Basics — Mini Projects Changed Everything When I first started learning React, everything felt exciting. Components, JSX, useState, props — I was ticking off topics one by one. But after a while, something felt off....

My Functional Programming Learning Journey I recently completed a comprehensive workbook with 45 exercises to learn about lambda functions and functional programming in Python. I want to share my experience with fellow beginners who are on the same...

When most people decide to enter tech, the first big question they face is: “Which programming language should I start with?” Everyone has an opinion. Some say JavaScript. Others say C++. A few say “just pick anything.” But after learning, strugg...

When I first started learning tech, I had this habit: I kept waiting. Waiting to fully understand a language… Waiting to finish a course… Waiting to feel “confident enough.” But here’s what I learned along the way: You will never feel 100% ready...

Why Every Developer Should Learn Git Early Introduction When I started coding, I focused only on writing code that worked. But soon, I realized that writing code is just half the journey managing it is equally important. That’s when I discovered ...

In this article, you are going to learn the most basic GitHub commands that you will need in your everyday life as a developer. We will start by creating a repository on your local system and then proceed to creating and merging branches in GitHub. ...

In IT, we often think the best problem-solvers are those who can write flawless code or debug complex systems in minutes. However, research and real-world experience tell a different story: the most successful teams thrive not because of technical br...

Encryption has been with us for thousands of years. That sounds dramatic, but it’s true. Long before we had computers, Wi-Fi, or even electricity, humans were trying to keep secrets safe. Kings, generals, traders, and even lovers wanted ways to pass ...

Ever wonder how your phone streams Netflix, checks email, refreshes social media, and syncs your weather app—all at the same time—without mixing everything up? It feels like magic. But under the hood, your operating system is quietly running a well-o...

Our Obsession With Making Code “Understandable” Humans have always struggled with translation. From carving symbols into clay to inventing alphabets, we’ve needed bridges between ideas and expression. Computers are no different. They only “speak” i...

Hello World Divooka™ is a node‑based visual programming environment that lets you build workflows by connecting functional blocks called nodes. In this example, we are going to see a simple but fully functional program in Divooka™. We are going to...

The heartbeat of the internet is its ability to connect people and devices across the globe, instantly and seamlessly. In the realm of web development, this connectivity has evolved dramatically, enabling dynamic and interactive user experiences that...

Why LCP and INP Matter for Every Developer As a developer, you might focus on writing clean code and adding cool features. But have you ever thought about how fast your website actually feels to users? That's where LCP and INP come in - two simple b...

In this article, we explore versioning in software development. You'll learn about Semantic Versioning, GitHub releases, and practical steps to manage updates, enhancing your project management skills! !https://cdn.hashnode.com/res/hashnode/image/...