Taking Kotlin for a Spin
After long last, I’ve finally decided to take a look at Kotlin while building an Android app. Now, I want to talk about the language.
How to Merge Two Dictionaries in Python: Dictionary Comprehensions and Unpacking
Dictionaries by themselves are a great tool, but what if we have more than one? Today, we’re going to learn how to merge two dictionaries in Python.
Be Careful When Copying Mutable Data Types
As with many posts in this series, I’m interested in examining some of the pitfalls when learning to code. Today, we’ll cover the pitfalls when copying mutable data types.
How to Write a List Comprehension in Python: Modifying and Filtering
After covering so many common problems, I thought it would be fun just to explore a chunk of syntax known as the list comprehension in Python.
Hello World in Goby
Looks like I’m back at it again with another installment of the Hello World series. This time we’re tackling Hello World in Goby.
How to Sort a List of Dictionaries in Python: Sort and Sorted
When you work with data in Python, sometimes it’s handy to be able to sort a list of dictionaries. Luckily, I know just the way to do it!
The Behavior of `i = i++` in Java
As I continue to teach, I’m constantly introduced to new ways to code. For instance, one of my students just introduced me to `i = i++`. Care to guess how it works?
Rock Paper Scissors Using Modular Arithmetic
Forget endless if statements! It’s time to solve Rock Paper Scissors using modular arithmetic in Python.
The `else if` Keyword Doesn’t Exist in Java
Recently, I found out that the `else if` keyword doesn’t exist. To put it bluntly, you’re going to want to read this one.
How to Parse a Spreadsheet in Python: CSV Reader and DictReader
Sometimes you just need to parse a spreadsheet in Python. In this article, we’ll cover three methods which demonstrate just how to do that.