How to Round a Number in Python: Truncation, Arithmetic, and More
Remember learning to round in grade school? Me too! The only problem is I don’t use the idea very often. As a result, I don’t always remember how to round …
How to Compute Absolute Value in Python: Control Flow, Abs(), and More
Today, I’m sharing a few ways to compute absolute value in Python. If you thought the standard library was the only way to get it done, buckle up!
The Remainder Operator Works on Doubles in Java
The remainder operator is a staple in Java, but did you know it works on doubles as well? Now, you know!
How to Format a String in Python: Interpolation, Concatenation, and More
In this article, we learn how to format a string in Python using a handful of techniques including concatenation and interpolation.
Yet Another Way to Learn Recursion
As someone who covers a lot of beginner concepts, I’ve always sort of avoided one of the trickier concepts: recursion. Well, today I decided to take a stab at it.
Understanding the Number Theory Behind RSA Encryption
Kicking of studying for the qualifying exam with a bit of number theory as the basis of RSA encryption. Wish me luck!
The Difference Between Statements and Expressions
Today, I want to talk about the difference between statements and expressions in Computer Science and why ignoring that distinction has consequences.
Java Number Exploration Lab
When learning a new programming language, it can be helpful to play with the basic operations. That’s why I’ve written a lab for Java number exploration.
The Behavior of `i = i++` in Java
Recently, one of my students just introduced me to `i = i++`. Care to guess how it works? It’s probably not what you think.
Rock Paper Scissors Using Modular Arithmetic
Forget endless if statements! It’s time to solve Rock Paper Scissors using modular arithmetic in Python.