A Guide to Python's __init__ Method
A foundational guide to the __init__ method in Python classes. Learn how this special method acts as the constructor to initialize the state of a new object.
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What is a 'for' Loop in C#?
A foundational guide to the 'for' loop in C#, a fundamental control flow statement for executing a block of code a specific number of times. Learn the classic syntax and how it gives you precise control over iteration.
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2019 in Review: The Year of Cloud-Native
A look back at the defining technology trends of 2019. From the landmark release of .NET Core 3.0 to the dominance of Kubernetes and the continued rise of serverless, we review a year defined by the maturation of cloud-native technologies.
Read moreWhat is a 'while' Loop in Python?
A foundational guide to the 'while' loop in Python. Learn how to use this control flow statement to execute a block of code repeatedly as long as a certain condition remains true.
Read moreA Guide to Python Virtual Environments
An essential guide for Python developers on what virtual environments are, why they are crucial for project dependency management, and how to use the built-in venv module to create and manage them.
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An Introduction to Terraform: Infrastructure as Code
A beginner's guide to Terraform, the popular open-source Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tool. Learn the core workflow of writing, planning, and applying infrastructure configurations in a safe and repeatable way.
Read moreWhat is a 'struct' in C#?
A foundational guide to the 'struct' keyword in C#. Learn how structs are used to create lightweight value types and understand the key differences between a struct and a class.
Read moreWhat's New in .NET Core 3.0? A Landmark Release is Here
An overview of the official release of .NET Core 3.0. We explore the final features of this landmark release, including support for WPF and Windows Forms, C# 8.0 with nullable reference types, and first-class support for gRPC.
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What is Serverless? An Introduction to AWS Lambda
A beginner's guide to the core concepts of serverless computing and AWS Lambda. Learn what 'serverless' really means, how Lambda works, and why it's a revolutionary way to build applications in the cloud.
Read moreExploring C# 8.0: Nullable Reference Types
A deep dive into the most significant feature of C# 8.0: nullable reference types. Learn how this new feature aims to eliminate null reference exceptions by changing how the language treats null.
Read moreAn Introduction to Amazon DynamoDB
A beginner's guide to Amazon DynamoDB, AWS's fully managed NoSQL database service. Learn about its core concepts, including tables, items, and primary keys, and understand its benefits for building scalable applications.
Read moreA First Look at .NET Core 3.0
An early look at the major new features coming in .NET Core 3.0. From support for WPF and Windows Forms to the introduction of C# 8.0 with nullable reference types, we explore what makes this one of the most anticipated .NET releases ever.
Read moreA Guide to LINQ in C#: Querying Any Collection
An introduction to LINQ (Language-Integrated Query) in C#. Learn how to use its powerful and expressive syntax to query in-memory collections, databases, and other data sources.
Read moreUnderstanding the AWS Shared Responsibility Model
A guide to one of the most fundamental concepts of cloud security: the AWS Shared Responsibility Model. Learn what AWS is responsible for (security OF the cloud) and what you are responsible for (security IN the cloud).
Read moreGetting Started with Python for Beginners
A beginner's guide to the Python programming language. Learn why Python is so popular, how to write your first program, and understand the basic concepts of variables, data types, and functions.
Read moreAn Introduction to ASP.NET Core
A beginner's guide to ASP.NET Core, Microsoft's modern, open-source, and cross-platform framework for building web applications and services. Learn about its key features and what makes it a great choice for web development.
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