Amina Ba
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Syntactic sugar is a programming shortcut that makes code easier to write and read. It’s like a linguistic trick that lets you do something complex in a simpler way. In Python __init__() context, here are simple examples:
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any([“”]) returns True because the list [“”] is non-empty. While the empty string “” inside the list is falsy, the any() function evaluates whether at least one element in the iterable is truthy. Since the list itself contains an element (even though it’s an empty string), it is considered non-empty, and any() returns True.
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One of the many reasons why I love the tech community is its commitment to open-source collaboration and the philosophy that knowledge should be accessible to all, free of charge. As an aspiring software developer entering the dynamic world of programming, it’s essential to equip yourself with the right tools and resources to set yourself…
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Welcome to this insightful interview with Maddie Clingan, an Agile Coach at ControlPlane, a cloud-native security consultancy. Maddie is dedicated to helping people, teams, and products in the tech world reach their full potential through experimentation. She has a diverse background that includes working as a Technical Board Advisor to Dialogue Earth, speaking at conferences…
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[This article is based on my personal experiences looking for a junior/entry tech role in the UK in 2024 as a bootcamp graduate.] So, I just finished up at Makers Academy, armed with solid training and a big dose of confidence. I thought I’d be that person on LinkedIn bragging about landing a tech job…
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REASON 1: Embracing Every Step of the Journey Our brains have a peculiar way of working—traumatic experiences stick like glue, but the victories, big and small, tend to slip away unnoticed. Ever recall spending three agonizing days wrestling with a multi-layered-well-hidden-with-loads-of-dependencies bug? Absolutely. Now, what about the exhilaration of scripting your first for loop with…
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Hey everyone! Welcome to another edition of our monthly interview series, where we explore the inspiring journeys of individuals who transitioned into tech from non-technical backgrounds. Today, I am excited to introduce Emma (Em) Bayley-Melendez, a fellow tech career changer and a recent graduate iOS developer at mkodo. Em is deeply passionate about React and…
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Are you considering a career change into the world of technology? Wondering how to become a software developer without a traditional background in coding? Meet Ella Bastian, a Software Engineer at Funding Circle UK, whose inspiring journey from a digital policy role in government to becoming a software developer is a testament to the endless…