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Decimal vs float in Python
When working with fractions in Python, we tend to use floats, but we also have the decimal module. Learn how to use it, and its benefits over floats.
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Python's format Function
You may be familiar with Python's format method, but what about the format function? Learn to use Python's formatting language without string interpolation!
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How to interact with REST APIs from JavaScript
Learn how to use JavaScript to interact with your REST APIs, using XMLHttpRequest and also fetch.
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Python's Partition Method for Strings
In this post we cover a lesser known string method called partition. It has a lot of similarities to split, but there are some interesting differences.
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Flashing messages with Flask
Learn how to temporarily show messages in your websites when using Flask, by using the built-in message flashing mechanism. It's flexible yet straightforward!
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Formatting Integers in Different Bases in Python
In this post we dive deeper into Python's formatting syntax, learning about displaying numbers in different bases. We also make a neat colour converter too!
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Creating Snake Using Tkinter's Canvas Widget (Part 2)
In this post we finish off our Snake game using Tkinter's Canvas widget. Learn how to move objects on the Canvas, delete them, or add more.
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Nested String Interpolation in Python
In this post we continue looking at formatting, this time exploring nested string interpolation, which we can use to dynamically set formatting options.
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Creating Snake Using Tkinter's Canvas Widget (Part 1)
In this post we start work on recreating the popular arcade game, Snake, using Tkinter's versatile Canvas widget.
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Formatting Numbers for Printing in Python
Learn how to leverage Python's detailed formatting language to control how numbers are displayed in your applications.
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How to write decorators in Python
Decorators in Python can be a confusing topic, particularly for newer students. In this post we'll explain them from the ground up, including how they work, their syntax, and much more!
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Python's "Ternary Operator"
Learn about conditional statements in Python: a slightly obscure bit of syntax that allows for succinct conditional logic, particularly during assignments.