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Sara A. Metwalli Sara A. Metwalli
Updated on July 15, 2025

Python Databases 101: How to Choose a Database Library

A Python database refers to using Python to manage and interact with databases, while a Python database library is a Python library that enables this interaction through Python. Here's what to know to choose a Python database library.

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Julius Černiauskas Julius Černiauskas
Updated on July 15, 2025

What Does Cloudflare’s New Opt-In Model Mean for AI Model Training?

Cloudflare announced it will now block AI scrapers by default, but will this improve relationships between AI builders and content creators? Our expert weighs in.

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Alex Gault Alex Gault
Updated on July 15, 2025

What Happened to NFTs?

While the market for NFTs crashed in 2022, the technology behind the phenomenon didn’t go away. Instead, NFTs evolved to center around utility. Learn more.

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Jeremy Gottschalk Jeremy Gottschalk
Updated on July 15, 2025

Age Verification Laws Have Noble Intentions, but They Need Improvement

Laws that require proof of identity are designed to protect minors, but they introduce a range of new problems. Our expert suggests a smarter framework.

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Mamta Singh Mamta Singh
Updated on July 15, 2025

What Is Caching?

Cache (pronounced “cash”) is a type of computing memory used to improve the speed at which we access frequently requested data. Caching improves performance, efficiency and the user experience.

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Artturi Jalli Artturi Jalli
Updated on July 15, 2025

What Is Backbone.js?

Backbone.js, a small JavaScript library for organizing developers’ JavaScript code, is lightweight and easy to integrate into JavaScript-heavy applications.

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Anthony Corbo Anthony Corbo
Updated on July 14, 2025

What Is SQL?

SQL allows programmers to query, update and reorganize data while modifying database schema to control data accessibility.

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Anthony Corbo Anthony Corbo
Updated on July 14, 2025

What Is the R Programming Language?

R is a programming language widely used in data science that offers tools for statistical analysis and data visualization, including advanced plotting capabilities.

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Bushra Anjum Bushra Anjum
Updated on July 14, 2025

Does Your Project Need an LLM, Machine Learning or Statistics?

Choosing the right tool depends on your data type, goal, data volume and need for transparency. Our expert offers a framework for this decision.

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Anthony Corbo Anthony Corbo
Updated on July 14, 2025

What Are Cybersecurity Frameworks?

Cybersecurity frameworks are utilized to add structure and methodology to the protection of digital assets.

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