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Dr. Derek Austin Dr. Derek Austin
Updated on June 28, 2023

How to Check for Null in JavaScript

In JavaScript, typeof null returns ‘object’, so how do you check for null? One way is to use the double equality operator.

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Dr. Derek Austin Dr. Derek Austin
Updated on June 28, 2023

JavaScript Question Mark (?) Operator Explained

The question mark operator is used in JavaScript as an alternative to an if statement, especially where a value is assigned based on a conditional.

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Andreas Rekdal Andreas Rekdal
Updated on June 28, 2023

What Is Spatial Computing?

Apple calls the Vision Pro its first spatial computer. Here’s what that means, and why it matters.

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Jayanth Somineni Jayanth Somineni
Updated on June 14, 2023

Different Ways to Display Images in React.js Apps

Learn different ways of including images in React.js applications. Display great imagery, no matter your code’s style.

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Dr. Derek Austin Dr. Derek Austin
Updated on June 14, 2023

How to Make JavaScript Sleep or Wait

JavaScript doesn’t have a dedicated sleep() function that causes the code to wait before resuming execution. Here's how to write a JavaScript sleep function. 

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Erez Kaminski Erez Kaminski
Updated on June 14, 2023

How to Build Safer and More Reliable Software

Bad software can cost money and even lives. Prevention is the best cure.

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Jason Beres Jason Beres
Updated on June 13, 2023

A Software Developer’s Guide to Generative AI

Accelerate your code development and automate repetitive tasks with generative AI tools like GitHub Copilot. Here’s how.

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Alex Zito-Wolf Alex Zito-Wolf
Updated on June 09, 2023

6 Industries to Target for Landing a Programming Job in a Recession

Some, like artificial intelligence and data analytics, have long been sure bets. But there are a few emerging, high-growth sectors that might surprise you.

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Stephen Gossett Stephen Gossett
Updated on June 06, 2023

How to Become a Software Engineer

How do you get into software engineering? Are bootcamps worth the cost? Four experts share advice about how to become a software engineer.

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