#the same is NOT true for python's / operator

[cups-official]

not gonna lie I hate javascript's === operator less than python's //

[attiredpan]

Okay so my English teacher has been encouraging my class to save all our writing from our prompt assignments and I’ve got it all on a doc and sometimes I’ll just read through and find some. Fascinating Quotes & Passages.

(Copy and pasted the following text cause I couldn’t screenshot the whole thing)

I think I have told myself to grow up more times than I have had others tell me. At least directly, there have been plenty of times where the words ‘grow up’ never came out but were squished in between the text. I’ve mentioned how as a child, I thought I was an alien sent to study human interaction. There are times that I wish I was, I think it would make things a lot less complicated for me because then I would have an actual reason for feeling so ‘other’ when I talk to people than that I’m just an socially undercooked weirdo. But regardless, I still believe there are parts of me that did not mature past the first or third or sixth grade so as a result I always feel younger than I am.

Between this and the lingering mentality from the same period that someone can not possibly want to be friends with me while being friends with another person. Because if they do have another friend then they were only hanging out with me because of pity. This has all made it very difficult to form new friendships. Aside from the fact that my entire generation had their social skills put through the meat grinder during COVID, but that is a completely different conversation. That’s only two of the layers in this Lack In Socialization crepe though, we haven’t even gotten to the part about feeling like everyone secretly hates me for just existing with no precursor to said hate.

Writing has made these feelings more manageable. Primarily in the sense that I can just put those feelings of inadequacy and self loathing and worthlessness and stuff in a character and have another character show genuine, honest care and affection for them and it makes me feel just a little less shitty about myself for a bit. Not really a true replacement for actual human connection, but it’s been getting the job done for the past six years so not like I can really complain about it. Jesus that sounded like a Monty Python skit for a minute there.

The more I think about it, I think maybe I am monstrously under-diagnosed . Like there has gotta be an actual differential cognitive reason as to why my brain operated like this when I was in elementary school. Because there is no way that was or is normal.

[mr-abhishek-kumar]

Interning in python, what is it.

Python uses a technique called interning to store small and unchanging values in memory. Interning means that Python only stores one copy of an object in memory, even if multiple variables reference it. This saves memory and improves performance.

Integers are one of the types of objects that are interned in Python. This means that all integer objects from -5 to 256 are stored in the same memory location. This is why the integer object is the same in memory for the following code:

Python

a = 10 b = 10 print(a is b)

Output:

True

However, interning is not applied to all objects in Python. For example, lists and other more complex data types are not interned. This means that every time you create a new list, a new memory space is allocated for it, even if the list contains the same elements as an existing list.

It is important to note that interning can be disabled in Python. To do this, you can set the sys.intern variable to False. However, this is not recommended, as it can lead to performance problems.

Here are some additional benefits of interning:

It reduces the number of objects that need to be garbage collected.

It makes it easier to compare objects for equality.

It can improve the performance of operations that involve objects, such as hashing and object lookups.

Overall, interning is a powerful technique that Python uses to improve memory usage and performance.

[aroace-polyshow]

so the coding post. basically what that person is doing is trying to determine if an inputted integer is an even number or not. the code that they have written takes the input and goes "if the value is 1, return false (aka say it's not even.) if the value is 2, return true. if the value is 3, return false......" et cetera et cetera, ad infinitum. basically they have written a line of code for every single integer they could think of. but since there are infinite integers, this piece of code could hypothetically go on forever! that's super ineffiecient, especially for a task as simple as determining if a number is even or not.

an easier way to code that would be to divide the number by 2 with remainders (in python, this would be the modulo operator), and if the value of the remainder is 0, then it's an even number. for example: num = int(input()) def iseven(num): r = num % 2 if r == 0: return true else: return false iseven(num)

what this code does is take an integer input from the user (that's the first line) then defines a function to modulo divide the value. if the value of the remainder is 0, it returns true, and if not, it returns false. then, at the bottom, the function is "called", or used. so in 8 lines i've done the same thing as op's theoretically infinite chunk of code! the joke is that the code is so ridiculously inefficient it's funny. hope this made sense.

yeahh mutual reblogged explaining too. goodness gracious that does sound awful

[a-girl-called-bob]

I don't want to reply to this on the post it's on, because it'd be getting pretty far away from the original point (that being that chromebooks have actively eroded the technological literacy of large proportions of young people, especially in the US), but I felt enough of a need to respond to these points to make my own post.

Point 1 is... pretty much correct in the context that it's replying to; the Google Problem in this case being the societal impact of Google as a company and how their corporate decisions have shaped the current technological landscape (again, especially in the US). I'd argue it's less like saying Firefox is a good alternative for your dishwasher and more like saying Firefox is a solution for climate change, but whatever, the point's the same. You can't personal choices your way out of systemic issues.

Point 2 is only correct in the most pedantic way; we both know that 'running on a Linux kernel' isn't what we mean when we talk about Linux systems. It's one true definition, but not a functional or useful one. Android and ChromeOS (and to a lesser extent, MacOS, and to an even greater extent, the fucking NES Mini) all share a particular set of characteristics that run counter to the vast majority of FOSS and even Enterprise Linux distributions. Particularly, they're a.) bundled with their hardware, b.) range from mildly annoying to damn near impossible (as well as TOS-breaking) to modify or remove from said hardware, and c.) contain built-in access restrictions that prevent the user from running arbitrary Linux programs. I would consider these systems to all be Linux-derived, but their design philosophies and end goals are fundamentally different from what we usually mean when we talk about 'a Linux system'. Conflating the two is rhetorically counterproductive when you fucking know what we mean.

Point 3 is a significant pet peeve of mine, and the primary reason why I feel the need to actually respond to this even if only on my own blog. "Linux is not a consumer operating system" is such a common refrain, it's practically a meme; yet, I've never seen someone explain why they think that in a way that wasn't based on a 30-year-old conception of what Linux is and does. If you pick up Linux Mint or Ubuntu or, I don't know, KDE Plasma or something, the learning curve for the vast majority of things the average user needs to do is nearly identical to what it would be on Windows. Office software is the same. Media players is the same. Files and folders is the same. Web browsers is the same. GIMP's a little finicky compared to Photoshop but it also didn't cost you anything and there are further alternatives if you look for them. There are a few differences in terms of interface, but if you're choosing between either one to learn for the first time you're using a computer, the difference isn't that large. Granted, you can also do a bunch of stuff with the command line - you could say the same of Powershell, though, and you don't have to use either for most things. Hell, in some respects Windows has been playing catch-up - the Windows Store post-dates graphical software browsers on Linux by at least a decade, maybe more. Finding and installing programs has, quite literally, never been harder on Linux than on Windows - and only recently has Windows caught up. I used Linux as my daily driver for five years before I ever regularly had to open up the terminal (and even then it was only because I started learning Python). I was also seven when I started. If the average teenager these days has worse computer literacy than little seven year old Cam Cade (who had, let me think, just about none to start with), I think we have bigger issues to worry about.

In my opinion, Linux users saying Linux 'isn't for consumers' is an elitist, condescending attitude that's not reflective of the actual experience of using a Linux system. To say so also devalues and trivializes the work put in to projects like Mint and Ubuntu, which are explicitly intended to be seamlessly usable for the vast majority of day-to-day computer tasks.

[theofficersacademy]

                                  Forsyth   Byleth (F)   Andrei   Lachesis                              Naesala   Selena (FE8)   Chrom   Yarne   Hilda                                   Katarina   Ephidel   Saizo   Isadora   Eir

TEAM TAG: #AOtheta2024 CORPSE COUNT: 7 (+5) PUBLIC OPINION: DIVIDED

Things are unfair, aren't they?

The seventh day ends and the moon rises, but it is not the only thing that does. As the village of Rusalka descends into despair, the nightmares come out in full force. Some of you have encountered them outside of the walls, some of you remember them from a year ago. But despite some level of anticipation, the scuffle over the corpses and the deterioration of Rusalka leaves the village unprepared for the onslaught.

Miasmic slimes, corpse trees, and other nightmares flood the village on all sides, and though the walls, fortified by Lachesis and Andrei, help prevent any casualties, the village of Rusalka sees this as the final straw.

"Everything started going bad once those people came in…!" one villager asserts.

Another cries out, "They're the reason! If they hadn't come, we… we would've still been whole!"

Perth — or was it Celephais, your brain thinks intrusively — the town leader is called to action. He decrees that those that have done nothing good, those of the highest suspicion, are to be cast out for the sake of Rusalka's defense. They see you as the enemy, and the villagers evaluate everything your group has done this past week— who deserves to stay and who cannot.

For Naesala, Yarne, Ephidel, Forsyth, Saizo, Lachesis, and Chrom, people are more reluctant to vouch for them. They are kicked out of Rusalka and now deemed the 'Outsiders.' As for the rest, Eir, Katarina, Andrei, Isadora, Selena, Hilda, and Byleth find that they still have supporters and are allowed to remain within the family that Rusalka has cultivated, and they are dubbed the 'Insiders.' 

But your circumstances are not the only ones who have changed. The people of Rusalka are not the same since your arrival. Their village, just as Keranes has sought to do, is beginning to dismantle…

…but so are you.

The Circumstances

The group is no longer treated as one big unit and is physically apart. All Public Opinion can no longer be changed, your individual actions from last week having been accounted into deciding where you have been separated for this week. You are unable to interact with muses of the other grouping category for the duration of this week, though you are allowed to continue and close off threads with those muses started during Week 1.

The Outsiders

For the Outsiders, you find that once the sun rises, Saizo disappears into the light. You must wait until night falls, but when you do, he returns and so does Keranes, though the former isn't quite what he used to be…

Keranes explains that due to the group's efforts, Celephais's power has grown weaker, causing Rusalka's false paradise to become unstable. Additionally, all the corpses that made it outside of the walls are now returned, no longer sedated by Celephais's magic. You find Python, Brigid, Emmeryn, Panne, Kris, Ryoma, and Hel as floating spectral figures.

They have returned as Vengeful Spirits, and Keranes states that they have bonded themselves to their most important person here. Forsyth and Python, Chrom and Emmeryn, Yarne and Panne, and Saizo and Ryoma are now companions in the night. Since Lachesis was able to bring Diarmuid's corpse with her, this is also true of the two of them as well. However, due to the deceased being vengeful spirits, this classifies them as nightmares, and they are unable to be present in the daylight, however they make strong allies for the big fight on the horizon.

Saizo appears to operate similarly to the Vengeful Spirits. He shall find that he feels himself changed, consumed by the darkness and the ruin that stains his hands after the events of the previous week. He too is also only able to exist in the night time, but he has gained new, eldritch power for the cost of being weak to the light.

Keranes states that everybody can be returned to as they are meant to be, that they can return to reality, once she finishes dismantling Rusalka and the false promise of happiness and co-dependence that Celephais has inflicted upon them all here. She will need time to amass her army of nightmares, but she plans to strike once she is ready. She states it shall likely be in three days (every two IRL days equal one in-universe day for this week) from now. She recommends you ready yourselves too.

But as the dawn rises, you realize that without being allowed into Rusalka anymore, you shall have to find shelter and fend for yourself for the next three days… however difficult that may be.

Unable to leave this tear, unable to enter the safety of Rusalka, it is you against the world… literally. 

The Insiders

For the Insiders, you are granted the safety of being within the walls of Rusalka. Being on edge due to the recent deaths as well as the attack from the nightmares, the once peaceful villagers are beginning to arm themselves and train, and they are taking to fortifying their walls too. However, though you no longer need to worry about food or shelter or overt distrust, the protectiveness of Rusalka's people begins to come out in full force.

Now, every day, the villagers come to check in on you and the buddy system is fully enforced. You are unable to act without being in at least a group of three. You feel that the village never truly sleeps, it only being a matter of time before you run into someone else or someone bursts into your shared sleeping accomodations just to make sure you are still alive. Your clothes have been replaced with their own hemp tunics, and at every corner, you hear a villager encourage you to assimilate.

Join us.

Join us.

Join us.

You are no longer allowed to leave the walls for any reason whatsoever. You are not permitted your freedom and the things the villagers say begin to feel more and more unnatural, their smiles more and more menacing and forced. Even looking at any of them sends a chill down your spine.

The people begin to speak ill of the Outsiders, preparing for the day they are to defeat them and restore peace to this happy home… But your allies are on the other side of the wall. Will you be forced to cross blades against them one day?

If you must live, will you live in the safety of Celephais' arms, or shall you return to the life you once knew, even if it means embracing danger?

Led to Ruin

Though the objectives and circumstances for each group are now different, the one thing both groups have in common is the Ruin mechanic.

On the team document, you shall find that every single player character now has a Ruin counter in addition to their HP counter at the top. This is specific to each player character. Anytime they perform a risky action of some kind (as outlined in GM-given prompts), they will roll a d6. 

Roll Results (Generally):

1-3 : You fail, and things get worse. 

4-5 : You succeed, but there's some kind of complication.

6 : You succeed.

If you are unhappy with your roll, you may add a dark die. Reroll with ul2d6 now. (If you are rolling with Avrae instead of Dice Maiden, then roll the two dice separately.) The first die is your light die and the second die is your dark die. If the dark die is a higher number than your light die, add 1 Ruin to your character tracker. Your new result for the task will be the higher number, whichever color it is. If you are still unsatisfied, you are free to keep adding as many dark die as you want, one new dark die per attempt, (e.g. your third attempt would be one light die and two dark dice, so ul 3d6) and you will keep potentially stacking Ruin as the cost. In a tie between a light die and a dark die, the dark die is automatically considered the higher number.

Other characters may choose to help any action (to mitigate its effects) so long as a dark die is involved with the original party. The supporting character will roll a 1d6, but if their number matches any number on a dark die, then they will be spent as collateral damage in some way. Be careful.

If you at any point in time reach 7 Ruin, your character disintegrates in the sunlight and is reborn again as a nightmare come nightfall. 

Tasks (The Outsiders)

Your group is primarily focused on survival.

You will need some kind of shelter to live through the next few days. Once shelter is built, it is permanent and will cover the needs of all muses in this group. Roll 1D6 per post to cut down trees to help build it.

ㅤㅤ- 1-3 : Your muse ends up injuring themselves and collect no wood. They take -1HP worth of damage. ㅤㅤ- 4-5 : Your muse successfully collects +1 Wood, but they still lightly injure themselves. They take -0.5HP worth of damage. ㅤㅤ- 6 : Your muse successfully collects +2 Wood with no complications. ㅤㅤ- Axe rank of C or higher grants a +1 modifier to all rolls for this prompt.

Once your group has some wood, you can start actually building the house. To finish building the shelter, the group will need to expend 10 wood. Roll a 1D6 per post to help build it. ㅤ- 1-3 : Your muse injures themselves in the process of trying to get things built. They take -0.5HP worth of damage. ㅤ- 4-5 : Your muse expends -1 Wood but tires themselves out. They are unable to roll to make progress in their next post. ㅤ- 6 : Your muse expends -2 Wood and makes good progress on building the shelter. ㅤ- Heavy Armor rank of C or higher grants a +1 modifier to all rolls for this prompt.

You will also need some food. Fortunately, all the extra food above your goal last week was brought with your group and not remaining with the Insiders. This means you start off with 12 lbs of vegetables, 5lbs of mushrooms/nuts/berries, five eggs, and three bottles of milk. Together, this will be treated as 25lbs of food for the sake of our mechanics. You require 2lbs of food per muse each day to not starve/take damage.

If you choose to hunt or fish, you will find it easier to get enough sustenance per catch. Roll a 1D6 per post. ㅤ- Lance rank and/or Bow rank of C or higher grants a +1 modifier to all rolls for this prompt. ㅤ- 1-3 : Your muse is unable to catch anything and instead injures themselves. They take -1HP worth of damage. ㅤ- 4-5 : Your muse catches what is equivalent to +2lbs of food but struggled to do so, injuring themselves lightly in the process. They take -0.5HP worth of damage.

ㅤㅤ- 6 : Your muse successfully catches what is equivalent to +4lbs of food!

If you choose to forage for berries and mushrooms, roll a 1D6 per post to try and find them. ㅤ- Those that did the Forage prompt during Week 1 are granted a +1 modifier to all rolls for this prompt. ㅤ- 1-3 : Your muse finds only poison. ㅤ- 4-5 : Your muse struggles but manages to find +1lb of edible food. ㅤ- 6 : Your muse successfully finds +2lbs of edible food.

Battle will be coming, and you might need some healing. Your group was able to steal all the healing items you made last week, resulting in a total of 2 Vulneraries and 2 Concoctions to your name, but if you want more, then you'll need to find more herbs and flowers with which to make them. Currently, your group has no herbs and flowers to work with. Roll a 1D6 per post to try and find them. ㅤ- Those that did the Forage prompt during Week 1 are granted a +1 modifier to all rolls for this prompt. ㅤ- 1-3 : Your muse finds nothing and just wastes time. ㅤ- 4-5 : Your muse finds +2 workable herb/flower but come into contact with something poisonous. Roll 1d6. If 1, you are inflicted with the Minor Poison status at the start of Week 3. If your muse gets this result again, your Minor Poison stacks into Toxic Poison status. ㅤ- 6 : Your muse finds +2 workable herbs/flowers with no negative consequences.

Once your group has some herbs/flowers, you can begin to make healing items. ㅤ- A single healing item requires you to expend 2 Herbs/Flowers. ㅤ- Faith rank of C or higher increases effectiveness; creates Concoctions instead of Vulneraries ㅤ- Apothecary Class Mastery increases speed to one creation every 3 posts instead of 5.

Any day your muse is lacking either food or shelter, you will take -1HP. If your muse has been turned into a Nightmare, they no longer have these needs and will not take damage from failing to meet them. 

The Search (The Insiders)

Your group is primarily focused on making a choice. You do not have to worry about needs. Any and all actions your muses take in paralogues are up to you as long as they fit the narrative lack of freedom up above, but you all shall also be given an optional IC minigame. Results of this minigame directly affect mechanics of Week 3.

For everyone, regardless of participation in the minigame or not, consider your muse's answer to the question: "Do you wish to return to the Outside or do you wish to protect Rusalka?" Your muse must have an answer to this question by the end of the IRL / OOC week. Ping Mod N with your muse's answer.

For those who choose to participate in the minigame, your muses shall be investigating the alleys of Rusalka. You have the freedom to split into teams or do it all together; a minigame team can be anywhere from 2-7 members. A segment of the team document will be dedicated to logging all rolls and occurrences of this minigame.

You all shall be placed on the map at the same starting point: the blue tile. All muses in a thread will move together as a party, but you all take turns (based on whoever is posting next in the thread) rolling for movement. ㅤ- Armored units roll a 1D4. ㅤ- Infantry units roll a 1D5. ㅤ- Cavalry and Flying units roll a 1D6. ㅤ- If a unit has Movement+, they gain a +1 modifier to all movement rolls. ㅤ- If a unit has a Knight Ring in their inventory, they can roll the remaining amount of movement after their first roll. E.G., a paladin muse rolls a 4 on a 1D6. They can perform their action for that turn, and then afterwards, they can roll a 1D2. If they had rolled a 3, they would have been able to roll an additional 1D3.

Every time you land on a tile with a number on it for the first time, roll a 1D6 to search. ㅤ- 1-2 : Your muse is discovered by a villager of Rusalka and must find a way to escape. If you forfeit your chance to escape and choose to instead wait them out, roll a 1D6. If a 1 or 2, the villager eventually leaves and you can try to search again next turn in this room. Otherwise, your party must roll another 1D6 for the next post. This continues for an infinite amount of posts until your party rolls a 1. ㅤ- 3-4 : Your muse successfully chooses a time where a villager is not in sight, but you find nothing. ㅤ- 5-6 : Your muse finds the remains of a dead Newcomer. Roll between all remaining deceased Newcomers to determine which one it is: the stowed away ashes of Reyson, the corpse of Holst, the corpse of Nergal, or the corpse of Harken. ㅤ- If the unit has a bonus to perception rolls, they gain a +1 modifier to all search rolls.

If your muse ever comes across a tile with this type of symbol on it, a square with a horizontal or vertical line going across its center, it is a locked door/gate (your choice for narrative flavor). You must spend a turn attempting to pick/break the lock. Roll a 1D6 to attempt this.

ㅤㅤ- 1-3: Your muse is unable to pick/break the lock. Roll a 1D6. If a 1 or 2, your muse is discovered by a villager of Rusalka and must find a way to escape. If you forfeit your chance to escape and choose to instead wait them out, roll another 1D6. If a 1 or 2, the villager eventually leaves and you can try to search again next turn in this room. Otherwise, your party must roll another 1D6 for the next post. This continues for an infinite amount of posts until your party rolls a 1.  ㅤㅤ- 4-5: Your muse successfully breaks the lock, but it is loud. Roll a 1D6. If a 1 or 2, your muse goes through the 'Discovered by a villager of Rusalka' scenario above. ㅤㅤ- 6: Your muse successfully picks the lock without being noticed. Your party may progress without problems on the next post. ㅤㅤ- If a unit with Lockpick, they gain a +3 to all lockpicking rolls.

If your muse wishes to escape when discovered, you must make a risk roll. 

ㅤㅤ- 1-3 : You fail and the villager attacks you. You lose -0.5HP and the party must attempt an escape roll again for the next post. ㅤㅤ- 4-5: You fail to get away at first but when the villager attacks you, you avoid taking damage and instead successfully knock them out in retaliation, but you accumulate +1 Ruin for doing this. ㅤㅤ- 6 : You succeed and get away from them. ㅤㅤ- For every point of speed a unit has, they gain a +1 modifier to this roll, caps at +6.

When you find a corpse, the corpse is added to your party's inventory.

Muses are unable to take two or more consecutive turns. They must have another party member go directly after them before they can act again. Each post on the dashboard should be equivalent to one turn in the minigame.

When all corpses have been found, ping Mod N. Another event shall occur when this condition is satisfied.

Important Notes

This event is mostly meant to be driven by the players rather than being ushered by your GM at every turn. Please take note that while the tasks above will contribute to the narrative of the campaign, you are not limited to only threading about the tasks above. You are free to write threads unrelated to the tasks if you so wish, so long as they take place within the setting of the event.

In addition to the above, if writing a task thread, please indicate it either in the title post of your thread or in your starter so that it is clear from the start.

Also, task threads are not limited to only featuring writing directly about the task at hand. You are encouraged to write character exploration and conversations outside of the scope of just the task as your characters carry them out. Please feel free to have your muses discuss the plot or anything else currently on their mind. See these tasks as a way to get characters together physically in one space, but the narrative freedom you are allowed is still just the same as most other threads too.

There is currently no time limit rule for when posts need to be written, but please remain in open communication with your thread partners/teammates. Shorter posts are encouraged to help keep things moving and for relationships to progress along with the narrative.

“Good” or “Bad” outcomes will still progress the campaign, so don’t feel too stressed about needing to “win” this event. The primary focus on this event should be character development and building relationships with your teammates. Actions have consequences, but all consequences can have narrative potential for exploration.

Here is the link to Team Theta’s team document if you require it. This is already pinned in your team channel. Whilst it will be updated in certain areas by your GM, players should do their best to update the thread tracker on it with link to thread replies and any notes they might wish to jot down whether for their own sake or for helping their teammates stay in the loop.

If you have any questions at any time or require additional information, ping Mod N.

[nmietbbsr]

How BTech Mechanical Can Lead to Careers in Robotics

When most students think of Mechanical Engineering, they picture machines, engines, or automobiles. But here’s something exciting—Mechanical Engineering is one of the strongest foundations for a career in Robotics. Yes, you read that right. If you’re someone who dreams of working on intelligent machines, drones, or automation systems, a BTech in Mechanical can be your perfect Launchpad.

Let’s break it down so you see the big picture.

What’s the Link Between Mechanical Engineering and Robotics?

Robotics is not a single-subject field. It combines mechanical engineering, electronics, computer science, and control systems. A robot, after all, is a physical system—made up of gears, motors, joints, and frames. And who better than a mechanical engineer to design and build those parts?

In fact, many leading robotics engineers started with a mechanical background. That’s because mechanical engineering gives you:

A strong understanding of kinematics and dynamics (how things move)

Skills in mechanical design and CAD

Knowledge of materials and manufacturing

Basics of control systems and automation

In simpler words, mechanical engineers are the architects of the robot’s body. They ensure that what’s imagined can be built, function, and perform in the real world.

What You Learn in BTech Mechanical That Helps in Robotics

Here are a few key subjects and skills taught in BTech Mechanical that directly contribute to robotics:

Engineering Mechanics & Dynamics: These help you understand how forces act in machines.

Machine Design & CAD: You’ll learn to design robotic arms, gear systems, and mobile robots.

Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics: Useful if you're designing robots for extreme environments.

Automation and Control Engineering: Many colleges include mechatronics and automation, laying the base for robotic control systems.

In institutes that focus on real-world learning, you’ll also work on mini projects and hands-on labs—and that’s where true robotics interest gets sparked.

Where Do Robotics Engineers Work?

You might be surprised at how widespread robotics is. Industries hiring robotics professionals include:

Automotive & Aerospace: Building robots for manufacturing and assembly lines.

Healthcare: Designing robotic surgical tools and prosthetics.

Agriculture: Drones and autonomous farming equipment.

Logistics & Warehousing: Robotics in Amazon-like fulfillment centers.

Defense & Space: Autonomous vehicles, drones, and exploration bots.

So yes, it’s no longer just “rocket science”—robotics is now applied science, and mechanical engineers are at the heart of it.

Top Skills You Need to Add Alongside Your Degree

While your BTech in Mechanical gives you the base, to truly excel in robotics, you should explore:

Programming Skills (Python, C++, MATLAB)

Microcontrollers & Sensors (Arduino, Raspberry Pi)

Robotics Simulation Tools (ROS, Gazebo)

Machine Learning Basics (for intelligent robot behavior)

These can be learned via online courses, robotics clubs, or elective subjects in college.

Choosing the Right College Makes a Difference

Now here’s something important—not all mechanical programs are the same. The best engineering colleges in Odisha are those that go beyond textbooks. Look for places that encourage interdisciplinary projects, have modern labs, and foster industry connections.

For example, NM Institute of Engineering and Technology (NMIET) in Bhubaneswar, though known primarily for its strong mechanical and technical base, also supports hands-on learning, industry collaboration, and practical workshops—exactly the environment where robotics thrives. Institutes like NMIET, affiliated with BPUT and accredited by AICTE, offer a strong academic foundation paired with exposure to real-world applications.

Interestingly, NMIET also maintains industry tie-ups with companies like IBM, Cognizant, and Capgemini—which often explore robotics and automation in their operations. A setup like this can open doors to internships or projects that align with robotics, even if your core branch is mechanical.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve been wondering whether a BTech in Mechanical can lead you into the world of robotics, the answer is: Absolutely, yes. Mechanical engineers are not just part of the robotics field—they are essential to it.

So, if your interest lies in building things that move, think, and react, consider mechanical engineering as your foundation. And when choosing where to study, keep in mind that the best engineering colleges in Odisha are those that integrate practical learning, tech-savvy faculty, and an open environment for innovation.

Remember, the robots of tomorrow need bright minds today—and your journey can begin with a single decision.

[anandtechverceseo]

Transforming Ideas into Software Excellence: Best Software Development Company in Chennai

In today’s hyper-digital world, businesses are increasingly reliant on custom software solutions to stay competitive, efficient, and connected with their customers. Whether you’re a startup seeking an MVP, a mid-sized firm upgrading your legacy systems, or a large enterprise developing scalable platforms — choosing the right software development company in Chennai is the first step to success. Known as the IT hub of South India, Chennai boasts a vibrant tech ecosystem, and among the many contenders, one name often emerges as the best software development company in Chennai for its innovation, client satisfaction, and result-driven approach.

Why Chennai is a Hub for Software Development?

Chennai has long been a preferred destination for technology services, thanks to its large talent pool, thriving IT infrastructure, and cost-effective solutions. The city is home to numerous tech parks, incubators, and multinational corporations, making it a natural breeding ground for exceptional software development companies.

However, not every company offers the same level of expertise or commitment. The best software development company in Chennai sets itself apart through a combination of technical excellence, strategic planning, transparent communication, and post-deployment support.

What Makes a Software Development Company the Best?

A top-tier Software Development Company in Chennai stands out through the following key aspects:

1. Customized Solutions

Every business is unique, and so are its challenges. The best companies provide tailor-made software solutions that align perfectly with business goals. Whether it's mobile apps, enterprise systems, cloud platforms, or CRM integrations, their focus remains on solving specific problems with precision.

2. Agile Development Process

Leading firms follow agile development methodologies to ensure faster delivery, greater flexibility, and continuous client involvement. This approach helps reduce risks and ensures that the final product meets all expectations.

3. Full-Cycle Development Services

From initial consultation and UI/UX design to development, testing, deployment, and support — a reliable software development company in Chennai offers end-to-end services under one roof. This minimizes friction and speeds up the time-to-market.

4. Expert Team

The best software companies invest in top talent — developers, testers, analysts, and project managers who are certified in the latest technologies like Python, Java, React, Angular, Node.js, and cloud services like AWS and Azure.

5. Client-Centric Approach

Open communication, transparent pricing, and on-time delivery are core values that set apart the best software development company in Chennai. They work as true partners, not just vendors, ensuring their client’s success at every stage.

Services Offered by a Leading Software Development Company in Chennai

Custom Software Development

Web and Mobile App Development

Enterprise Software Solutions

SaaS Product Development

E-commerce Development

Cloud Migration and DevOps

AI/ML-Powered Software Integration

Maintenance and Support Services

These services are tailored to suit diverse industries such as healthcare, retail, fintech, logistics, education, and real estate.

Real Impact, Real Results

The best software development company in Chennai doesn’t just deliver code; it delivers measurable business value. Clients report improved operational efficiency, increased revenue, better user engagement, and enhanced scalability through custom software solutions.

For instance, a Chennai-based logistics company partnered with a leading software firm to digitize their entire supply chain. The result? A 30% increase in delivery efficiency and a 50% reduction in manual errors — all thanks to a smartly designed software platform.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the right Software Development Company in Chennai can be a game-changer for your business. With the right partner, you gain access to technical expertise, innovation, and a shared vision for growth.

If you're looking for a dependable, forward-thinking partner to turn your software ideas into reality, make sure you collaborate with the best software development company in Chennai — one that understands your goals, adapts to your industry, and delivers solutions that matter.

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How Explainable AI Builds Trust and Accountability

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How Explainable AI Builds Trust and Accountability

Businesses have already plunged headfirst into AI adoption, racing to deploy chatbots, content generators, and decision-support tools across their operations. According to McKinsey, 78% of companies use AI in at least one business function.

The frenzy of implementation is understandable — everyone sees the potential value. But in this rush, many organizations overlook the fact that all neural network-based technologies, including every LLM and generative AI system in use today and for the foreseeable future, share a significant flaw: They are unpredictable and ultimately uncontrollable.

As some have learned, there can be real fall-out as a result. At one Chevrolet dealer that had deployed a chatbot to its website, a customer convinced the ChatGPT-powered bot to sell him a $58,195 Chevy Tahoe for just $1. Another customer prompted the same chatbot to write a Python script for complex fluid dynamics equations, which it happily did. The dealership quickly disabled the bots after these incidents went viral.

Last year, Air Canada lost in small claims court when it argued that its chatbot, which gave a passenger inaccurate information about a bereavement discount, “is a separate legal entity that is responsible for its own actions.”

This unpredictability stems from the fundamental architecture of LLMs. They’re so large and complex that it’s impossible to understand how they arrive at specific answers or predict what they’ll generate until they produce an output. Most organizations are responding to this reliability issue without fully recognizing it.

The common-sense solution is to check AI results by hand, which works but drastically limits the technology’s potential. When AI is relegated to being a personal assistant — drafting text, taking meeting minutes, summarizing documents, and helping with coding — it delivers modest productivity gains. Not enough to revolutionize the economy.

The true benefits of AI will arrive when we stop using it to assist existing jobs and instead rewire entire processes, systems, and companies to use AI without human involvement at every step. Consider loan processing: if a bank gives loan officers an AI assistant to summarize applications, they might work 20-30% faster. But deploying AI to handle the entire decision process (with appropriate safeguards) could slash costs by over 90% and eliminate almost all the processing time. This is the difference between incremental improvement and transformation.

The path to reliable AI implementation

Harnessing AI’s full potential without succumbing to its unpredictability requires a sophisticated blend of technical approaches and strategic thinking. While several current methods offer partial solutions, each has significant limitations.

Some organizations attempt to mitigate reliability issues through system nudging — subtly steering AI behavior in desired directions so it responds in specific ways to certain inputs. Anthropic researchers demonstrated the fragility of this approach by identifying a “Golden Gate Bridge feature” in Claude’s neural network and, by artificially amplifying it, caused Claude to develop an identity crisis. When asked about its physical form, instead of acknowledging it had none, Claude claimed to be the Golden Gate Bridge itself. This experiment revealed how easily a model’s core functioning can be altered and that every nudge represents a tradeoff, potentially improving one aspect of performance while degrading others.

Another approach is to have AI monitor other AI. While this layered approach can catch some errors, it introduces additional complexity and still falls short of comprehensive reliability. Hard-coded guardrails are a more direct intervention, like blocking responses containing certain keywords or patterns, such as precursor ingredients for weapons. While effective against known issues, these guardrails cannot anticipate novel problematic outputs that emerge from these complex systems.

A more effective approach is building AI-centric processes that can work autonomously, with human oversight strategically positioned to catch reliability issues before they cause real-world problems. You wouldn’t want AI to directly approve or deny loan applications,  but AI could conduct an initial assessment for human operators to review. This can work, but it relies on human vigilance to catch AI mistakes and undermines the potential efficiency gains from using AI.

Building for the future

These partial solutions point toward a more comprehensive approach. Organizations that fundamentally rethink how their work gets done rather than simply augmenting existing processes with AI assistance will gain the greatest advantage. But AI should never be the last step in a high-stakes process or decision, so what’s the best path forward?

First, AI builds a repeatable process that will reliably and transparently deliver consistent results. Second, humans review the process to ensure they understand how it works and that the inputs are appropriate. Finally, the process runs autonomously – using no AI – with periodic human review of results.

Consider the insurance industry. The conventional approach might add AI assistants to help claims processors work more efficiently. A more revolutionary approach would use AI to develop new tools — like computer vision that analyzes damage photos or enhanced fraud detection models that identify suspicious patterns — and then combine these tools into automated systems governed by clear, understandable rules. Humans would design and monitor these systems rather than process individual claims.

This approach maintains human oversight at the critical juncture where it matters most: the design and validation of the system itself. It allows for exponential efficiency gains while eliminating the risk that AI unpredictability will lead to harmful outcomes in individual cases.

An AI might identify potential indicators of loan repayment ability in transaction data, for instance. Human experts can then evaluate these indicators for fairness and build explicit, understandable models to confirm their predictive power.

This approach to explainable AI will create a clearer divide between organizations that use AI superficially and those that transform their operations around it. The latter will increasingly pull ahead in their industries, able to offer products and services at price points their competitors can’t match.

Unlike black-box AI, explainable AI systems ensure humans maintain meaningful oversight of the technology’s application, creating a future where AI augments human potential rather than simply replacing human labor.

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Get Started Coding for non-programmers

How to Get Started with Coding: A Guide for Non-Techies

If you ever considered learning how to Get Started Coding for non-programmers but were intimidated by technical terms or daunted by the prospect, you're in good company. The good news is that coding isn't for "techies" alone. Anyone can learn to code, no matter their background or experience. In this guide, we'll take you through the fundamentals of how to get started coding, whether you're looking to create a website, work with data, or simply learn how the technology that surrounds you operates. Why Learn to Code? Before diving into the "how," it's worth knowing the "why." Coding can unlock new doors, both personally and professionally. Some of the reasons why learning to code is worth it include: Problem-solving abilities: Programming allows you to dissect difficult problems and identify solutions. Career adaptability: More and more careers, from marketing to medicine, are turning to coding as a requirement. Empowerment: Code knowledge enables you to have a better understanding of the technology you're using daily and enables you to own your own project development. Creativity: Coding isn't purely logical—it's also about making new things and creating your own ideas. Step 1: Choose Your Learning Path Before you start, consider what you are most interested in. The route you take will depend on what you want to do. These are some of the most popular routes: Web Development: Creating websites and web apps (learn HTML, CSS, JavaScript). Data Science: Examining data, visualizing patterns, and making informed decisions based on data (learn Python, R, or SQL). App Development: Creating mobile apps for iOS or Android (learn Swift or Kotlin). Game Development: Building video games (learn Unity or Unreal Engine using C# or C++). Take a moment to determine which area speaks to you. Don't stress about choosing the "perfect" path—coding skills are interchangeable, and you can always make a change later. Step 2: Begin with the Basics After you've decided on your route, it's time to begin learning. As a novice, you'll want to begin with the fundamentals of coding. Here are some fundamental concepts to familiarize yourself with: Variables: A means of storing data (such as numbers or text). Data Types: Familiarity with various types of data, including integers, strings (text), and booleans (true/false). Loops: Doing things over and over again without writing the same code over and over. Conditionals: Deciding things in code using if-else statements. Functions: These are the Building blocks of code that can be reused to accomplish particular tasks. For instance, when you're learning Python, you could begin with a basic program such as: Step 3: Select the Proper Learning Material There's plenty of learning material out there for beginners, and the correct resource can mean a big difference in how rapidly you learn to code. Some of the most popular methods include: Online Courses: Websites such as Coursera, Udemy, edX, and freeCodeCamp provide sequential courses, and some of these are available free of charge. Interactive Platforms: Sites such as Codecademy, Khan Academy, or LeetCode offer in-the-code lessons that walk you through problems sequentially. Books: There are a lot of code books for beginners, such as "Python Crash Course" or "Automate the Boring Stuff with Python." YouTube Tutorials: YouTube contains a plethora of coding tutorials for beginners where you can work through actual projects. For complete beginners, sites such as freeCodeCamp and Codecademy are excellent as they enable you to code in the browser itself, so you don't have to install anything. Step 4: Practice, Practice, Practice The secret to mastering coding is regular practice. Similar to learning a musical instrument or a foreign language, you'll have to develop muscle memory and confidence. Practice Coding Challenges: Sites such as HackerRank or Codewars offer exercises that allow you to practice what you've learned. Build Small Projects: Begin with small projects, like a to-do list, a basic calculator, or a personal blog. This reinforces your learning and makes coding more rewarding. Join Coding Communities: Sites like GitHub, Stack Overflow, or Reddit's /r/learnprogramming are excellent for asking questions, sharing your work, and receiving feedback. Step 5: Don't Be Afraid to Make Mistakes Keep in mind that errors are all part of learning. While you're coding, you'll get errors, and that's completely fine. Debugging is a skill that takes time to master. The more you code, the more accustomed you'll get to spotting and resolving errors in your code. Here's a useful approach when faced with errors: Read the error message: It usually indicates precisely what's wrong. Search online: Chances are, someone else has faced the same issue. Platforms like Stack Overflow are full of solutions. Break the problem down: If something’s not working, try to isolate the issue and test each part of your code step by step. Step 6: Stay Motivated Get Started Coding for Non-Programmers. Learning to code can be challenging, especially in the beginning. Here are a few tips to stay motivated: Break goals into bite-sized pieces: Don't try to learn it all at once; set mini goals such as "Complete this course" or "Finish this project." Pat yourself on the back: Celebrate every time you complete a project or figure out a problem. Get a learning buddy: It's always more fun and engaging with someone learning alongside you. Don't do it in one sitting: It takes time to learn to code. Relax, be good to yourself, and enjoy the process. Conclusion Learning to Get Started Coding for non-programmers might seem daunting, but it’s possible with the right mindset and resources. Start small, be consistent, and remember that every coder, no matter how experienced, was once a beginner. By following these steps—choosing the right learning path, mastering the basics, practicing regularly, and staying motivated—you’ll soon gain the skills and confidence you need to code like a pro. Read the full article

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Essential Tools Every Full Stack Web Developer Should Master in 2025

Being a full stack developer in 2025 means more than just writing clean code. The digital landscape is rapidly evolving, and developers are expected to juggle everything—from UI/UX design and frontend frameworks to backend logic and cloud deployment. To stay ahead, it’s essential to equip yourself with the right set of tools that not only enhance productivity but also align with current industry trends.

This article explores the essential tools every full stack web developer should master in 2025, offering insight into how each tool contributes to modern web development and why mastering them is non-negotiable.

 Why the Full Stack Developer Role Is More Relevant Than Ever

In today’s fast-paced tech world, companies prefer developers who can work on both the client and server sides of an application. As a full stack developer, you’re expected to handle everything from designing interactive user interfaces to managing database operations and deploying applications securely in the cloud.

Mastering the full development cycle doesn't just make you more employable—it empowers you to build complete, scalable, and high-performing web applications from scratch.

 Essential Tools Every Full Stack Web Developer Should Master in 2025

Let’s break down the tools into different segments of a full stack developer’s workflow:

1. Frontend Development Tools

Frontend is all about what users see and interact with. The experience here can make or break an application.

React.js (or Next.js) – React remains a top choice for creating dynamic user interfaces. Next.js adds server-side rendering and static site generation to the mix.

Tailwind CSS – A utility-first CSS framework that allows full stack developers to style applications rapidly and responsively.

Vite – A lightning-fast frontend build tool that’s slowly replacing Webpack for faster development.

2. Backend Development Tools

The backend is where the logic lives. It's where your app thinks, stores, and processes.

Node.js + Express – Still one of the most popular combinations for JavaScript-based backend development.

Django (Python) – For developers who prefer Python, Django offers a high-level backend framework with built-in security features.

Prisma ORM – A modern ORM that integrates beautifully with databases and TypeScript.

3. Database Technologies

Every full stack developer must know how to manage data effectively.

PostgreSQL – A powerful, open-source SQL database known for its reliability and performance.

MongoDB – A NoSQL alternative that's perfect for flexible document-based storage.

Redis – Ideal for caching and real-time data syncing.

4. DevOps and Deployment Tools

Knowing how to deploy and maintain applications is what makes you a true full stack developer.

Docker – Containerization is a must-have skill in 2025. Docker ensures that your app works the same in development and production.

GitHub Actions – Automate testing, builds, and deployment pipelines without leaving GitHub.

Vercel/Netlify – Platforms that simplify frontend deployment (especially useful for Next.js and static sites).

5. API & Testing Tools

APIs connect your front end with your back end and beyond.

Postman – A user-friendly tool for testing APIs.

Swagger – Great for API documentation and interactive UI testing.

Jest – A delightful JavaScript testing framework used widely in React applications.

6. Version Control and Collaboration

Git – Still the go-to for source code management.

GitHub/GitLab – Essential for collaboration, issue tracking, and CI/CD workflows.

 Bonus: Soft Skills and Non-Technical Tools

A successful full stack developer in 2025 isn't just technically strong—they’re great communicators and collaborators too.

Notion or Trello – For project planning and organization.

Figma – To collaborate with UI/UX designers.

Slack or Microsoft Teams – For team communication and integration.

 Tips to Stay Ahead as a Full Stack Developer

Keep Learning: Technologies evolve fast. Make it a habit to explore documentation, tutorials, and online courses regularly.

Build Projects: Apply your knowledge by building real-world apps. It strengthens your understanding and builds your portfolio.

Contribute to Open Source: Engaging with the developer community improves your skills and visibility.

 Conclusion

The road to becoming a proficient full stack developer in 2025 is paved with learning, practice, and the right tools. Whether you're a budding developer or someone with experience, embracing these tools can significantly elevate your capabilities and confidence.

As technology continues to evolve, the only way to stay ahead is to adapt, learn, and build. Mastering these essential tools every full stack web developer should know in 2025 is your first step toward future-proofing your career.

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Java Mastery Challenge: Can You Crack These 10 Essential Coding Questions? Are you confident in your Java programming skills? Whether you're preparing for a technical interview or simply want to validate your expertise, these ten carefully curated Java questions will test your understanding of core concepts and common pitfalls. Let's dive into challenges that every serious Java developer should be able to tackle. 1. The Mysterious Output Consider this seemingly simple code snippet: javaCopypublic class StringTest public static void main(String[] args) String str1 = "Hello"; String str2 = "Hello"; String str3 = new String("Hello"); System.out.println(str1 == str2); System.out.println(str1 == str3); System.out.println(str1.equals(str3)); What's the output? This question tests your understanding of string pooling and object reference comparison in Java. The answer is true, false, true. The first comparison returns true because both str1 and str2 reference the same string literal from the string pool. The second comparison returns false because str3 creates a new object in heap memory. The third comparison returns true because equals() compares the actual string content. 2. Threading Troubles Here's a classic multithreading puzzle: javaCopypublic class Counter private int count = 0; public void increment() count++; public int getCount() return count; If multiple threads access this Counter class simultaneously, what potential issues might arise? This scenario highlights the importance of thread safety in Java applications. Without proper synchronization, the increment operation isn't atomic, potentially leading to race conditions. The solution involves either using synchronized methods, volatile variables, or atomic classes like AtomicInteger. 3. Collection Conundrum javaCopyList list = new ArrayList(); list.add("Java"); list.add("Python"); list.add("JavaScript"); for(String language : list) if(language.startsWith("J")) list.remove(language); What happens when you run this code? This question tests your knowledge of concurrent modification exceptions and proper collection iteration. The code will throw a ConcurrentModificationException because you're modifying the collection while iterating over it. Instead, you should use an Iterator or collect items to remove in a separate list. 4. Inheritance Insight javaCopyclass Parent public void display() System.out.println("Parent"); class Child extends Parent public void display() System.out.println("Child"); public class Main public static void main(String[] args) Parent p = new Child(); p.display(); What's the output? This tests your understanding of method overriding and runtime polymorphism. The answer is "Child" because Java uses dynamic method dispatch to determine which method to call at runtime based on the actual object type, not the reference type. 5. Exception Excellence javaCopypublic class ExceptionTest public static void main(String[] args) try throw new RuntimeException(); catch (Exception e) throw new RuntimeException(); finally System.out.println("Finally"); What gets printed before the program terminates? This tests your knowledge of exception handling and the finally block. "Finally" will be printed because the finally block always executes, even when exceptions are thrown in both try and catch blocks. 6. Interface Implementation javaCopyinterface Printable default void print() System.out.println("Printable"); interface Showable default void print() System.out.println("Showable"); class Display implements Printable, Showable // What needs to be added here? What must be

added to the Display class to make it compile? This tests your understanding of the diamond problem in Java 8+ with default methods. The class must override the print() method to resolve the ambiguity between the two default implementations. 7. Generics Genius javaCopypublic class Box private T value; public void setValue(T value) this.value = value; public T getValue() return value; Which of these statements will compile? javaCopyBox intBox = new Box(); Box strBox = new Box(); Box doubleBox = new Box(); This tests your understanding of bounded type parameters in generics. Only intBox and doubleBox will compile because T is bounded to Number and its subclasses. String isn't a subclass of Number, so strBox won't compile. 8. Memory Management javaCopyclass Resource public void process() System.out.println("Processing"); protected void finalize() System.out.println("Finalizing"); What's wrong with relying on finalize() for resource cleanup? This tests your knowledge of Java's memory management and best practices. The finalize() method is deprecated and unreliable for resource cleanup. Instead, use try-with-resources or implement AutoCloseable interface for proper resource management. 9. Lambda Logic javaCopyList numbers = Arrays.asList(1, 2, 3, 4, 5); numbers.stream() .filter(n -> n % 2 == 0) .map(n -> n * 2) .forEach(System.out::println); What's the output? This tests your understanding of Java streams and lambda expressions. The code filters even numbers, doubles them, and prints them. The output will be 4 and 8. 10. Serialization Scenarios javaCopyclass User implements Serializable private String username; private transient String password; // Constructor and getters/setters What happens to the password field during serialization and deserialization? This tests your knowledge of Java serialization. The password field, marked as transient, will not be serialized. After deserialization, it will be initialized to its default value (null for String). Conclusion How many questions did you get right? These problems cover fundamental Java concepts that every developer should understand. They highlight important aspects of the language, from basic string handling to advanced topics like threading and serialization. Remember, knowing these concepts isn't just about passing interviews – it's about writing better, more efficient code. Keep practicing and exploring Java's rich features to become a more proficient developer. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, regular practice with such questions helps reinforce your understanding and keeps you sharp. Consider creating your own variations of these problems to deepen your knowledge even further. What's your next step? Try implementing these concepts in your projects, or create more complex scenarios to challenge yourself. The journey to Java mastery is ongoing, and every challenge you tackle makes you a better programmer.

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Python Operator Chaining… and why you still can’t trust ChatGPT

A colleague of mine recently posted the following on a Teams channel which we’ve appropriately named “Something cool I learned today!”: "a" in "abc" is True will evaluate to False (!) This is because the [Python] interpreter reads this as "a" in ("abc" is True), which is the same as "a" in False. The first problem with this, which I did not catch until later, is that "a" in False does not in…

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Difference between identity operator and equality operator in python

Identity operators compare the objects themselves, while equality operators compare the values of the objects.

Identity operators

is: Returns True if the two objects are the same object in memory, and False otherwise.

is not: Returns True if the two objects are not the same object in memory, and False otherwise.

Equality operators

==: Returns True if the two objects have the same value, and False otherwise.

!=: Returns True if the two objects do not have the same value, and False otherwise.

Contrasting example:

Python

>>> a = 10 >>> b = 10 >>> a is b True >>> a == b True >>> c = [1, 2, 3] >>> d = [1, 2, 3] >>> c is d False >>> c == d True

In the first example, the variables a and b both reference the same integer object in memory, so a is b returns True. Additionally, the two integers have the same value, so a == b also returns True.

In the second example, the variables c and d reference two different list objects in memory, so c is d returns False. However, the two lists have the same contents, so c == d returns True.

Conclusion:

Identity operators should be used to compare objects themselves, while equality operators should be used to compare the values of the objects.

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Everything You Need to Know About HackyPi: The Ultimate USB Hacking Device

HackyPi is an open-source, plug-and-play USB device built for DIY enthusiasts, hackers, and developers who want a flexible and powerful tool for experimenting with USB protocols, creating custom hardware interfaces, or building new systems.

Powered by the RP2040 microcontroller (the same chip found in the popular Raspberry Pi Pico), HackyPi combines compact size, ease of use, and robust functionality, making it the perfect addition to any developer’s toolkit.

Features

Cross-Platform Compatibility (Windows, Mac, and Linux) One of HackyPi’s standout features is its seamless compatibility across three of the most popular operating systems: Windows, Mac, and Linux. This allows developers to use this products with their existing setup without worrying about OS-specific restrictions.

Plug-and-Play Functionality HackyPi eliminates the hassle of installing complicated drivers. Simply plug it into your computer, and you’re ready to start programming. It’s a true plug-and-play device, meaning you can focus on what matters—creating great software—without wasting time on setup procedures. Whether you're working on a quick project or integrating it into a larger system, the simplicity of its interface ensures you spend less time configuring and more time creating.

Open-Source Hardware HackyPi is built with open-source principles in mind, offering both transparency and flexibility. Being open-source means that developers have full access to the hardware’s schematics and code, giving them the ability to modify, extend, or integrate this into their own projects. This opens up limitless possibilities for customization and innovation, allowing this to be used in everything from simple DIY projects to complex professional applications.

Python Support HackyPi comes with full Python support, which is a huge plus for those who want to quickly prototype and develop projects without needing to dive into lower-level programming. Python’s simplicity and readability make it an ideal language for rapid development, and with this, you can easily write, test, and deploy Python scripts to interact with the hardware.

Versatile HID Library Support HackyPi’s HID (Human Interface Device) library is a powerful tool that enables developers to create custom programs that can interact with keyboards, mice, and other HID devices. Available in a wide variety of programming languages, the HID library allows you to work with the language you’re most comfortable with, whether it's Python, C, or JavaScript. This flexibility ensures that it fits into any project regardless of the developer's preferred programming language.

Specifications

Now let’s dive into the hardware specs that power this compact yet mighty device:

RP2040 Dual-Core Arm Cortex-M0+ Processor At the heart of HackyPi is the RP2040 microcontroller, equipped with a dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ processor. This processor provides the necessary power to run multiple tasks simultaneously, making HackyPi an excellent choice for projects that require multitasking or handling complex inputs and outputs.

On-Board SD Card Support HackyPi comes with built-in SD card support, allowing users to store and retrieve data directly from the device. Whether you need additional storage for your projects, or you want to use the SD card as a medium for data logging or file handling, the onboard support makes it easy to expand the functionality of HackyPi.

USB Type A Port with Drag-and-Drop Programming Programming HackyPi is simple, thanks to its USB Type A interface. You can drag and drop your code onto the device using mass storage over USB, making the process quick and intuitive. No special software or drivers are needed, just connect it to your computer, drag your code to the device, and start running your programs right away.

TFT 1.14” Display with 240×135 Resolution HackyPi includes a 1.14” TFT display that boasts a 240x135 resolution. This small but crisp display is perfect for displaying status messages, graphics, or data outputs directly from your projects. Whether you're creating a small game, a data logger, or a display interface, HackyPi's TFT screen gives you the visual feedback you need, all without relying on an external monitor.

Onboard Boot Button For those times when you need to reset or reprogram HackyPi, the onboard boot button makes the process seamless. It allows you to quickly access the bootloader for easy reprogramming without fiddling with wires or extra components. This simple feature enhances the user experience and makes the device even more accessible for prototyping and development.

Conclusion

HackyPi by SB Components offers a feature-rich yet simple-to-use solution for developers who need flexibility, power, and cross-platform compatibility in their projects. With Python support, a variety of programming languages, and the ability to run without the need for drivers or special software, this products makes it easy to integrate powerful hardware into your development process.

Whether you are building a custom HID device, working on a data storage project, or creating a visual display interface, HackyPi’s compact design and rich set of features ensure that you have everything you need to bring your ideas to life.

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Cracking the Code: The Complete Guide to Pune's Advanto Software Testing Courses

Understanding Software Testing and Why It Is Relevant

While almost every company in the world depends on different software for operations and services, software testing is an essential component of producing a flawless product. To prevent system risks, testing approaches identify and fix all bugs at the same time. This is clear for businesses that require robust software systems with few or no defects; skilled software testers are valuable components of the IT system.

Pune, one of India's IT hubs, offers several professional programs designed to produce software testers with advanced skills. Advanto Software stands out among all the organizations in this field. This article focuses on the features, services, and advantages of the software testing classes that Advanto Software, a Pune-based company, offers.

Why Advanto Software is the Best Institute for Software Testing in Pune?

Advanto Software is well renowned for its profound software testing education. It is widely recognized for its industry-accentuated programs that help students get the theoretical and practical knowledge required by the market. Here’s why students and professionals prefer Advanto Software:

Hands-on Learning: In each course, the focus on using real-life cases makes each student career-ready during their graduation.

Experienced Teachers: The faculty members' years of industry knowledge and expertise are an invaluable resource when it comes to teaching the course topic.

Placement Assistance: The institute has a team that takes care of the placement of the candidates and helps them to secure a job in the best companies.

Modern Infrastructure: From the accomplished laboratory facilities to the online delivery of education, the institute also fosters proper delivery of educational content.

Affordable Courses: Some of the Advanto courses are relatively inexpensive to enable everyone to make his or her dream come true.

Comprehensive Software Testing Courses Offered at Advanto Software

1. Manual Testing Course

Manual testing remains the foundation of software testing, focusing on the human aspect of error detection. Advanto’s manual testing course covers key topics such as:

Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)

Requirement Analysis and Test Case Design

Test Execution and Bug Reporting

2. Automation Testing Course

Automation testing is increasingly essential as software development moves toward continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD). Advanto’s automation course offers deep insights into:

Selenium Web Driver: A popular framework for web application testing

TestNG and JUnit: Frameworks to organize and execute tests effectively

Python and Java Scripting: Automating tasks through code

Who Should Enroll in Advanto’s Software Testing Courses?

Advanto Software’s courses cater to a wide audience, including:

Fresh Graduates: Individuals seeking to build a career in the IT industry.

IT Professionals: Employees wanting to switch careers into software testing or upgrade their testing skills.

Project Managers and QA Leads: Leaders looking to improve team efficiency with better testing practices.

Freelancers and Consultants: Professionals offering independent testing services who want to stay updated with the latest tools and methodologies.

The Placement Assistance and Industry Connections offered by Advanto Software

A major highlight of Advanto Software’s courses is its placement support. The institute partners with top companies across Pune and beyond, ensuring students have access to job openings in leading tech firms. The placement process includes:

• Resume Building Workshops

• Mock Interviews with real-world scenarios

• Technical Test Preparation aligned with company standards

Students get placed in positions like QA Engineer, Automation Tester, and Performance Test Analyst jobs are frequently filled by students.

Success Stories from Advanto Software Alumni

Advanto Software boasts a growing network of successful alumni working in various companies, from start-ups to multinational corporations. Alumni feedback highlights the following:

High-Quality Instruction: Practical exposure gained at Advanto mirrors real-world industry challenges.

Job Readiness: Graduates feel confident entering the job market due to the structured training and placement support.

Career Growth Opportunities: Many students have experienced accelerated career progress after completing the courses.

How to Get Started with Advanto Software’s Courses

Enrolling in Advanto Software’s testing courses is easy and accessible:

Visit the Official Website or reach out to the admissions team for counseling.

Select the Course that aligns with your career goals.

Attend a Free Demo Class to get a feel for the course content.

Avail of Early Bird Discounts or group enrolment offers.

Start learning with expert trainers and industry-relevant projects.

Conclusion: Accelerate Your Career with Advanto Software Testing Courses

Learning software testing from Advanto Software can give you the skills you need to succeed in a competitive job market at a time when software quality is important. Advanto Software is a leading provider of software testing education in Pune due to its wide range of course options, industry-focused instruction, and committed placement assistance.

This is the ideal moment to join if you're prepared to advance your career. Get the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in the fast-paced world of software testing.

Visit us at: www.advantosoftware.com/