Let’s get one thing straight: programming isn’t just about writing code that works; it’s about writing code that doesn’t make you or your colleagues want to rip their hair out the next time they read it. One such gem in C# that helps keep code readable and maintainable is method overloading. So, what is it,…
When initializing variables, it is always best practice to provide an initial value. For value types, this is typically straightforward, as shown below: However, handling reference types can be more nuanced. There may be situations where you wish to declare a reference variable without immediately instantiating an object. In these cases, initializing a reference type…
When it comes to solving the Fibonacci sequence in code, there’s more to the story than meets the eye. Sure, it’s just a sequence where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones, but like most things in programming, the devil is in the details—especially when deciding how to calculate it: recursion or…
When given two strings, the goal is simple: determine whether they are anagrams of each other. An anagram is defined as a string that, when its letters are rearranged, forms another string. Both strings must have the same characters in the same frequency, regardless of the order. Let’s walk through a clean, structured approach to…
Ah, the timeless debate of declaring variables: should we throw them all at the top of the method like we’re organizing a toolset, or be modern and scatter them throughout the code like breadcrumbs? I’ve spent enough time mulling this over, and naturally, I’m here to tell you that, as always, it depends. (I know,…
In this post, we’re going to tackle the Two Integer Sum problem. Given an array of integers and a target sum, the task is to return the indices of two numbers whose sum equals the target. The solution needs to return the indices in increasing order. This is a common algorithm problem that can be…
Alright, let’s talk about duplicates. You’ve got an array of numbers, and your job is to figure out if any of those numbers make more than one appearance. Seems simple, right? Well, as straightforward as it may sound, this is one of those classic coding problems that gets right to the heart of efficient problem-solving….
Making the switch from Linux to Windows can feel like trading in your trusty bicycle for a unicycle—it’s a bit wobbly at first. After years of working with the LAMP stack, I decided to dive into the world of C# and .NET. Along the way, I’ve picked up some handy tricks with the Windows Command…