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Understanding Virtual Destructors in C++

Introduction C++ is a powerful language, but with great power comes great responsibility — especially regarding memory management. One crucial aspect of writing robust C++ code is understanding and correctly using virtual destructors. In this post, we’ll dive deep into virtual destructors: what they are, why they’re necessary, and how to…

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References in Modern C++

Introduction C++ references have been a cornerstone of the language for decades, offering an alternative to pointers for indirect access to data. However, with the advent of Modern C++ (C++11 and beyond), the concept of references has been significantly expanded and refined. This post explores these modern reference features, specifically…

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Mastering Async JavaScript: From Callback Hell to Async/Await

Introduction If you’ve spent any time with JavaScript, especially in environments like Node.js or modern web development, you’ve likely encountered the term “asynchronous.” JavaScript, at its core, runs on a single thread. This means it can typically only do one thing at a time. So, how does it handle operations…

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FSI German Vocabulary & Basic Sentences Audiobooks

These audiobooks are derived from the FSI German basic course. A combination of vocabulary and contexts makes an excellent tool to learn German. Although some points are old, it is useful for beginning the German language. See the links to the Pdf booklets and Youtube video walkthrough: Chapter 1 Chapter…

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Ace Your Coding Interview: Roman to Integer Conversion

https://leetcode.com/problems/roman-to-integer Given a roman numeral, convert it to an integer. Input: s = “III” , Output: 3 Explanation: III = 3 Example 2: Input: s = ” LVIII ” , Output: 58 Explanation: L = 50, V= 5, III = 3 Understanding Roman Numerals Conversion Roman numerals use specific symbols…

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Ace Your Coding Interview: Two Sum

Welcome to ‘Ace Your Coding Interview’, a comprehensive lecture series designed to empower you with the skills and confidence needed to excel in technical interviews. In today’s competitive job market, proficiency in data structures and algorithms is not just a technical requirement—it’s a critical edge. This series takes a hands-on…