Ndositwe Chizimbi

wanted to be a pilot • became a computer support specialist and programmer 🇲🇼

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@Afghan_Engineer Option 1 is correct. The black strip on the capacitor indicates the negative side and should be connected to the negative PCB terminal.

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@Saas_addy My ranking: A > C > B > D.

A) Satya: for startup success — strong on culture, execution, & scaling.

C) Jensen: is a close second for product vision & long-term strategy.

B) Elon: brings unmatched ambition & innovation.

D) Tim: excels at operations & sustainable growth.

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@TheCleanCarClub "Fleet" is the most common collective term, though people often refer to "a line of cars" or "a convoy of cars" when they are traveling together. During rush hour, I call it "a convoy of bad decisions." 😂

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@r0ktech Learning math improves programming by strengthening logical thinking, problem-solving, & algorithmic skills. It trains your mind to think systematically & solve complex problems. However, the amount & type of math you need depends on the area of programming you're interested in.

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Congratulations, Keith David!

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@The_Makyr Julie Benz (Rita in Dexter) was our Miranda Keyes in Halo 2, and I loved her performance. Unfortunately, Bungie recast the role for Halo 3, replacing her with Justis Bolding to give the character a more pronounced accent. Funnily enough, they both share the same initials: JB

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@AKirtesh Visual Studio is a full-featured IDE, ideal for C#/.NET & enterprise apps, while VS Code is a lightweight, fast, & highly customizable editor supporting virtually any language through extensions.

In a nutshell: Visual Studio is a complete workshop; VS Code is a flexible toolbox.

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@Aditya_181105 C++. No hesitation.

Learn it once, and understand computers forever. It has a steep learning curve, but a huge payoff. Everything else feels easier afterward.

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@itsaaroshi I use both Windows & Linux. At this point, my PC has a split personality. 😄 Windows for everyday compatibility and gaming, Linux for development, customization & freedom - perfect combo for my workflow. Using both has taught me that every tool has its strengths. I may add MacOS

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@Pallavi_345 Brave is a privacy-first browser that blocks trackers by default, reduces background data collection, and minimizes fingerprinting without needing extra extensions. It gives you more control over what gets tracked while you browse.

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@Samaytwt Kotlin is the best choice for modern Android dev — officially preferred, cleaner, safer etc. Java is still useful for legacy apps, but for new projects: go Kotlin.

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@justbyte_ C++, which keeps rewarding curiosity indefinitely — from high-level architecture to cache behavior and machine layout, without switching languages. You don’t just write code, you see how it becomes machine behavior.

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@komal_uk01 C/C++ — because they reveal what’s happening under the hood while letting you build fast, efficient, and complex software. C teaches the fundamentals of computing; C++ adds powerful abstractions without hiding them. The lessons transfer to almost every other language.

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@CryptumZetaXV Avery Johnson

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@Sh_a_shi Turbo Pascal — a fast Pascal compiler with an IDE that helped a generation of programmers learn coding & build real apps. Before modern IDEs became standard, Turbo Pascal set the benchmark for developer productivity & remains a true legend in software development history.

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@piyush784066 MacBooks rule web and iOS development, but Lenovo ThinkPads remain the absolute final boss for Linux power users and enterprise backend engineers for their durability. Ultimately, it just depends on your development needs/journey... so the brand is irrelevant.

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@piyush784066 First step: to be relevant, learn coding/programming as if AI doesn’t exist, like in the old days. Then, when you are proficient, treat AI as a tool or agent. So, learn programming and DSA like AI never existed

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@ryukozyy 32 GB is the sweetpot

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@ryukozyy I’m still using an i7-4790K CPU with 32GB RAM — this is the PC I built back in 2014, over 10 years ago now. Even though the hardware is quite old by today’s standards, it’s still holding up reasonably well for everyday tasks and general use. I don't intend replacing it.

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@Pallavi_345 MacBook = everything works together (especially if you’re in their ecosystem)

Windows = more options, better for gaming & flexibility.

Mac users: “It works.”

Windows users: “It works… eventually, after updates, drivers, & a little prayer.” 😂

Depends on what you value most.