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Programming

Forum discussion tagged with Programming.
  1. sakib1022

    Question MacBook Air 2017 vs MacBook Pro 2015: Which one to choose?

    I want to buy my first MacBook. Currently, I am on a tight budget. 2 MacBooks are in my range. One is MacBook Air 2017 i5 13inch vs MacBook Pro 2015 i5 13 inch. I am an undergrad computer science student. I primarily need a laptop for programming. Which one would be a wiser choice overall?
  2. haoumalik

    Question Need help finding a solution to this exercise. please

    Write a C program which performs the multiplication of a single -dimensional array by a given value alpha (an integer) and returns the average value of the resulting array. The array's size and its integer elements as well as alpha are provided by a user via the keyboard. The initial array. the...
  3. L

    Solved! How do I program my Genie Direct Tv remote to operate my new Element Tv? I just need the code

    Remote programming. I need the code to program my Genine Direct TV remote in order to operate my Element Tv
  4. B

    Solved! Laptop for engineering (help)

    Hello! So im studying mechatronics engineering and i use programs like solidworks, autocad, etc. i do some programming and of course, excel, word and more. Ive read a lot and for what i see the things i need for a laptop i will be using for years is i7 (more of the hq or h type. ive seen that...
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    Solved! Is the Dell Latitude 7490 any good?

    Hi, I need a laptop since I'm going to be studying Computer Science in a while. I got a very good deal on the Dell Latitude 7490, here are it's exact specs: Intel Kaby Lake R Core i7-8650U Quad Core 16GB DDR4 2400MHz RAM 512GB M.2 PCI-e SSD 14" FHD IPS Display Intel HD 620 Graphics Backlit...
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    Solved! Lenovo Flex 3 or HP Notebook - 14s-cf0012tx

    My company wanna buy me a laptop, which one is better for programming while also can used for gaming? hp notebook 14s have this specification: Intel® Core™ i7-8550U Processor (1.8 GHz base frequency, up to 4 GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Technology, 8 MB cache, 4 cores) Windows 10 Home Single...
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    Solved! What laptop for programming and maybe gaming

    Hi! So, since I am in computing school, there is lots of programming. I also like to play games. Though I do have a PC with GTX 1070 and i5 2400, I need a portable PC, that I can bring to school. So I was thinking about buying HP Omen (2018) 15" with 1050. What do you guys think about it and...
  8. C

    Laptop for programming in latest unreal engine

    I'm looking to get into programming in the latest Unreal Engine. My current laptop does not have a graphics card that can support. Things I'm looking for in a laptop 1. Video card that can support Unreal Engine 2. At least 17" screen 3. SSD 4. Backlit Keyboard 5. Mechanical Keyboard I'd like...
  9. Y

    Choosing between Dell XPS 13 or HP ENVY x360

    Hey guys, just needed some help on choosing between Dell XPS 13 9360 or HP ENVY x360. Im a computer science student so was wondering to get a laptop that would last me for 3-4 years. I was planning to buy the dell second hand for £550 or get the HP for £650 brand new. The specs for the dell...
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    laptop for software development for less than 700

    Hi, could you recommend a laptop for programming in different programming languages? with these characteristics as much as possible ■ minimum 8 GB RAM ■ portable ■ intel core i5 or ryzen 5 ■ storage ssd I will not play games. I'll buy it at Best Buy. I found these models are good...
  11. V

    Solved! Laptop with i5 5200u or i7 3520m?

    Hello! I want to buy a laptop mainly for programming. I will also like to watch videos and browse smoothly and play games (like cs and not so high end games). So here are the laptops I am trying to compare: 1. HP EliteBook 2570p Intel i7 3520M 2,9GHz (up to 3.6), 4MB Cache Intel HD Graphics 4000...
  12. J

    Solved! Is this laptop good enough for schoolwork and programming?

    Hi everyone, I am thinking of buying this laptop to take to school and to use for programming when I am away from my main PC. However, I am slightly concerned about the components and if they will hold up. The SSD is only 128GB and I'm not sure if there is another slot to add an additional HDD...
  13. O

    Advice Needed: Buying a Laptop

    Hello poeple, Lets have a discussion :) So I need to buy a laptop for uni. I was hoping someone could give me some advice? Min Specs are: an SSD, 8gbRam and an i5 This is what I have found...
  14. J

    Solved! 13.3 in Laptop for programming student carrying an external 15.6 in monitor

    Hi, I am a computergame development student and I'm out for a new laptop and I'd like some advice. I have found an HP ENVY 13-ah0015 (Intel Core i7-8550U, 13.3 in FHD screen, 512 GB SSD, 8 GB LPDDR3-2133 SDRAM, Intel UHD Graphics 620, very lightweight@1.3kg and good battery life). I'm also...
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    Solved! Laptop recommendation for programming?

    Hi all, I am planning to teach myself web development and I will be starting a masters degree which would include some java and python programming (as per module descriptions). I believe there will be no graphics intensive tasks I would need to do. Hence, I am considering buying a mid-range...
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    Solved! nested switch case example in c programming (please help)

    Write a C code that ask the user to enter his ID, if the ID is valid it will ask the user to enter his password, if the password is correct the program will print the user name, if the password is incorrect the program will print Incorrect Password. In case of not existing ID, the program will...
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    Laptop for Gaming & Programming?

    ey Guys thanks for stopping by. I really appreciate your time. I started my university in September and studying Computer Science. I am looking to purchase a Laptop but not sure what exactly to look for. If you could point out some laptops which are great for gaming and programming would be...
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    Solved! I cant decide which one to buy

    Hello, I'm gonna buy a Laptop for my daily stuff and also a bit programming, with Microsoft Visual Studio, and cant decide between 2 Laptops. -Hp Envy 13 https://www.otto.de/p/hp-envy-13-ah0005ng-notebook-intel-core-i7-33-8-13-3-256-gb-8-gb-707843264/#variationId=707843265 -Asus Zenbook S...
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    Solved! HTML/CSS problem, Can someone find my mistake?

    I have just began coding in HTML and I am getting ready for my first exam but I have already found a problem. I can not align side div to the left side, two divs are acting as one even tho I have chosen different classes. Also I do not now how to move up Contacts and About tab a bit. Here it is...
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    Room Management Software (Programming Changes)

    Hello geniuses, My main area of expertise is in Networking and Hardware Support so I’ve never been much of a coder or programmer. I’m trying to get some insight on how involved of a project I’m facing in hopes to help one of my friends out with his hotel business. Here’s what I have – A very...