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Programming

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    Reading game files through notepad is commonly impossible, why?

    You know, you got the newest game, and you are curious how the code looks like, and you use notepad to check out the game files, but then you see huge characters saying "NULL NULL NULL" in a weird font in black. I'v always though it's encryption, or it's just compiled. But, is there anyway to...
  2. L

    Hello guys im new to coding with a question thats been bugging me

    How would I make php work in a 1 page website?
  3. M

    Solved! choosing midrange Windows laptop for running physics simulations, touch screen for notetaking, and in-system programming

    Hi Everyone, I'm looking to buy a decent affordable and portable PC laptop for running Matlab/python simulations, some multitasking, and programming simple embedded systems. My biggest concerns are battery life, processing speed, and the ability to take touchscreen notes on the fly in Onenote...
  4. woahwoahwilly

    Programming: Which engine should I use? (UE4/SOURCE/UNITY)

    I am 13 years old, and handling 3 games. One i already now what engine to use, but the other I need to figure out. Which engine should I use for programming? I don't know much on programming (not at all actually) but I know a friend who does know a lot and was willing to help. Games in detail...
  5. A

    Help with school project (netbeans)

    So i'm being forced to take a class of programming in school idk why but I am. Thing is that even if I don't like it I still know how to do everything we've seen and have been getting good grades until now that we got a project coming up and I've tried with what we've seen in classes but I don't...
  6. H

    which one is better if I want to do mild games like csgo and fortnite pubg , and mainly amateur programming

    . https://www.flipkart.com/lenovo-ideapad-320-core-i3-6th-gen-4-gb-1-tb-hdd-dos-ip-320-15isk-laptop/p/itmf4z7ntvd9z2dy?pid=COMF4Z7NRWT42AU3 or...
  7. T

    What is the best daily routine to learn C#?

    besides that i want to know: -what is a good book for a beginner -the time it will take me i also have some more questions: -what kind of programs can i make in c#? -can i make remote controlled stuff in c#? i thought about this: downloading a max 140 lines of code program and messing with...
  8. A

    How to use a Java library?

    So I got into Java and I know all the stuff about classes, interfaces, methods, abstract methods, modifiers, control statements, variables, etc. I got IntelliJ and started a new project to test out and explore LWJGL and how to use it. I downloaded the library, and copied and pasted the sample...
  9. A

    Java string declarations

    Just out of curiosity, why can we declare Strings in Java like: String str = "Cake"; If String is a class, and to make an object with all other classes we need to write something like: Object muffin = new Object();
  10. B

    Programming Hot Keys

    I just got a Windows 10 Asus Zen AiO. How do I program hot keys on the wireless Asus MD-5110 keyboard? Example, F10 can mute sound when pressed with the FN key. I want to add Calculator to F9 (which doesn't have a symbol on it). How do I do that?
  11. A

    What can you do with Java I/O library?

    So I'm reading a book on Java, and I'm stuck on the Chapter about IO. So I understand that Java was two streams; the character and byte stream, but I don't understand when to use character stream and when to use byte streams. Also, what if I wanted to make a Java program what can process...
  12. A

    What do programmers learn during the career?

    I'm trying to learn computer programming so I can get a job in the industry when I'm older. I was looking at Java's version history, and so many thing have changed over the years. Do programmers have to relearn stuff everytime a new version comes out? Could you have to relearn a language...
  13. B

    Low budget gaming Loptop

    Hey guys I am looking for a cheao gaming loptop and i found one but i don't know how it will perform then i need you to guide me through this. at first i need to run android studio fluently because my current loptop which is surface 3 can't even run it and i really want that at first then i want...
  14. G

    Help me choose a laptop for everyday usage

    Greetings all! I am enrolling at a programming college at the end of the summer. I need a new laptop. It will be used mostly for internet browsing, some coding (the most intense app will be probably android studio), and some light graphics design (photoshop, illustrator). I thought about...
  15. Shlutka

    Need a ~$500 Laptop for Solidworks

    The laptop will be used almost exclusively for solidworks, programming (eclipse), and browsing the internet. Needs: SSD, 1080p Display. Looking for the best bang/buck option in terms of speed. Thanks! Update: Found this, wondering what you guys think Assuming this is my best option, should...
  16. N

    Laptop recommendation for programming

    Hey everyone Looking for advice on a laptop. Trying to teach myself programming in Python & r. Looking for a powerful enough laptop to make the experience buttery smooth. Hoping to spend around $2000. Am in Canada, so that's Canadian dollars. Besides performance, smaller and lighter is...
  17. S

    What news/sports programming can I get on my smart tv

    I want to drop expensive cable tv. TOO much I don't use. I want Fox News and some sports. What can I get on my smart tv with just my wireless internet connections.
  18. L

    Could you please help me write a cpp code for an assignment I have in school for juice

    It's for a program I had to write which is calculating the total cost of juice orders ... Apple($4)pineapple($6) and orange juice ($8)with extra ice if needed by customers ($1)
  19. B

    How do I replace two a's in a string with an '*'

    Hey guys so for my assignment I have to replace two a's with an '*' from a string of unknown input length in C. The challenge is I am only allowed to use the getchar() and the putchar() function. With an array it would have been easier but I am not even allowed to use that. I am just allowed to...
  20. E

    (form filled) Chromebook under 300CAD with specs that can run android studio

    *not looking to run the emulator 1.) Budget - 300CAD tax not included 2.) Size - 13inch max 3.) Resolution - not a priority 4.) Portable or Desktop Replacement - Portable 5.) Battery life - 3hours minimum? 6.) Games or no games - No games 7.) Tasks - Android Studio and Web browsing 8.) Storage...