Oak

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In Java, should I use "final" for parameters and locals even when I don't have to?

Feb 16, 2011

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What are the difference between an edge case, a corner case, a base case and a boundary case?

Dec 16, 2011

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Is there a chart for helping me decide between open-source licenses?

Sep 1, 2011

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Is it better to specialize in a single field I like, or expand into other fields to broaden my horizons?

Nov 22, 2010

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What's the deal with programming languages as strict job requirements?

Jun 14, 2011

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Why C++ to write a compiler?

May 26, 2012

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Never use Strings in Java?

Jan 26, 2012

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Maybe monad vs exceptions

May 30, 2012

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Why all classes in .NET globally inherits from Object class?

Jul 20, 2012

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Generalise variable usage inside code

Jun 12, 2012

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Method chaining vs encapsulation

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In Java, should I use "final" for parameters and locals even when I don't have to?

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How to keep the trunk stable when tests take a long time?

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Is there a chart for helping me decide between open-source licenses?

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