Articles by Scott Hebert

  1. Data Structures: Priority Queue

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    Imagine a restaurant with a single line, but instead of a chaotic first-come, first-served approach, patrons are seated based on their urgency. A pregnant woman in pain? Straight to the front. A leisurely tourist? Further back they go. This preferential treatment, applied to data, is the essence of the priority …

  2. Ninja: The Speed Demon - Unleashing Build Lightning with Ninja

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    In the high-octane world of software development, time is precious. Every wasted second spent waiting for code to compile feels like an eternity, especially when deadlines loom and features beckon. Enter Ninja, the build system tearing through the proverbial finish line, leaving competitors in its dust cloud of compiled binaries …

  3. CMake: The Godfather of Build Systems - Power, Portability, and Pitfalls

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    In the realm of C++ development, few tools reign supreme like CMake. Often dubbed the "Godfather of Build Systems," it boasts a legacy of robust capabilities, cross-platform support, and widespread adoption. Yet, like any seasoned kingpin, CMake carries its own weight of complexities and potential shortcomings. To navigate this domain …

  4. Intro to Data Structures: The Building Blocks of Efficient Programs

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    In the intricate world of computer science, data structures reign supreme. They are the fundamental tools that shape how information is organized, stored, and accessed within a program. Understanding data structures is akin to understanding the building blocks of efficient and powerful software. This article delves into the essence of …

  5. The Future of PHP Sessions: Redis and Beyond - Navigating the Evolving Landscape

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    In the ever-evolving world of web development, even the seemingly mundane aspects like session management face constant innovation. While PHP’s traditional methods served us well, the future demands agility, scalability, and security beyond what cookies and file-based storage can offer. Enter Redis, the in-memory data store, and its disruptive …

  6. The Future of AI-Assisted Development: A Vision of Symbiotic Collaboration

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    Imagine a world where software development transcends the limitations of human effort, evolving into a seamless dance between human ingenuity and artificial intelligence. This is the future of AI-assisted development, not a dystopian takeover by sentient machines, but a symbiotic partnership where humans and machines augment each other's strengths, pushing …

  7. Beyond Basics: Advanced Techniques for PHP Redis Sessions

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    While setting up Redis as your PHP session handler unlocks tremendous speed and scalability, the journey doesn't end there. For truly robust and flexible session management, diving into its advanced features can elevate your application to new heights. This article delves into techniques that go beyond the basic setup, empowering …

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