December 16, 2024 in Learn
Should You Go Beyond Relational Databases?
Relational databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and various commercial products, have been foundational to software development for decades. They’re reliable, well-documented, and supported by a vast ecosystem of tools and libraries. But as technology evolves and the demands on our…
December 12, 2024 in Learn
Python One Line for Loops [Tutorial]
Learn in-demand programming skills and become a certified Python Developer with the Treehouse Techdegree Program. Start your free seven days of learning now. Simplify Your Python Loops If you’re like most programmers, you know that once you have a collection of…
October 9, 2024 in Learn
How to Write Good Comments in Code to Enhance Collaboration
In software development, every coder has unique quirks and preferences that make their coding style distinct. But these differing approaches to naming conventions, indentation and spacing, error handling, and more, can make team collaboration challenging. That’s before you even consider…
October 3, 2024 in Learn
How to Plan and Host a Virtual Hackathon
A recent report from HackerEarth found that 80% of Fortune 100 companies host a hackathon. Why do they do this? To drive innovation and generate fresh ideas. In the US alone, 350 hackathons are conducted every year. Conducting such a…
September 5, 2024 in Career Advice
Kickstart Your Career with a Python Techdegree
Are you ready to kickstart your career in tech, but don’t want to cover the cost of a four-year degree? The Python Development Techdegree at Treehouse offers the perfect pathway to get certified and job-ready, all from the comfort of…
August 26, 2024 in Learn
How to Type Special Characters Without Dedicated Keys
In this article, you’ll learn how to type special characters without dedicated keyboard keys. Not having every special character readily available on your keyboard can be frustrating, especially when programming, navigating directories in a command line, or writing documentation. Two…
August 13, 2024 in Learn
How to Set the Default Value in an HTML Input Date Field
When constructing forms with HTML, it’s common to incorporate a date input field, allowing users to select a date. To enhance user experience, setting the default value of this input field to today’s date can be beneficial. This tutorial will…
August 13, 2024 in Learn
How to Change the Color of an H1 Tag in HTML and CSS
Changing the color of an H1 tag is a fundamental skill for new web developers and bloggers looking to customize the appearance of their websites. The H1 tag, or Heading 1, typically serves as the main title and plays a…
August 7, 2024 in Learn
12 Key Benefits of Pair Programming for Development Teams
To most of us, programming is like an arcane art, full of strange languages and long, flickering lines of code. Yet programming is an essential part of a vibrant software market that’s projected to reach $704.1 billion in 2024. No…
August 5, 2024 in Learn
Introducing Our CodeForward Sponsorship Recipients
At Treehouse, we believe in empowering the next generation of talent. Today, we are thrilled to announce the recipients of our CodeForward sponsorships — seven individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to pursuing their dreams in tech. Read on to…
June 9, 2024 in Learn
How to Include Images in HTML with Visual Studio Code
Are you include images in your web pages? Visual Studio Code (VS Code), a powerful and popular editor, makes this task seamless. Whether you’re a beginner or just need a quick refresher, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the…
June 7, 2024 in Learn
Why You Should Use a Git Client
If you’re reading this, you’re probably already familiar with Git and code hosting platforms like GitHub. If not, have a look at this great introduction to Version Control! I’m well aware that learning Git isn’t as appealing as learning JavaScript…