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Java

Java Local Variable Scope and Rules

Understand Java local variables: scope, lifetime, shadowing, effectively final rules, and var usage with practical code examples.

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Java

Java Variable Initialization: Rules and Defaults

Java applies different initialization rules to fields, local variables, static members, and final variables. This article covers default values, definite assignment, initialization order, and common pitfalls.

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Java

Java Variable Declaration: Syntax, Scope, and var

Learn how Java variable declaration works: syntax, initialization, scope, final variables, and local variable type inference with var.

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C#

C# using vs Dispose: When to Use Each

Understand the difference between C#'s using statement and calling Dispose directly, with practical guidance for IDisposable cleanup and exception safety.

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C#

C# Dispose vs Destructor: Key Differences Explained

c# dispose vs destructor: Understand the difference between Dispose and destructors in C#, when each runs, and how to manage unmanaged resources correctly.

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C#

C# Lambda Default Parameters: Syntax and Limits

Learn how to use default values in C# lambda expressions: C# 12 syntax, compile-time rules, call-site behavior, and workarounds for older versions.

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Diagram illustrating C# primary constructor class syntax with parameters and class body.
C#

C# Primary Constructors for Classes: Syntax and Usage

Learn how to use C# primary constructors for classes: syntax, initialization, dependency injection, and limitations with practical examples.

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C#

C# Reflection: Get Attributes from Types and Members

Learn how to use C# reflection to retrieve custom attributes from types and members, including inheritance behavior and performance considerations.

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C#

C# IComparer: Custom Sorting with IComparer<T>

Learn how to implement IComparer<T> in C# to define custom sort order for arrays and lists, handle nulls, and avoid common performance pitfalls.

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Diagram showing the relationship between async, await, and Task in C#
C#

C# async/await and Task Relationship Explained

Understand how C# async, await, and Task fit together: how async methods return Task, when await suspends execution, and how exceptions propagate across the task boundary.

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