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Think your `int`, `float`, and `char` are different? Think again. This deep-dive reveals that every variable you declare, no matter the type, is just a reinterpretation of binary truth inside your computer. Discover how a single `uint32_t` can represent them all, and how this insight reshapes how we understand programming itself.


Hidden inside the words your AI reads, a new kind of cyberattack is taking shape. Here’s how prompt injection threatens the next generation of AI browsers, and why your language might be the weakest link in your security.


The rise of AI-assisted coding tools is lowering the barrier to entry in software development, leading to a surge in "vibe coders"—developers who rely on AI without deeply understanding the code they write. While AI can speed up work, real engineering skills—like debugging, system design, and problem-solving—remain essential. The future will favor developers who master the fundamentals and use AI as a tool to enhance their skills, not replace them.


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