Python Tips I Wish I Knew Earlier

List Comprehensions List comprehensions are one of Python’s most elegant features. Instead of: squares = [] for x in range(10): squares.append(x**2) You can write: squares = [x**2 for x in range(10)] Context Managers Always use context managers for file operations: # Good with open('file.txt', 'r') as f: content = f.read() # Avoid f = open('file.txt', 'r') content = f.read() f.close() F-Strings F-strings make string formatting much cleaner: name = "Alice" age = 30 message = f"My name is {name} and I'm {age} years old" The enumerate() Function When you need both index and value: items = ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry'] for index, item in enumerate(items): print(f"{index}: {item}") Dictionary Comprehensions Just like list comprehensions, but for dictionaries: ...

December 18, 2025 · 1 min · 135 words

Strategy Game Tips for Beginners

Start with the Basics Strategy games can be intimidating, but they’re incredibly rewarding once you get the hang of them. Here are some tips to help you get started. Resource Management Always keep an eye on your resources. Whether it’s gold, wood, or energy, understanding your economy is crucial. Don’t spend everything at once—save for important upgrades. Scout Early Information is power. Explore the map early to understand the terrain, locate resources, and spot potential threats. A good scout can make the difference between victory and defeat. ...

December 5, 2025 · 1 min · 207 words