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Ada Lovelace and the First Computer Algorithm

Administrator — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:49:51 +0000

In this post we will focus on a very specific algorithm called the Note G algorithm, written in 1843 by Ada Lovelace. Born in 1815, Ada Lovelace is celebrated as a visionary whose work laid the groundwork for modern computing.…

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Charles Babbage’s Analytical Engine Emulator

Administrator — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:27:05 +0000

In 19th-century London, Charles Babbage, an English mathematician and inventor, embarked on a groundbreaking quest to build the Analytical Engine, a mechanical precursor to the modern computer. Frustrated by errors in manual calculations, Babbage envisioned a machine capable of performing…

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Creating a Visual Hierarchy in HTML/CSS

Administrator — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 17:06:10 +0000

In this post, we will explore the concept of visual hierarchy and how you can use your coding skills to recreate a specific visual layout. By the end of this challenge, you will have a better understanding of how to…

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Charles Babbage’s Difference Engine Emulator

Administrator — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 19:41:09 +0000

In this blog post we will investigate the work of Charles Babbage with a particular focus on one of his most famous inventions: the Difference Engine. This invention constitutes a pioneering step in Computer Science. We will also explore the…

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Internet History Timeline – Python Challenge

Administrator — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 15:04:29 +0000

In this challenge, you will create two Python programs that quizzes users on key milestones from the history of the internet. Our program will let the player opt between two different types of quizzes: Guess The Year Quiz: The program…

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Lossless Compression Algorithms using Python

Administrator — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:44:42 +0000

In today’s data-driven world, efficient storage and transmission of information are more critical than ever. Lossless compression techniques play a pivotal role in achieving this efficiency by reducing data size without compromising its integrity. Unlike lossy compression, which sacrifices some…

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Mnemonic Phrase Validator

Administrator — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:43:34 +0000

Welcome to the Mnemonic Phrase Validator Challenge! This Python challenge is designed to help you practise your coding skills while creating a useful tool for validating mnemonic phrases. Mnemonic Phrase? Mnemonic phrases are often used to remember specific sequences or…

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The Vigenère Cipher – Python Challenge

Administrator — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:41:44 +0000

In the world of cryptography, the Vigenère Cipher represents a significant milestone in the evolution of encryption techniques. To fully appreciate its significance, let’s take a step back and explore its roots, starting with the Caesar Cipher. The Caesar Cipher:…

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Famous Shipwrecks Explorer – Python Challenge

Administrator — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:37 +0000

With this challenge, we will embark on a virtual voyage across the seven seas to uncover the secrets hidden underwater. For centuries, shipwrecks have captivated the imagination of explorers and historians alike, each sunken vessel holding tales of bravery, tragedy,…

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The Pizzaiolo’s Pizza Sizing Challenge

Administrator — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 17:03:56 +0000

Let’s start this coding challenge with a simple question: assuming your are organising a pizza party and would like to make sure there will be enough pizza for your guests, would you rather order a single 18-inch pizza or order…

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