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2d ago

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TIL Python's 'else' on loops is a real thing and it threw me off

Wait, so Python basically added an 'else' on loops just to mess with our heads right? It's like the language is trolling beginners on purpose. I remember learning this and thinking "oh cool, so now my loop has a guilt trip attached to it too." The worst part is it only runs when the loop finishes without breaking, so basically it's for when your loop decides to be a good boy and complete its homework. I've never used it in real code but honestly I just pretend it doesn't exist like the 'pass' statement half the time. Whoever designed this probably sat in a meeting and said "you know what loops need? More existential confusion.

3d ago

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After seeing that staged moon landing presentation at a conference in Phoenix, I started fact checking everything

Why would we assume there's some big cover up when the simplest answer is usually the right one? You know how many retired NASA folks just want to enjoy their peace and quiet without getting dragged into internet drama, @simonk98? I'd be suspicious if someone DID come forward with a perfect paper trail, honestly.

3d ago

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The week I stopped forcing my old gaming videos on new friends

Does sending that frag reel feel like a test that nobody passed, @brooke_taylor44? I'm more curious what you thought they'd get out of watching it. Like, were you hoping they'd relive that era with you, or were you trying to prove something to yourself?

4d ago

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TIL a bike shop vet told me to stop using WD-40 on chains

That old mechanic was looking out for you. WD-40 is great for displacing water but it's not a real lubricant for bike chains, it just washes the factory grease off and leaves a sticky film that grabs every bit of dust on the road. I made the switch to a dry wax lube last year and my chain actually stays silver instead of turning into a black gritty mess. It only takes a few minutes to reapply after a wet ride so it's totally worth the extra cost.

5d ago

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That fiber splice trainer lied about how many passes you need

Heard a veteran splicer say classroom fiber is like training butter compared to real-world ice.