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Kobojunkie:
If a woman told her husband his friends were bad... what would you think in that situation?

In a home, spouses can advise each other about their friends. Nothing wrong!

press9jatv:
she’s very right here

But, tell me why my husband would not tell me if my female friends are bad 😔?

Her ideas needs balance.

press9jatv:
5 people you shouldn't get married to when you are courting heading to marriage - Nigeria female marriage counsellor speak 🗣️


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36Y4pUCuF4U?si=J4BEKnajg_rCm8ND

All the 5 points get as e be.

No...


It is also not wrong for the man to say NO!

Thanks

Seun:
Dear Nairalanders,

I want to thank you for your continued feedback and patience as we tackle the crisis caused by our decision to use the antispam bot to enforce more rules on Nairaland. While the action helped us to tackle many chronic issues, it also led to disastrous ban of hundreds of innocent Nairalanders. To significantly improve accuracy, the bot will avoid moderating complex issues that require human nuance.

While we work on further improvements, here are some tips to ensure your posts don't accidentally trigger the bot:
- Keep your posts related to the thread topic.
- You can disagree strongly with fellow Nairalanders, but do not insult them.
- Don't put any type of obscene content on Nairaland.
- Do not encourage or call for violence against anyone.
- Don't spam or try to scam Nairalanders. We will not tolerate this.
- Don't illegally upload or post links to illegally download copyrighted music, movies, games, or software.

We believe these changes are a significant step towards a better balance.

Thank you for being part of Nairaland.

Best Regards,
Seun Osewa.

Thanks 🙏

Bots should be monitored

Seun:
Hello Guys,

I'm throwing this question to you because it's very important. Every time I ask, "how is Nairaland?" I'm told that it is fine. If I ask what are the challenges I'm told there are none.

So I need to talk to you guys directly about what you think is going on and what you want us to do. I have not had the confidence to make major changes on Nairaland. I have a little confidence now because of AI.

What are your complaints, your challenges, your issues. What are the things that can drive people away and need to be nipped?

Speak your mind, but don't be rude. Thanks.

Nairaland should be made to work well with markdowns. Check medium..com. and also NL should also be free with link sharing... These open rules allows everyone in.. thereby keeping the system independent.

100% true!

Firebox123:
😁😂

Shey na so you dey do on opay and your bank be that when you wan buy data abi

this feels like scam na....too good to be true bro

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Blurryface:
What's telegram?

if you are still alive...now you should know!

Hey everyone! Today, we’re going to explore a really cool and useful feature in JavaScript. It involves three little dots: ... Don’t let them fool you; they’re more powerful than they look!

These dots can do two main things, and it all depends on where you use them. Let’s think of it like this: we’re dealing with machines!

1. Rest Parameter: Setting Up the Input Machine

Where you’ll see it: When you’re defining a function. Imagine you’re building a machine.
What it does: The “rest parameter” is like setting up a machine to accept a variety of inputs. It gathers all the extra stuff you feed into the machine and puts it into a neat little package (an array!).
Machine Analogy: You’re designing a machine with a special “catch-all” input bin.

// Let's build a machine called 'processItems'
function processItems(firstItem, secondItem, ...otherItems) {
  console.log("First item:", firstItem);
  console.log("Second item:", secondItem);
  console.log("Other items:", otherItems); // This will be an array!
}
 
// Now, let's use the machine!
processItems("gears", "bolts", "screws", "washers", "nails"; 
// 'otherItems' gets: ["screws", "washers", "nails"]
See how ...otherItems acts like a bin that collects all the extra items? That’s the rest parameter in action!

2. Spread Syntax: Running the Output Machine

Where you’ll see it: When you’re using (calling) a function, or when you’re building arrays or objects. You’re running the machine!
What it does: The “spread syntax” is like taking the contents of a container (like an array) and spreading them out, one by one, as inputs for the machine or to build something new.
Machine Analogy: You’re taking a box of parts and feeding them individually into the machine.

// Let's say we have a machine that needs three inputs
function assembleParts(part1, part2, part3) {
  console.log("Part 1:", part1);
  console.log("Part 2:", part2);
  console.log("Part 3:", part3);
}
 
// And we have a "parts box" (an array)
const partsBox = ["engine", "wheels", "chassis"];
 
// Let's run the machine!
assembleParts(...partsBox); // Spread syntax feeds each part individually!
The ...partsBox spreads out the items in the array so that assembleParts gets the inputs it needs.

Why This Is Important?

Think of these dots as tools that make your JavaScript code more:

Flexible: Rest lets your machines handle different amounts of input.
Efficient: Spread lets you easily use collections of data as inputs.
Readable: These dots, when used correctly, can make your code cleaner and easier to understand.

So, young coders, master these “magic dots,” and you’ll be building powerful JavaScript machines in no time! Keep experimenting, and have fun!

SupremeMills:
As mentioned in the title, i am working on a new community forum and looking for experienced content creators to help me keeping it active as it is growing by the day.
If interested kindly post below.

okay

closed

Timmitimes2:
Price
Hope the gums don't later cause Insomnia

good question!

be care full Seun!

Hey fellow coders and Nairaland tech enthusiasts!

Some of you might remember a question I posted here a few days ago about the difference between JavaScript's spread syntax and rest parameters. I was feeling a little tangled up in understanding how they worked and where to use them.

Well, I'm happy to report that thanks to the insightful responses from so many knowledgeable folks on this forum, I've finally had a real "aha!" moment with the spread syntax! I was playing around with some code today, and it just clicked.

Think of it like this: imagine you have a list of your favorite fruits in one basket, and you want to make a new, bigger fruit salad with those fruits and some new ones. The spread syntax (`...`) is like taking all the fruits *out* of the first basket and laying them out so you can easily add them to your new salad.

Here's the code snippet that really helped solidify it for me:

const favoriteFruits = ["mango", "banana", "watermelon"];
const allFruits = [...favoriteFruits, "orange", "pineapple"];
console.log(allFruits); // Output: ["mango", "banana", "watermelon", "orange", "pineapple"]

See how `...favoriteFruits` essentially took each item from the `favoriteFruits` array and placed them individually into the `allFruits` array? It's such a clean and efficient way to combine arrays (and even objects!).

I'm feeling much more confident using the spread syntax now. However, I'm still on a bit of a journey to fully grasp rest parameters and their role, especially when working with functions. I understand that they also use the `...` syntax, but they seem to work in reverse – gathering multiple arguments into a single array within a function.

If any of you seasoned JavaScript developers on Nairaland have some clear examples or analogies of how you typically use rest parameters in your functions, I would be incredibly grateful for your insights! I'm eager to keep learning and leveling up my JavaScript skills.

Thanks again to everyone who contributed to my previous question. The Nairaland tech community is truly a fantastic resource! Looking forward to your thoughts on rest parameters!

Hey fellow coders and Nairaland tech enthusiasts!

Some of you might remember a question I posted here a few days ago about the difference between JavaScript's spread syntax and rest parameters. I was feeling a little tangled up in understanding how they worked and where to use them.

Well, I'm happy to report that thanks to the insightful responses from so many knowledgeable folks on this forum, I've finally had a real "aha!" moment with the spread syntax! I was playing around with some code today, and it just clicked.

Think of it like this: imagine you have a list of your favorite fruits in one basket, and you want to make a new, bigger fruit salad with those fruits and some new ones. The spread syntax (`...`) is like taking all the fruits *out* of the first basket and laying them out so you can easily add them to your new salad.

Here's the code snippet that really helped solidify it for me:

const favoriteFruits = ["mango", "banana", "watermelon"];
const allFruits = [...favoriteFruits, "orange", "pineapple"];
console.log(allFruits); // Output: ["mango", "banana", "watermelon", "orange", "pineapple"]

See how `...favoriteFruits` essentially took each item from the `favoriteFruits` array and placed them individually into the `allFruits` array? It's such a clean and efficient way to combine arrays (and even objects!).

I'm feeling much more confident using the spread syntax now. However, I'm still on a bit of a journey to fully grasp rest parameters and their role, especially when working with functions. I understand that they also use the `...` syntax, but they seem to work in reverse – gathering multiple arguments into a single array within a function.

If any of you seasoned JavaScript developers on Nairaland have some clear examples or analogies of how you typically use rest parameters in your functions, I would be incredibly grateful for your insights! I'm eager to keep learning and leveling up my JavaScript skills.

Thanks again to everyone who contributed to my previous question. The Nairaland tech community is truly a fantastic resource! Looking forward to your thoughts on rest parameters!

MindHacker9009:
I meant a university degree in computer science/software engineering, because with this by just checking on ChatGPT you'll be able to simplify and explain it effectively for younger learners.

Yea. I am.

MindHacker9009:
For young learners using sweets will make it easy for them to grasp. I have a question for you. Do you have a background in computer science/software engineering as this is necessary when training young learners. I would have struggled with this myself if I had not gone to study computer science/software engineering after being self-taught for many years but I felt I needed to understand programming concepts better.

Yes, I am a certified software engineer with sound background. I understand and use the concept in my personal projects, but, here, I need a very calming way to make young learners understand the concept and the reasons behind the use and application of the concept.

In a world where wizards controlled the fabric of reality with code, Ada Lovelace, the world’s first computer programmer, sat with her mentor, Charles Babbage, the inventor of the Analytical Engine.

Charles presented Ada with a mysterious box. “This is the Box of Variables,” he said. “It can hold anything you desire, but you must give it a name and tell it what to hold.”

Ada’s eyes sparkled as she opened the box. Inside, she found a small piece of paper with the word “x” written on it.

“What does it mean?” Ada asked.

“Ah,” Charles replied, “the ‘x’ represents the box’s contents. You can assign any value to ‘x’, and the box will hold it. But remember, once you assign a new value, the old one is gone.”

Ada’s curiosity was piqued. She decided to assign the value “Bernoulli numbers” to the box, referencing her work on the Analytical Engine’s ability to calculate these complex numbers.

x = Bernoulli numbers As she spoke the words, the box began to glow, and a series of numbers appeared inside.

Ada beamed with excitement. “I did it!”

But then, she had an idea. “What if I want the box to hold something else?”

Charles smiled. “Simple. Just reassign the value.”

Ada thought for a moment before speaking:

x = music notes The box glowed once more, and the Bernoulli numbers disappeared, replaced by a musical composition.

Ada grasped the concept. “A variable is like this magic box! It can hold different values, and I can change what’s inside by reassigning it.”

Charles nodded, proud of his protégée. “Exactly, Ada. Your work on the Analytical Engine, including your method for calculating Bernoulli numbers, has shown the true potential of variables in programming.”

The Immutable Values: Unlocking the Secrets of Constants

As they continued to explore the world of variables, Charles introduced Ada to another concept: constants.

“Ada, imagine a magical box that can only hold one thing, and once it’s set, it can never be changed,” Charles explained.

Ada’s curiosity was piqued. “What’s the point of such a box?” she asked.

Charles smiled. “Ah, but that’s where the power of constants lies. You see, constants are like these special boxes that hold a value that never changes. Once you set it, it remains the same throughout your entire program.”

Ada thought for a moment. “So, constants are like variables, but I can only assign a value to them once?”

Charles nodded. “Exactly! And that’s what makes constants so useful. They help you define values that shouldn’t be changed, like the number of notes in a musical scale.”

Ada’s eyes widened as she grasped the concept. “I see! So, variables are like the magic boxes that can hold different values, while constants are like the special boxes that hold a single, unchanging value.”

Charles beamed with pride. “You’ve got it, Ada! Your work on the Analytical Engine, and your insights into variables and constants, will forever change the world of computing.”

And so, Ada Lovelace continued to weave her magic, using variables and constants to create innovative programs that would inspire generations to come.

I will enjoy this...

MindHacker9009:
From ChaTGPT:

1. Rest Operator (...)
The rest operator is used to collect multiple elements into an array. It is commonly used in function parameters to handle an indefinite number of arguments.
Explanation:
...numbers collects all arguments into an array called numbers.
It allows us to pass any number of arguments to the function.

2. Spread Operator (...)
The spread operator is used to expand (spread) elements of an array or object into individual elements.
Explanation:
...arr1 spreads the elements of arr1 into the new array.
...arr2 spreads the elements of arr2 into the new array.

I cannot post the code here as the spambot will be angry.

I have actually used AI but, I still feel that the concept requires a more human-like explanation. NB: I train young learners.

Karleb:
This is where AI will comes in handy. It would explain it very well with examples.

In simple terms, '...' is used to unpack values in an array or object in js.

When the unpacking happens with a code block, it is spread but when it happens within a function argument/params, it is spread.

NB: function argument/parameter are very similar but still different.

I see only js developers are addicted to unpacking sha, in other languages, it is not so common.

is there a better concept to understand this?

Hey there fellow programmers! 👋

I'm a tech trainer working with some bright young minds who are just diving into the world of programming. We've been exploring JavaScript recently, and I've hit a bit of a snag trying to clearly explain the difference between the rest operator and the spread operator.

These two concepts look so similar with their `...` syntax, but they behave quite differently! I'm looking for some well-explained answers, broken down in a way that's easy for beginners to grasp. Short and sweet code examples would be incredibly helpful too.

How do you all explain the distinction between the rest and spread operators to someone new to programming? Any tips or analogies you find useful would be greatly appreciated! 😊

February30:
Let's chat then,

I use chrome OS

09066115252 WhatsApp number

I sorted this out, not as challenging as I thought.

Flana:
When it comes to purchasing a new phone, we expect it to fulfill all the functions promised in the box. However, a recent encounter with a phone seller left me frustrated and disillusioned. I had been eyeing the Nokia 6300, a classic model known for its durability and simplicity, perfect for those who prefer a reliable phone without all the bells and whistles of modern smartphones.

So, I went to the market and stumbled upon a seller selling the Nokia 6300 at Wuze Market, old Bannex Plaza. Excitedly, I made the purchase, eager to experience the nostalgia of using a beloved classic.

However, my excitement quickly turned into disappointment when I realized that the phone I had received was not what I expected. Despite the box claiming that it was a 4G phone with WhatsApp functionality and Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities, the phone I received lacked these essential features, including the absence of Kai OS.

Feeling cheated and frustrated, I reached out to the seller, only to be met with excuses and denials. It became apparent that I had fallen victim to a scam—a counterfeit Nokia 6300 sold under false pretenses.

Reflecting on this experience, I realized the importance of being vigilant when making purchases, especially when it comes to mobile phones, at Bannex Plaza, either from the shop or along the road. Here are a few lessons I learned that I hope can help others avoid similar pitfalls:

Verify the Features: Before making any purchase, especially of mobile phones, always verify that the product you are buying has all the features you expect. In the case of the Nokia 6300, ensure that it is indeed a 4G phone with WhatsApp functionality, Wi-Fi, and hotspot capabilities. Please take all the time needed to verify those.

Check Before Paying: Don’t be afraid to inspect the product thoroughly before making a payment. Test the functions, ask questions, and ensure everything matches what was promised.

Ask Questions:If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Ask the seller plenty of questions to clarify any doubts you may have about the product.

In conclusion, the seller refused to change it or refund my money. A lot of us love to see change in this country, but no one is ready to do the right thing.

This happened to me 2 weeks ago. Same phone, Same feelings but different location, Lagos.

She has blocked reviews on her JIJI account because of her criminal activities.
Stay away from this seller on JIJI Ogedengbe Elizabeth, Alayo Plug LTD, her number is 080.893.530.58.
Na Thief she be.

Now I better walk into Nokia stores or other recognized stores.

adding likes to facebook and instagram? how do you mean?

when will this link work?

The system is rigged! Be a care giver!

I was AC as a child
AS as a teen
AA as an adult



The system is rigged!

Sheistoopretty:
That is what Nigerian men are good at. To steal, do ritual and cultism. No Brain for technologies and innovations. I h@te Nigerian men to be very honest

They are just Use_less. all of them

Mu-mu