Forbes

Microsoft Removes Embarrassing 'Big Boobs' String From Linux Code

This is from the "I can't believe someone would get away with that" files. Buried in the software that connects the Linux kernel to Microsoft's HyperV virtualization program was the following code ...
TechRepublic

5 rules for embedding strings in VBA code

Don't struggle to pass strings. Instead, apply these five simple rules when working with embedded strings in VBA. If you want to work with VBA, eventually, you’ll struggle with embedded strings. It ...
Ars Technica

Java: treat String as a command without using exec

public class DemoGraphstream { void main() { System.setProperty("org.graphstream.ui", "swing"); Graph graph = new SingleGraph("Tutorial 1"); graph.addNode("A"); graph ...
MacRumors

Code Strings Hint at Possible iChat Services for iOS

RazorianFly points to a Tweet from developer John Heaton revealing strings within the iOS code making reference to iChat-related services such as Jabber and AIM that are not currently supported ...
TechRepublic

Avoid using magic numbers and string literals in your code

Avoid using magic numbers and string literals in your code Your email has been sent Have you ever had to spend your valuable time searching through code changing string literal values? Most developers ...