Mission Reports
News, tips and learning from the world of backend software development.
Everything You Need to Know About Sorting in Python
8 April 2025Whether you’re wrangling a simple list or a complex set of objects, this guide will teach you how to sort data in Python like a pro.
Mastering Python Lists As A Beginner
25 February 2025Unlock the power of Python lists. Learn to create, index, slice, update, and manipulate lists for efficient coding.
Python Strings Explained: Learn the Fundamentals of this Core Data Type
10 February 2025Strings in Python are a fundamental data type. Learn how to define and work with them effectively in this ultimate beginner guide.
Premature Abstraction in Software: More Harm than Good
27 January 2025Abstraction simplifies complex code but it can backfire when used too soon. Learn what abstraction is, when to use it, and how to avoid the trap of premature abstraction.
Should you be testing implementation details?
10 January 2025Should your tests focus on how your system works or what it delivers? Testing isn't just about writing code to catch bugs.
Breaking the DRY Spell: Why Repetition Isn't Always the Enemy
27 December 2024Clean, elegant design or an over abstracted, confusing mess? DRY code can be all or none of these things. Like most topics, some nuance in the discussion is probably needed.