Novice programmers rarely see the value in externalized configuration. It's tedious and doesn't result in an immediate payoff. That means this task is often overlooked or done poorly, if at all. For ...

I refuse to think of manicures as something to check off of the list or a pricey chore that makes you look presentable and—forgive my pun—polished. Instead, I liken fresh nails to a new pair of shoes: ...