There are many cases where it is useful to serialize data structures to text, such as persistence in the filesystem or transmission across the network. One of the most popular uses is to use [...]

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Which introductory programming language is better? Java or Python?

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There are a number of very powerful template languages available in Python. Some template languages, such as Genshi , allow complex Python statements and even full Python code within the template [...]

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Socrates posed this question of his society in ancient times. Is self-reflection really the key to happiness? One must question whether or not their actions in life are really the right one, and [...]

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... that is the question

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Santa Claus. Naughty or Nice? Is Santa a symbol of giving who brings joy to millions or an evil corporate shill who promotes shameless materialism?

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Peanut butter. Its loaded with calories, but absolutely delicious and goes well with with jelly. But which is better: crunchy or smooth? Extra points will be awarded for arguments that involve [...]

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A politician plans to do something that you consider to be a good (or even great) thing. Then you find out their reasoning for doing it is totally misguided.... Would you continue to support that [...]

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Hybrid cars are marketed as environmental friendly. However, I heard some opinions saying that because of the heavy double-engine system and the batteries needed for the electric engine, those cars [...]

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You are a specialist in your field, with a world-wide, excellent reputation, when you are asked to participate in a high-profile study - along with other experts from various disciplines and [...]

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At the moment only admin can create new debates. I am considering adding the ability for members of the site to be able to create their own debates. I can see a number of pros and cons for this, so I [...]

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Given that President Bush's approval ratings have dipped to an all time low, could it indicate a flaw in the democratic system where the majority are governed by a ruling class? Consider if you will, [...]

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Welcome, fight-fans, to the first in a series of virtual battles. Who would win in a no-holds-barred fight with Samuel L Jackson versus Bart Simpson? Fight on!

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No sniggering at the back! We are all adults here. Some of us have both, others have two of one, but most of us have one or the other. What I want to know is which is it best to have; a penis, or a [...]

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There are a number of (very good) templating systems and languages available for Python. They fall in to one of two camps; either they are XML based, like Genshi, or they are text based, like Mako. [...]

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Let's try a thought experiment. Imagine if it was self evident that a (basically Christian) God existed and even scientists were convinced. Lets also imagine that there is no afterlife to go to. Would [...]

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You are kidnapped and awake to find yourself laying on a hospital bed, connected by several tubes to an unconscious man in the bed beside you. You are told that the tubes are doing you no harm but are [...]

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According to scientology.com - The word Scientology literally means the study of truth. It comes from the Latin word scio meaning knowing in the fullest sense [...]

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You have been out scavanging for supplies with a friend when you bump in to a cadre of zombies. You drop the whiskey and flee, but your friend trips and falls. He's fit and capable, and has saved your [...]

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Scientists invent a pill that slows down aging and keeps the body free from major illness. People that take it feel great and live to be 200 years old. The only downside is that it you must take it [...]

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