Understanding the Problem with glDrawElements in OpenGL ES 2 In this article, we will delve into a problem faced by developers who are using OpenGL ES 2 to render objects with textures. The issue revolves around incorrect indices being used in the glDrawElements function, which leads to some triangles not being drawn as expected. Background Information on OpenGL ES 2 OpenGL ES 2 is a version of the OpenGL API that is designed for embedded systems and mobile devices.

Understanding Auto-Dispatching in Static Languages ===================================================== As a developer, we’ve all been there - stuck with the need for some kind of auto-dispatching or auto-property-resolution mechanism in our static languages. In dynamic languages like JavaScript, Python, and Ruby, this is often easily achieved through techniques such as late binding, duck typing, or the use of metaprogramming. However, in static languages like Swift and C++, we face a different set of challenges.

Understanding T-SQL Queries and Python Looping for Replacement As a technical blogger, it’s essential to break down complex problems into manageable parts and explain the underlying concepts in an educational tone. In this article, we’ll delve into how to use a Python loop to replace words in a T-SQL query. Introduction to T-SQL and Python T-SQL (Transact-SQL) is a standard language for Microsoft SQL Server database management systems. It’s used for writing SQL queries to interact with the database.

Understanding iOS Crash Logs and Debugging Introduction As a developer, debugging an app is an essential part of ensuring that it runs smoothly and doesn’t encounter any critical errors. One common issue developers face when debugging their apps on iOS devices is getting access to the full crash log when the debugger is attached. In this article, we will delve into what crash logs are, how they are generated, and most importantly, whether it’s possible to obtain a full iOS crash log while still being connected to the debugger.

Working with Character Vectors in R: A More Efficient Approach to Row Annotations In this article, we’ll explore a common problem in R data visualization and develop an efficient approach to create row annotations for heatmaps using character vectors. Introduction When working with datasets that contain multiple columns of information, creating row annotations for heatmaps can be time-consuming. In the provided Stack Overflow post, a user is looking for a more compressed way to generate row annotations for a heatmap by passing a character vector containing column names as arguments to the rowAnnotation function.

Understanding COALESCE in SQL: Eliminating NULL Values Across Rows When working with data that contains NULL values, it can be challenging to determine how to handle them. In this article, we will explore the use of COALESCE in SQL Server 2012 and examine alternative approaches for eliminating NULL values across rows. Introduction to COALESCE COALESCE is a function used in Microsoft SQL Server 2012 that returns the first non-NULL value from a list of arguments.

SQL SUM Group with Condition When working with databases, it’s common to need to calculate totals or sums for groups of records based on specific conditions. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to achieve a SQL SUM group by condition using the provided example from Stack Overflow. Background Let’s first examine the original query provided in the question: SELECT DISTINCT vendor, SUM(CASE WHEN total_inv = 0 AND total_1 = 0, and total_2 = 0 THEN (total_inv + total_1 + total_2) WHEN total_inv = 0 AND total_1 = 0, and total_2 = 1 THEN (total_inv + total_1) WHEN total_inv = 0 AND total_1 = 1, and total_2 = 0 THEN (total_inv + total_2) WHEN total_inv = 0 AND total_1 = 1, and total_2 = 1 THEN (total_inv) WHEN total_inv = 1 AND total_1 = 0, and total_2 = 0 THEN (total_1 + total_2) WHEN total_inv = 1 AND total_1 = 0, and total_2 = 1 THEN (total_1) WHEN total_inv = 1 AND total_1 = 1, and total_2 = 0 THEN (total_2) WHEN total_inv = 1 AND total_1 = 1, and total_2 = 1 THEN 0 END) GRAND TOTAL FROM tbInvoice GROUP BY vendor The original query attempts to calculate a grand total for each group of records in the tbInvoice table based on specific conditions related to the status_inv, status_1, and status_2 columns.

Using OpenFeint for iPhone Game Highscore Server without Full-Blown App =========================================================== Introduction OpenFeint was a popular social gaming network that allowed developers to easily integrate leaderboards and other social features into their games. While the full-blown app is no longer available, its API and data storage services are still accessible for use in third-party applications. In this post, we will explore how to use OpenFeint as a highscore server for an iPhone game without deploying the entire OpenFeint app within your own application.

Customizing the Range of Y-Axes in Parallel Coordinates Plots using MASS::parcoord() When working with parallel coordinates plots in R, one common challenge is customizing the range of y-axes for each variable. The MASS::parcoord() function provides a convenient way to create these types of plots, but it can be difficult to adjust the minimum and maximum labels. In this article, we will delve into the details of using MASS::parcoord() and explore ways to customize the range of y-axes for each variable.

Understanding Row Numbers and Partitioning in SQL When working with tables that have a complex relationship between rows, it’s common to encounter the need to assign row numbers or indexes to specific groups of rows. In this scenario, we’re given a table that stores an id from another table, an index_value for a specific id, and some additional values. The goal is to recalculate the data stored in index_value after deleting certain records while maintaining the relationships between the tables.