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Parent proud as kid asks for regex help
Original: Linux microblog update: My oldest kid asked me for advice building a regular expression. In that moment, in my heart, th
A developer and parent shared a lighthearted moment after their oldest child asked for advice building a regular expression. They joked that Valve's Steam Machine had 'paid for itself,' implying the gaming hardware helped spark the child's interest in computing. The anecdote has drawn warm engagement, resonating with tech parents who hope to pass on programming skills to their children.
Why now: The mix of parenting pride, nostalgia around the Steam Machine and a relatable coding moment is striking a chord.
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- Linux microblog update: My oldest kid asked me for advice building a regular expression. In that moment, in my heart, the Steam Machine paid for itself. # Linux # parenting # regex # valve # steammachine · EdTheDev@infosec.exchange · 15
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