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How can I auto-elevate my batch file, so that it requests from UAC administrator rights if required?

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to Auto-Elevate Your Batch File to Request Administrator Rights So, you've created a batch file that performs certain operations on a Windows system. You want to ensure that your batch file only runs with administrator rights, so that it doesn't enc

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Running Python on Windows for Node.js dependencies

Published on September 2, 2023

# Running Python on Windows for Node.js Dependencies: A Beginner's Guide So, you're diving into a Node.js codebase and trying to install some dependencies, but you keep running into a pesky error. šŸ¤” Fear not, this guide will help you understand and solv

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Batch file: Find if substring is in string (not in a file)

Published on September 2, 2023

#**šŸ¤– Finding a Substring in a Batch File: Easy-Peasy Solution** So you've got a batch file and you're trying to find a substring within a string, but all the solutions you stumble upon are for searching substrings in files, not strings. Don't fret! I've

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How to delete a file after checking whether it exists

Published on September 2, 2023

# šŸ—‘ļø How to Delete a File in C# - Making It Exist No More! šŸ“‚ So, you want to delete a file in C#, huh? Sure thing! But before we go down the delete path, let's make sure it exists with a sassy if statement, just like in those cool batch files! šŸ•¶ļø ###

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Change case of a file on Windows?

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to Change the Case of a File on Windows? šŸ”„ Are you struggling with changing the case of a file on your Windows machine? You're not alone! Many developers face this issue, especially when working with Git-controlled codebases. But fear not, because

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How do I copy a string to the clipboard?

Published on September 2, 2023

šŸ“ How to Copy a String to the Clipboard: A Quick Guide for Python Developers šŸ“‹ So you're building a snazzy Windows application that requires copying a string to the clipboard using Python? šŸ¤” No worries, we got your back! Follow this simple guide to m

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Composer install error - requires ext_curl when it"s actually enabled

Published on September 2, 2023

# Composer Install Error: Requires ext_curl when it's actually enabled šŸ” Searching for a solution to a frustrating error? Look no further! We've got you covered with a simple guide to fix the Composer install error that requires ext_curl when it's actual

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Signing a Windows EXE file

Published on September 2, 2023

# ⭐ Signing a Windows EXE File: A Simple Guide for Beginners ⭐ So, you want to sign a Windows EXE file, huh? Don't worry, I got your back! In this blog post, I'll walk you through the process step-by-step, addressing common issues and providing easy solut

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Windows 7, 64 bit, DLL problems

Published on September 2, 2023

šŸ“šŸ–„ļø "Windows 7, 64-bit, DLL Problems: Easy Solutions" šŸ› ļøšŸ”§ Are you experiencing DLL problems on your Windows 7, 64-bit system? Don't worry, you're not alone. We've got you covered with easy solutions! šŸ¤šŸ’» Let's dive into a common scenario: Imagine yo

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How to write a multiline command?

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to Write a Multiline Command: Windows Edition! šŸ“šŸ’» <p>Glad you asked! Writing a multiline command in Windows may not be as straightforward as in Linux, but fear not! We've got you covered with some easy solutions to this common issue. Let's dive in