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Understanding and avoiding visually ambiguous characters in IDs

gajus Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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The linked article is about avoiding visually ambiguous characters when choosing identifiers (IDs) for software systems. It discusses how certain characters, such as "l" (lowercase L) and "1" (number one), can be easily confused, leading to potential issues in data entry and interpretation. The article provides guidelines and recommendations for selecting IDs that are visually distinct, ensuring better readability and reducing the risk of errors.
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