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Gravitational potential energy and numerical integrals in Python

In this video, we dive into gravitational potential energy and how to calculate it using numerical integrals in Python. Learn how to set up the equations, perform the integration, and visualize the ...
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How to simulate escape velocity with VPython

In this video, we’ll show you how to simulate escape velocity using VPython! Learn how to set up the simulation, calculate the necessary escape velocity, and visualize how an object’s speed affects ...

I took Harvard's free online coding classes to better catch AI's errors - and they're legit

Harvard's free programming classes teach you how to think, debug, and adapt in an AI-driven world where knowing code matters more than ever.

Essay: 6 ways public broadcasting will improve your life. And that's a promise

Public broadcasting is your friend. And local stations such as PBS SoCal (a union of KOCE and KCET) and LAUSD's KLCS, KCRW, ...

6 ways public broadcasting will improve your life. And that’s a promise

Public broadcasting is your friend. And local stations such as PBS SoCal (a union of KOCE and KCET) and LAUSD's KLCS, KCRW, ...

This Santa has a huge python slung over his shoulder, not a sack of toys

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida made a Facebook post showing a wildlife wearing a Santa hat with Burmese python on his shoulder.