Introduction to Regular Expressions in 20 Minutes: (Coffee Book Series)
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ISBN: 979-8367416657

Publication Date: December 7, 2022

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BooksComputers & TechnologyDatabases & Big Data

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programmingpatterns
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Introduction to Regular Expressions in 20 Minutes: (Coffee Book Series)

About This Book

This comprehensive guide to programming and patterns provides readers with both theoretical foundations and practical applications. The author's approach to has been praised for its clarity and depth, making complex concepts accessible to professionals and enthusiasts alike.

With a focus on real-world applications, this book stands out from others in the field by emphasizing best practices through detailed examples and case studies. Whether you're new to Computers & Technology or looking to deepen your expertise, this volume offers valuable insights at every level.

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Reader Reviews

James Wilson
James Wilson

Debugging Expert

academic review December 17, 2025

This book provides a comprehensive examination of programming and patterns. The author's approach to technical subjects is particularly insightful, offering both theoretical foundations and practical applications. The section on patterns was especially valuable for my research.

82% of readers found this helpful
Emma Williams
Emma Williams

Web Development Expert

comparative review January 2, 2026

Compared to similar titles in Computers & Technology, this book excels in its real-world applications of patterns. The case studies are current and relevant to today's challenges in Databases & Big Data.

84% of readers found this helpful
Robert Brown
Robert Brown

Technology Expert

comparative review January 14, 2026

Compared to similar titles in Computers & Technology, this book excels in its real-world applications of patterns. The case studies are current and relevant to today's challenges in Databases & Big Data.

95% of readers found this helpful
Michael Chen
Michael Chen

Programming Expert

personal review January 1, 2026

I never thought I'd enjoy reading about programming until I picked up this book. It completely changed my perspective on technical subjects and how it relates to everyday Computers & Technology. The author has a gift for making complex ideas accessible.

93% of readers found this helpful
Lisa Rodriguez
Lisa Rodriguez

Analytics Expert

brief review December 17, 2025

Changed how I think about technical subjects. Highly recommended for anyone in Computers & Technology.

94% of readers found this helpful
Olivia Martinez
Olivia Martinez

Game Design Expert

academic review December 26, 2025

This book provides a comprehensive examination of programming and patterns. The author's approach to technical subjects is particularly insightful, offering both theoretical foundations and practical applications. The section on patterns was especially valuable for my research.

86% of readers found this helpful
David Kim
David Kim

JavaScript Expert

personal review January 3, 2026

This book sat on my shelf for months before I finally started it. What a mistake that was! Once I began, I couldn't put it down. The chapters on patterns spoke directly to challenges I've faced in my own work with Databases & Big Data.

88% of readers found this helpful
Sarah Johnson
Sarah Johnson

Game Development Expert

problem_solution review January 12, 2026

After searching forums and watching tutorials with no success, this book's treatment of advanced topics gave me the breakthrough I needed. The diagrams alone are worth the price.

100% of readers found this helpful
Emma Williams
Emma Williams

Web Development Expert

comparative review January 5, 2026

Compared to similar titles in Computers & Technology, this book excels in its real-world applications of patterns. The case studies are current and relevant to today's challenges in Databases & Big Data.

86% of readers found this helpful
Michael Chen
Michael Chen

Programming Expert

academic review December 18, 2025

This book provides a comprehensive examination of programming and patterns. The author's approach to technical subjects is particularly insightful, offering both theoretical foundations and practical applications. The section on patterns was especially valuable for my research.

92% of readers found this helpful

Community Discussions

Sarah Johnson
SolutionSarah Johnson

Game Development Expert • 669 views

solution December 30, 2025

For anyone facing issues with technical aspects, the troubleshooting guide in chapter 5 saved me hours of frustration.

David Kim
David Kim

JavaScript Expert • 3124 views

tip January 9, 2026

Pro tip: Before diving into chapter 7, make sure you're comfortable with technical aspects basics. It makes a huge difference!

Emma Williams
Emma Williams

Web Development Expert • 763 views

question December 19, 2025

Has anyone successfully implemented the programming approach from chapter 3? I'm stuck on the part about patterns.

Emma Williams
Emma Williams

Web Development Expert • 2849 views

question January 10, 2026

What prerequisites would you recommend before tackling this book's material on technical subjects?

Robert Brown
Robert Brown
January 4, 2026

For those coming from a Computers & Technology background, there's an alternative approach that might work better.

James Wilson
James Wilson
January 9, 2026

I had the same question. The key is to focus on patterns first.

Michael Chen
Michael Chen
January 14, 2026

Can you share more details about your implementation?

Olivia Martinez
Olivia Martinez

Game Design Expert • 829 views

question January 3, 2026

Has anyone successfully implemented the programming approach from chapter 3? I'm stuck on the part about patterns.

David Kim
David Kim
January 12, 2026

I disagree with this approach. The book's method for programming has some flaws in my experience.

Olivia Martinez
Olivia Martinez

Game Design Expert • 3429 views

question December 19, 2025

Has anyone successfully implemented the programming approach from chapter 3? I'm stuck on the part about patterns.

Michael Chen
Michael Chen
January 13, 2026

This solution should be marked as the accepted answer. It's exactly what the book recommends on page 143.

Michael Chen
Michael Chen
January 8, 2026

For those coming from a Databases & Big Data background, there's an alternative approach that might work better.

Michael Chen
Michael Chen
January 14, 2026

This solution should be marked as the accepted answer. It's exactly what the book recommends on page 77.

Robert Brown
Robert Brown
January 9, 2026

This worked perfectly for me too! Saved me so much time.

Robert Brown
Robert Brown

Technology Expert • 4068 views

question January 1, 2026

What prerequisites would you recommend before tackling this book's material on technical subjects?

David Kim
David Kim
January 7, 2026

I had the same question. The key is to focus on patterns first.

Michael Chen
Michael Chen

Programming Expert • 3373 views

tip January 9, 2026

Don't skip the exercises in section 2. They seem simple but really cement the advanced topics concepts.

James Wilson
James Wilson

Debugging Expert • 1558 views

question December 16, 2025

Is the technical aspects methodology still current with today's standards in Computers & Technology?

Michael Chen
Michael Chen
January 10, 2026

Can you share more details about your implementation?

Michael Chen
Michael Chen
January 5, 2026

I disagree with this approach. The book's method for patterns has some flaws in my experience.

David Kim
David Kim
January 5, 2026

For those coming from a Books background, there's an alternative approach that might work better.

Lisa Rodriguez
Lisa Rodriguez

Analytics Expert • 2216 views

question December 30, 2025

What prerequisites would you recommend before tackling this book's material on technical subjects?

Robert Brown
Robert Brown
January 9, 2026

Can you share more details about your implementation?

James Wilson
James Wilson
January 9, 2026

Can you share more details about your implementation?

Robert Brown
Robert Brown
January 7, 2026

This solution should be marked as the accepted answer. It's exactly what the book recommends on page 112.

Sarah Johnson
Sarah Johnson

Game Development Expert • 2056 views

tip January 10, 2026

Pro tip: Before diving into chapter 8, make sure you're comfortable with technical aspects basics. It makes a huge difference!

James Wilson
James Wilson
January 10, 2026

This solution should be marked as the accepted answer. It's exactly what the book recommends on page 124.

James Wilson
James Wilson

Debugging Expert • 1891 views

tip December 27, 2025

The companion website has additional resources for programming that aren't mentioned in the book. Worth checking out!

Lisa Rodriguez
Lisa Rodriguez

Analytics Expert • 1444 views

question January 12, 2026

What prerequisites would you recommend before tackling this book's material on technical subjects?

Robert Brown
Robert Brown

Technology Expert • 985 views

question December 22, 2025

Has anyone successfully implemented the programming approach from chapter 3? I'm stuck on the part about patterns.

Michael Chen
Michael Chen

Programming Expert • 2488 views

discussion December 21, 2025

The book's perspective on advanced topics really challenges conventional wisdom in Databases & Big Data. What do others think about this approach?

Highlighted Quotes

"One powerful idea: 'technical subjects requires not just knowledge of programming, but mastery of patterns.' The book shows exactly how to achieve this."

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"As the author notes in chapter 8, 'patterns is not just about technical aspects, but rather about advanced topics.' This distinction makes all the difference."

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"As the author notes in chapter 4, 'patterns is not just about technical aspects, but rather about advanced topics.' This distinction makes all the difference."

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"The most insightful perspective on programming I've encountered. This changed how I approach Computers & Technology entirely."

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"One powerful idea: 'technical subjects requires not just knowledge of programming, but mastery of patterns.' The book shows exactly how to achieve this."

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