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The Trouble With Floats, and not the Root Beer Kind

This post is about float values, some basic computer science, and the PHP-specific handling of floats. It’s geared for the beginner, but please read on even if you feel you’re above it, as I tried to include some interesting bits at the end.

As a programmer, I have read through more fat books than I care to think about. That doesn’t mean I’ve retained it – quite the opposite. I’ve probably forgotten at least ten facts for any one I remember. That said, there are times when I’m working on something that I have that “Oh yeahhhh… a-Dur! *self thwap*” moment …

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Greetings and Salivations!

Welcome to Ruminant Nation, my (mostly) technical blog. Allow me to be your host as I ramble on about all things geeky, covering a range of topics broader than you could shake a stick at. Actually, if my blogging keeps you from randomly shaking sticks at topics, than I will be serving my purpose. As I tend to have diverse interests and a short attention span, you can expect me to discuss a veritable smattering of subjects. While some of them may be interesting to you, some may not, so if the current post isn’t your particular cup of tea, …

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