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442: Paradigms - What is a Program?

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Exploring Data Schemas: Balancing Flexibility and Strictness

This chapter delves into the complexities of data schemas and types, emphasizing the need for a balance between strictness and flexibility in programming. The discussion includes the parse-don't-validate principle, the role of JSON schemas in validation, and the potential of OpenAPI specifications for generating documentation.

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