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Adding a directory to the PATH environment variable in Windows

Published on September 2, 2023

# Adding a directory to the PATH environment variable in Windows: A Complete Guide 👨‍💻 So, you wanna add a directory to the PATH environment variable in Windows, huh? You're in luck, my friend! I've got all the answers you need. 🙌 ## The Problem 💔 L

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How to redirect Windows cmd stdout and stderr to a single file?

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to Redirect Windows CMD Output to a Single File: The Easy Solution! 💻🔀📝 Hello fellow tech enthusiasts! 👋 Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you wanted to redirect all the output of a Windows command to a **single file**? 🤔 You'r

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error: Unable to find vcvarsall.bat

Published on September 2, 2023

# Easy Fix for "Unable to find vcvarsall.bat" Error in Python If you've come across the error message "Unable to find vcvarsall.bat" while trying to install a Python package, don't worry! This is a common issue that many Python developers face. In this bl

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How to run a PowerShell script

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to Run a PowerShell Script: A Beginner's Guide 👨‍💻 So, you have a PowerShell script and you're ready to unleash its power, but you're hitting a roadblock and wondering why your script isn't running as expected. Don't worry, we've got you covered!

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Windows batch files: .bat vs .cmd?

Published on September 2, 2023

📝 Windows Batch Files: .bat vs .cmd: Solving the Mystery! 🕵️‍♀️🔎 Are you a master of the Windows command line? Or are you still figuring out the difference between a `.bat` and a `.cmd` file? Fear not, my tech-savvy friends! In this engaging blog post,

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Setting Windows PowerShell environment variables

Published on September 2, 2023

# Setting Windows PowerShell Environment Variables 😎💻 So, you're having trouble with setting environment variables in Windows PowerShell? Don't worry, you're not alone! 🤔 **The Problem:** You may have noticed that setting the `PATH` environment variab

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How do I get the application exit code from a Windows command line?

Published on September 2, 2023

# How to Get the Application Exit Code from a Windows Command Line 💻🔚 So you're running a program on your Windows command line, and you want to know its exit code, huh? 🤔 No worries, we've got you covered! In this guide, we'll show you how to retrieve

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Remove credentials from Git

Published on September 2, 2023

## 🤔 How to Remove Credentials from Git Working with multiple repositories can sometimes lead to unexpected errors, especially when it comes to handling credentials in Git. If you're facing issues with wrong or outdated credentials, fear not! We've got y

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How to upgrade Git on Windows to the latest version

Published on September 2, 2023

# 🚀 Upgrading Git on Windows: A Simple Guide So you've encountered some trouble while trying to upgrade Git on your Windows machine? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of upgrading Git to the latest ver

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List all environment variables from the command line

Published on September 2, 2023

# 💻🌐 How to List All Environment Variables from the Command Line Do you ever find yourself needing to find the expansive list of environment variables on your Windows computer? Wouldn't it be cool to have a command that mirrors PowerShell's `gci env:`?