An employment reference letter confirms employment details and highlights positive professional qualities. It should be written in formal language and include specific dates and job titles. It can be written by a boss, co-worker, or supervisor who has worked closely with the candidate. An employment reference letter is a letter written to an individual’s future […]
Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) are controlled substances used for calibration, quality control, and related tasks. They are sold by scientific supply companies and stored in secure environments due to their hazardous nature. Access is restricted to specific personnel. Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) are sample materials of known composition and other qualities that can be used […]
Java references communicate with the garbage collector to free up memory. By default, all references are strong, but soft references allow for data deletion. Soft references are best for temporary data and weak references are quickly deleted. The length of time a soft reference remains depends on memory availability. In the Java® coding language, references […]
The Data Reference Model (DRM) is an XML-based system that standardizes data entered by US federal agencies, allowing for easy sharing and retrieval. It is part of the Federal Enterprise Architecture and includes a Community of Interest (COI) for sharing data with non-governmental bodies. The DRM promotes easy retrieval through standardized data descriptions, categorizations, and […]
A programming language reference explains how a language works and how to write valid code. It covers basic aspects like operators, structure, branching logic, and scalar types. It is not a tutorial but a practical guide. It can be hundreds or thousands of pages long and may be sold as a book or digital file. […]
Weak references are used in programming to prevent memory leaks and are commonly used in circular references or cache structures. Strong references are the default and keep memory allocated until they are marked as no longer in use. Weak references are available in languages with garbage collection, while C++ uses smart pointers. Other reference types, […]
To become a reference librarian, one must complete a degree in library science, gain experience in libraries, and complete specialized training. The reference librarian should also be familiar with the reference interview technique and have people skills. To become a reference librarian, you must first complete the normal course of education for general library work. […]
Incorporation by reference is a legal principle that allows terms from a separate document to be included in a new document, often for convenience. It is commonly used in commercial contracts and wills, but may not be permitted in all jurisdictions. Clear and unambiguous references are required. Incorporation by reference is a common law principle […]
Embed by reference is a practice of including a second document as part of the first, saving space and time. It must be clearly described and attached to be valid, especially in wills where it can be problematic. Legal advice may be necessary. Embed by reference is a practice in which a document includes a […]
Credit references are parties with whom a person or business has a financial relationship, documented in credit reports. These reports list the debtor’s credit history, including contact details, credit extended, outstanding amount, and payment history. Credit reports are used to determine creditworthiness and can affect access to credit, employment, and housing. Disputes can be resolved, […]
Reference books provide frequently used information in a handy format. Dictionaries define words and phrases, while thesauruses list synonyms and antonyms. Encyclopedias offer insight into topics, and atlases help understand geography. Other useful reference books include style guides, grammar guides, lexicons, and collections of quotes. Different types of reference books provide different types of frequently […]
People cannot walk in a straight line without a point of reference, even blindfolded or without clear landmarks. Researchers don’t know why, but people tend to walk straighter on sunny days and more circular on cloudy days. Humans cannot drive or swim straight without visual input, and geography doesn’t affect our ability to walk straight. […]
Delusions of reference are a common symptom in schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and dementia. Patients believe that neutral comments carry personal messages directed at them, which can come from various sources. Delusions can be related to mood or considered neutral, and may focus on various themes. Bizarre delusions cannot be proven scientifically. Delusions […]
