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Sarunnio Posted 15 years ago
Vocabulary

Dig in

Dear All,

From the sentences below,

a) what does the words "dig in" might mean?

b) and what is the meaning of "landscape" in this context?

The best way to learn a programming language or a web framework is to dig in and write some code. After reading the first two chapters, you should have a good understanding of the Rails landscape.

Thanks in advance,
  

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"To dig in" in the context given means that the best way to get accustomed to writing code is to read thoroughly the API focumentation and write code. The more the better. " The landscape is flat area of earth, extensive expanse of scenery which could be seen from a single viewpoint.

  • "To dig in" in the context given means that the best way to get accustomed to writing code is to read thoroughly the API focumentation and write code.
  • The more the better.
  • " The landscape is flat area of earth, extensive expanse of scenery which could be seen from a single viewpoint.
  • Think of it in your example as a bigger picture, conception or idea of the whole language.
  • After having read your books, text, writing some code - whatever, you should see and understand conception of Rails language better than before.
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"To dig in" in the context given means that the best way to get accustomed to writing code is to read thoroughly the API focumentation and write code. The more the better. "To dig" means "to shovel, to remove earth, sand e.t.c..."

The landscape is flat area of earth, extensive expanse of scenery which could be seen from a single viewpoint. Think of it in your example as a bigger picture,
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Sarunnioa) what does the words "dig in" might mean?
"dig in" is a phrasal verb that means "begin with enthusiasm or eagerness"
Sarunniob) and what is the meaning of "landscape" in this context?
It means the overall look and feel of the Rails environment.

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