Posts tagged with "ieee-754"

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Unmasking the Mystery of NaN: Why Python's `==` Operator Returns `False` for Identical Values

May 17, 2025

This post delves into the intricacies of Python's `==` operator and its behavior with NaN values, providing insights into the reasoning behind this design choice and best practices for handling NaN in Python. By understanding how NaN interacts with comparison operators, developers can avoid common pitfalls and write more robust code.

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Uncovering the Mystery of NaN Equality in NumPy: Why `==` Returns True

May 11, 2025

This post delves into the nuances of NumPy's `==` operator and its behavior with NaN values, providing a comprehensive understanding of the syntax quirks and common mistakes to avoid. By exploring the IEEE 754 floating-point standard and NumPy's implementation, developers can better navigate the complexities of NaN comparisons.

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