Character Encodings Hate Us All

Explore the complexities of character encodings in this code::dive 2018 conference talk by Daniel Kozar. Delve into common issues faced when dealing with different character sets, from unreadable files to garbled email messages. Gain insights into the often-overlooked world of character encoding and its impact on various programming environments. Learn about Unicode, its purpose, and limitations. Discover practical solutions for encoding problems in Python 2 and 3, Perl, C++, and Java through real-world case studies. Understand the pitfalls and design mistakes in different programming languages and environments. Examine legacy encodings, Unicode encoding, and the challenges they present. Acquire valuable knowledge to navigate the complexities of character encodings and improve your coding practices.

Introduction
Agenda
Perl
Echo
Freenode
Character encodings
Strings
Polish
Russian
Unicode
What is Unicode
What is not Unicode
Programming
Running the code
Fixing the problem
Python 3 options
Perl options
Java
Misrepresentation
Legacy Encodings
Unicode Encoding
Encoding Issues
What Have We Gained