Hexadecimal color code is a 6-digit code used to represent colors on the web, because apparently writing "red" or "blue" wasn't nerdy enough. It's made up of numbers 0-9 and letters A-F, which is called "base 16" and is beloved by programmers who enjoy making things more complicated than they need to be.

How to use it in a sentence

• I was up all night trying to find the perfect hexadecimal color code for the "Buy Now" button - because everyone knows the right shade of green is the key to a successful e-commerce site, not things like product quality or customer service.

• My project manager asked me to change the background color to a hexadecimal color code he saw on the Meta website, because apparently we're taking design cues from a company known for its privacy scandals and spreading misinformation now.

If you actually want to learn more...

• Light Wavelength to RGB Converter: If you're curious about the relationship between light wavelengths and RGB color codes, check out this handy tool that converts nanometer values to their corresponding hexadecimal color codes. It's like a mood ring for developers. https://www.johndcook.com/wavelength_to_RGB.html

• Numeric Values of Unicode Characters: For a thrilling read about the numeric values assigned to Unicode characters, dive into this comprehensive list. It's got everything from fractions to large numbers, perfect for when you need to procrastinate on that deadline. https://www.johndcook.com/unicode_numbers.html

• Unicode Characters as Emoji or Text: If you've ever wondered about the duality of Unicode characters and how they can be displayed as text or emoji, this resource is for you. It's like the Schrödinger's cat of character encoding. https://www.johndcook.com/emoji.html

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