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Nov
In the vast and intricate web of modern development, URLs (Uniform Resource Locators) aren't just simple web addresses—they're like the postal addresses of the internet, guiding data to its destination. But URLs can't just be a jumble of any characters. They follow strict rules to ensure that nothing goes awry. When certain characters get in the way, that's where URL encoding steps in as our unsung hero. Today, we're pulling back the curtain on common encoded symbols like %3A, %2F, and %23, and exploring why they're crucial for smooth, secure, and functional URLs. What is URL Encoding? Imagine you're trying…