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The rapid adoption of Low-Code Development Platforms (LCDPs) has created a critical need for systematic evaluation methodologies that enable organizations to make informed platform selection decisions. This paper presents a comprehensive…
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As urbanization and climate change progress, urban heat becomes a priority for climate adaptation efforts. High temperatures concentrated in urban heat can drive increased risk of heat-related death and illness as well as increased energy…
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