Regular Expressions Without Flags: The Dark Art of Pattern Matching

Warning: What you are about to read may seem like an oxymoron. Regular expressions are often used with flags, but what happens when you take the flag out?

Why Bother?

In a world where regex has become so ubiquitous, it's easy to forget that some of us still live in a flag-free existence. But don't worry, we're not savages. We still use regex, but without the crutch of flags to guide us.

Examples of Flagless Regex

Why Not Use Flags?

Flags are like crutches, they make life easier, but they also stifle creativity. By not using flags, you force yourself to think differently, to find novel solutions to problems.

Join the Flagless Revolution!

Don't be a slave to flags, join us in the flagless revolution! More Info