Merge branch 'main' into patch-1

IgnisRBX · web-flow · commit 18aa8a76d7d5 · 2025-01-08T07:11:45.000-10:00
diff --git a/content/en-us/cloud-services/memory-stores/hash-map.md b/content/en-us/cloud-services/memory-stores/hash-map.md
@@ -54,6 +54,8 @@ After you get a hash map, call any of the following functions to read or write d
 </tbody>
 </table>
 
+For in-depth documentation about each function, see `Class.MemoryStoreHashMap`.
+
 <Alert severity="warning">
 All functions accessing data structures in memory stores are asynchronous network calls that might occasionally fail. You should wrap these calls in `Global.LuaGlobals.pcall()` to catch and handle errors, as shown in the code samples.
 </Alert>
diff --git a/content/en-us/creator-programs/rdc.md b/content/en-us/creator-programs/rdc.md
@@ -1,9 +1,9 @@
 ---
 title: Roblox Developers Conference
-description: RDC is an invite-only, hybrid (in-person and online) event that brings together Roblox developers, brands, and creators from around the world.
+description: RDC is an invite-only, hybrid (in-person and online) event that brings together Roblox developers, brands, and creators worldwide.
 ---
 
-RDC is an invite-only, hybrid (in-person and online) event that brings together Roblox developers, brands, and creators from around the world. There will be networking opportunities, in-depth breakout sessions, product demonstrations, and office hours—all designed to empower your success and showcase the future of Roblox.
+RDC is an invite-only, hybrid (in-person and online) event that brings together Roblox developers, brands, and creators worldwide. There will be networking opportunities, in-depth breakout sessions, product demonstrations, and office hours—all designed to empower your success and showcase the future of Roblox.
 
 <figure>
 <Chip
@@ -13,6 +13,6 @@ RDC is an invite-only, hybrid (in-person and online) event that brings together
     variant="filled"/>
 </figure><br />
 
-Creators will receive invites to the annual Roblox Developer Conference. These invites can be to come in person or to watch virtually. Keep an eye on the DevForum for updates regarding the conference each year. We announce "Save the Date" and when registration opens.
+Creators will receive invites to the annual Roblox Developer Conference. These invites can be for in-person attendance or for virtual viewing. Keep an eye on the DevForum for updates regarding the conference each year. We announce "Save the Date" and when registration opens.
 
-For some examples of Roblox Developer Conference keynotes, talks, and Q&A sessions, see the [RDC 2023 YouTube playlist](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuEQ5BB-Z1PK3EcpypEHHMlc2lknQCJyP).
+For some examples of Roblox Developer Conference keynotes, talks, and Q&A sessions, see the [RDC 2024 YouTube playlist](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuEQ5BB-Z1PJi8RJ7Kuc0JhcT0ubgaL43).
diff --git a/content/en-us/education/battle-royale-series/cleanup-and-reset.md b/content/en-us/education/battle-royale-series/cleanup-and-reset.md
@@ -483,7 +483,7 @@ local function startTimer()
 
 	while myTimer:isRunning() do
 		-- Adding +1 makes sure the timer display ends at 1 instead of 0.
-		timeLeft.Value = (math.floor(myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1))
+		timeLeft.Value = (myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1) // 1
 		-- By not setting the time for wait, it offers more accurate looping
 		task.wait()
 	end
diff --git a/content/en-us/education/battle-royale-series/creating-a-gui.md b/content/en-us/education/battle-royale-series/creating-a-gui.md
@@ -362,7 +362,7 @@ Remember that module scripts are used to centralize similar code. Since the time
    ```lua
    while myTimer:isRunning() do
    	-- Adding +1 makes sure the timer display ends at 1 instead of 0.
-   	timeLeft.Value = (math.floor(myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1))
+   	timeLeft.Value = (myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1) // 1
    	-- By not setting the time for wait, it offers more accurate looping
    	task.wait()
    end
@@ -378,7 +378,7 @@ Remember that module scripts are used to centralize similar code. Since the time
 
    	while myTimer:isRunning() do
    		-- Adding +1 makes sure the timer display ends at 1 instead of 0.
-   		timeLeft.Value = (math.floor(myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1))
+   		timeLeft.Value = (myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1) // 1
    		-- By not setting the time for wait, it offers more accurate looping
    		task.wait()
    	end
@@ -492,7 +492,7 @@ local function startTimer()
 
 	while myTimer:isRunning() do
 		-- Adding +1 makes sure the timer display ends at 1 instead of 0.
-		timeLeft.Value = (math.floor(myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1))
+		timeLeft.Value = (myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1) // 1
 		-- By not setting the time for wait, it offers more accurate looping
 		task.wait()
 	end
diff --git a/content/en-us/education/battle-royale-series/ending-matches.md b/content/en-us/education/battle-royale-series/ending-matches.md
@@ -562,7 +562,7 @@ local function startTimer()
 
 	while myTimer:isRunning() do
 		-- Adding +1 makes sure the timer display ends at 1 instead of 0.
-		timeLeft.Value = (math.floor(myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1))
+		timeLeft.Value = (myTimer:getTimeLeft() + 1) // 1
 		-- By not setting the time for wait, it offers more accurate looping
 		task.wait()
 	end
diff --git a/content/en-us/education/build-it-play-it-island-of-move/sharing-animations.md b/content/en-us/education/build-it-play-it-island-of-move/sharing-animations.md
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ Share animations with friends and fellow developers by exporting and importing t
 
 <Alert severity="info">
 <AlertTitle>Rules in Sharing Animations</AlertTitle>
-When sharing animations, keep in mind that an Asset ID can only used between the group or individual that owns the animation.
+When sharing animations, keep in mind that an asset ID can only be used between the group or individual that owns the animation.
 </Alert>
 
 **Exporting Animations**
diff --git a/content/en-us/luau/metatables.md b/content/en-us/luau/metatables.md
@@ -294,7 +294,7 @@ For this one we will be using the `__index` metamethod just to make it simple:
 ```lua
 local function mathProblem(num)
     for i = 1, 20 do
-    	num = math.floor(num * 10 + 65)
+    	num = (num * 10 + 65) // 1
     end
     for i = 1, 10 do
     	num += i - 1
diff --git a/content/en-us/production/monetization/developer-products.md b/content/en-us/production/monetization/developer-products.md
@@ -113,7 +113,9 @@ You can also combine functions inside a `Class.LocalScript|LocalScript`. For exa
 
 ```lua
 local MarketplaceService = game:GetService("MarketplaceService")
-local player = game.Players.LocalPlayer
+local Players = game:GetService("Players")
+
+local player = Players.LocalPlayer
 local button = script.Parent
 
 -- Replace the placeholder ID with your developer product ID
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Backpack.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Backpack.yaml
@@ -29,11 +29,13 @@ description: |
   The Backpack can be accessed from both the client and the server.
 
   ```lua
+  local Players = game:GetService("Players")
+  
   -- Accessing Backpack from a Server Script:
-  game.Players.PlayerName.Backpack
+  local backpack = Players.PlayerName.Backpack
 
   -- Accessing Backpack from a LocalScript:
-  game.Players.LocalPlayer.Backpack
+  local backpack = Players.LocalPlayer.Backpack
   ```
 code_samples:
   - Backpack-Give-Tool
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/CollectionService.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/CollectionService.yaml
@@ -51,10 +51,16 @@ methods:
       signal created by `Class.CollectionService:GetInstanceAddedSignal()` with
       the given tag.
 
-      **Warning:** When tagging an instance, it is common that some resources
-      are used to give the tag its functionality, e.g. event connections or
-      tables. To prevent memory leaks, it is a good idea to clean these up
-      (disconnect, set to nil, etc) when no longer needed for a tag. Do this
+      ##### Warnings
+      
+      - An instance's tags that were added client-side will be dropped if the server
+      later adds or removes a tag on that instance because the server replicates all
+      tags together and overwrites previous tags.
+
+      - When tagging an instance, it is common that some resources
+      are used to give the tag its functionality, for example event connections or
+      tables. To prevent memory leaks, it's a good idea to clean these up
+      (disconnect, set to `nil`, etc.) when no longer needed for a tag. Do this
       when calling `Class.CollectionService:RemoveTag()`, calling
       `Class.Instance:Destroy()` or in a function connected to a signal returned
       by `Class.CollectionService:GetInstanceRemovedSignal()`.
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/GuiObject.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/GuiObject.yaml
@@ -1417,11 +1417,14 @@ events:
       of the user's mouse relative to a GUI element:
 
       ```lua
+      local Players = game:GetService("Players")
+      
       local CustomScrollingFrame = script.Parent
       local SubFrame = CustomScrollingFrame:FindFirstChild("SubFrame")
 
-      local mouse = game.Players.LocalPlayer:GetMouse()
-      function getPosition(X, Y)
+      local mouse = Players.LocalPlayer:GetMouse()
+      
+      local function getPosition(X, Y)
       	local gui_X = CustomScrollingFrame.AbsolutePosition.X
       	local gui_Y = CustomScrollingFrame.AbsolutePosition.Y
 
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Instance.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Instance.yaml
@@ -321,7 +321,13 @@ methods:
       already applied. Successfully adding a tag will fire a signal created by
       `Class.CollectionService:GetInstanceAddedSignal()` with the given tag.
 
-      Note that when tagging an instance, it's common that some resources are
+      ##### Warnings
+      
+      - An instance's tags that were added client-side will be dropped if the server
+      later adds or removes a tag on that instance because the server replicates
+      all tags together and overwrites previous tags.
+
+      - When tagging an instance, it is common that some resources are
       used to give the tag its functionality, for example event connections or
       tables. To prevent memory leaks, it's a good idea to clean these up
       (disconnect, set to `nil`, etc.) when no longer needed for a tag. Do this
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Object.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Object.yaml
@@ -155,6 +155,8 @@ methods:
       `Datatype.BrickColor` property:
 
       ```lua
+      local Players = game:GetService("Players")
+      
       local function paintFigure(character, color)
       	-- Iterate over the child objects of the character
       	for _, child in character:GetChildren() do
@@ -165,7 +167,7 @@ methods:
       		end
       	end
       end
-      paintFigure(game.Players.Player.Character, BrickColor.new("Bright blue"))
+      paintFigure(Players.Player.Character, BrickColor.new("Bright blue"))
       ```
 
       Since all classes inherit from `Class.Object`, calling
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Tool.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Tool.yaml
@@ -391,9 +391,11 @@ events:
       player clicks while the created tool is equipped.
 
       ```lua
+      local Players = game:GetService("Players")
+      
       local tool = Instance.new("Tool")
       tool.RequiresHandle = false
-      tool.Parent = game.Players.LocalPlayer.Backpack
+      tool.Parent = Players.LocalPlayer.Backpack
 
       function onActivation()
       	print("Tool activated")
@@ -423,9 +425,11 @@ events:
       player releases their click while the tool is equipped and activated.
 
       ```lua
+      local Players = game:GetService("Players")
+      
       local tool = Instance.new("Tool")
       tool.RequiresHandle = false
-      tool.Parent = game.Players.LocalPlayer.Backpack
+      tool.Parent = Players.LocalPlayer.Backpack
 
       function toolDeactivated()
       	print("Tool deactivated")
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Translator.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/classes/Translator.yaml
@@ -209,10 +209,11 @@ methods:
       text as the second argument:
 
       ```lua
+      local Players = game:GetService("Players")
       local LocalizationService = game:GetService("LocalizationService")
 
       local success, translator = pcall(function()
-      	return LocalizationService:GetTranslatorForPlayerAsync(game.Players.LocalPlayer)
+      	return LocalizationService:GetTranslatorForPlayerAsync(Players.LocalPlayer)
       end)
 
       if success then
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/datatypes/Instance.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/datatypes/Instance.yaml
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@ constructors:
         summary: |
           Class name of the new instance to create.
       - name: parent
-        type: Instance
+        type: Instance?
         default:
         summary: |
           Optional object to parent the new instance to. Not recommended for performance reasons (see description above).
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/globals/LuaGlobals.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/globals/LuaGlobals.yaml
@@ -95,7 +95,7 @@ functions:
       position information to the message.
     parameters:
       - name: message
-        type: string
+        type: Variant
         default:
         summary: |
           The error message to display.
diff --git a/content/en-us/reference/engine/libraries/bit32.yaml b/content/en-us/reference/engine/libraries/bit32.yaml
@@ -451,7 +451,7 @@ functions:
       For positive displacements, the following equality holds:
 
       ```lua
-      assert(bit32.rshift(b, disp) == math.floor(b % 2^32 / 2^disp))
+      assert(bit32.rshift(b, disp) == (b % 2^32 / 2^disp) // 1)
       ```
 
       This shift operation is what is called logical shift.
diff --git a/content/en-us/sound/objects.md b/content/en-us/sound/objects.md
@@ -234,11 +234,7 @@ sound:Play()
 -- Start checking if emitter should be enabled
 RunService.Heartbeat:Connect(function()
 	-- Enable the emitter within a time range of the audio; otherwise disable it
-	if sound.TimePosition >= 5 and sound.TimePosition < 20 then
-		emitter.Enabled = true
-	else
-		emitter.Enabled = false
-	end
+	emitter.Enabled = sound.TimePosition >= 5 and sound.TimePosition < 20
 end)
 ```
 
diff --git a/content/en-us/tutorials/fundamentals/coding-5/intro-to-arrays.md b/content/en-us/tutorials/fundamentals/coding-5/intro-to-arrays.md
@@ -202,11 +202,7 @@ Use the array size to check when it's time to cycle back to the first piece of d
       local dialogue = dialogueArray[dialogueIndex]
       Chat:Chat(head, dialogue)
 
-      if dialogueIndex == #dialogueArray then
-        dialogueIndex = 1
-      else
-        dialogueIndex += 1
-      end
+      dialogueIndex = if dialogueIndex == #dialogueArray then 1 else dialogueIndex + 1
     end
    ```
 
@@ -239,12 +235,7 @@ This script used an array to create a list of possible dialogue lines for a Non-
       local dialogue = dialogueArray[dialogueIndex]
       Chat:Chat(head, dialogue)
 
-      if dialogueIndex == #dialogueArray then
-         dialogueIndex = 1
-
-      else
-         dialogueIndex += 1
-      end
+      dialogueIndex = if dialogueIndex == #dialogueArray then 1 else dialogueIndex + 1
    end
 
    prompt.Triggered:Connect(speak)
diff --git a/content/en-us/tutorials/use-case-tutorials/lighting/creating-flickering-lights.md b/content/en-us/tutorials/use-case-tutorials/lighting/creating-flickering-lights.md
@@ -147,7 +147,7 @@ end
 RunService.Heartbeat:Connect(function()
 	-- Solves for the NumberSequence's time (between 0 and 1).
 	local t = time() / loopDuration
-	local numberSequenceTime = t - math.floor(t)
+	local numberSequenceTime = t - (t // 1)
 
 	-- Gets the NumberSequence's value at this time.
 	local brightnessValue = evaluateNumberSequence(brightnessCurve, numberSequenceTime)
diff --git a/content/en-us/ui/3D-drag-detectors.md b/content/en-us/ui/3D-drag-detectors.md
@@ -398,14 +398,14 @@ local function snapToWorldGrid(proposedMotion)
 	if startPartPosition == nil then
 		return proposedMotion
 	end
-	local snapIncrement = math.floor(SNAP_INCREMENT)
+	local snapIncrement = SNAP_INCREMENT // 1
 	if snapIncrement < 1 then
 		return proposedMotion
 	end
 	local newWorldPosition = startPartPosition + proposedMotion.Position
-	local roundedX = math.floor(newWorldPosition.X / snapIncrement + 0.5) * snapIncrement
-	local roundedY = math.floor(newWorldPosition.Y / snapIncrement + 0.5) * snapIncrement
-	local roundedZ = math.floor(newWorldPosition.Z / snapIncrement + 0.5) * snapIncrement
+	local roundedX = ((newWorldPosition.X / snapIncrement + 0.5) // 1) * snapIncrement
+	local roundedY = ((newWorldPosition.Y / snapIncrement + 0.5) // 1) * snapIncrement
+	local roundedZ = ((newWorldPosition.Z / snapIncrement + 0.5) // 1) * snapIncrement
 	local newRoundedWorldPosition = Vector3.new(roundedX, roundedY, roundedZ)
 	return proposedMotion.Rotation + (newRoundedWorldPosition - startPartPosition)
 end
diff --git a/tools/checks/utils/allowedHttpLinks.txt b/tools/checks/utils/allowedHttpLinks.txt
@@ -592,3 +592,4 @@ https://github.com/evaera/roblox-animation-transfer?tab=readme-ov-file
 https://github.com/evaera/roblox-animation-transfer
 https://support.tipalti.com/Content/Topics/UserGuide/PaymentInformation/PaymentMethodsCoverage/IntroUSD.htm?Highlight=payment%20coverage#USD
 https://github.com/Roblox/creator-docs/tree/main/content/en-us/reference/cloud
+https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuEQ5BB-Z1PK3EcpypEHHMlc2lknQCJyP
