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Discord is not recommended as the Q&A forum for your failed side-project. The platform can be chaotic and important messages often get lost in the constant stream of messages. Searching for past discussions or solutions is a frustrating experience as Discord’s search function is inadequate. The process of finding and joining a Discord server for […]
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In the book “Newton and the Counterfeiter,” the lesser known phase of Isaac Newton’s career as Warden of the Mint is explored. This phase of his life includes his efforts to bring criminals to justice and is full of aspects that resemble a modern crime thriller. Newton’s job was initially meant to be a sinecure, […]
The macOS 14 Sonoma betas and release candidate have a bug in the firewall that is causing issues for our app. Apple introduced this bug during the beta period and it prevents our app from working properly. It can also result in leaks when certain settings are enabled. We have reported the bug to Apple, […]
Researchers in Finland are developing new thermionic coolers that could significantly reduce the size and power consumption of quantum computer refrigerators. Quantum computers require temperatures close to absolute zero to operate, and currently rely on large and complex dilution refrigerators. The new coolers, based on thermionic devices, use electronic methods of refrigeration and control phonon […]
The web is due for a major upgrade, and local-first development is emerging as a paradigm shift that could revolutionize rich client apps. Local-first involves shifting reads and writes to an embedded database in each client, facilitated by sync engines that enable data exchange between clients and servers. This approach simplifies state management, supports real-time […]
This web content provides a guide to help startups overcome the chicken-and-egg problem they face with growth. It discusses the importance of running experiments to gain volume and offers techniques to increase experimental power. The guide includes a flowchart to assist companies in determining achievable goals based on available traffic. It suggests combining ideas with […]
Long ago, before the internet, music enthusiasts had to rely on analog methods to acquire rare and unreleased recordings. However, with the advent of the internet, music lovers could connect with others and discover a vast array of unknown treasures. The culture of music swapping evolved over time with the rise of digital platforms like […]
Sweden is shifting back to traditional forms of learning, such as printed books and handwriting practice, in response to concerns that the country’s digitalized approach to education has led to a decline in basic skills. The Minister for Schools, Lotta Edholm, is critical of the all-out embrace of technology and believes that students need more […]
YC’s Demo Day showcased a record-breaking 139 startups in AI and ML. The industries represented spanned over two dozen verticals, with the top four categories being AI Ops, Developer Tools, Healthcare + Biotech, and Finance + Payments. Surprisingly, healthcare and finance followed closely behind the expected focus on technical founders and software developer workflow. Another […]
Samsung has unveiled a new monobloc heat pump for residential use that claims to provide hot water of up to 75°C when the outdoor temperature ranges between -10°C and 35°C. The heat pump utilizes propane as the refrigerant and has a nominal power of 14 kW with a coefficient of performance of 5.0. It features […]