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Three years ago, the author proposed the idea of using the type system to track data before a pure call, eliminating memory safety overhead. Another idea that came up later was using generational indices as the foundation for a new language. These ideas have evolved into a region-based borrowing system and generational references, which together […]
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In this web content, written in the author’s voice, Max Alper reflects on a conversation he had with a student named Billy who was considering giving up on music due to struggles with mental health and the challenges of making a living as a musician in Brooklyn. Alper discusses three types of professional musicians he […]
This paper discusses the recent developments in automata and non-numerical computation. It mentions the use of learning programs and the limitations of current machines in teaching them new things. The author believes that a “generalized” learning program is needed to enable operators to teach machines anything they choose. The paper also compares the brain with […]
Inngest, the developer platform for building workflows and background jobs with zero infrastructure, has raised $3M in new funding. This funding round was led by Glenn Solomon of GGV Capital, Guillermo Rauch of Vercel, and Github founder Tom Preston-Werner. The platform aims to solve the frustrating and time-consuming process of developing and testing background jobs […]
BeagleV-Ahead is an open-source RISC-V Single Board Computer (SBC) that is designed to enable the future of open source technology. It takes the form factor of the BeagleBone Black and has compatible P8 and P9 cape header pins, allowing users to expand its capabilities by adding their favorite BeagleBone cape on top. The BeagleV-Ahead features […]
Asking why we need to learn calculus is a common question, especially for teenagers who don’t see its relevance outside of specific career paths. The usual answers of getting into college or landing a good job don’t really satisfy the curiosity. As someone who was once a student questioning the purpose of learning difficult subjects, […]
English is a high-level programming language optimized for concurrent communications. It has been used successfully in various scenarios, including data storage, arts, and text-based adventures. English is used on over 1.4 billion devices and powers millions of books. The language follows principles such as portability, extensibility, and multi-paradigm support. It is resilient, allowing execution on […]
In 1943, the Allies came up with a clever plan to deceive the Germans during World War II. Called Operation Mincemeat, this plan involved using a dead body and a fake identity to mislead the enemy about the Allies’ true intentions. The corpse of Glyndwr Michael, a drifter who had died from rat poison, was […]
Intel has made the surprising announcement that it will no longer be investing in its Next Unit of Compute (NUC) business. This decision comes after Intel’s previous exit from the server business. Intel NUCs have become popular due to their small size and Intel’s support. However, there has been a gap in support compared to […]
Dr. Gwynne Dyer, a renowned journalist and writer, discusses the intersection between climate change and politics in a speech given at the University of British Columbia in 2010. He reveals that the Pentagon, even under the Bush administration, was quietly interested in climate change and its potential impacts. Dyer explains that the public debate is […]