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The author expresses a deep appreciation for makefiles, despite their old-fashioned reputation. They find comfort in the consistency of makefiles across projects and embrace the simplicity and ease of use they provide. Makefiles help the author easily manage various projects, even those utilizing different technologies. They emphasize the convenience of having a familiar set of […]
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Summary: Visualizing weather forecasts through landscape imagery offers a more natural and relaxing way to understand weather conditions without relying on overwhelming numerical data. The landscape image depicts a 24-hour timeline starting from the current moment, with various landscape elements symbolizing weather events and conditions. The image generation code is written in Python using data […]
Spann3R, a 3D reconstruction system developed by University College London, utilizes a transformer-based architecture to create dense 3D models from images without prior scene or camera information. Unlike previous methods, Spann3R implements an external spatial memory to track relevant 3D data and predict the next frame’s structure in a global coordinate system. By leveraging pre-trained […]
In specific contexts, AI models require background knowledge. Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) enhances the AI model’s knowledge by retrieving information from a knowledge base and appending it to the user’s prompt, improving the model’s response. “Traditional RAG solutions often fail to retrieve relevant information due to removed context.” In response, a new method called Contextual Retrieval […]
hipp v0.5819, an experimental command line file compressor by Bogatov Roman, uses context mixing with sparse contexts for binary data. Unfortunately, enwik9 cannot be compressed due to high memory requirements. ppmz2 v0.81, another compression tool by Charles Bloom, focuses on PPM and has various options. XMill 0.8, an AT&T project, preprocesses XML files for compression. […]
To use openpilot in a car, you need a supported comma 3/3X device, software available at openpilot.comma.ai, a compatible car, and a car harness for installation. It’s possible to run openpilot on other hardware, although it requires more effort. The openpilot community welcomes contributions and offers bounties for external developers. The software follows strict safety […]
The author documents their journey in building a CNC microscope using off-the-shelf parts to image large objects like leaves and CD-ROMs with microscopic detail. Initially using plasticine to secure the microscope, they switch to neoprene tape for better stability. They highlight experimenting with magnifications, image sharpness, creating a Python script for image capture, measuring mean […]
A team of researchers has developed a novel approach called SCoRe to improve the self-correction capability of large language models (LLMs) without the need for multiple models or external supervision. Existing methods for training self-correction have been ineffective in modern LLMs. SCoRe utilizes online reinforcement learning to train the model using self-generated data, addressing challenges […]
Relational algebra may feel like more of an invention than a discovery, but it proves to be a valuable tool in the world of databases, tables, and spreadsheets. The author explores building “better spreadsheets” by using derived tables that function like database views, incorporating time-indexed paradigms inspired by functional reactive programming. They find that notation […]
MemoRAG is a groundbreaking RAG framework that enhances evidence retrieval by leveraging a memory model to achieve a global understanding of massive databases. It efficiently handles up to 1 million tokens in a single context with features like contextual clues and efficient caching. The project aims to achieve light-weight optimization and enhance memory capabilities for […]