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Reclaim The Records is a non-profit organization that successfully obtained and made available the BIRLS database online, including data on more than 18 million deceased American veterans who received veterans benefits. The VA initially denied their FOIA requests for privacy reasons, but after a lengthy legal battle, the data was finally released in 2022. Notably, […]
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In 2025, as a staff software engineer, I have been reevaluating my software development process, learning new programming languages, and embracing software assistants as crucial tools. While these assistants can sometimes provide misleading information, they have become an indispensable part of my workflow. After a HackerNews comment sparked my interest, I used Cursor/Windsurfer to convert […]
Large language models like ChatGPT and Claude are common now. ChatGPT was observed being utilized by a friend’s family on New Year’s Eve. The upcoming generation will rely on large language models (LLM) for quick answers as the norm. LLMs have issues like hallucination, providing wrong answers. Understanding the output of LLMs from an information […]
The author is upgrading their Chumby 8’s Linux kernel and notices high CPU usage with top. They go through various theories and experiments to troubleshoot the issue. The author eventually realizes they don’t understand how top calculates CPU usage and dives into BusyBox’s source code to grasp the process. They find that top uses procfs […]
This content tells the story of the author’s lifelong fascination with trains. From childhood Lionel locomotives to long Amtrak journeys, the author’s love for trains is palpable. Trains are more than just mode of transport; they are living history, feats of engineering, and cultural icons. The author discusses the game Railroad Tycoon II, praising it […]
The Adventures of Tintin is a beloved Belgian comic by Hergé that has entered the public domain in the US as of 2025. Tintin, a journalist, travels the world with his companions solving mysteries and cases. The comic’s timeless aesthetics and global reach make it appealing to readers of all ages. The intricate details, color […]
On the banks of the River Thames lies a hidden treasure – Thames garnets. These deep purplish-red stones are a mystery, as garnets are not native to Britain and are not mined in England. Some say they are remnants of industrial cleaning or a nautical disaster. Others speculate they are the spoils of smuggling in […]
In the world of literate programming, the emphasis should be on ordering code for readability rather than typesetting for aesthetics. The legacy of literate programming has been dominated by systems focused on generating beautifully typeset documentation but neglecting the author’s ability to order the code freely. This approach hinders the reader’s understanding by jumping across […]
The g.stand by Seoul-based industrial design firm grape lab is a lightweight laptop stand made from a single sheet of recycled paper, weighing only 45g but strong enough to support heavy laptops. Its origami structure is designed for optimal viewing and typing angles, as well as preventing overheating by allowing air flow. The stand collapses […]
David J. Agan’s “Debugging: The 9 Indispensable Rules for Finding Even the Most Elusive Software and Hardware Problems” is a classic book that provides timeless advice on fixing bugs in technology. The book focuses on nine rules for successful debugging, featuring detailed explanations and engaging war stories to bring the principles to life. The book […]