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In this content, the author discusses the importance of optimizing long tasks when processing large arrays in web development to ensure an unresponsive user experience is avoided. The author highlights that synchronous processing can lead to delays and frustration for users, emphasizing the need for asynchronous approaches, such as utilizing the yield function. A key […]
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In the journey of Val Town’s code generation journey, various tools have been explored such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and Claude Artifacts. The development has been a series of fast-follows, with successful and unsuccessful attempts. The introduction of Codeium completions in April 2024 has been quite successful, solving the accuracy and performance issues. Additionally, the […]
SpaceSim is a new graphical application utilizing the OpenSPH solver, offering a more interactive and intuitive user interface for scientific simulations. While still in development, users can contribute feedback or ideas on the Discord server. The program allows customization of initial conditions and simulation steps through a node-based editor. Surprising simulations include the impact into […]
In 2024, AI saw significant advancements in text and image generation, with various labs challenging OpenAI’s dominance. Large Language Models (LLMs) remain a major focus, with new scaling paradigms and architectures like Dense Transformers gaining traction. Mixture-of-Experts models have resurfaced, showing promise but posing challenges in deployment. Tokenization methods are evolving, with Byte Latent Transformers […]
In the realm of lead generation, cold calls have been a focal point lately, showcasing their impact over cold emails. Despite facing challenges, cold outbound efforts continue to show positive results, with success stories emphasizing the significance of personalized communication. While some may prefer LinkedIn for outreach, others lean towards traditional methods like phone calls. […]
Byron Kominek’s farm in Longmont, Colorado is home to Jack’s Solar Garden, an innovative site for agrivoltaic research. With 3,276 solar panels covering just four acres, Kominek’s farm generates enough electricity to power around 300 homes. This unique approach to solar energy involves raising solar panels eight feet off the ground, allowing for crops, grazing […]
The author covers the implementation of a pseudo random number generator using the XORSHIFT32 algorithm in this edition of Devlog 0x1. They also explain magic bitboards, an optimization technique in chess engines for calculating piece movement possibilities quickly. Magic numbers, pre-computed lookup tables, and bitwise operations are used to create unique indices. The author uses […]
The article discusses the F-Droid Fake Signer Proof of Concept (PoC) for bypassing certificate pinning in fdroidserver. The author highlights discrepancies in how Android APK Signature Scheme v2/v3 handles certificates compared to F-Droid’s code, causing potential security hazards. The PoC demonstrates how fdroidserver can be manipulated to see a “fake” certificate instead of the legitimate […]
The content explores the implementation and optimization of B-Tree data structures in database storage engines, focusing on how B-Trees address the challenges of disk IO and memory constraints. The article highlights the benefits of B-Trees in reducing disk accesses and maximizing key comparisons per seek. It discusses clever optimizations such as key truncation, overflow pages, […]
In the year 1992, before the era of GPUs, the game Comanche utilized the innovative Voxel Space engine, creating detailed graphics ahead of its time. The engine employs simple height and color maps for terrain representation, eliminating the need for complex geometries. The rendering algorithm, while basic, efficiently draws vertical lines for a 3D effect. […]