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In the world of computing, the letter $wp$ has faced a string of inappropriate names, with “Weierstrass p” being a prime example. The ISO-8879 standard in 1986 seems to have sparked this confusion. The Unicode coding assigned the lowercase script “p” a capital status, leading to a formal correction in Technical Note #27. Despite this […]
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The SQL style guide by Simon Holywell provides guidelines for consistent and descriptive SQL coding practices. It emphasizes using standard SQL functions for portability, avoiding redundant code, and including comments where necessary. Unique suggestions include using uniform suffixes for column names and proper indentation for query syntax. The guide is more succinct than Joe Celko’s […]
Apple’s latest iOS software includes a unique security feature that automatically reboots the iPhone after 72 hours of inactivity, making it harder for law enforcement and forensic experts to extract data. This feature, known as “inactivity reboot,” effectively locks the user’s encryption keys in the iPhone’s secure enclave chip, preventing thieves from accessing the device’s […]
In 2023, the computer world lost a pioneer with the passing of Thomas Kurtz, co-inventor of the BASIC programming language and the Dartmouth Timesharing System along with John Kemeny. BASIC was a groundbreaking language aimed at enabling undergraduates to program in the early days of academic computing. Kurtz’s work on the Dartmouth Timesharing System allowed […]
PEP 740 is a Python standard for cryptographically verifiable attestations on PyPI. Attestations are signed statements about Python packages, adding security by using short-lived keys. The site displays the top 360 PyPI packages, showing which have attestations. Green packages are verified, uncolored lack attestations, and yellow have none yet. To add attestations, use a Trusted […]
The OpenFlexure Forum is the place to go to join discussions, get help, and share knowledge about OpenFlexure devices. For developers, everything you need, including designs and source-code, can be found on our GitLab group. Our hardware includes the OpenFlexure Microscope, an open-source 3D-printed microscope with a precise mechanical stage, the OpenFlexure Delta Stage for […]
This work-in-progress book serves as an introduction to creating a client using the Matrix Client-Server API that enables decentralized communication through the Matrix protocol. It covers making HTTP calls to a Matrix homeserver and addressing issues such as reliability and security for those developing Matrix libraries or clients. The book utilizes a literate programming style, […]
Maxim Perumal and his best friend Gabriel Combe created the Relativty VR headset at the age of 15 due to financial constraints. The DIY headset, costing $200, is not a consumer product but intended for users to build themselves. The headset supports SteamVR games and offers experimental positional-scaling for movement tracking. The motherboard is affordable […]
Following a heart attack, immune cells stimulate sleep neurons promoting deep slumber, aiding recovery by reducing inflammation in the heart. Research involving mice and humans shows that adequate sleep facilitates healing after a heart attack. Sleep and cardiovascular health are interconnected, with poor sleep increasing the risk of high blood pressure. Experiments on mice revealed […]
In April, I sold TinyPilot, the hardware company I founded. Here are some practical lessons I learned: – Invested heavily in documentation to streamline transitions. – Created a thorough checklist for the business handover. – Worked with a broker I trusted, like Quiet Light. – Avoided seller financing due to potential risks. – Assumed I’d […]