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Litdb can be used directly without the need for a driver with your favorite ORM, making it incredibly versatile. It also offers lightweight drivers for popular databases like Bun SQLite, Node better-sqlite, PostgreSQL, and MySQL, each with its own set of documentation. These drivers provide a unified interface for executing custom parameterized SQL, SQL Builders, […]
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Pat Gelsinger’s departure from Intel was more of a firing than a retirement, highlighting the frustrations the board likely had with him. He had a brief tenure, but his technical competence was unparalleled compared to previous CEOs. The board, composed of members with minimal semiconductor experience, is at fault for the company’s current state. Potential […]
Wood has made a comeback in construction, with mass timber being a popular alternative to concrete. The expanded main terminal at Portland Airport showcases the innovative use of glulam Douglas Fir in a massive canopy, highlighting the region’s local ecology and cultural traditions. Sourced from sustainable local providers, this project significantly reduces the new building’s […]
Researchers at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus have ambitious plans to cure blindness through full eye transplantation using federal funds of $46 million over five years. Dr. Kia Washington is leading the University of Colorado team in pursuit of this groundbreaking goal, necessitating novel stem cell and bioelectronic technologies. Collaboration with other institutions is key, […]
Humanloop offers LLM evals platform for enterprises to develop and scale AI products effectively. Unlike traditional code-centric tools, Humanloop provides a solution that combines code, data, and subjective prompts for iterative development guided by domain expertise. Their platform allows teams to collaborate, track edits, use any AI model, and automatically evaluate with human review. The […]
The N-SPHERES 3.5” floppy disk includes instructions, artworks, code snippets, audio & video files, and realtime executable files. The limited edition is sold out, but restocking will resume on December 18th. The EP features 5 tracks with a playtime of around 30 minutes and uses unique parametric functions to create synesthetic geometries. The limited edition […]
Waymo One is bringing its autonomous driving technology to Miami in early 2025, offering all-electric Jaguar I-PACEs for safer and more accessible mobility. Partnering with Moove, Waymo aims to provide ride-hailing services via the Waymo One app to Miami residents and tourists starting in 2026. This strategic collaboration in Phoenix and eventually Miami will enhance […]
It’s been a tough day for the video game industry, with major layoffs hitting companies like Ubisoft, Torn Banner, and Sweet Bandits. Ubisoft’s decision to end development of XDefiant has led to over 270 people losing their jobs, while Sweet Bandits has closed down entirely. Torn Banner is also undergoing layoffs following the release of […]
The court’s decision regarding the search of a suspect’s iPhone and iPad raises questions about whether manipulating a phone to make it accessible for search purposes constitutes a search under the Fourth Amendment. The case involved allegations of possession of child sexual abuse material, making it less likely for the public to sympathize with the […]
Diátaxis is a systematic approach to technical documentation authoring that focuses on understanding the needs of documentation users. It identifies four distinct needs and corresponding forms of documentation – tutorials, how-to guides, technical reference, and explanation. By organizing documentation around these needs, Diátaxis solves content, style, and architecture problems without imposing constraints. It is lightweight, […]