TL;DR summary of stories on the internet
At Oxide, we sell cloud computers that run on Helios, a distribution of illumos, a Unix-based OS. Recently, I encountered a segmentation fault in the Rust compiler and used powerful debugging tools provided by illumos to track it down. During a “Rust @ Oxide” meetup, my colleagues and I turned this issue into a debugging […]
Read more »
iso20022.js is an open-source node library that allows companies to easily communicate with banks using ISO20022 standards. With just three lines of code, users can send a SWIFT payment. The library simplifies the process by providing a structured format for payment instructions. Users can customize the payment details, including the amount, currency, and recipient information. […]
rqlite, a distributed relational database leveraging SQLite, is gearing up for version 9.0. The primary directive: slash disk usage in half. Currently, three culprits drive disk utilization — the Raft Log, working SQLite Database, and snapshotted SQLite Database. The upcoming version will eliminate the need for duplicating SQLite data in the Raft system, working alongside […]
The author, struggling with the impending loss of their brother to cancer, navigates the challenging process of making end-of-life arrangements for him. They reflect on their complicated relationship with their brother, finding solace in their shared love for psychedelics and cooking. The author recounts emotional moments spent with their brother, like making a final meal […]
Monarch butterflies and other pollinators are facing significant declines in population across the Midwest, including Wisconsin. Factors such as extreme weather events, droughts impacting food sources, and the rise of insecticides have been cited in contributing to these troubling trends. While the decline in monarch butterflies in Mexico’s overwintering grounds has been a cause for […]
Vim is an incredible text editor, but it’s not for everyone. While it can make you more mindful, focused, and efficient, it won’t magically solve all your problems or turn you into an IDE powerhouse. Many features and workflows you expect in an IDE are currently missing in Vim. It’s also not tailored for specific […]
age is a straightforward tool for file encryption that boasts small explicit keys, no complicated config options, and composability in a UNIX-style. The format creators @Benjojo12 and @FiloSottile offer an alternative Rust implementation called age-plugin-yubikey for hardware PIV tokens like YubiKeys. Notably, age can encrypt to SSH keys and even GitHub profiles, allowing secure file […]
The author shares a step-by-step guide on how to hack a Kindle Paperwhite 3 to create a custom display using jailbreaking, listener server, screencapture, and ImageMagick. They admit to not following LanguageBreak instructions, opting to figure it out themselves. They emphasize the importance of reaching the root shell rather than the jailbreak method used. The […]
Shifting to clean energy is crucial in combating climate change, and geothermal power has immense potential in the United States. Fervo Energy is leading the way by building the largest geothermal power development in the country in southwest Utah, with an agreement from Southern California Edison to purchase electricity once the project is operational in […]
Scott Heiferman, a former dotcom CEO, shocked many by taking a job at McDonald’s in NYC to reconnect with the real world and experience a well-oiled machine. Working there for $5.75/hour gave him newfound respect for low-wage workers. Surprisingly, he wasn’t instructed to treat customers well, despite McDonald’s marketing messages. He yearned for appreciation and […]