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The content discusses how RSS and ATOM feeds lack historical data and only provide partial content. It mentions a comprehensive solution called history4feed that reconstructs a complete historical feed with full article content from the feeds. The process involves scraping websites, using the Wayback Machine, and a Python library called readability-lxml to extract text. It […]
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DOjS is a JavaScript programming environment for MS-DOS, FreeDOS, or DOS-based Windows systems, featuring an integrated editor, graphics, sound output, and various inputs. Inspired by Processing, it offers a p5js compatibility mode. DOjS runs on DOSBox, real hardware, or virtual machines, with 3Dfx/Glide support requiring specific hardware. The platform has an active community and offers […]
In 2005, Morgan Aldridge purchased an Apple Newton, hoping to find a digital organizer that wouldn’t lose data if power was lost. Remembering syncing issues with Palm Pilots, Aldridge was pleasantly surprised by the Newton’s solid-state storage, as it retained data indefinitely. The Newton community was still active, creating drivers and software for the platform […]
TLDR: There are various popular meta schemas available, such as Schema, microformats, or Open Graph. Meta schemas help embed information in documents, like articles and blog posts. Adding meta data, like publication date and author, can make content easily findable by computers. You can add meta data to the document head using HTML elements, like […]
The Galloway Hoard, the most significant collection of Viking-age objects ever discovered in Britain or Ireland, includes a silver vessel of west Asian origin, transported over 1,000 years ago. Surviving ancient textiles surround the vessel, uncovering intricate designs related to Zoroastrianism. Scientific analysis confirms the silver’s origin in Iran. The hoard, found in 2014, holds […]
The brain and body are intricately connected through the vagus nerve, the longest nerve in our body. This nerve serves as the conduit of the mind, intertwining our brain and vital organs to regulate a wide range of functions such as mood, learning, and fear. Researchers are exploring the potential of stimulating the vagus nerve […]
Procreate CEO James Cuda made a bold decision not to include generative AI in their popular iPad app, citing concerns about the technology ripping the humanity out of creative work and threatening artists’ livelihood. The announcement has received mostly positive feedback from artists grateful for the support of human creativity. While some companies like Adobe […]
Marilou Schultz created a Navajo weaving in 1994 that accurately depicted Intel’s Pentium chip, utilizing traditional materials and techniques. The rug was commissioned by Intel and is part of an art exhibition that explores the junction between abstract art and woven textiles. Schultz used plant dyes and a fine yarn to recreate the intricate design […]
The Clang Compiler Frontend by Ivan Murashko is a must-read book for C++ engineers seeking to optimize their workflow by enhancing code quality. The book covers LLVM fundamentals, Chapter 1 addresses setting up the development environment using Unix-based OS, CLI Git, and CMake with Ninja for building projects. Chapter 2 delves into Clang’s role in […]
This tutorial for working programmers delves into the fascinating world of Zero Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) using the author’s engaging voice. Exploring the concept through examples like hiding controversial messages in group chats using cryptography, the article reveals how group signatures work and introduces the innovative Zero Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) for programming sigantures. The step-by-step guide […]