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The author reveals a personal struggle with understanding math, feeling ‘dumb’ compared to others who found it easy. After realizing the issue was missing foundational knowledge, they decided to rebuild their math skills from scratch. The process was slow and humbling but necessary for mastering more complex concepts. The author emphasizes the importance of having […]
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The author expresses frustration with modern software, the cloud, and Big Tech, highlighting the sacrifices made for convenience and information sharing. They discuss working around these frustrations by building local-first software, replacing platforms with open protocols, self-hosting free and open-source software, and more. The article emphasizes the importance of real-time collaboration, as well as the […]
Scientists have found extremophiles thriving in microwave ovens, capable of surviving extreme conditions. Researchers discovered a surprising diversity of bacteria in microwaves, including distinct microbial communities. This study challenges the belief that microwaves kill all microorganisms, highlighting the potential pathogens in shared devices. Regular cleaning of microwaves is essential to reduce health risks, especially in […]
Unity, a game engine powerhouse, has faced internal and external challenges over the last decade. Starting as an unknown entity in 2004, Unity has transformed into a popular tool for game developers. However, the push for growth and diversification has led to a fractured product with a complex user experience. The focus on high-end capabilities […]
ChartDB is an open-source web-based database diagramming editor that allows you to visualize your database schema instantly with a single query. No account is required, and you can easily export SQL scripts. It offers an AI-powered export feature for easy migration between different databases. The interactive editing feature allows for fine-tuning of your schema. ChartDB […]
Hot Page is a game-changer for web development, allowing users to build professional websites using real HTML, CSS, and JavaScript without the hassle. Unlike other platforms, Hot Page encourages users to dive into code and unleash their creativity. With features like drag-and-drop editing, users can create unique designs from scratch. The platform is not limiting, […]
In a forthcoming paper by Shannon Bales et al., the authors address the significant design problems of SQL, despite its widespread usage in database-like systems. While many have proposed new languages as potential replacements, adoption remains a challenge. However, in GoogleSQL, they have successfully extended SQL by adding piped data flow syntax. This innovative approach […]
The author dives into comparing smolstr and smartstring for Rust programming, setting up a project with argh for arguments parsing. They showcase reading JSON data of the largest US cities, focusing on memory allocations using a custom tracing allocator. The author demonstrates handling events and peak memory usage with textplots and ByteSize libraries, leading to […]
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro might soon allow users to save images in the JPEG-XL format, offering better compression than standard JPEG. AppleInsider’s “exclusive” report shares details on the rumored camera specifications, including the JPEG-XL support. Despite the sensationalist title, the new format could revolutionize photo storage on Apple devices, potentially saving storage […]
Meet Omi, the innovative open-source AI wearables that transform the way you record and organize conversations. By connecting Omi to your mobile device, you can effortlessly access accurate transcriptions of meetings, chats, and voice memos on the go. This game-changing technology simplifies the process of capturing important information, making it easier for you to stay […]