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The content emphasizes the distinction between a random variable and its distribution. While a random variable measures a quantity depending on an outcome, its distribution reveals the long-term pattern of values over many repetitions. Changing the probability measure or the function defining the random variable can alter its distribution. Surprisingly, two random variables can have […]
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The rarest book in American literature, Edgar Allan Poe’s debut Tamerlane and Other Poems, known as the Black Tulip, is coming to auction. Only twelve copies survive from its 1827 publication. Printed by novice Calvin Thomas, this hidden gem marked the start of Poe’s revolutionary career. The small volume, originally overlooked and poorly reviewed, now […]
Triplit is an open-source full stack database that synchronizes data between servers and browsers in real-time. It offers features like real-time sync with conflict resolution, local caching, server-side storage, pluggable storage providers, offline mode, relational querying, authorization, collaboration capabilities, and more. Triplit is fully open-source and offers various projects like TriplitDB, Client, CLI, React and […]
The author expresses disappointment with Apple’s changes to QuickLook after upgrading to Ventura from Mojave. QuickLook, a beloved feature, now rounds off the corners of images before displaying them, regardless of the content type. The hunt for a way to disable this new feature begins, leading to diving into the QuickLook API and debugging Finder […]
The author discusses flipdiscs, an intriguing display technology utilizing electromagnetic pulses to flip discs between colors, with high readability and a soothing rain-like sound effect. They chose flipdiscs for their large interactive wall art, seeking an alternative to traditional screens. The article details building a flipdisc board with partner, highlighting the delicate nature of the […]
Introducing Glasskube, the next generation Package Manager for Kubernetes that aims to simplify and speed up package management in the Kubernetes ecosystem. Developed by a team with over five years of experience in Kubernetes, Glasskube makes deploying, updating, and configuring packages 20 times faster than existing tools like Helm or Kustomize. With a focus on […]
The author believes that tech hiring should only involve one technical and one non-technical interview lasting no more than an hour each. Longer interview processes are seen as unnecessary and counterproductive. The streamlined process encourages interviewers to ask more precise questions and attracts senior applicants who are put off by lengthy processes. The author acknowledges […]
On June 25, 2024, a quirky explanation is given on why x^2 is not always equal to x*x. Using the idea of intervals, it is shown how arithmetic with uncertainties around measurements can lead to surprising results. For example, when multiplying intervals that cover negative numbers, the traditional rules break down. The concept of intervals […]
The HyperCard Simulator allows users to import and run classic HyperCard stacks online. The creator made this tool in their spare time to bring HyperCard to the modern web. Each stack is like a deck of cards that can be flipped through, with the ability to add or remove cards. Everything is saved online, and […]
Before becoming a household name, Phil Hartman was a talented graphic designer creating album art for West Coast rock bands. His tragic story is divided into two parts – a rise to fame on Saturday Night Live and The Simpsons, and a shocking murder due to domestic violence. Hartman’s lesser-known roots in design include work […]