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Hey Microsoft 365 Insiders! Jake Armstrong here from the Excel team. We’re pumped to introduce three new functions that use Regular Expressions (regex) to make text parsing easier: REGEXTEST, REGEXEXTRACT, and REGEXREPLACE. Please note, these are preview functions, so expect changes based on feedback before the final release. Regex helps with string searching and text […]
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Perplexica is an open-source AI-powered search engine that delves deep into the internet to provide answers. It uses advanced machine learning algorithms to refine results and sources, ensuring you get the most up-to-date information without compromising privacy. Unique features include Copilot Mode for generating different queries, various focus modes for specific types of questions, and […]
In their recent study, Maxwell Aifer explores the potential of natural gradient descent (NGD) as a second-order training method for neural networks. Despite the computational challenges typically associated with second-order methods, Aifer introduces a new hybrid digital-analog algorithm that leverages the thermodynamic properties of an analog system to streamline the training process. By incorporating appropriate […]
The article introduces a low-cost ardEEG device that transforms Arduino UNO R4 WIFI into a brain-computer interface for measuring EEG, EMG, and ECG signals. This device is significant in the field of neuroscience as it detects alpha brain waves and offers satisfactory noise levels and accuracy. The integration of machine learning techniques has increased the […]
The author discusses the development of a custom real-time renderer that utilizes small voxels to create a distinctive visual style reminiscent of classic 90’s 3D games. By rendering voxels in a novel way, the visuals are generated from traditional low-poly triangle meshes and textures, resulting in a modernized retro aesthetic. The renderer combines displacement mapping […]
The blog post series explores the math and physics behind collision detection and resolution in video games, focusing on rigid body physics. It simplifies complex concepts using video game examples to make them more understandable. The author encourages readers who may not consider themselves “math people” to engage with the content. The post delves into […]
Georg Lukas explores the Samsung WB850F camera, which was the first to combine the DRIMeIII SoC with WiFi, offering an uncompressed firmware binary containing a valuable linker dump and symbol names. Lukas delves into reverse-engineering the main firmware to enable WiFi hotspot detection and use samsung-nx-emailservice. The firmware archive reveals various files, with the ‘partialImage.o.map’ […]
VK Messenger allows you to easily communicate with friends and VK WorkSpace is perfect for staying connected with colleagues. The platform offers a seamless chatting experience for both personal and professional interactions. Users can switch between the two features effortlessly, making it convenient to separate work and personal conversations. Whether you’re catching up with friends […]
The U.S. played a critical role in winning World War II, with its industrial output skyrocketing in support of the war effort. The U.S. ended up producing an astonishing number of weapons and equipment, including thousands of airplanes. The growth of the aircraft industry from pre-war levels to massive production was a monumental achievement that […]
The author details their process of migrating to a new MacBook, sharing steps from setting up external storage to installing various software and adjusting settings. They reflect on burnout symptoms, noting how they didn’t realize their previous computer was failing until the E key popped off due to a battery issue. The author humorously describes […]