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In the world of C++, performance is key, which often leads programmers to explore various optimization techniques, including the use of the “final” keyword. While many claims suggest that using “final” can enhance performance, a detailed examination shows mixed results, with performance improvements seen in some scenarios and performance hits in others. Extensive testing across […]
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Cliff L. Biffle’s blog post delves into a debugging journey at Oxide titled “Who killed the network switch?” The code written assumed loaned memory would fit into one region, an invariant that became obsolete with task packing implementation. As systems evolve, the implicit invariants coded in could be unknowingly violated by future changes, leading to […]
Dify Cloud provides an open-source LLM app development platform with features like AI workflow, RAG pipeline, model management, and more for quick prototype to production transition. Unique features include seamless integration with various LLMs, a prompt IDE, RAG pipeline capabilities, and LLMOps for monitoring and analyzing performance. Dify Cloud offers self-hosting options with a Community […]
The author discusses the common issue of visually ambiguous characters that can cause frustration and errors in data entry, especially when handwritten or in unclear fonts. Some commonly confused characters include O / 0, I / l / 1, 5 / S, 2 / Z, 8 / B, 6 / G, 9 / q / […]
Several years ago, I wrote about the mysterious EURISKO system, considered by some to be a myth. However, after Lenat’s death last year, his SAILDART archives were unlocked, leading to the discovery of both AM and EURISKO sources by WhiteFlame. Seveno4 has even managed to adapt EURISKO to run on Medley Interlisp, a truly unexpected […]
Apple has acquired French startup Datakalab, known for AI compression and computer vision technology. The company focuses on low power, runtime efficient, deep learning algorithms for on-device use. Datakalab emphasizes fast, cost-effective, and precise embedded computer vision. The startup collaborated with the French government in monitoring mask-wearing in Paris transportation systems. Datakalab’s technology transforms images […]
JEDEC introduced the DDR5 specification in 2020, and now they’re ready for an upgrade with the DDR5-8800 specification. The new DDR5-8800 has loose CL62 62-62 timings for A-grade devices and CL78 77-77 for C-grade ICs. The standard aims at improving peak memory bandwidth by 37.5%. The security front has also been addressed with the Per-Row […]
vfox is a versatile cross-platform version manager designed to simplify the switching between different development environments. With support for Global, Project, and Session scopes, as well as a simple plugin system, vfox offers faster and more straightforward commands compared to other tools like asdf-vm. It automatically switches runtime versions as you navigate your project, with […]
The European Union is investigating TikTok for potential violations of the Digital Services Act, with concerns about the mental health risks posed by the platform’s Lite version. The EU is focusing on the “task and reward” feature, which allows users to earn points that can be swapped for rewards, potentially leading to addictive behavior. TikTok’s […]
On April 21, 2024, we delve into the inner workings of the Super Nintendo cartridges, uncovering hidden gems beyond just game instructions and assets. The CIC copy protection chip adds a layer of security to the SNES, but unsanctioned games like “Super 3D Noah’s Ark” skip this feature. The ROM sizes of games are revealed, […]