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In this study, it is argued that large language models (LLMs) claiming to excel in various functions and tasks show a dramatic breakdown in function and reasoning when presented with a simple common sense problem easily solvable by humans. The models exhibit strong overconfidence in their incorrect solutions, providing nonsensical explanations to justify their responses. […]
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xLSTM is a new Recurrent Neural Network architecture based on LSTM, with Exponential Gating, normalization techniques, and a Matrix Memory, showing promising results in Language Modeling. Minimal installation is required, with detailed instructions provided. The xLSTM can be used in various applications, such as the xLSTMBlockStack for non-language tasks and the xLSTMLMModel for token-based applications. […]
Foosbar is a robotically controlled foosball table that autonomously plays against a human player. Created by a programmer who found the idea of practicing the game inefficient, Foosbar can defend, pass, and take shots on its own. The project involves software, firmware, and a 3D web app for remote control. The author shares specific build […]
The author discusses various strategies to maintain motivation as a solo developer, such as converting external sources to motivation, leaving tasks unfinished for quick wins, addressing pain points, and the benefits of getting a partner. They also emphasize the importance of not having zero days to avoid feelings of guilt, utilizing motivation when it strikes, […]
The new “Honeykrisp” driver is a breakthrough for Apple hardware, offering the first conformant Vulkan® for the M1 with the full 1.3 spec implemented. This driver, based on Faith Ekstrand’s NVK driver, aims to set a new standard for Vulkan drivers by focusing on best practices and dynamic state handling. The development process involves challenges […]
Sergey Korol from OpenCV.ai emphasizes the critical role of camera calibration in computer vision. Cameras, with their inherent distortions, provide a mere representation of reality that can mislead AI models. By calibrating cameras using known calibration templates, developers and users can ensure accurate and reliable data for training and inference. The process involves estimating parameters, […]
The post responds to Jesper Cockx’s article on syntax with binding representation, adding a method not mentioned before: randomly generated, globally unique identifiers for bound variables. The writer explores various criteria for comparison, highlighting the issue with de Bruijn indices failing to encode variables consistently. They argue in favor of unique IDs over de Bruijn […]
The content explores the challenges of texturing spheres, particularly in creating a visually captivating gas giant and moon for a skybox project. The debate between using a UV sphere and a flat disk for mapping is discussed, with a pixel shader utilized for effective texture mapping on the disk. The process of recreating a 3D […]
Are you worried about sensitive information being exposed in your extensive codebase? Enter Entropy, the CLI tool designed to uncover high entropy lines that could potentially reveal secrets. Simply install Entropy using Go or Brew, and run the command to scan your codebase with ease. No need to fret about outdated documentation – just type […]
An Atash Behram is the highest grade of fire in a Zoroastrian fire temple, symbolizing reverence and dignity. The process involves gathering and purifying 16 different types of fire, including lightning fire and fire from various professions. The sacred fire is continuously kindled as a focus of worship to Ahura Mazda. The purification and consecration […]