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pipexec allows you to create a network of processes with connecting pipes that act like a single process. It provides advanced information on handling pipes between processes and the hidden universe of file descriptors, processes, and pipes. With pipexec, you can build complex directed graphs of processes and pipes to handle a bunch of processes […]
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Bruno is a new Opensource API client that challenges tools like Postman and Insomnia by storing collections directly on your filesystem using a plain text markup language, Bru. This unique feature allows collaboration using git or other version control systems. Bruno prioritizes data privacy and will always remain offline-only, with no plans for cloud-sync. This […]
The article delves into Marshall Sahlins’s exploration of metapersons across cultures and their impact on human societies. By challenging traditional theories of religion and politics, Sahlins suggests that metapersons are more than just beliefs but fundamental to human existence. His final book, “The New Science of the Enchanted Universe,” delves into these concepts, displaying his […]
Generative artificial intelligence is booming, creating text, code, images, and music accessible to the average person and taking over the Internet, with “large language models” filling numerous websites. However, AI-generated content may introduce errors when used as training data for new models, leading to a phenomenon called “model collapse.” This process could result in models […]
In this groundbreaking study, the authors propose an alternative approach to quantum gravity where the spacetime metric is considered classical while matter fields remain quantum. They demonstrate that the stochastic evolution of the metric leads to a modification of general relativity at low accelerations, introducing an entropic force that deviates from Einstein’s theory. Surprisingly, this […]
During the long months of Antarctic winter, early explorers passed the time by creating the South Polar Times, filled with fantastical stories, poems, and parody. These tales, originally lighthearted and humorous, gradually revealed the harsh realities faced by the crews. Shackleton even printed the first book in Antarctica, the Aurora Australis, with makeshift materials to […]
The Ceremony of the Constable’s Dues at the Tower of London is a rare and ancient tradition dating back at least 700 years, showcasing the Crown’s authority over the City of London. This year’s ceremony will be extra special, with a helicopter and three Royal Marine raiding crafts in attendance. Originally a tax on mariners, […]
In this comprehensive survey, skiplists are praised for their simplicity, ease of implementation, and ability to match tree-based structures in performance. Various use cases for skiplists are explored, including their adaptation for multi-dimensional spaces, network overlays, and database indexing. The study also delves into systems that incorporate the probabilistic skip pattern of skiplists into their […]
QuestDB is a high-performance time series database with SQL analytics. In a recent blog post, the author discussed optimizations made by contestants in the recent One Billion Row Challenge. A standout technique involved parsing the temperature from CSV files using complex bit manipulation operations, resulting in improved performance by a factor of 40. The code […]
The liver was historically considered the center of the human being, with origins in ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia. This belief, known as hepatocentrism, lasted until the 17th century when new medical discoveries emphasized the heart’s importance over the liver. Literary works such as “Snow White,” “Moby Dick,” and “Ode to the Liver” highlight the ongoing […]