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In this web content, the author discusses the challenges of writing software that optimizes modern hardware while maintaining code robustness and maintainability. They highlight the rapid advancements in hardware, including the increase in the number of cores and the speed of storage and networking. The author emphasizes the need for software developers to adapt to […]
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Treasure Hill, a community located in Taiwan, is a unique example of sustainable urban living. Originally a military outpost, it has transformed into a cluster of unconventional buildings and structures. The settlement began when soldiers stationed there during World War II started raising families and building houses in the bunkers. Over time, the community expanded […]
Researchers at the Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science have discovered rare neurons in the eye that play a crucial role in maintaining a sharp, steady image of the world. These neurons, known as direction-selective ganglion cells (DSGCs), are involved in the gaze stabilization system, which reflexively causes the eyes to follow the […]
A team of scientists in Princeton inadvertently discovered that fiber optic cables equipped with distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) technology can be used to listen in on the sounds made by insects. DAS technology uses a laser that is fired through a fiber optic cable to analyze the light that bounces back. The team noticed a […]
The OpenID Connect SDK for Go is an easy-to-use client and server implementation that follows the OpenID Connect (OIDC) standard. The library includes packages for clients, relying parties, resource servers, and OpenID providers. It also provides examples and code for different scenarios. The SDK supports various flows, including code flow, implicit flow, hybrid flow, and […]
Emerge is a startup that is revolutionizing mobile development by providing tools for both iOS and Android. Their current suite of offerings includes Size Analysis, Performance Analysis, and Snapshots. They have established partnerships with major players in the mobile industry, such as DoorDash, Square, Airbnb, Duolingo, Dropbox, Bumble, and Stripe. The company is seeking an […]
New York City is aiming to increase its tree canopy cover from 22% to 30% by 2035. However, determining where to plant trees and which species to prioritize is a complex task. To address this challenge, researchers at Cornell University have created a 3D mapping tool called Tree Folio NYC. The tool uses lidar scans […]
Refrigerators and air conditioners that operate on vapor compression technology have a fundamental flaw. They are inefficient, rely on hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, and are not easily downsizable. However, researchers have developed solid-state alternatives to vapor compression that can overcome these issues. One such alternative is the electrocaloric effect, which relies […]
In this web content, the author discusses the peculiar CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe 25gbps NIC by Mikrotik. The author questions why Mikrotik included routing and firewall capabilities in a NIC designed for file servers and workstations, considering it excessive for basic NIC requirements. The author also notes that the product seems to be targeted towards small businesses and […]
Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon is raising concerns about the NSA’s potential acquisition of Americans’ location and browsing data without a warrant. He is blocking the confirmation of a new NSA director until he receives answers. Wyden believes that the American people have the right to know whether the NSA is engaging in warrantless domestic […]