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Web Components are a set of browser APIs that allow us to create custom HTML elements. Unlike SPA frameworks, Web Components can be used without complex tooling or dependencies. They provide a way to encapsulate behavior in JavaScript classes and use them just like any other HTML element. By observing attribute changes and using lifecycle […]
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MouthPad^ is a new device that allows users to scroll through smartphones using only their tongues. Created by Augmental, it is a retainer-like trackpad chip that sits on the roof of the mouth and can sense tongue movements. The device was developed to be a helpful tool for those living with disabilities, specifically those with […]
I recently realized that my main laptop is much older than I had originally thought. Apple actually considers it to be vintage, but despite its age, I don’t feel the need to upgrade. The fact that Apple still supports it in macOS, the hardware works perfectly fine, and I haven’t run out of disk space […]
For kids and senior EE’s, this book offers a unique way to explore computer logic gates. With just two buttons and an LED, the book teaches about six basic logic gates: WIRE, NOT, OR, AND, XOR, and a LATCH. What makes this book truly clever is its use of light sensors to detect which page […]
In this web content, the author discusses the implementation and computational cost of linear transformers in comparison to traditional transformers in deep neural networks. It is commonly believed that linear transformers, which have a linear computational cost instead of a quadratic cost, would be faster to train. However, initial experiments have shown that they train […]
In a recent study published in Nature, researchers Trieu Trinh and Thang Luong introduce AlphaGeometry, an AI system that has surpassed the state-of-the-art approach for solving complex geometry problems. AlphaGeometry was able to solve 25 out of 30 Olympiad geometry problems within the standard time limit, approaching the performance of a human gold medalist. The […]
According to a recent study by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, industries that are more adaptable to remote work have not experienced a significant increase or decrease in productivity growth since 2020, in comparison to industries that require in-person work. The research suggests that while the shift towards remote and hybrid work has […]
Portable Web Documents (PWDs) are a technology developed by Polar that combines the benefits of PDFs and HTML content. While PDFs are great for static layouts and long-term preservation, they lack support for dynamic layouts, video, and interactive charts. On the other hand, HTML has these compelling features but is limited in terms of offline […]
In analyzing the suspect ball, the author explores various aspects to determine the meaning behind the symbols on the ball. They investigate different languages, check the manufacturer’s history, and compare the ball to official Hedstrom products. The author confirms that the ball is a knock-off made by another manufacturer and reveals that the use of […]
On October 20th, the author’s seven-year-old son suffered cardiac arrest during a medical procedure, resulting in catastrophic brain damage. The author expresses devastation, emphasizes that the grief from this kind of tragedy is difficult to understand unless experienced, and acknowledges the rarity of miracles. While hope remained, the author found it most challenging. The author’s […]