In this web content, the author expresses their excitement about a podcast interview they conducted with Richard Sambrook, discussing media prioritization, editorial decisions, and the future of the BBC. They then dive into the topic of how mobile network data is used by Transport for London (TfL) to gain insights into people’s movements. The author […]
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In this web content, the author discusses how a small browser quirk in JavaScript turned into a useful tool for many people over the years. It all started in 1995 when Brendan Eich demonstrated JavaScript to a group of engineers at Netscape. JavaScript URLs, which allowed users to run JavaScript on any web page they […]
In this web content, the author discusses their decision to use web components for their project instead of relying on frameworks like React or Svelte. They emphasize the importance of choosing technology based on the constraints of the project and highlight the portability and simplicity of web components. The author also mentions their preference for […]
OpenAPI DevTools is a user-friendly Chrome extension that automatically generates OpenAPI specifications while you browse the web. It converts network requests into a specification, allowing you to instantly generate an OpenAPI 3.1 specification for any website or application. The extension can merge new request and response headers, bodies, and query parameters per endpoint, making it […]
In July 2021, the author released the Second Edition of their book, A Philosophy of Software Design. The new edition can be found on Amazon in both paperback and electronic formats. While there are only a few notable changes from the First Edition, one exciting addition is the new chapter entitled “Decide What Matters.” This […]
This web content highlights the beloved comic strip “Calvin and Hobbes” and its creator, Bill Watterson. The author discusses the strip’s popularity and the reclusive nature of its creator after his retirement. They also mention Watterson’s recent collaboration on a new book, “The Mysteries,” which is described as a fable for grown-ups. The content explores […]
A Voronoi diagram is a partition of a 2D plane into regions based on a set of points. Each region contains points that are closer to a particular point in the set than any other point. The diagram can be represented by a graph of boundaries, with vertices where multiple segments meet and edges connecting […]
The wait equation, developed by Robert L. Forward and expanded on by Andrew Kennedy, evaluates whether it’s more beneficial to launch a mission immediately or wait for advancements in technology. This concept can be applied to investment in fast-changing fields like AI. To determine whether to invest in a project, factors such as the difference […]
Waymo, owned by Google’s parent company Alphabet, has released a study that highlights its safety record as one of San Francisco’s largest driverless car companies. The study, conducted in partnership with insurance giant Swiss Re, analyzed insurance liability claims to compare collision data between driverless vehicles and human-driven cars. The findings show that Waymo’s driverless […]
Join us on this platform as we cherish the memories of lost eateries that we can never forget. Indulge in the nostalgia of these beloved restaurants and relive the magic they once held. Share your tales and experiences from these bygone places, connecting with others who hold these memories close to their hearts. It’s a […]