USB Type-A, the traditional USB connector we all know and love, is a bit of a hassle due to its lack of reversibility. Ajay Bhatt, one of the inventors of USB, admitted that this design flaw is the biggest annoyance. However, the decision to not make USB reversible from the outset was a cost-saving measure. […]
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Neum AI is a data platform for large-scale embeddings management, optimization, and synchronization. In this blog, they discuss the challenges of scaling a Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) application and provide technical and architectural details on how they solved these problems for a pipeline syncing 1 billion vectors. The blog covers topics such as ingestion at […]
In this hastily put together guide, the author discusses the misunderstood concept of assertions in programming. They recount an experience with Java where assertions failed to function properly, leading to confusion. The author clarifies that assertions should be used to specify conditions that must always be true at a certain point in code execution. They […]
John Riccitiello has resigned as CEO of Unity Technologies following a pricing controversy that upset game developers. The company has appointed James M. Whitehurst as interim CEO and president, and Roelof Botha as chairman. Unity has reaffirmed its previous guidance for its fiscal third quarter financial results, which will be reported on November 9. Riccitiello […]
AMD’s Ryzen desktop CPUs have long been known for their support of error-corrected memory (ECC RAM). However, with the launch of the Ryzen 7000 “Raphael” CPUs and the new Socket AM5, ECC support seems to have disappeared. However, a user on the ASRock forums claimed to have found a way to enable ECC RAM on […]
The DSLinux project has successfully brought the Linux operating system to the Nintendo DS and DS Lite, with potential compatibility for newer models. Surprisingly, DSLinux also runs on some NDS emulators. This functional system offers a wide range of useful Linux programs and boasts excellent documentation. However, it is worth noting that there are currently […]
Bug 148624, which was opened 22 years ago, has finally been closed. The bug involved tooltips from another application appearing over Mozilla, causing annoyance for users. Many users reported the issue over the years, with screenshots and details provided. Surprisingly, the bug has 8 duplicates and 15 votes, indicating its significance. Some users suggested that […]
In this web content, the author discusses the Prosecutor’s Fallacy, which is a logical error involving conditional probabilities. The fallacy occurs when the probability of innocence given the evidence is wrongly assumed to be extremely small, leading to false assumptions of guilt. The author provides examples of this fallacy, such as wrongful murder convictions, misinterpreted […]
Welcome to our unofficial book on NixOS & Flakes! This comprehensive guide is perfect for beginners who want to delve into the world of NixOS and Flakes. Whether you’re new to this operating system or just want a refresher, we’ve got you covered. Our tutorial is designed to be friendly and easy to understand, ensuring […]
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