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We mourn our craft
ColinWright about 10 hours ago

We mourn our craft

The article discusses the potential demise of traditional software development practices and the feelings of grief and loss that some developers may experience as the industry evolves towards more automated and streamlined processes. It explores the challenges of adapting to technological change and the importance of embracing new approaches while still valuing the craft and artistry of coding.

nolanlawson.com
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Speed up responses with fast mode
surprisetalk about 11 hours ago

Speed up responses with fast mode

The article explains Claude's 'fast mode', a feature that allows users to generate text outputs quickly without sacrificing quality. It discusses the technical implementation and benefits of this mode for users who require rapid text generation.

code.claude.com
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Microsoft account bugs locked me out of Notepad – Are thin clients ruining PCs?
josephcsible about 9 hours ago

Microsoft account bugs locked me out of Notepad – Are thin clients ruining PCs?

The article discusses a user's experience with Windows 11 locking them out of Notepad, and the potential implications of the 'thin client' era on the traditional PC experience. It raises concerns about the increasing restrictions and limitations placed on users by operating system vendors.

windowscentral.com
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Show HN: LocalGPT – A local-first AI assistant in Rust with persistent memory
yi_wang about 4 hours ago

Show HN: LocalGPT – A local-first AI assistant in Rust with persistent memory

I built LocalGPT over 4 nights as a Rust reimagining of the OpenClaw assistant pattern (markdown-based persistent memory, autonomous heartbeat tasks, skills system).

It compiles to a single ~27MB binary — no Node.js, Docker, or Python required.

Key features:

- Persistent memory via markdown files (MEMORY, HEARTBEAT, SOUL markdown files) — compatible with OpenClaw's format - Full-text search (SQLite FTS5) + semantic search (local embeddings, no API key needed) - Autonomous heartbeat runner that checks tasks on a configurable interval - CLI + web interface + desktop GUI - Multi-provider: Anthropic, OpenAI, Ollama etc - Apache 2.0

Install: `cargo install localgpt`

I use it daily as a knowledge accumulator, research assistant, and autonomous task runner for my side projects. The memory compounds — every session makes the next one better.

GitHub: https://github.com/localgpt-app/localgpt Website: https://localgpt.app

Would love feedback on the architecture or feature ideas.

github.com
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Show HN: I saw this cool navigation reveal, so I made a simple HTML+CSS version
momciloo about 11 hours ago

Show HN: I saw this cool navigation reveal, so I made a simple HTML+CSS version

Two clip-paths, over the navigation:

- The first clip-path is a circle (top-left corner) - The second clip-path is a polygon, that acts like a ray (hardcoded, can be improved)

The original work by Iventions Events https://iventions.com/ uses JavaScript, but I found CSS-only approach more fun

Here's a demo and the codebase: https://github.com/Momciloo/fun-with-clip-path

github.com
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GitBlack: Tracing America's Foundation
martialg about 6 hours ago

GitBlack: Tracing America's Foundation

The article discusses the launch of a new open-source software project called GitBlack, which aims to provide a dark mode experience for the popular version control system Git. The project aims to enhance the user experience for developers who prefer a dark theme while working with Git.

gitblack.vercel.app
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Homeland Security Spying on Reddit Users
duxup about 1 hour ago

Homeland Security Spying on Reddit Users

The article reveals that the Department of Homeland Security has been monitoring and analyzing online discussions on Reddit, in an effort to track potential threats and extremist activities. It raises concerns about government surveillance of public online forums without clear oversight or justification.

kenklippenstein.com
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War Department Cuts Ties with Harvard University
geox about 3 hours ago

War Department Cuts Ties with Harvard University

The U.S. War Department has terminated its contract with Harvard University, citing concerns over the university's administration and policies. The decision comes amid growing tensions between the government and the academic institution.

war.gov
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Substack makes money from hosting Nazi newsletters
mindracer about 12 hours ago

Substack makes money from hosting Nazi newsletters

The article reveals how Substack, a newsletter platform, makes money by hosting far-right and Nazi-aligned newsletters, despite the company's claims of promoting free speech and not censoring content.

theguardian.com
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Pentagon cutting ties w/ "woke" Harvard, ending military training & fellowships
alephnerd 37 minutes ago

Pentagon cutting ties w/ "woke" Harvard, ending military training & fellowships

The Pentagon has announced it is cutting ties with Harvard University and discontinuing military training fellowships, citing concerns over the university's perceived 'woke' ideology and policies that are seen as limiting free speech and opposing military values.

cbsnews.com
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X said it would give $1M to a user who had previously shared racist posts
doener about 4 hours ago

X said it would give $1M to a user who had previously shared racist posts

The article discusses how Twitter's co-founder Jack Dorsey paid a $1 million prize to the creator of a bot that posted a series of racist social media posts in an effort to test the platform's content moderation. The bot was used to explore the limits of what kind of content would be allowed on Twitter.

nbcnews.com
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Show HN: A delightful Mac app to vibe code beautiful iOS apps
jdjuwadi about 9 hours ago

Show HN: A delightful Mac app to vibe code beautiful iOS apps

The article discusses the rise of Hacker News, a popular online forum for tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. It examines the platform's evolution, its unique community culture, and its influence on the tech industry.

milq.ai
6 1
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New wave of GLP-1 drugs is coming–and they're stronger than Wegovy and Zepbound
randycupertino about 11 hours ago

New wave of GLP-1 drugs is coming–and they're stronger than Wegovy and Zepbound

New GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, such as tirzepatide and cagrilintide, are emerging and may be more effective than existing medications like Wegovy. These drugs work by mimicking hormones that regulate appetite and metabolism, potentially offering a more potent option for individuals struggling with obesity.

scientificamerican.com
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'AI' is a dick move, redux
cratermoon about 5 hours ago

'AI' is a dick move, redux

The article discusses the challenges of debating the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) and cautions against making overconfident claims about their abilities or limitations. It emphasizes the need for nuance and humility when discussing this rapidly evolving technology.

baldurbjarnason.com
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Why there is no official statement from Substack about the data leak
witnessme 22 minutes ago

Why there is no official statement from Substack about the data leak

Substack, the popular newsletter platform, has confirmed a data breach that has exposed email addresses and phone numbers of its users. The company is investigating the incident and has notified affected users.

techcrunch.com
5 1
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Top AI models fail at >96% of tasks
codexon about 8 hours ago

Top AI models fail at >96% of tasks

The article discusses a study that found AI models struggled to perform well on tasks related to remote freelance jobs, highlighting the challenges AI faces in understanding context and communication nuances in complex professional environments.

zdnet.com
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HRL Labs in Malibu laying off 1/3 of their workforce
osnium123 about 2 hours ago

HRL Labs in Malibu laying off 1/3 of their workforce

HRL Laboratories, a research and development company in Malibu, has cut 376 jobs after losing government work. The job cuts come as the company faces a reduction in government contracts and funding.

dailynews.com
4 1
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Peter Thiel warns the Antichrist, apocalypse linked to the 'end of modernity'
randycupertino about 7 hours ago

Peter Thiel warns the Antichrist, apocalypse linked to the 'end of modernity'

The article explores Peter Thiel's controversial comments about Greta Thunberg and the 'end of modernity', highlighting the billionaire's divisive views on environmentalism and the future of technology.

fortune.com
4 2
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I went back to Linux and it was a mistake
timpera about 6 hours ago

I went back to Linux and it was a mistake

The article argues that the open-source operating system Linux, created by Linus Torvalds, has been a mistake in terms of its impact on the computing industry and user experience. It suggests that Linux's fragmentation and lack of a unified vision have hindered its widespread adoption and held back technological progress.

theverge.com
4 2
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Microsoft purges Win11 printer drivers, devices on borrowed time
rolph about 5 hours ago

Microsoft purges Win11 printer drivers, devices on borrowed time

Microsoft has announced it will stop distributing legacy printer drivers for versions 3 and 4, encouraging users to adopt the newer, more secure v4 driver model. This change aims to improve security and compatibility as Microsoft focuses on modern printing technologies.

tomshardware.com
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