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Clawdbot is great but documentation is scattered. I created this to help people set up local AI OS, especially on Mac Mini, with a searchable error database.

The article discusses Chanfana, an open-source tool developed by Cloudflare to help developers automatically detect and fix security vulnerabilities in their GitHub repositories. Chanfana analyzes code, identifies potential issues, and suggests remediation strategies to improve overall code security.

Syncthing is an open-source, decentralized file synchronization tool that allows users to securely share files between devices without the need for a central server. The application uses the Distributed Hash Table (DHT) protocol to discover devices and establish peer-to-peer connections, ensuring the privacy and control of data.

The article reports that noyb, a privacy advocacy group, has won a case against Microsoft, where the company was ordered to stop tracking school children using its software. The ruling establishes that Microsoft violated data protection laws by collecting and processing personal data of children without a valid legal basis.

Hi HN — I’m collecting “known-good” wiring patterns for large addressable LED strip installs (WLED/ESP32 / FastLED, WS281x-class pixels). I’m not trying to promote anything; I’d just like to sanity-check best practices and learn what actually works in the field.

Scope: 5V/12V/24V addressable strips, from a few hundred to a few thousand pixels, used in desks/coves/signage/art installs.

Things I already do (baseline):

Power injection (start + mid/end depending on load)

Fuse near the PSU and per-branch when splitting

Common ground between controller and strip

300–500Ω series resistor on data near the first pixel

500–1000µF capacitor near the strip input

Level shifting for 3.3V controllers when needed

Where I’d love your experience:

Do you prefer 5V distribution, or 12/24V distribution + local buck converters near segments? Why?

What’s your go-to approach for long data runs (controller far from first pixel)?

Twisted pair + ground?

Differential (RS-485 style) transceivers?

Placing the controller closer and extending only power?

Any “never again” lessons on connectors, wire gauge, heat, or fusing?

If you’ve done installs that must survive months/years, what design choices mattered most?

If you have a wiring sketch, parts list, or a short rule-of-thumb (e.g., injection spacing under worst-case white), I’d really appreciate it.

Thanks!

The article explores the evolution of Linux music players, discussing their features, ease of use, and integration with modern audio technologies. It provides an overview of the current landscape of Linux-based music player applications and their potential future development.

The article discusses how to disable the GitHub Mobile Code Push (MCP) feature, which can be useful for maintaining code integrity and preventing unintended changes. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to disable MCP on both an individual and organizational level.

The article discusses the trade agreements between the European Union (EU) and India, including the ongoing negotiations for a Broad-based Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA) and the Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT). It highlights the importance of these agreements in strengthening economic ties and promoting trade and investment between the EU and India.

DeepSeek OCR 2 is an open-source optical character recognition (OCR) engine that uses deep learning techniques to accurately extract text from images and PDFs. It offers high-quality text extraction, support for multiple languages, and easy integration into various applications.

The article discusses how automation can significantly reduce the time required to perform various tasks, from hours to seconds. It explores how leveraging tools and techniques like scripting, APIs, and serverless functions can streamline and optimize workflows across different domains.

I have a medium sized database of around 150 entries each with 10-15 parameters. It was put together by Claude. But the amount of hallucinated data is extraordinary! Trying to fix it using another llm like chat gpt or gemini hasn’t worked since they balk at looking for data for >50 data points. Gemini actually deleted 100 entries from the database while analysing it! So the question is- Is there a suitable way to analyze the database for inaccuracies/hallucinations and fix them, apart from manually going through each data point personally?

The article reports that the technology news website Windows Central has eliminated most of its gaming journalists, citing financial challenges and a shift in editorial strategy towards a broader tech focus.

Anthropic, an AI research company, has launched the Managed Compute Platform (MCP), a new service that allows users to easily access and manage powerful AI models and infrastructure. The MCP aims to simplify the deployment and scaling of large language models and other AI capabilities for businesses and researchers.

Apple introduced App Clips in iOS 14 as a way to instantly use small parts of an app without installing the full application. The idea seemed compelling: low friction, fast launch, contextual entry points (QR, NFC, links).

Five years later, I almost never encounter App Clips in the wild and Google killed Instant Apps already.

- Are there notable apps or companies where App Clips are a meaningful acquisition or engagement channel?

- Did you already decide to remove your App Clip to reduce maintainability?

The article discusses the concept of the 'hypercube' in computer science and how thinking outside of this rigid, multidimensional structure can lead to more creative and efficient solutions to complex problems. It encourages readers to challenge traditional mindsets and explore unconventional approaches to problem-solving.

The article discusses the challenges and strategies for building and maintaining gigantic websites, exploring topics such as data management, performance optimization, and the evolving role of web developers in the face of rapidly growing digital infrastructure.

The article discusses the watches featured in the TV series 'Severance,' exploring the significance of the timepieces and how they contribute to the show's overall aesthetic and narrative. It provides insights into the specific watch models used and their importance in reflecting the distinct experiences of the characters.

The article discusses how to use prompt engineering techniques to remove unwanted ads from web pages, including using browser extensions and modifying the HTML code directly. It provides step-by-step instructions and code examples for effective ad removal.

Roots is an open-source WordPress framework that provides a modern development workflow for building WordPress sites. It offers a modular structure, improved performance, and a streamlined development experience for developers.

The article discusses the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and their impact on the environment. It highlights the increasing sales of EVs globally, the role of government policies in promoting their adoption, and the challenges associated with the transition to a more sustainable transportation system.

I made a little browser extension that makes prices out on the web be hoverable to show how much runway they'll knock off your startup.

In case anyone's feeling frugal: https://github.com/yakkomajuri/runway-nudger

The article discusses a feature in macOS that allows users to automatically resize Finder window columns to fit their contents, making it easier to view and manage files. It provides a step-by-step guide on enabling this feature and customizing the resizing behavior.

I'm wondering if a shift has occurred. When I started as a junior software engineer, over a decade ago, I learned about unit testing, integration testing, system testing. The whole codebase we worked on was thoroughly unit tested, and had layers of integration tests and system tests as well. I've worked for other employers since and in some cases any kind of automated testing was completely absent. Still, the message I got when reading and keeping up with best practices was: unit test ALL the things!

I've personally found that when the architecture of the system is not mature yet, unit tests can get in the way. Terribly so. Integration tests or system tests to assert behavior seem the starting point in this and other scenario's, including when there are no tests at all yet.

I've recently read a statement about letting go of a strict "unit test everything" mindset and go for integration tests instead. I'm thinking it probably depends, as with everything, on the type of system you're working on, the maturity of the system, the engineers' experience with automated testing, etc.

I'd be interested to learn when each type of testing helps you and when it gets in the way (and what it gets in the way of).

The article discusses the importance of properly archiving digital photos to ensure their long-term accessibility and searchability. It provides tips on file organization, metadata tagging, and cloud storage to help users preserve their photo collections for decades to come.