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Google warns against creating bite-sized content specifically for large language models (LLMs), as this could negatively impact search rankings. The article emphasizes the importance of focusing on creating high-quality, informative content that provides value to users, rather than producing content solely optimized for LLMs.

The article discusses the npm-agentskills project, which provides a set of agent skills for Node.js applications. It covers the project's purpose, installation, and usage, as well as the available agent skills and how to implement them in a Node.js application.

What do you use to keep track of job applications?

I kept losing track of where I applied and when to follow up, so I made a very small web tracker for myself. It’s intentionally minimal: company/role, status, and a next-action date so I don’t forget follow-ups.

I’m mainly looking for feedback, not sales, what feels confusing, what’s missing, or what you personally use instead!!

So, I feel like what with all teh AI and LLM talk that many articles deal with the nitty gritty technical side, and not so much about the philosophical, social, or community aspect of this new tech, and to what sort of future we are heading for. I used to read Daring Fireball for its short, to the point approach, but the articles have become quite lengthy; I don't mind lengthy when it is more academic, just not so much for opinion-oriented. I'd love to hear suggestions of who to read, what sites to peruse, and even which (e)books to pour over, please.

Hi HN I’m Arlind, founder of UebGuard.

Most security breaches we’ve seen didn’t start with zero-days or advanced attacks. They started with one phishing email.

So we built UebGuard Email Protection — a simple way for startups and small teams to stop phishing and spoofed emails without complex configuration.

How it works:

You verify your domain We analyze senders, headers, and links in real time Phishing, spoofed, and malicious emails get blocked automatically

No agents. No heavy rules. Built for performance-first teams.

We just opened early access and I’d love feedback from the HN community — especially on:

False positives Missing attack vectors UX simplicity vs control

Link: uebguard.com

Happy to answer any questions

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The article explores the evolving role of coders in the tech industry, as automation and low-code/no-code tools increasingly automate software development tasks, raising questions about the future of traditional coding and the skills needed to succeed in the field.

The article discusses the importance of establishing a design contract for AI systems, which outlines the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of all stakeholders involved in the development process. It emphasizes the need for clear communication, transparency, and accountability to ensure the ethical and responsible design of AI-powered solutions.

The article examines the ongoing protests and unrest in Iran, exploring the factors that have contributed to the potential collapse of the Iranian regime and the implications for the region and the international community.

The article compares the characteristics and use cases of JavaScript arrays and TypedArrays, highlighting the differences in memory allocation, data representation, and performance optimization between the two.

The article presents a collection of tiny code snippets that showcase the power and versatility of programming concepts in a concise manner. It covers a wide range of topics, including data structures, algorithms, and programming techniques, providing a valuable resource for developers looking to expand their knowledge or find inspiration for their projects.

The article discusses the M5Tab Macintosh, a custom-built computer designed to look like a classic Apple Macintosh. It highlights the technical details and the design process behind this unique retro-inspired project.

The article describes the Meshii, a novel open-source mesh editor and visualization tool designed for scientific computing. It highlights Meshii's key features, including its ability to handle large and complex mesh data, support for multiple file formats, and user-friendly interface with advanced visualization capabilities.

envs.net is a comprehensive online resource focused on environmental science, policy, and sustainability. The website covers a wide range of topics, including climate change, biodiversity, energy, and environmental management, providing up-to-date information, research, and resources for both experts and the general public.

This article discusses the concept of a 'permanent emergency', where society remains in a constant state of crisis, and the implications this has on decision-making, risk management, and the balance between individual liberty and collective security.

We hear a lot of concern about maintaining code written with LLM help, but we seem less worried about code from interns or low cost hires (or outsourced) who may leave quickly. In practice are these risks meaningfully different, or is it the same maintainability problem with a different label. If you have an honest take, what has been harder to maintain and why?

The article discusses the potential implications of WhatsApp founders Jan Koum and Brian Acton selling their company to Facebook, arguing that it would be the biggest mistake of their lives. It highlights the unique values and principles that have guided WhatsApp's growth and how a sale to Facebook could compromise those.

Hi!

My name is Marta, and I’m working on a startup idea that I genuinely believe could become something big — and I want you to give me “harsh and frank” rather than “nice and polite” feedback.

I’d really appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to read this post and answer one honest question:

“Would you actually sign up for this?”

Not “sounds interesting,” not “nice idea,” but:

Would it solve a real pain for you?

Would it make your life feel a bit more fulfilled?

Would you try it at least once?

Thnx in advance.

Let’s go!

What is Kindred?

Kindred is a platform where you book meaningful 1-on-1 conversations with people who share your interests — directly in each other’s calendars, without chatting first or social pressure.

What will Kindred do differently than other typical social-networking apps?

On most apps, everything usually starts with:

“Hey ” → silence → awkward follow-ups → ghosting.

Not on mine. This is how it works:

1. You search by interests. You type what you’re curious about: Formula 1, French wines, horse racing, crypto, relocating abroad, career doubts, niche hobbies — anything

2. You see people who share those interests. You browse profiles of real people who are interested in the same topics

3. You choose the profile that resonates with you You book time directly in their calendar. No need to write first. Every user in their personal calendar sets time slots when they’re available (e.g. Tuesday 8–9 pm, Wednesday 10–11 am)

4. Confirmation → calendar sync. The other person accepts or declines. Once confirmed, the meeting is automatically added to your Google Calendar

Key benefits

- No chatting before the first meeting (unless you want to).

- No emotional pressure to “write the perfect first message”/”break ice”

- No “hey, how are you?” marathon You don’t warm up for weeks — you just show up on a meeting and talk

- No pressure to continue forever. Kindred normalizes one-time or occasional conversations. You can talk about one topic with any person once and that’s perfectly okay. No guilt. No awkward fading out

Who it’s for?

- Busy people who value their time and do not want to spend thousand hours finding the perfect match for a talk

- Introverts who hate shallow talks and want intellectually intensive and meaningful

connections

- People with niche interests who can’t find “their people”

- Expats / relocators who want real connection, not surface-level socializing in their new bubble Anyone who misses meaningful human conversation, but doesn’t want new obligations (friendship forever)

What Kindred is NOT

Not dating

Not networking with pitches

Not social media

Not “let’s be best friends forever”

The article discusses the growing demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) used in artificial intelligence and machine learning applications, and how this is leading to a potential shortage of memory chips from major providers like Micron, NVIDIA, and Samsung.

The article discusses the growing concerns around AI-powered cheating and its impact on academic integrity, as well as the potential rise of anti-intellectualism and carceral approaches to addressing these issues in education.