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The article explores the potential impact of AI-powered code generation on the software development industry, discussing its benefits, limitations, and implications for the future of programming roles.

Hi HN,

One pattern we kept seeing while working on usage-based billing was commitment-style contracts.

Teams would sell deals with a minimum monthly spend, charge real usage against it, apply higher rates for overages, and then manually true-up shortfalls at invoicing. Most billing systems don’t model this cleanly, so it ends up as custom code or finance-side adjustments.

We added first-class support for commitments in Flexprice.io :

• Define a minimum spend per billing period • Apply an overage multiplier when usage exceeds it • Automatically true-up shortfalls if usage comes in below commitment

All of this is handled at the subscription and invoice level without manual reconciliation.

Curious how others here have implemented commitments or minimum guarantees in usage-based systems, and what edge cases we might be missing.

If you would like to jump in-depth, we also have a open-source community and would love to see you there: http://bit.ly/4huvkDm

Happy to answer questions.

The article discusses the popularity of the Go programming language's dependency management tool, Go Modules. It highlights the widespread adoption of Go Modules and its impact on the Go ecosystem, becoming the most popular dependency management solution for Go projects.

The article discusses the Ralph Wiggum Experiment, a social experiment that explores how people perceive and respond to the behavior of a fictional character. The experiment aims to understand the dynamics of social interaction and the influence of preconceived notions on our perceptions and judgments.

The article demonstrates how to implement a basic web server in a single printf call, showcasing the power of creative programming and the flexibility of the C programming language.

The article examines the long-term occupancy of Spirit Cave in Nevada, which provides evidence of a continuous human presence spanning over 10,000 years. It explores the factors that contributed to this remarkable resilience and continuity of occupation in a challenging desert environment.

AI coding agents today use grep/ripgrep for code search. This fails on real codebases: can't find references across modules, can't preview refactorings, can't understand code structure. LSP (Language Server Protocol) solves this for human IDEs. But existing agent integrations (Serena, cclsp, Claude Code LSP, etc.) just expose raw LSP endpoints—agents need 10+ round trips to get usable answers.

We built lsp-skill for this: https://lsp-client.github.io/

Three-layer design:

- lsp-client: Robust LSP client (handles server lifecycle, protocol edge cases, multi-workspace)

- LSAP (Language Server Agent Protocol): Agent-optimized protocol (composes LSP primitives into high-level operations)

- Skill layer: Integrates with Claude Code, Cursor, MCP-compatible tools

try it:

- Docs: https://lsp-client.github.io/

- GitHub: https://github.com/lsp-client/lsp-skill

- Install: Works with Claude Code, Cursor, or any MCP tool

The article critiques the Metr graph, a metric used to measure team performance in sports, arguing that it is flawed and unreliable, failing to accurately capture the nuances of team dynamics and game strategy.

A portfolio showcasing the digital artwork of Gael McGill, including character designs, environment art, and illustrations featuring a range of fantasy and sci-fi themes.

The article explores how Craigslist has maintained its minimalist design and community-focused approach, even as the internet has become increasingly dominated by large tech platforms. It examines Craigslist's enduring appeal and the reasons behind its resistance to change in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

LISA (Linux Instrumentation for System Architecture) is an open-source project that provides a comprehensive framework for monitoring and analyzing system performance on Linux platforms, allowing developers and system administrators to gain in-depth insights into system behavior and resource utilization.

Hey everyone!

I wanted a music and video player that felt native to modern Android, so I built OnePlayer. It’s designed to be lightweight, fully offline, and highly customizable.

Key Features:

1. Material 3: Full dynamic color support (Android 12+).

2. Customizable: Change layouts and UI configurations to fit your style.

3. Audio Power: Built-in Equalizer and background playback. 4. Gesture Control: Intuitive touch gestures for volume, brightness, and seeking.

5. Smooth UI: Focused on fluid animations and an "intuitive" feel.

Note on FOSS: It is currently closed source while I stabilize the build, but I am planning to release a FOSS (Free and Open Source) version alongside a Pro version soon! I’m not a native English speaker, so I used some AI help to polish this post. I’d love to hear your thoughts on the UI or any bugs you find!

Download - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.googol.and...

Hey HN!

I've been needing to do a better job of staying in touch with the people who are important to me. So I built a little app that lets me add people to call, and tells me when I last called them. I figured some of you might find this useful in some way :)

The code is here: https://github.com/mrkaye97/call-your-loved-ones

If you go to the URL linked in the post, you can use the app with all of the data stored in local storage, so no account needed and no data going to my server.

Promise theory is a model for understanding and designing complex systems, based on the concept of voluntary cooperation between autonomous agents. It provides a framework for understanding how distributed systems can achieve coherence without centralized control.

*Owl*: https://github.com/gowvp/owl

*Demo*: http://gowvp.golang.space:15123 (admin/admin)

I started building this in late 2024 after getting frustrated with existing NVR options. Most are either bloated enterprise software or don't handle protocols like GB28181 well.

Owl is written in Go and supports:

- GB28181 (2022/2016/2011) - widely used in Asia - ONVIF device discovery - RTSP/RTMP streams - YOLO-based object detection

The goal is a lightweight, self-hosted camera platform that runs on anything from a Pi to a NAS.

Next up: HomeKit integration and recording.

Looking for feedback on the architecture and feature priorities.

The article discusses the concept of 'industrialising code,' which involves treating software development as an industrial process, with standardized workflows, automated testing, and continuous deployment. It explores how this approach can help organisations scale their software delivery and improve overall efficiency.

The article discusses the detection of a fast radio burst (FRB) that appears to have originated from a magnetar, a type of neutron star with an extremely strong magnetic field. This finding provides new insights into the diverse origins and properties of these enigmatic cosmic radio signals.

The article discusses the challenges of navigating the App Store ecosystem, where developers must grapple with complex review processes, technical constraints, and the need to adapt their apps to platform-specific guidelines in order to achieve success.

A new study suggests that Jupiter's moon Europa lacks a global subsurface ocean, contrary to previous beliefs. The findings indicate that Europa's internal structure may be more complex than previously thought, with the potential for localized pockets of liquid water rather than a continuous, global ocean.

The article discusses a study that found nanoplastics in the human diet can have negative impacts on digestive health, including inflammation and changes in gut bacteria. Researchers call for further investigation into the potential health effects of nanoplastics in food.

Mint has a cooling effect on the mouth and tongue, making water taste colder than it actually is. This is due to the way mint activates the cold receptors in the mouth, tricking the brain into perceiving a lower temperature.

Ruby 4.0 has been released, but its most notable features, such as pattern matching and numbered parameters, are not yet production-ready. The article discusses the new version's improvements and highlights the need for further development and testing before enterprises can safely adopt these cutting-edge capabilities.

Scientists have spotted a rare and massive 'phantom jellyfish' deep in the Pacific Ocean, shedding light on the elusive species and its role in the deep-sea ecosystem.

MiniMax, a Chinese sports equipment manufacturer, saw its shares jump 54% on its Hong Kong debut after raising US$619 million in an initial public offering. The strong market debut reflects investor demand for the company's products and growth potential.