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GrapheneOS is a privacy and security-focused Android operating system that aims to provide a more secure and private alternative to mainstream Android versions. It emphasizes strong security measures, app sandboxing, and user privacy, making it a compelling choice for those concerned about digital privacy and security.

The article discusses the use of four-column ASCII art as a form of creative expression, highlighting its technical constraints and the artistic challenges involved in crafting intricate designs within these limitations.

A 14-year-old inventor is using origami principles to design emergency shelters that are sturdy, cost-efficient, and easy to deploy, addressing the critical need for affordable and practical housing solutions in disaster-stricken areas.

The article provides an overview of the CAR file format, a data format used to represent 3D models, particularly in computer graphics applications. It discusses the structure and components of the CAR file format, including its use in various industries and applications.

The article discusses the rise of the Triforce, a popular game emulator for the Nintendo GameCube and Wii consoles. It highlights the emulator's key features, its development history, and its growing popularity among the gaming community.

The article explains the Spectra protocol, a decentralized finance (DeFi) project that enables cross-chain atomic swaps and enables users to exchange assets across different blockchains without the need for a centralized intermediary.

The article discusses the challenges faced by W. Edwards Deming, a pioneer of quality management, in promoting his ideas in the United States. It highlights how Deming's approach, which emphasized systemic improvements, was often overlooked or misunderstood by American businesses focused on short-term gains.

The article discusses the emerging Bluetooth privacy threat known as 'BlueBorne,' which allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to devices through Bluetooth vulnerabilities. It highlights the importance of staying informed about Bluetooth security issues and keeping devices updated to protect against such attacks.

The article presents a novel approach for generating high-quality 3D models from 2D images using a deep learning-based method. It demonstrates the effectiveness of this technique in producing detailed and realistic 3D reconstructions from single input images.

Fun little side project I built after learning about circuit bending in cameras for intentional glitch effect. It is browser based camera toy where you "rewire" CCD pin pairs, turn knobs to get different glitch artefacts in real time to capture as photos. I had fun learning to simulate different pin modes - channel split, hue/phase shifts, horizontal clock delays, colour kill etc.

Here are some photos taken: https://glitchycam.com/gallery

I intentionally leaned towards skeuomorphic design for nostalgia. I miss the days where I'd spend hours making a button to look like a physical button. Here I chose to make it look like a "good enough" Teenage Engineering device UI.

I tested/used GPT-5.3-Codex to build this from scratch, since there was a lot of hype around it on X. Maybe I wasn’t using it right, but I found it needed a lot of code cleanup at every step and a lot of hand holding along the way. It missed details/nuances and didn't land the skeuomorphic buttons or the interaction polish. It mostly helped with boilerplate where there wasn't much thinking/detailing. It did give a basic starting point for the effect calculations, but didn't really move the needle on the details.

Please give it a go and let me know what you think - your photos and video never leave your browser (you can download them if you choose to). Everything is processed locally in your browser (works offline), nothing is uploaded or seen by anyone.

This article provides an introduction to PyTorch, a popular open-source machine learning library. It covers the fundamental concepts of PyTorch, including tensors, gradients, and neural networks, as well as how to get started with building and training models.

The article discusses the demise of Show HN, a popular feature on Hacker News that allowed users to showcase their projects. It explores the reasons behind its decline, including changes in the platform's priorities and the challenges faced by smaller creators in gaining visibility.

Freeflow is an open-source, self-hosted, and privacy-focused alternative to popular social media platforms. It aims to provide users with a decentralized and ad-free social networking experience that prioritizes user control and data privacy.

The article explores the use of artificial intelligence to model the behavior of molecules, which could lead to a better understanding of the nature of mind and consciousness. It discusses how this approach is challenging traditional notions of intelligence and revealing new perspectives on the fundamental principles underlying cognition.

The article discusses Gabriel Cabrera's journey as a software engineer, highlighting his passion for building and designing products that solve real-world problems. It covers his professional experiences, projects, and insights into the tech industry.

The article discusses the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, particularly in areas like disease diagnosis, drug discovery, and patient monitoring. It explores the potential benefits and challenges of AI in the medical field, highlighting the need for responsible development and deployment of these technologies.

Ghidra is an open-source software reverse engineering (SRE) framework developed by the National Security Agency (NSA) that allows users to analyze compiled code on a variety of platforms and architectures. It provides a comprehensive set of tools for disassembling, decompiling, and analyzing programs, including support for a wide range of file formats and processor instruction sets.

The article discusses the psychological impact of 'token anxiety' in video games, where players become addicted to the dopamine rush from earning and collecting in-game rewards. It explores the parallels between this behavior and the compulsive nature of slot machines, highlighting the potential for video game mechanics to exploit player psychology and create unhealthy gaming habits.

My great-grandfather Reuben P. Box was a US Forest Ranger in Northern California, and I've got his daily work diary from 1927-1945, through the depression, WWII, Conservation Corps, and lots of forest fires. I've scanned the entire thing, had Claude help with transcription, indexing, and web site building, and put the whole thing here:

https://forestrydiary.com/

This is one of those projects I've sat on for years, but with Claude and Mistral helping with the handwriting recognition, and even helping me write a custom scanning app that would auto scan each page and put it into a database as I assembled everything.

As far as I know, this is the only US Forestry Diary that has been fully scanned in and published. I understand that there are other diaries in some collections, but none have been scanned in. I hope this helps somebody. Please let me know if it does.

This is the sort of project Claude and AI can help with - A personal project that sits on the shelf forever, but now a reasonable project that can be published in my spare time. I'm not trying to earn money on this, but just improving our knowledge and history just a little bit.

The article discusses the history and development of the dBASE database management system, which was a popular software for personal computers in the 1980s. It outlines the key features and capabilities of dBASE and its significant impact on the early personal computer industry.

The article describes how to run the Nanoclaw tool, a secure shell sandbox, in a Docker container. It provides instructions on building the Docker image and running the Nanoclaw tool within the container, allowing for a secure and isolated environment for executing untrusted code.

The article discusses the challenges and benefits of building software for a single user or small team, rather than a larger audience. It highlights the importance of focusing on the specific needs of the target user and the advantages of having a more streamlined development process.

This blog post discusses the author's experience of posting their project on Hacker News, including insights into the community's reception, the benefits of gaining visibility, and the challenges of managing the increased traffic and user engagement.

The article explores the complex relationship between the brain and the human experience, arguing that we are more than just our brains and that our sense of self extends beyond the physical organ. It encourages readers to consider the broader context of their lives and the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and environment.

Related: Show HN: JeffTube - https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47030797

Dear HN,

My wife and I both love nature and have always wanted a Pokémon go style app, to collect and learn about different species we find.

All the usual species identifying apps were didn’t feel fun enough, so we designed and built one together!

Would love for you guys to give it a try and share any thoughts you have.

The article discusses the Amati King Cello, the oldest known cello in existence dating back to around 1560. It explores the historical significance and unique characteristics of this rare musical instrument, which is considered a masterpiece of the Amati family of luthiers.

I was frustrated with how bad a signal of progress through a big PR "Files viewed" was, so I made a "Lines viewed" indicator to complement it.

Designed to look like a stock Github UI element - even respects light/dark theme. Runs fully locally, no API calls.

Splits insertions and deletions by default, but you can also merge them into a single "lines" figure in the settings.

The article provides a comprehensive guide on PCB rework and repair, covering topics such as surface mount soldering techniques, component removal and replacement, and best practices for maintaining a clean and functional printed circuit board.