Render Mermaid diagrams as SVGs or ASCII art
The article provides an overview of the Beautiful Mermaid project, an open-source tool that generates UML diagrams from Markdown-like syntax. It highlights the project's key features, including a simple syntax, real-time rendering, and the ability to create various diagram types.
We can't send mail farther than 500 miles (2002)
See also https://ibiblio.org/harris/500milemail-faq.html
Maine’s ‘Lobster Lady’ who fished for nearly a century dies aged 105
The article reports on the passing of Vida Hatch, a Maine lobster fisher who died at the age of 105. It highlights her remarkable life and long career in the lobster industry, which spanned over eight decades.
Mecha Comet – Open Modular Linux Handheld Computer
Mecha.so is a decentralized web3 platform that enables the creation of interactive metaverse experiences. The article discusses the platform's features, including a no-code engine, integrated marketplace, and cross-chain support for building immersive virtual worlds.
Satellites encased in wood are in the works
Researchers are developing wooden satellites as a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional metal satellites. These wooden satellites could help reduce space debris and provide a greener approach to space exploration.
Trinity large: An open 400B sparse MoE model
Trinity, a large language model developed by Anthropic, promises to push the boundaries of AI language capabilities, offering improved safety, alignment, and scalability compared to previous models. The article explores Trinity's architecture, training process, and potential applications in various domains.
Airfoil (2024)
This article explains the principles of airfoil design, focusing on the physical mechanisms that generate lift. It provides a detailed, technical analysis of the pressure distribution and flow characteristics around airfoils, helping to illustrate the fundamental concepts behind aircraft aerodynamics.
Questom (YC F25) is hiring an engineer
Questom, a YC-backed startup, is seeking a Founding Engineer to help build their AI-powered platform that simplifies the complex loan application process for small businesses. The role involves designing and developing the core architecture, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and collaborating closely with the founding team to drive the company's technical vision.
Did a celebrated researcher obscure a baby's poisoning?
https://web.archive.org/web/20260126132426/https://www.newyo...
https://archive.ph/GA6XV
Show HN: A MitM proxy to see what your LLM tools are sending
I built this out of curiosity about what Claude Code was actually sending to the API. Turns out, watching your tokens tick up in real-time is oddly satisfying.
Sherlock sits between your LLM tools and the API, showing you every request with a live dashboard, and auto-saved copies of every prompt as markdown and json.
Somebody used spoofed ADSB signals to raster the meme of JD Vance
https://archive.ph/VrEtg
https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=adfdf9&lat=26.678&lon=-...
Show HN: Shelvy Books
Hey HN! I built a little side project I wanted to share.
Shelvy is a free, visual bookshelf app where you can organize books you're reading, want to read, or have finished. Sign in to save your own collection.
Not monetized, no ads, no tracking beyond basic auth. Just a fun weekend project that grew a bit.
Live: https://shelvybooks.com
Would love any feedback on the UX or feature ideas!
Android's desktop interface leaks
The article discusses a leaked image that suggests Google is working on an Android-based desktop operating system. The leak indicates that this new OS may be intended to compete with other desktop platforms like Windows and macOS.
Bf-Tree: modern read-write-optimized concurrent larger-than-memory range index
The article discusses the bf-tree, an open-source library developed by Microsoft that provides a data structure and algorithms for building efficient binary function trees. The bf-tree is designed to enable fast and memory-efficient programs, particularly in the context of machine learning and artificial intelligence applications.
Mousefood – Build embedded terminal UIs for microcontrollers
Oban, the job processing framework from Elixir, has come to Python
The article provides an overview of Oban, a powerful job processing library for Python, and how it can be used to handle asynchronous tasks and background jobs in web applications. It discusses Oban's key features, such as job scheduling, retrying, and monitoring, and presents a step-by-step guide on implementing Oban in a Python project.
Tesla ending Models S and X production
Tesla is reportedly ending production of its Model S and Model X electric vehicles, instead focusing on its more affordable Model 3 and Model Y models, as the company looks to streamline its product lineup and increase production efficiency.
Computer History Museum Launches Digital Portal to Its Collection
The Computer History Museum has launched a digital portal providing access to its extensive collection, allowing users to explore artifacts, documents, and multimedia related to the history of computing and technology.
UK Government’s ‘AI Skills Hub’ was delivered by PwC for £4.1M
The article discusses the launch of the AI Skills Hub, a platform that provides free online courses and resources to help individuals develop AI-related skills. The hub aims to democratize access to AI education and empower people to navigate the growing field of artificial intelligence.
Hellenistic War-Elephants and the Use of Alcohol Before Battle
The article examines the use of alcohol by Hellenistic war-elephants before battle, exploring historical evidence and potential motivations behind this practice, as well as its impact on the animals and the outcomes of ancient conflicts.
LM Studio 0.4
LMStudio AI announces the release of version 0.4.0, which introduces new features and improvements to their AI-powered design platform, enabling users to create high-quality visuals and animations more efficiently.
Spinning around: Please don't – Common problems with spin locks
The article discusses the history and science behind the gyroscope, a device that uses the principle of angular momentum to maintain orientation and stability. It explores the various applications of gyroscopes in modern technology, from navigation systems to stabilization in cameras and drones.
Show HN: Pinecone Explorer – Desktop GUI for the Pinecone vector database
https://github.com/stepandel/pinecone-explorer
When Every Network is 192.168.1.x
The article discusses the issue of conflicting subnets in network environments, explaining how they can arise and the problems they can cause. It provides guidance on how to identify and resolve such conflicts to ensure efficient network communication.
The Five Levels: From spicy autocomplete to the dark factory
The article discusses the five levels of software development, ranging from simple autocomplete to a fully automated software factory. It highlights the evolution of software development practices and the increasing use of automation and AI in the process.
Some notes on starting to use Django
The article discusses the author's experience starting to use Django, a popular Python web framework. It covers topics such as setting up a development environment, creating a Django project, and understanding the basic structure and components of a Django application.
In a genre where spoilers are devastating, how do we talk about puzzle games?
The article discusses the challenges of discussing and spoiling puzzle games, where information is critical to the experience. It explores the delicate balance between providing insights and preserving the joy of discovery for players.
Amazon cuts 16k jobs
Amazon announces a major restructuring, cutting 16,000 jobs globally as the company faces economic challenges. The layoffs are part of a broader effort to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions.
I overengineered a spinning top [video]
B.A.T.M.A.N Protocol Concept (2011)
The article discusses the BATMAN (Better Approach To Mobile Adhoc Networking) concept, which is an open-source routing protocol for wireless mesh networks. It provides an overview of the BATMAN protocol and its key features, including decentralized routing, efficient communication, and support for mobile nodes.