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cod1r about 8 hours ago

“Erdos problem #728 was solved more or less autonomously by AI”

mathstodon.xyz
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Oh My Zsh adds bloat
fla about 2 hours ago

Oh My Zsh adds bloat

The article provides an introduction to the Z shell (zsh), a powerful and versatile alternative to the default Bash shell. It discusses the key features and benefits of zsh, including its extensibility, customization options, and improved command-line experience.

rushter.com
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TechTechTech 3 days ago

Changes to Android Open Source Project

The article provides an overview of the Android open-source platform, its architecture, development tools, and ecosystem. It covers the key components and features that make Android a popular mobile operating system for a wide range of devices.

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pseudolus 4 days ago

Greenland sharks maintain vision for centuries through DNA repair mechanism

Greenland sharks can live for centuries and have unique eye adaptations that allow them to see in the murky waters of the Arctic. Researchers have investigated the vision of these long-lived sharks to better understand their biology and behavior.

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themanmaran about 12 hours ago

JavaScript Demos in 140 Characters

dwitter.net is a community for sharing and exploring short, creative JavaScript snippets. The website features a collection of user-submitted code snippets, each limited to 140 characters, that demonstrate unique visual effects and interactive experiences.

dwitter.net
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RTX 5090 and Raspberry Pi: Can it game?
scottjg about 11 hours ago

RTX 5090 and Raspberry Pi: Can it game?

The article compares the performance of two old, low-powered computers - a Raspberry Pi and a Commodore 64 - in various tasks, highlighting their capabilities and limitations in a lighthearted manner.

scottjg.com
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otoolep about 8 hours ago

Start your meetings at 5 minutes past

The article suggests starting meetings at 5 minutes past the hour, rather than on the hour, to make the most efficient use of time and ensure participants are present and ready to begin promptly.

philipotoole.com
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How Markdown took over the world
zdw about 13 hours ago

How Markdown took over the world

The article explores how Markdown, a simple text formatting syntax, has become widely adopted and transformed the way content is created and published on the web. It discusses the origins, key features, and the widespread impact of Markdown on various industries and platforms.

anildash.com
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Show HN: Miditui – a terminal app/UI for MIDI composing, mixing, and playback
minimaxir 1 day ago

Show HN: Miditui – a terminal app/UI for MIDI composing, mixing, and playback

The article introduces miditui, a Python library that provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for working with MIDI data, allowing users to easily visualize and edit MIDI files without needing to write complex code.

github.com
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Maine's black market for baby eels
noleary about 4 hours ago

Maine's black market for baby eels

The article explores the illicit trade of baby eels, known as elvers, in Maine, which has become the subject of a growing crime thriller subgenre. It delves into the lucrative and dangerous black market surrounding this valuable natural resource and the law enforcement efforts to crack down on the illegal poaching and trafficking of these rare juvenile eels.

pressherald.com
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zdw 6 days ago

How will the miracle happen today?

The article explores how technological advancements and the 'miraculous' have become intertwined in modern society, examining how the public's perception of miracles has evolved and the role technology plays in shaping these beliefs.

kk.org
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donutthejedi about 11 hours ago

Show HN: Rocket Launch and Orbit Simulator

I (17y/o) have been developing a rocket launch simulation that allows the user to explore what it's like launching a rocket from earth and putting it into orbit. This idea originally started as an educational simulation but as i've gone more down the rabbit hole the more i've wanted to make it realistic. The problem is that I've never had a formal orbital mechanics class or anything like that so I don't know what I'm missing, what I currently have implemented is:

  Variable gravity
  Variable Atmospheric drag (US Standard Atmosphere 1976)
  Multi-stage rockets
  Closed-loop guidance / pitch programs (works well within ranges 350km to 600km)
  Orbital prediction and thrusting options to change your orbit.
The feedback I'm looking for is: UI improvements and possible future physics implementations that I can work on.

Current code and physics can be found at: https://github.com/donutTheJedi/Rocket-Launch-Simulation

donutthejedi.com
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Show HN: Scroll Wikipedia like TikTok
sdan about 12 hours ago

Show HN: Scroll Wikipedia like TikTok

Hey - I've been playing with LLMs since GPT-2 and recently experimented with fully generative UIs where the HTML/Canvas are generated just-in-time.

Every post on the feed( on slop/duck/storytime) you see is streamed and generated just-in-time with HTML and into a Canvas with Gemini 3 Flash.

Comments and DMs are bidirectionally linked with a Cloudflare Workers Durable Object which is why they feel so fast. Every generated post is saved into a DO SQLite which is then served into the "Following" feed so it can be served quicker.

This was inspired by Wikitok, a VSCode Extension I made around brainrot, and another fully generative UI site I made.

quack.sdan.io
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noleary 1 day ago

Scientists discover oldest poison, on 60k-year-old arrows

https://archive.ph/qGfbk

nytimes.com
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Alien: Braun Aromaster KF 20 Coffee Makers (2012)
exvi 7 days ago

Alien: Braun Aromaster KF 20 Coffee Makers (2012)

The article discusses the KF-20, a unique coffee-making machine designed by Kazuo Fukushima in the 1970s. It highlights the machine's innovative features, such as its electromagnetic operation and ability to brew coffee without a traditional filtering system.

alienexplorations.blogspot.com
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sidcool about 14 hours ago

Cloudflare CEO on the Italy fines

https://xcancel.com/eastdakota/status/2009654937303896492

https://torrentfreak.com/italy-fines-cloudflare-e14-million-...

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c0nsumer about 3 hours ago

OLED, Not for Me

The article discusses the author's experience with OLED displays, highlighting the issues they encountered, such as image retention and screen burn-in, and explaining why they do not believe OLED technology is the best choice for their needs.

nuxx.net
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My article on why AI is great (or terrible) or how to use it
akshayka about 12 hours ago

My article on why AI is great (or terrible) or how to use it

The article discusses the potential risks and downsides of AI zealotry, highlighting the need for a more balanced and nuanced approach to the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies.

matthewrocklin.com
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justincormack 4 days ago

Favorite Tech Museums

This article highlights some of the world's top technology museums, offering insights into the history and evolution of various technological advancements. It provides a concise overview of noteworthy museums that showcase cutting-edge innovations, educational exhibits, and interactive experiences related to the field of technology.

aresluna.org
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HelloUsername about 18 hours ago

Kagi releases alpha version of Orion for Linux

The article provides an overview of the Linux operating system, explaining its history, key features, and widespread use in various industries and applications. It highlights Linux's open-source nature, customizability, and growing popularity as an alternative to proprietary operating systems.

help.kagi.com
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mmcclure 1 day ago

The rise and fall of the company behind Reader Rabbit (2018)

The article examines the history of The Learning Company, the developer behind popular educational software titles like Reader Rabbit and Zoombinis. It explores the company's rise and eventual decline, and how its innovative edutainment games paved the way for the modern educational technology industry.

theoutline.com
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CDC staff 'blindsided' as child vaccine schedule unilaterally overhauled
stopbulying about 2 hours ago

CDC staff 'blindsided' as child vaccine schedule unilaterally overhauled

The article reports that the CDC was blindsided by the unilateral overhaul of the child vaccine schedule, which has led to significant disruptions and confusion in the public health community.

unmc.edu
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Show HN: I made a memory game to teach you to play piano by ear
vunderba about 13 hours ago

Show HN: I made a memory game to teach you to play piano by ear

lend-me-your-ears.specr.net
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nutellalover 1 day ago

How to code Claude Code in 200 lines of code

The article explores the metaphor of 'The Emperor's New Clothes' and how it relates to societal and political issues, highlighting the importance of critical thinking and speaking up against deception, even when it is widely accepted.

mihaileric.com
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Sigmund Freud's Begonia
dang about 9 hours ago

Sigmund Freud's Begonia

The article explores the connection between Emma Freud, the granddaughter of Sigmund Freud, and a begonia plant that she inherited from her grandfather. It delves into the emotional significance of this plant and its role in preserving the legacy of the renowned psychoanalyst.

observer.co.uk
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Robotopia: A 3D, first-person, talking simulator
psawaya 1 day ago

Robotopia: A 3D, first-person, talking simulator

Introducing Robotopia, a 3D first-person shooter game where players control robots and compete in intense battles. The game features a unique art style, customizable robots, and various game modes designed to provide an engaging and immersive gameplay experience.

elbowgreasegames.substack.com
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fuck_flock about 14 hours ago

Flock Hardcoded the Password for America's Surveillance Infrastructure 53 Times

The article reveals that the security camera company Flocksafety hardcoded the password for its surveillance infrastructure, exposing it to potential security breaches. This raises concerns about the company's security practices and the vulnerability of America's surveillance infrastructure.

nexanet.ai
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How to store a chess position in 26 bytes (2022)
kurinikku about 16 hours ago

How to store a chess position in 26 bytes (2022)

The article explains a technique for storing a chess position in just 26 bytes using bit-level manipulation. It demonstrates how to efficiently encode the position of pieces on the chess board using a compact binary representation, which can be useful for various chess-related applications.

ezzeriesa.notion.site
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puzer 4 days ago

Show HN: Similarity = cosine(your_GitHub_stars, Karpathy) Client-side

GitHub profile analysis - Build your embedding from your Stars - Compare and discover popular people with similar interests and share yours - Generate a Skill Radar - Recommend repositories you might like

puzer.github.io
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Deno has made its PyPI distribution official
zahlman about 9 hours ago

Deno has made its PyPI distribution official

The article discusses a proposal to add a new feature to Deno, a modern JavaScript runtime, that would allow importing and using modules directly from Git repositories. This feature would simplify the process of managing dependencies and improve the overall developer experience when working with Deno.

github.com
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