California DMV approves map increase in Waymo driverless operations
The article outlines the areas of operation approved by the California DMV for Waymo, a leading autonomous vehicle company, to conduct driverless testing and deployment. It provides details on the specific cities and counties where Waymo is authorized to operate its self-driving vehicles without a human driver present.
Childhood Friends, Not Moms, Shape Attachment Styles Most
The article explores how childhood friendships, rather than parental relationships, have a greater influence on the development of attachment styles in adulthood. It highlights the importance of peer relationships in shaping an individual's ability to form secure attachments later in life.
Helping Valve to power up Steam devices
The article discusses Igalia's collaboration with Valve to help improve the Linux gaming experience, including contributions to the Mesa graphics driver and game compatibility on Linux.
Show HN: Wealthfolio 2.0- Open source investment tracker. Now Mobile and Docker
Hi HN, creator of Wealthfolio here.
A year ago, I posted the first version. Since then, the app has matured significantly with two major updates:
1. Multi-platform Support: Now available on Mobile (iOS), Desktop (macOS, Windows, Linux), and as a Self-hosted Docker image. (Android coming soon).
2. Addons System: We added explicit support for extensions so you can hack around, vibe code your own integrations, and customize the app to fit your needs.
The core philosophy remains the same: Always private, transparent, and open source.
Samsung's 60% DRAM price hike signals a new phase of global memory tightening
Samsung's significant price increase for DRAM memory chips has caused major disruptions in the global DRAM market, leading to concerns about supply shortages and rising costs for technology companies and consumers.
Arduino published updated terms and conditions: no longer an open commons
Previous thread: The Death of Arduino? - https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45984143
Personal blogs are back, should niche blogs be next?
The article discusses the shift in the blogging landscape, noting the decline of personal blogs and the rise of niche-focused blogs. It suggests that the future of blogging may lie in the creation of specialized, topical blogs that cater to specific audiences.
You only live once, self host a NAT Gateway
Pixar: The Early Days A never-before-seen 1996 interview
The article explores the early days of Pixar, describing how Steve Jobs acquired the company and turned it into a pioneering force in computer animation, leading to the production of groundbreaking films like Toy Story.
We should all be using dependency cooldowns
The article discusses the concept of 'dependency cooldowns' - a technique to manage software dependencies and prevent frequent, unnecessary updates that can destabilize systems. It argues that dependency cooldowns can improve software reliability and reduce maintenance burden.
You can make PS2 games in JavaScript
The article discusses how developers can now create PlayStation 2 games using JavaScript, leveraging a newly released emulator called PSFXR. This allows for the development of retro-style games that can run on modern web browsers, expanding the possibilities for JavaScript-based game creation.
Explaining, at some length, Techmeme's 20 years of consistency
The article celebrates the 20th anniversary of Techmeme, a leading technology news aggregator. It highlights Techmeme's role in shaping the tech news landscape and its evolution over the past two decades, providing a trusted source of industry updates for readers.
Is Matrix Multiplication Ugly?
The article discusses the complexity and visual representation of matrix multiplication, arguing that it is not an inherently ugly operation, but rather a powerful mathematical tool with a visually appealing underlying structure.
I learned Vulkan and wrote a small game engine with it
The article provides a comprehensive introduction to the Vulkan API, a low-level graphics and compute API designed to provide high-performance, cross-platform 3D and 2D graphics. It covers the basic concepts, components, and workflow of Vulkan, making it a valuable resource for developers interested in learning and implementing this modern graphics API.
Tuxedo Computers Cancels Snapdragon X1 Linux Laptop
Tuxedo Computers announces the discontinuation of ARM-based notebooks featuring the Snapdragon X-Elite SoC, citing the end of Qualcomm's support for this platform and the lack of future software updates as the primary reasons for the decision.
RRules (yes handling RSCALE) using only PL/pgSQL
The article presents a PostgreSQL PL/pgSQL implementation of the iCalendar Recurrence Rule (rrule) specification, which allows for the creation and manipulation of recurring event data in a database.
Building a Durable Execution Engine with SQLite
The article discusses building a durable execution engine using SQLite, a lightweight and reliable database management system. It explores how SQLite can be leveraged to create a robust, fault-tolerant system that can handle complex workflows and long-running processes.
Shop Sans is a typeface for curved text paths
The article discusses the launch of Hex, a new sans-serif font family designed by Lucas Sharp. Hex is described as a versatile and comprehensive type system suitable for a wide range of uses, from branding to editorial design.
The Untold History of Arduino (2016)
The article provides a comprehensive history of the Arduino platform, tracing its origins, development, and impact on the world of open-source hardware and electronics. It highlights the key individuals, events, and milestones that have shaped the Arduino ecosystem over the years.
Prozac 'no better than placebo' for treating children with depression, experts
A new study finds that the antidepressant Prozac is no more effective than a placebo for treating depression in children, according to experts. The findings challenge the widespread use of Prozac and similar drugs for young people with mental health issues.
Solving Fizz Buzz with Cosines
The article presents a novel approach to the classic FizzBuzz programming problem, using cosine functions to determine the output. It explores the mathematical relationship between cosines and the FizzBuzz patterns, offering a unique and engaging take on this well-known problem.
3D printing with unconventional vase mode
The article explores the use of unconventional 'vase mode' settings in 3D printing, which can produce unique and visually striking results. It discusses the technique, its benefits, and provides examples of the kinds of objects that can be created using this method.
Pivot Robotics (YC W24) Is Hiring for an Industrial Automation Hardware Engineer
Pivot Robotics is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Controls to join their team. This role involves designing and developing control systems for their robotic products, with a focus on motion control, sensors, and software integration.
The Afterlife of Hilma Af Klint, Painting's Posthumous Star
The article explores the posthumous rise to prominence of the Swedish artist Hilma af Klint, whose abstract paintings were largely unknown during her lifetime but have since been celebrated as pioneering works of modern abstract art, influencing the development of the genre.
Olmo 3: Charting a path through the model flow to lead open-source AI
The article discusses the OLMO3 language model, which was developed by the Allen Institute for AI. OLMO3 is a large language model trained on a diverse set of data, and it has shown strong performance on a variety of natural language processing tasks.
FAWK: LLMs can write a language interpreter
The article explores the author's experience in creating a language interpreter using large language models (LLMs) like GPT-3. It discusses the challenges and potential of LLMs in building programming language interpreters, highlighting their capabilities and limitations in this domain.
Boom, bubble, bust, boom. Why should AI be different?
The article explores the cyclical nature of technological booms and busts, and questions whether artificial intelligence (AI) will follow a similar pattern. It examines the factors that contribute to these cycles and suggests that AI may not be immune to the boom-bust-boom cycle experienced by other emerging technologies.
Homeschooling hits record numbers
The article reports that homeschooling has reached record numbers in recent years, with the COVID-19 pandemic leading to a significant increase in the number of families choosing to educate their children at home.
Making a Small RPG
The article discusses the process of creating a small RPG game, including the use of JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, as well as the design and implementation of game mechanics, such as character creation, inventory management, and combat systems.
We remain alive also in a dead internet
The article explores the philosophical concept of remaining alive in a 'dead' world, discussing how individuals can find meaning and purpose despite the challenges of modern life. It delves into the idea of preserving our humanity and maintaining a connection to the world around us.