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The hottest Substack posts of Kotobago Newsletter

And their main takeaways

how to setup elm development

0 implied HN points • 19 Dec 19
  1. Start projects with a simple structure in a new folder.
  2. Use `elm init` instead of Create Elm App.
  3. Utilize `elm-live` for development and a makefile for production builds.

Ubik

0 implied HN points • 28 May 20
  1. Virtual reality and bio-robotics may reach a level where they are indistinguishable from reality.
  2. Nanotechnology and intelligent material can create objects that can change shape and properties on command.
  3. Specialized nano-factories with trillions of parallel assembly lines can produce complex end products efficiently.

Sunsets forever

0 implied HN points • 27 Dec 20
  1. The idea of a website showing live sunset videos from around the world
  2. Planning is key before building a website to save time
  3. Consider using a backend server like Elixir LiveView for future iterations of the website

Organize

0 implied HN points • 17 Jan 21
  1. Consider using a numbering system to organize folders for easy retrieval.
  2. Implement fast search methods to locate specific files quickly.
  3. Group files by media type and function for efficient organization.

invisible terminal

0 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Computing Accessibility Interfaces Storage
  1. Ubiquitous computing may not always involve augmented displays, but could include no display at all.
  2. Consider exploring how blind individuals use computers and the tools they use for programming.
  3. Blob storage can offer a modern alternative to conventional filesystem navigation by eliminating the need for creating folders.
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on giving back

0 implied HN points • 03 Oct 19
  1. #2, #3, and #4 are closely related in addressing inequality through business strategies.
  2. Externalities are important to consider for producers beyond just meeting business needs.
  3. Asking and helping communities directly is crucial for impactful development projects.

comparing neighborhoods

0 implied HN points • 24 Jun 19
  1. It's important to focus on analyzing and comparing neighborhoods to understand their unique characteristics.
  2. Historical areas in cities may vary in authenticity and significance, with some areas preserving history better than others.
  3. Architecture and urban planning should consider the psychological impacts of the built environment, beyond just aesthetics and functionality.

editing asynchronous content into a seamless experience

0 implied HN points • 08 Sep 19
  1. Communication challenges will increase as humans travel further from Earth due to time-space constraints.
  2. Establishing a protocol for simultaneous interaction across vast distances may become possible in the future.
  3. High bandwidth but high latency communication systems may enable real-time interactions by sending all possible interactions from each person.