The hottest Classes Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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vrk loves paper 239 implied HN points 07 Dec 23
  1. Taking art classes, like figure drawing, can significantly improve your skills and understanding of art. It's great to learn techniques hands-on with a teacher guiding you.
  2. Making zines can be a fun and creative way to express yourself. It's exciting to see your work shared and sold in stores, making it feel more official.
  3. Exploring new hobbies, like origami or paper crafts, can be a fun and fulfilling way to spend your time. It helps with relaxation and creativity, especially during festive seasons.
Mostly Python 628 implied HN points 30 Mar 23
  1. Copying a list in Python can lead to unexpected behavior if the items in the list are mutable objects.
  2. To create a true copy of a list with mutable objects, use the deepcopy() function from the copy module.
  3. When working with Python lists, consider the nature of the items in the list to decide between using list[:], list.copy(), or deepcopy().
MLOps Newsletter 78 implied HN points 27 Jan 24
  1. Modular Deep Learning proposes splitting models into smaller, independent modules for specific subtasks.
  2. Modularity in AI development can lead to collaborative and efficient ecosystem and democratize AI development.
  3. PyTorch 2.0 introduces performance gains such as faster inference and training speeds, autotuning, quantization, and improved memory management.
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Deus In Machina 72 implied HN points 02 Mar 23
  1. Simula was a significant influence on the design of languages like C++ and Java, showcasing Object-Oriented Programming concepts.
  2. Finding an implementation for Simula, like Portable Simula, can be a bit challenging but rewarding.
  3. Simula uses unique syntax like keyword-based blocks, explicit statement endings with semicolons, and different assignment operators for text variables.