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What is Wrong in Blockchain Marketing: The Builder Effect

Athena Scale • 19 implied HN points • 08 May 23
🕹 Technology Blockchain Marketing Developers Infrastructure Documentation
  1. The network effect in blockchain marketing plays a crucial role in attracting users.
  2. In blockchain, the builder's effect emphasizes that the value of a product increases with the quality of the builders on it.
  3. Blockchains should focus on attracting new developers to their space to build better products and increase their value.
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Writing Libraries for AIs to Use

General Robots • 2 HN points • 12 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Coding Programming Machine Learning Documentation
  1. Programs, libraries, and programming languages that are compatible with efficient AI assistance are likely to be favored over abstractions LLMs struggle with.
  2. Using AI assistance like ChatGPT and Github Copilot can significantly boost productivity in coding tasks, especially for less experienced programmers or when working in unfamiliar domains.
  3. LLMs excel at pattern matching, but struggle with newer or less common patterns; providing examples and good documentation can greatly improve LLM performance.

Minimal Modeling: processes and deliverables

Minimal Modeling • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Database Design Documentation
  1. Creating a logical model from textual descriptions helps database novices and streamlines schema design.
  2. Designing physical table schemas based on the logical model involves making choices and adapting to business changes.
  3. Extracting a logical model from a real-world database using minimal modeling can improve onboarding and communication in a lightweight, collaborative way.

API First? No, thank you! Schema-first, please!

Reflective Software Engineering • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🕹 Technology APIs Documentation Code generation Open Source
  1. Start with defining the API schema instead of API-first approach as it allows for early feedback, unblocks consumer development, and enables incremental progress.
  2. An API schema specifies all endpoints, interactions, and responses, and can be visualized in tools like Swagger, aiding in documentation and code generation.
  3. Working schema-first has benefits like enabling real-time collaboration, source-controlled contract, and code generation capabilities based on the formal specification.

🧟‍♀️ Newsletter WoR #52: we get some Halloween scare, something new with Angular (you heard that right), if size is important...

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 08 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Coding Frameworks Web Development Machine Learning Documentation
  1. Angular introduces a new full-stack framework called Analog.js, incorporating Vite, Nx, and Nitro for features like routing per file, SSR, and SSG.
  2. The newsletter discusses making Sorbet compatible with Ruby 3.2 for developers to leverage new features like the Data class and anonymous arguments.
  3. Understanding the concept of headless CMS is highlighted, showcasing how it enhances modularity for content creators by reducing dependency on the development team.

🎠 Newsletter #29: a preview for ruby 2.3.0, build your network in tech, some hardware with the NES...

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 12 Apr 22
🕹 Technology Programming Networking Documentation Hardware Events
  1. The newsletter covers updates on Ruby and Rails, career advice for Ruby developers, and optimization of ActiveRecords queries.
  2. Tips shared include using the #squeeze method in Ruby, the importance of building and maintaining a strong network in tech, and developing a personal brand.
  3. Some interesting topics discussed are the challenges with carousel designs, self-documenting code with AI, and a dive into the success of the NES in the hardware world.

🏞 Newsletter #27: take the power, scale without drowning, automate your documentation...

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 22
🕹 Technology Web Ruby CSS Documentation Coding
  1. The importance of changing the traditional definition of power to allow women of color to access leadership roles
  2. Tips and experiences shared on scaling a company during rapid growth periods
  3. Solutions to automate documentation to ensure good and thorough documentation in software development

Automate Production in Three Steps!

Certo Modo • 0 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Automation Documentation Tools Features Production
  1. Automating manual tasks is crucial for growth, as manual work can consume time needed for innovation and advancement.
  2. Runbooks, as documented step-by-step instructions, are key to delegating work, reducing single points of failure, and ensuring consistency in task execution.
  3. Converting manual scripts into full-fledged software services allows for instant and automated task completion, improving efficiency and reducing human involvement.

Running Successful Engagements

Certo Modo • 0 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Team Collaboration Documentation Feedback
  1. Identify and maintain a relationship with the team's point of contact to ensure clear communication and accountability.
  2. Prior to starting an engagement, conduct initial discovery to understand the team's operational needs and potential risks.
  3. Create a clear engagement document outlining goals, expectations, and metrics for success, ensuring alignment with the team's objectives.

Step 4: Community Organizing

Crypto Good • 0 implied HN points • 06 May 23
🔮 Crypto Tools Documentation
  1. Using essential tools like a space for community and writing platforms is crucial for starting an Impact DAO.
  2. Documenting everything, including values, mission, and wins, is important for organizational knowledge and growth.
  3. Understanding the best ops structure like workstreams or pods is key in managing a DAO effectively.

Driving changes: how to deal with pushbacks

Teamwork in Tech • 0 implied HN points • 25 May 23
🕹 Technology Engineering Innovation Management Documentation Systems
  1. Pushbacks on initiatives can happen due to various reasons like disbelief in promised goals, dissatisfaction with implemented solutions, or disagreement on the importance of the problem.
  2. To prevent pushback, ensure clear communication, involve stakeholders in defining and solving problems, and provide supporting evidence and documentation.
  3. When facing pushback, focus on understanding the perspectives of those involved, address concerns proactively, and work collaboratively to find solutions that benefit everyone.

2023 Bank Term Funding Program Tutorial: A Step-by-Step Guide for CFOs and Bank Owners

The Tweetsift Report • 0 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
💰 Finance Banking Loans Documentation Tutorial
  1. The Bank Term Funding Program offers loans up to one year with specific eligible collaterals like U.S. Treasuries.
  2. To participate, banks must follow a step-by-step process including confirming eligibility and submitting required documentation.
  3. Operating Circular No. 10 outlines essential documentation needed, like legal documents and financial statements, for participation in Federal Reserve Programs.