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Re-evaluating Comp Sci Education: Scraping And Visualizing Data in Python With ChatGPT

Data at Depth • 0 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The use of ChatGPT has revolutionized the delivery and assessment of computer programming curriculum for professors in Computer Science education.
  2. Scraping and visualizing data in Python is an essential skill that can be enhanced with tools like ChatGPT.
  3. Access to quality curriculum resources has been significantly improved through the use of ChatGPT in education.

RDEL #33: Does AI-assistance lead engineers to write more insecure code?

Research-Driven Engineering Leadership • 0 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Using AI coding assistants can lead engineers to produce less secure code compared to not using these tools.
  2. Engineers tend to overestimate the security of code generated with AI assistants, creating a false sense of security.
  3. Integrating specific security practices into the development workflow when using AI coding assistants can help uphold security standards and guidelines.
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How to Become a Great Programmer

Carl's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 25 May 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Great programmers need persistence, ambition, and passion for technology to succeed. Not giving up despite challenges and continuously learning is key.
  2. Focus on building a few quality projects and demonstrating initiative is more valuable than having a large portfolio. Convincing employers of your capability and value is essential.
  3. Having mentors and being part of a supportive engineering culture is crucial for growth from knowing how to program to becoming a great engineer. Learning from experienced engineers plays a significant role in skill development.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 25 May 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Stay updated on the top 5 HackerNews posts with a daily dose provided by a writer named Sachin Chavan.
  2. Explore interesting posts like financial analysis with large language models, a universal tag editor, and a new reactive desktop GUI toolkit for Go.
  3. Check out job opportunities from companies like Freshpaint and Flexport in the tech industry.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 17 May 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Today's top 5 HackerNews posts cover a range of topics like a forged Apple employee badge, Slack AI training with customer data, and exercises to learn Rust.
  2. The posts also include news about Winamp opening up its source code and visualizing algorithms for rate limiting.
  3. Bonus section highlights job opportunities at companies like OneSignal, Skio, and Reflex, showing Y Combinator's reach in the tech hiring space.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 16 May 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Venture capitalists may not always act as your friends in the business world.
  2. New exponent functions are being developed to make SiLU and SoftMax 2x faster without compromising accuracy.
  3. Local governments in Utah are bringing 10 Gbps fiber internet to residents at affordable rates.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 10 May 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The post shares the top 5 HackerNews posts, including topics like xkcd's 'Machine' development notes and converting LLMs to parallel decoders.
  2. One interesting post talks about saving the day by lying to the CTO, showcasing a unique anecdote from professional life.
  3. The bonus section includes job opportunities like hiring for a Founding Engineer for CodeStory, which is seen as an AI-Native IDE.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 03 May 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. A new startup is selling coffee through SSH, showcasing unique innovation in the market.
  2. mRNA Cancer Vaccine is being developed to reprogram the immune system for rapid treatment of Glioblastoma.
  3. People are curious about creating attractive demos for startups, indicating a growing interest in marketing and presentation skills.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 21 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The post shares the top 5 HackerNews posts, giving readers a daily dose of interesting tech news.
  2. One of the posts discusses the experience of buying 300 emoji domain names from Kazakhstan to build an email service.
  3. Bonus job opportunities from companies like Emerge and Mintlify are included in the post.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 20 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Today's top 5 HackerNews posts include a rich text editor update, an opportunity to apply to Y Combinator, and a development for Multipath TCP in Linux.
  2. A study shows students with alphabetically lower-ranked names may receive lower grades.
  3. Valkey is gaining popularity over Redis according to latest data.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The post shares the top 5 HackerNews posts for the day.
  2. The topics range from technical discussions like Rust calling convention to real-world news like Tesla recalls.
  3. Additionally, job opportunities from various companies like Chariot and Keeling Labs are highlighted.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 16 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Today's top 5 HackerNews posts are shared daily in a list format.
  2. The posts shared in the top 5 discuss various topics like source code, software vulnerabilities, and illegal activities.
  3. Bonus job listings are also included in the post for OneSignal and Skio, offering opportunities for engineers.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 12 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Today's top 5 HN posts include an open source initiative for heat pump data, Tinygrad enabling P2P, and a loss of faith in Kagi.
  2. One post talks about DNS over Wikipedia, and another mentions a peculiar incident at Seven Sisters tube station.
  3. Bonus content includes job opportunities from Etleap and Evidence, both associated with Y Combinator.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 11 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The post shares the top 5 HackerNews posts, including AI-generated music and AI pair programming tools.
  2. It includes job postings from companies like Fern and Mux, for positions like Front End Engineer and Product Designer.
  3. There's a humorous mention of someone looking for a contact at OpenAI due to a 'spider problem.'

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 09 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Today's Top 5 HN posts offer insights into LLM training in C/CUDA, AI's impact on Go players, and a new open LLM alternative.
  2. The diverse topics covered include plant root system drawings and a discrete logic network card creation.
  3. Bonus job postings highlight opportunities at UpCodes and GoGoGrandparent for engineering roles.

Today's Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 28 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The post shares the top 5 HackerNews posts for the day, giving readers a daily dose of interesting content.
  2. One of the top posts discusses the approval of a new $15 toll to drive into Manhattan by the MTA board.
  3. There's also an interesting query about the developments in machine learning that are overshadowed by large language models.

Today's Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 03 Aug 22
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The post shares the top 5 Hacker News posts of the day.
  2. The topics include using one big server, Airflow's problem, crimes with Python's pattern matching, a simple Unix-like teaching operating system called Xv6, and using Firecracker and Go for running short, untrusted code execution jobs.
  3. Readers can subscribe to the publication to receive new posts and support the author's work.

Getting Started with Farspeak

Substack von FARSPEAK • 0 implied HN points • 16 May 24
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Farspeak is an integrated platform for building production-ready AI applications, simplifying the development process for web and app developers.
  2. Farspeak offers language support beyond Python, includes integrated storage solutions for structured and unstructured data, and handles dynamic data efficiently.
  3. Farspeak enables efficient tasks such as writing data, uploading files, scraping web data, querying candidates, and automating tasks, streamlining the AI app development process.

PowerApps beginner Series #1 - Dev Program and Azure fundamentals

Power Platform News • 0 implied HN points • 28 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Some aspects of the Microsoft PowerUp program can be improved, like the absence of OneDrive or SharePoint with associated emails.
  2. For new Power Platform Developers, the best way to start is by signing up for Office 365 Dev program, creating a development environment, and using make.powerapps.com to begin.
  3. Start with essential tools like PowerApps or Power Automate before delving into more complex topics like RPA to have a smoother learning journey.

Gradient Flow #19: AI in Finance, Infinite Laptops, Software 2.0

Gradient Flow • 0 implied HN points • 08 Oct 20
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. AI is making strides in financial forecasting using deep learning, creating new opportunities in investing and asset management.
  2. Innovations like Anyscale offer the convenience of laptop development with the power of the cloud, bridging a gap in the industry.
  3. Tools for automating software development are emerging to enhance developer productivity amidst a high demand for skilled developers.

Celebrating Ada Lovelace Day and more

Robots & Startups • 0 implied HN points • 13 Oct 21
🔬 Science Programming
  1. A free course by Anina Net and AWS is available for 70 women or girls from underrepresented backgrounds to learn Python and robotics.
  2. ROSCon '21 Viewing Party on October 20-21, 2021, can be attended through the Eventbrite link provided.
  3. Subscription to Robots & Startups allows access to the full post archives with a 7-day free trial.

A day at work

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 23 Oct 20
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Performance reviews can be nerve-wracking but can lead to unexpected surprises, like a promotion
  2. Facing technical challenges at work can be frustrating but also rewarding when solved, like deciphering a cryptogram
  3. Taking breaks, exploring new strategies, and collaborating with teammates are key in problem-solving and personal growth

On testing (EC)DH and (EC)DSA

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 11 Apr 17
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Validate domain parameters to ensure security in (EC)DSA and (EC)DH. In real-world applications, parameters are typically generated internally or selected from standard options.
  2. In (EC)DSA, if Mallory can manipulate domain parameters, key recovery becomes a potential issue. ECDSA could be vulnerable if the base point and curve are not properly validated.
  3. For (EC)DH security, thorough validation of domain parameters is crucial, especially in scenarios where parameters are chosen by a potentially untrusted source like in SSL handshake.

Một nghiên cứu thất bại

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 30 Mar 16
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Understand your tools and use them efficiently. Don't waste time trying to solve a problem in a complex way when a simple solution already exists.
  2. Experiment with your ideas without bias. Test all scenarios, even those that may disprove your initial hypothesis. Failure is part of the research process.
  3. Research and learn from existing studies before diving into a new project. Taking a few minutes to search for prior work can save time, money, and prevent investing in unfruitful ideas.

Exploiting the math/rsa bug in Go

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 16
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. The math/rsa bug in Go impacted crypto/tls and crypto/openpgp, prompting the need to change RSA private keys.
  2. Go uses Montgomery reduction and Chinese Remainder Theorem to speed up modular operations, but a small mistake led to leaking RSA private keys.
  3. By exploiting the bug, one can potentially obtain the RSA private key values and learn how multiple modular results can help determine values like 'q'.

Another update on memset()

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 29 Dec 15
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Unit tests for submissions run through standard C tests with a function pointer, so function must work properly in a C program.
  2. Special compiler options or attributes to reduce code size are not used in unit tests.
  3. When sharing an implementation for testing, providing shellcode is preferred over an .asm file.

The shortest memset is... ?

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 28 Dec 15
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. A competition is being held to find the shortest code implementation of memset, with a 10-byte submission being the current record.
  2. Scholarships for a training class are offered to college students through this challenge, where the best code implementation wins.
  3. A Q&A session with Bruce Dang and Thai Duong is scheduled to share insights with computer science and computer security students.

djb

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 30 Sep 15
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Daniel J. Bernstein, also known as djb, created qmail and djbdns to replace Sendmail and BIND9 due to security vulnerabilities, with qmail and djbdns being crucial services on the Internet.
  2. Despite skepticism, only a single security vulnerability has been found in qmail and djbdns each, cementing djb's reputation as a legendary figure in Internet infrastructure.
  3. Besides his contributions to email and DNS services, djb is a renowned cryptographer, striving to encrypt the entire Internet with his high-speed cryptography algorithms, impacting the security of online services like Gmail.

Đếm

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 12 Sep 15
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. It is important to quantify and highlight achievements when introducing individuals, whether they are programmers, entrepreneurs, or cybersecurity experts.
  2. When introducing a programmer, emphasize details like the lines of code written and where they are published, to showcase their experience and skills.
  3. For entrepreneurs, highlight their innovative ideas, successful ventures, and social media following to demonstrate their accomplishments and potential.

Why not validate Curve25519 public keys could be harmful

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 12 Sep 15
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Curve25519 public keys should be validated to prevent potential vulnerabilities in protocols that require contributory behavior.
  2. Protocols like TLS <= 1.2 may be vulnerable to attacks if Curve25519 public keys are not validated.
  3. An important solution is to check the shared value and raise exceptions if it is zero when working with Curve25519 public keys.