The hottest Software Substack posts right now

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Switching Gears To AI Agents

Eddie's startup voyage • 0 implied HN points • 15 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Eddie is shifting focus to AI Agents after leaving his previous company, EnVsion, and finding a passion for AI technology.
  2. AI Agents in agentic systems are AI models tasked with specific roles and responsibilities, contributing to the overall goal.
  3. Eddie is excited about building products with AI Agents, currently developing a Python AI Agent library for further learning and exploration.

Coming soon

GeoPredict • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Software
  1. A website called GeoPredict is coming soon, with an expected launch date of July 28, 2023.
  2. The website appears to be hosted on substack.com.
  3. There are options to share information about GeoPredict on Facebook, via email, or through other means.

RDEL #27: The frequency and impact of destructive code reviews

Research-Driven Engineering Leadership • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Destructive code reviews can negatively impact team cohesion, trust, and psychological safety. It's crucial to address feedback delivery to maintain a positive work environment.
  2. 22% of respondents reported inconsiderate feedback at least once a year, showing a notable frequency of damaging criticism in code reviews. This highlights the importance of promoting constructive feedback culture.
  3. Destructive criticism was perceived to be less valuable and appropriate, especially impacting motivation and mood. Recognizing and addressing such feedback biases can help improve team dynamics.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 25 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  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.
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Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 24 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Daylight Computer developed a new 60fps e-paper tablet, which could be an interesting tech innovation to watch out for
  2. There is a posting about a cement recycling method that could potentially address a significant climate change challenge, showing promising sustainability efforts
  3. Various job postings from companies like Motion and Checkr indicate active hiring in the tech industry for roles like senior engineers and software engineers

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 22 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Gordon Bell, a notable figure, has passed away according to one of the trending HackerNews posts.
  2. There's a post about fixing a Firefox bug that had been present for an astonishing 25 years.
  3. A job opportunity from Plane (YC W17) for product engineers is highlighted among the top 5 HackerNews posts.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 20 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Llama3 was implemented from scratch, intriguing for tech enthusiasts.
  2. Coding My Handwriting project sounds like an interesting tech-related endeavour.
  3. The Lunacy of Artemis post could intrigue those interested in intriguing stories or unique perspectives.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 10 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Today's Top 5 HN posts features tech news and updates from HackerNews.
  2. Some highlighted topics include TCP_NODELAY, Apple's apology, and OpenAI's publisher partnerships pitch.
  3. There are also job opportunities in AI engineering and software engineering to protect patient privacy.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 08 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. The top 5 HackerNews posts for today include news about Apple's illegal actions towards staff, a reincarnated version of HyperCard, and a piece on The Grateful Dead's Wall of Sound from 2019.
  2. There's also a story about a game for the ZX Spectrum being broadcast over FM radio 40 years later and AlphaFold 3 predicting the structure and interactions of life's molecules.
  3. Additionally, a job opportunity at Odigos is highlighted for a Lead DevRel Engineer.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 01 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Today's top 5 HackerNews posts include topics like printing music with CSS Grid, the reclassification of marijuana by the US drug control agency, and the File Filesystem from 2021.
  2. Additional job opportunities mentioned include positions for managing teams, supercharging SEO for startups, and senior game developer roles, each tied to different Y Combinator batches.
  3. The post also shares the option to subscribe for more daily top 5 HackerNews posts, along with links to share on social media.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 23 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Today's Top 5 HN posts include updates on Krazam OS, NASA's Voyager 1, and the concept of CSS Grid Level 3.
  2. The posts cover a range of topics from technical reports to job opportunities at various startups like 1build and Continue.
  3. This list offers a snapshot of trending discussions within the HackerNews community and tech industry.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Software
  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 • 14 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Today's top 5 HackerNews posts cover a range of topics like obituary writing, challenges faced by doctors, and inflation rates.
  2. Readers can find posts on specific subjects like PostgreSQL index strategy and constructing solar backups for renters.
  3. The HackerNews posts discussed provide valuable insights on various trending topics and projects.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 05 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Today's top 5 Hacker News posts are shared daily on top5hn.substack.com
  2. German state switches from Microsoft to Linux and LibreOffice, showcasing a notable tech shift
  3. A former University of Iowa hospital employee used a fake identity for 35 years, a surprising and concerning revelation

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 30 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. There has been a sustained DDoS attack on a certain platform, which has not been effectively dealt with.
  2. The concept of collective memory being sold for destruction in Santa Barbara is an interesting topic to explore.
  3. When new hires are paid more than existing employees, it may lead to top performers leaving the organization.

Why Power Platform admins need to be SharePoint admins too.

Power Platform News • 0 implied HN points • 25 May 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. SharePoint lists are widely used due to their ease of use and 'free' licensing, making them a popular choice for building apps.
  2. Dataverse may not always live up to its promise in practical use, and many organizations continue to prefer SharePoint lists for their applications.
  3. Microsoft sees value in maintaining both SharePoint lists and Dataverse to cater to different needs and competition in the market, leading to a need for Power Platform admins to also have SharePoint admin skills.

Cool Power Platform Weekly Links #1

Power Platform News • 0 implied HN points • 23 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Software
  1. New and interesting resources related to Power Platform are shared weekly in this newsletter.
  2. The newsletter highlights topics like Power Platform deployment, licensing, SharePoint Lists new features, Power Platform demos, and the Modern Collaboration Framework.
  3. Readers can look forward to a new issue of this newsletter every week.

PowerApps how to guide 1

Power Platform News • 0 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Create an instant flow and utilize the PowerApps for Makers connector to notify users of new application versions
  2. Maintain a table in Dataverse or SharePoint list with current app versions and if an update is available, inform users with the new app link
  3. Implement solutions using a combination of Power Apps and Power Automate, or solely rely on Power Automate cloud flow to handle notifications for new app versions

How software patents are like armed career criminals

Adam's Legal Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Courts face challenges in defining what is considered an abstract idea versus a concrete invention in the realm of software patents.
  2. The use of Section 101 in evaluating software patents can be as vague and problematic as interpreting the Armed Career Criminal Act's residual clause.
  3. Enablement, particularly focusing on functional claiming and ensuring all ways of accomplishing a function are disclosed, could be a more grounded approach to assessing software patent validity.

HOSE quá tải

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 14 Mar 21
💰 Finance Software
  1. The HOSE stock exchange in Vietnam is overloaded and facing challenges with its software, prompting discussions about potential solutions from companies like FPT.
  2. There are concerns regarding the effectiveness and timeline of proposed solutions, as well as the ability to handle the high trading volume of HOSE compared to other exchanges.
  3. Software development projects, especially complex ones like this, often face uncertainties in timelines and outcomes, with estimates being difficult to pinpoint accurately.

My crypto team is hiring!

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 22 Mar 18
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Google's crypto team is hiring Software Engineer/Security Engineer candidates to work on Tink and Wycheproof projects aimed at improving security for Google and Alphabet products.
  2. Team members help analyze, evaluate, design, and implement cryptosystems, focusing on helping developers use cryptography correctly.
  3. Prefer candidates located in Zurich and the US west coast (Seattle, Sunnyvale, San Francisco) to join the team.

Sài Gòn 2017

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 21 Nov 17
🕹 Technology Software
  1. The author will be giving a keynote presentation on ensuring information security for Google products at a conference in Saigon.
  2. The author is organizing a free workshop in Saigon to teach safe internet usage and privacy protection, with 50 cool prizes to be given to participants.
  3. The author wants to continue an annual tradition of meeting and conversing with students interested in the profession, particularly those at the University of Information Technology (UIT) and neighboring schools.

Công cụ giải mã WannaCry

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 18 May 17
🕹 Technology Software
  1. A simple idea was implemented to find decryption keys in memory, useful for recovering WannaCry-encrypted data without paying ransom.
  2. Decryption keys might still be accessible in memory on Windows XP machines infected with WannaCry that haven't been shut down since the infection occurred.
  3. If unable to recover decryption keys from memory, the alternative is to pay ransom in Bitcoin, negotiate with the attackers, or seek help to purchase Bitcoin for ransom payment.

FIDO U2F: công nghệ xác minh hai bước chống phishing

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 30 Aug 16
🕹 Technology Software
  1. FIDO U2F is a two-step verification technology that is safer and easier to use compared to other similar technologies like SMS OTP or RSA SecurID.
  2. The advantages of FIDO U2F include safety, ease of use, open standards, and reasonable pricing.
  3. U2F technology eliminates the need for users to manually check website addresses, providing a technical solution to phishing attacks.

Đánh nhau bằng toán

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 28 Dec 15
🕹 Technology Software
  1. Juniper, RSA, and other companies were found to use the Dual EC algorithm which had a backdoor installed by the NSA, compromising security.
  2. Using closed-source security products without thorough scrutiny can lead to vulnerabilities in the system, highlighting the importance of investing in in-house expertise for secure solutions.
  3. Generating truly random numbers for encryption is a complex task, and backdoors in algorithms can pose serious security risks, emphasizing the need for caution in technology choices.

Những toilet không cửa hay là tại sao phải biết thiết kế

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 13
🪑 Design Software
  1. A well-designed toilet should be touch-free to ensure hygiene and ease of use.
  2. The design of everyday items, like toilets, requires careful consideration to meet user needs and protect their health.
  3. Good design balances security and usability, preventing user frustration and errors. Investing in learning about design principles can greatly benefit various products and services.

Tìm Lỗ Lấy Tiền

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 04 Nov 11
🕹 Technology Software
  1. When identifying a security vulnerability, individuals can choose to keep it for personal use, sell it, report it for free, or disclose it widely. Each choice has different implications and risks.
  2. Participating in bug bounty programs offered by companies like Google, Mozilla, and Facebook can be a fun way for security enthusiasts to earn money, gain recognition, and potentially further their careers.
  3. Bug bounty programs provide rewards and acknowledgments to individuals who identify and report security vulnerabilities, creating opportunities for financial gains and professional development.

BKIS đã làm điều đó như thế nào?

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 20 Jul 09
🕹 Technology Software
  1. BKIS helped track down the culprits of a DDoS attack on US and South Korean websites, showcasing their technical prowess.
  2. The investigation involved identifying intermediary servers, infiltrating some of them, and ultimately discovering the original server controlling the attack.
  3. Despite BKIS's efforts and findings, the actual perpetrators behind the DDoS attack remain unidentified, highlighting the complexities of cybercrime investigations.