The hottest Web applications Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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Top Technology Topics
Sarah's Newsletter 139 implied HN points 15 Aug 23
  1. Fully personalized user journeys rely on correlating anonymous source events to authenticated users.
  2. Identity resolution involves collecting anonymous visitor data, mapping them to authenticated users, and merging duplicate accounts.
  3. Implementing event tracking through cookies and URL parameters is crucial for resolving identities across applications and domains.
The Tech Buffet 39 implied HN points 03 Feb 24
  1. You can build a personal assistant to easily find and understand the latest machine learning research. This assistant will let you ask questions in simple language.
  2. The app uses a system that retrieves and generates information, utilizing a database and machine learning models. It processes data from a site called 'Papers With Code'.
  3. The guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to create, index, and deploy this assistant as a web application, including ready-to-use source code.
Cooking Without Borders 2 HN points 18 May 23
  1. Prompting LLMs, like ChatGPT, requires clear and specific instructions to get valuable output.
  2. Give the model time to 'think' by breaking down complex tasks into smaller steps for improved accuracy.
  3. Use techniques like few-shot prompting to guide the model towards desired outputs and prevent prompt injection.
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Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc 0 implied HN points 22 May 11
  1. The misuse of cryptography in web security, particularly in ASP.NET, can lead to severe vulnerabilities allowing attackers to compromise web applications.
  2. Researching and questioning the implementation of cryptographic techniques can lead to the discovery of new attack methods and security flaws.
  3. Utilizing cryptography correctly is crucial for security solutions, but it is challenging as there are numerous serious vulnerabilities, requiring more focus and research in the field.
Cobus Greyling on LLMs, NLU, NLP, chatbots & voicebots 0 implied HN points 09 Feb 23
  1. autoTRAIN lets you build custom AI models without needing to code. It's user-friendly and has both free and paid options.
  2. You can easily upload your data in different formats like CSV, TSV, or JSON. The platform keeps your data private and secure.
  3. As your model trains, you can see real-time results about its accuracy. This helps you understand how well it's performing and make necessary adjustments.
Resilient Cyber 0 implied HN points 10 Jan 23
  1. Sometimes software has vulnerabilities that don’t have a fix available. Companies might struggle to issue patches due to resource limits or internal priorities.
  2. When a direct patch isn't available, businesses can use virtual patching. This means putting up barriers to stop attacks, like using Web Application Firewalls (WAF).
  3. It's important to plan for virtual patching and keep checking your systems. While virtual patches help, they are temporary solutions, so long-term fixes are necessary.
Full Context Development 0 implied HN points 03 Mar 23
  1. Electric Clojure introduces a new programming language for full stack web apps, automating backend and frontend communication.
  2. Next.js v13.2 brings significant improvements in caching, compatibility with Webpack loaders, and statically typed links, impacting customer experience and reducing infrastructure costs.
  3. Mitosis, Zag, and Bling are tools designed to simplify frontend development by abstracting away differences between frameworks, potentially enhancing productivity and customer experience.
Hasen Judi 0 implied HN points 10 Dec 24
  1. A forum can start simply with posts and discussions, without needing categories, user authentication, or search features. The focus should be on enabling conversations right away.
  2. The basic user registration system involves adding users with just a username, email, and password. It's important to store user data properly, even if it's temporary.
  3. State management in the UI can be handled using caching and hooks, allowing for dynamic updates without reloading the page, making the user experience smoother.
Data at Depth 0 implied HN points 04 Jul 23
  1. ChatGPT is revolutionizing complex data visualizations with Python libraries, making it easier to create interactive web applications.
  2. Generative AI requires a methodical approach to implementation for successful outcomes.
  3. Readers can enjoy a 7-day free trial to access the full post archives of Data at Depth for more insightful content.
Substack von FARSPEAK 0 implied HN points 17 May 24
  1. Integrating Farspeak with Zapier automates AI workflows by connecting platforms for streamlined processes like data updates and notifications.
  2. Zapier is an automation tool that links various web apps, creating workflows called 'Zaps' with triggers and actions.
  3. Setting up Farspeak with Zapier involves creating accounts, installing necessary packages, connecting via Webhooks, and configuring actions to automate tasks like updating Google Sheets.
Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc 0 implied HN points 10 Dec 11
  1. Ticket prices for the workshop vary based on registration date with a 50% discount available for valid student ID holders.
  2. The workshop welcomes submissions on a wide range of topics related to web applications, mobile devices, cloud computing, e-commerce, and cybersecurity.
  3. The annual workshop organized by HVA and VNSECURITY focuses on practical experiences and latest developments in information security locally and globally.