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Results of #1BRC: So what do we need Moonshots for? - JVM Weekly vol. 70

JVM Weekly • 19 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Innovation Programming Web Development Software Development
  1. Moonshots in technology are ambitious, groundbreaking initiatives inspired by the success of the Apollo 11 mission in 1969.
  2. Automatic differentiation of Java methods using Code Reflection allows for efficient mathematical function representations.
  3. Innovation in programming languages like Pkl and advancements in Java implementations like CheerpJ are shaping the future of technology.

#47

The Nibble • 12 implied HN points • 18 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Programming Startups AI Web Development Tools
  1. Amazon's LLRT is a lightweight JavaScript runtime for serverless environments, aiming to boost JS performance.
  2. The appeal of Big Tech jobs has diminished in the past 2 years due to layoffs, pay decreases, and less attractive perks.
  3. Understanding Top Level Domains (TLDs): gTLDs are generic while ccTLDs are country-specific and riskier.

Introducing The Shake V2

The Shake • 137 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Blockchain Web Development Data Analysis
  1. The Shake V2 is a brand new version of The Shake that has officially launched.
  2. The Shake is now more than just a newsletter and has evolved into a data provider, resource hub, and product lab.
  3. The Shake V2 will continue to offer on-chain analysis, interactive educational tools, and expand into the greater DWeb ecosystem.

Any Cables Monthly #13

AnyCable Broadcasts • 59 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development Software Development Ruby on Rails Websockets
  1. AnyCable now supports Server-Sent Events (SSE), allowing easy connection for updates without client libraries
  2. Consider the memory and server load implications when managing subscriptions and streams in Action Cable or AnyCable
  3. Creating multiple subscriptions at once can lead to server overload, especially during high traffic situations like server restarts
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Any Cables Monthly #17

AnyCable Broadcasts • 19 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development Software Development Innovations
  1. Exciting real-time development initiatives are coming in 2024, like AnyCable+ and Laravel Reverb.
  2. Action Cable server adapterization project aims to improve Rails Action Cable for easier use with different server implementations.
  3. Potential real-time component upgrade in Laravel with 'Laravel Reverb' and mysterious project 'SolidCable' from DHH.

#48

The Nibble • 7 implied HN points • 24 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Crypto Web Development Software Development Data Structures
  1. Feedback is being sought for the newsletter content to better cater to readers' interests.
  2. Interesting developments in the tech world include potential $7 trillion AI chip funding, Reddit IPO unique share distribution, and US Tech getting into the Indian market.
  3. Noteworthy advancements in AI technologies, such as new models like LLM streaming and fast inference engines, are shaping diverse industries.

#46

The Nibble • 9 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Innovations Security Software AI Web Development
  1. The Vesuvius Challenge unveiled the deciphered text from ancient scrolls damaged during Mount Vesuvius' eruption in 79 AD.
  2. A significant Deepfake scam in China resulted in a $25 million heist, prompting suggestions for enhanced security measures.
  3. Notable tech events included Google retiring cache links, new VS Code speech capabilities, and Arc's transition to Arc Sync without iCloud dependency.

How to save your systems from collapsing- Graceful Degradation [Technique Tuesdays]

Technology Made Simple • 99 implied HN points • 03 May 23
🕹 Technology Software Design Web Development Software Engineering AI
  1. Graceful Degradation is a design principle that ensures systems maintain limited functionality even when parts are rendered inoperative.
  2. Implement the 80-20 principle while integrating Graceful Degradation to focus on backing up critical components and keeping systems active.
  3. Combine Progressive Enhancement with Graceful Degradation to provide essential content to all users while delivering the best possible experience to modern browsers.

#51

The Nibble • 4 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🕹 Technology AI Blockchain Programming Web Development Tools
  1. New developments include the introduction of AGI technologies, major upgrades in Ethereum like Dencun, and innovations in AI models like Figure AI's humanoid robot.
  2. Tech updates such as the release of TypeScript 5.4, Node.js 21.7.0 with native text styling, and the acquisition of Fig autocomplete by Amazon showcase evolving trends in the industry.
  3. Interesting discoveries like the impact of marking files with 'linguist-generated' attributes, and quirks in JavaScript's interpretation of numbers starting with 0 highlight intriguing tech-related insights.

What's new in Svelte: July 2023

The (Unofficial) Svelte JS Newsletter • 58 implied HN points • 01 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development Community Learning Resources Libraries
  1. Svelte 4.0 has been released with performance and developer experience improvements.
  2. SvelteKit 1.21.0 introduces new features and bug fixes like `event.isSubRequest` boolean and `config.kit.env.privatePrefix` option.
  3. Community showcase features various apps, sites, learning resources, and libraries built with Svelte.

Let's buy some fake Chrome extension reviews

!important • 4 HN points • 04 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Internet Cybersecurity Marketplaces Web Development Digital marketing
  1. The battle against fake reviews is ongoing, and platforms should introduce friction to deter these fraudulent practices.
  2. Users rely on authentic reviews to make informed decisions, emphasizing the importance of reliable review systems.
  3. To combat fake reviews, platforms can encourage real user feedback, automatically filter untrustworthy reviews, and provide transparency about the reviewers.

🐕 Newsletter WoR #53: Angular glow up, some bugs, a button that does nothing, being amazed...

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 19 implied HN points • 15 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development Software UI/UX Design Open Source
  1. Angular released version 17 with a redesign, new features, and tutorials, aiming to attract new developers.
  2. A developer shared 7 common techniques to improve debugging skills in Rails apps.
  3. A button that does nothing, called 'inert', was introduced to improve accessibility and celebrate idleness.

Revisiting the Core-JS situation

On Engineering • 44 implied HN points • 22 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Open Source Software Development Web Development JavaScript
  1. Core-JS is a crucial JavaScript library with significant dependencies in the open-source community and popular software.
  2. The project faced financial difficulties due to the sole maintainer's plea for support and threats to its future.
  3. There are concerns about the security and continuity of Core-JS, emphasizing the need for community involvement, financial support, and alternative solutions.

How to learn web3 in 2023 (JS)

The ZenMode • 42 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Web Development Blockchain Cryptocurrencies Web3
  1. Web3 is the decentralized version of the internet, aiming to eliminate intermediaries and give users more control over their data.
  2. To learn Web3, start by understanding blockchain, cryptocurrencies, dApps, smart contracts, and NFTs, then move on to more advanced topics and experiment with tools.
  3. Engage with the Web3 community, join online communities, attend events, follow industry leaders, and keep learning as the technology evolves.

Saturday 16th September, 2023 - Wonderfull and Strange Nerdy Discussions (Issue #132)

Mark Smith’s Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 16 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Podcasts Programming Innovation Web Development Space Exploration
  1. Podcasts covered a wide range of strange and fascinating topics like AI religions and the history of British schooling system through the lens of Harry Potter.
  2. Typescript can make programming more difficult and elitist by adding extra cognitive load and tooling complexity, shutting out some individuals from learning.
  3. There is a call to make JavaScript easy again and more accessible for all to learn and experiment with.

Don’t Sell Your Indie Business to Digital Ocean!

wentin’s newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Digital marketing Web Development
  1. Be cautious about selling your indie business to Digital Ocean as they may jeopardize the original content and brand identity.
  2. Digital Ocean's acquisition of blogs like Scotch.io and CSS Tricks has led to the removal of original content and broken redirects.
  3. Content creators are advised to be skeptical of selling their businesses to Digital Ocean to preserve their work and reputation.

Building Your own Conversational Copilot with Python, Flask, and Azure Open AI SDK

Rod’s Blog • 39 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development AI Security
  1. The post discusses building a conversational copilot using Python, Flask, and Azure Open AI SDK.
  2. It highlights the importance of monitoring AI security, particularly focusing on Azure Open AI and Azure Cognitive services.
  3. The post provides details about the necessary code files and steps to run a web-based Chatbot using Python, Flask, and Azure Open AI SDK.

Any Cables Monthly #9

AnyCable Broadcasts • 39 implied HN points • 06 May 23
🕹 Technology Web Development Programming Networking
  1. AnyCable v1.4 release candidate is out with consistency features - try it for real-time applications improvement.
  2. Consider the use of Server-Sent Events (SSE) for live updates in web applications as an alternative to WebSockets due to benefits like simplicity of implementation.
  3. Browser support for SSE has improved, making it a viable tool for streaming responses from a server to a client.

Design a Tic-Tac-Toe Game [with Code]

The ZenMode • 42 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Design Programming System Design Game Development Web Development
  1. Designing a Tic-Tac-Toe game involves creating a user interface with components like a game board, player information, game status, and start/restart buttons.
  2. Implementing game logic requires components like game state, move validation, win condition detection, tie condition detection, and player management.
  3. For scalability, maintainability, and extensibility, consider using components like load balancer, cloud-based infrastructure, modular architecture, clean code, and automated testing.

Tutorial: Exploring the Gamma AI Design Partner

Perfecting Equilibrium • 19 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Web Development Video content Social media
  1. The tutorial explores Gamma AI as a design partner for building a new website.
  2. There is a transition from the Industrial Age to the Information Age, creating new jobs and requiring new skills.
  3. The Perfecting Equilibrium Vlog introduces the idea of new jobs for a new age and mentions JT Tom Johnson as a reference.

Any Cables Monthly #6

AnyCable Broadcasts • 39 implied HN points • 03 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Programming Web Development Ruby
  1. Stimulus Reflex team commits to collaborating with Rails and Hotwire to enhance the ecosystem and bring better tools for developers.
  2. Turbo Boost libraries by Nate Hopkins aim to supercharge web applications development with Turbo by introducing commands, streams, and reusable behaviors.
  3. The use of gRPC technology in AnyCable, powered by technology like grpc_kit and griffin, provides a promising alternative to the traditional gRPC implementation in Ruby.

[CEI] Chrome Extension Ideas #101

Chrome Extension Ideas • 19 implied HN points • 18 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Productivity Software Development Entrepreneurship Marketing Web Development
  1. A Chrome extension idea to track late-night search history and send highlights via email to encourage better bedtime habits.
  2. Another idea for a Chrome extension to update recipe websites with accurate cooking times to prevent frustration and timing issues.
  3. Encouragement to share the Chrome Extension Ideas newsletter with others to help it grow and reach more subscribers.

Weekly Tech Hype #3 - Next vs Astro perf, Signals for web frameworks, Node.js runtimes in browser, Shopify's Hydrogen uses Remix

Full Context Development • 19 implied HN points • 24 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Frameworks Web Development Innovation E-commerce
  1. Performance comparison of frameworks may not always translate to significant impact on products
  2. Signals as reactivity primitives in modern frameworks show potential for productivity improvement
  3. In-browser Node.js runtimes offer new possibilities but may have limited practical application beyond specific use cases

No-Code like the Pumping Iron

Side Maker • 19 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🕹 Technology No Code Software Development Web Development
  1. The No-Code space has a unique and magical atmosphere reminiscent of niche sports like bodybuilding in the past.
  2. Embracing No-Code tools and projects can bring a sense of camaraderie and enjoyment similar to the experiences of bodybuilders in the 80s.
  3. Engaging in No-Code projects provides an alternative creative outlet with a potential for lasting magic and community.