1. We have used too many levels of abstractions Total comment counts : 116 Summary The article discusses the problem of increasing abstraction and automation in the tech industry, which is leading to a lack of understanding and knowledge among professionals. Abstractions, such as steering wheels and power steering, improve the user experience, but when they break, people no longer understand how to fix them. The tech industry prioritizes profit over deeper understanding, leading to the consolidation of roles such as DevOps and DevSecOps, where individuals are expected to handle various tasks....

1. Nota is a language for writing documents, like academic papers and blog posts Total comment counts : 37 Summary Nota is a language designed for writing documents such as academic papers and blog posts. The goal of Nota is to modernize documents by allowing authors to represent the structure of their content, which enables the reading medium (such as a web browser) to understand and empower readers to use that structure....

1. Localsend: Open-Source Airdrop Alternative Total comment counts : 46 Summary The article discusses a free and open-source app called LocalSend, which is a cross-platform alternative to AirDrop. LocalSend allows users to securely share files and messages with nearby devices over a local network without an internet connection. Unlike other messaging apps, LocalSend does not rely on external servers, making it a fast and reliable solution for local communication. The app uses a secure communication protocol with a REST API and HTTPS encryption for maximum security....

1. 4K4D: Real-Time 4D View Synthesis at 4K Resolution Total comment counts : 27 Summary This article discusses a paper that proposes a method for high-fidelity and real-time view synthesis of dynamic 3D scenes at 4K resolution. The method introduces a 4D point cloud representation called 4K4D, which supports hardware rasterization and improves rendering speed. The representation is built on a 4D feature grid that allows for robust optimization. The paper also introduces a hybrid appearance model that enhances rendering quality while maintaining efficiency....

1. Detroit wants to be the first big American city to tax land value Total comment counts : 52 Summary Detroit is planning to implement a radical new tax system that would tax land at a higher rate, regardless of whether there are buildings on it, in an effort to reduce blight and encourage development. The current property tax system in Detroit raises very little revenue, and the proposed changes aim to lower taxes for most residents while potentially spurring development....

1. Cockpit: Web-based graphical interface for servers Total comment counts : 29 Summary Cockpit is an easy-to-use, web-based graphical interface for managing servers. It allows administrators to perform system tasks, start containers, administer storage, configure networks, and inspect logs. Users can switch between Cockpit and the command line or other tools seamlessly. Cockpit uses existing system APIs and commands, and it supports normal user logins and privileges. The interface is accessible from any web browser on various operating systems....

1. “Hacker News” for retro computing and gaming Total comment counts : 35 Summary The author noticed an interest in retro computing and gaming posts on Hacker News and decided to set up a similar website called Two Stop Bits. The site functions similarly to Hacker News because it uses a modified version of the Hacker News source code. However, there are currently some technical issues with the site. The article does not mention the existence of a GitHub for the site....

1. How to cook ground meat perfectly without vision Total comment counts : 26 Summary error Top 1 Comment Summary The author discusses how being blind affects their experience as a cook. They mention that sight is a dominant sense and can often block other sensory input. However, they find that their other senses, such as smell and touch, compensate for the lack of sight. The author also shares a tip about using a high-sided pan to prevent spillage while cooking....

1. Scrollbars are becoming a problem Total comment counts : 115 Summary The article discusses the issue of scrollbars getting smaller and less usable, making it difficult for users with motor control or visual impairments to navigate content. The author criticizes the trend of designers making scrollbars smaller or trying to hide them, and highlights the importance of having user-friendly options to customize scrollbar width. The article provides some tips for modifying scrollbar width in GTK2 and GTK3, as well as mentions a theme engine called Skulpture that allows configurable sizes....

1. Introduction to Modern Statistics Total comment counts : 20 Summary The article provides information about the website for the textbook “Introduction to Modern Statistics, Second Edition” by Mine Çetinkaya-Rundel and Johanna Hardin. The second edition of the book, referred to as IMS2, is currently being worked on and is planned to be released in Spring 2024. The first edition of the book is available at openintro-ims.netlify.app with additional resources at openintro....