1. We’re all just temporarily abled
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The author shares a personal experience of injuring their knee while on vacation and reflects on the importance of accessibility. They mention a quote they heard that reminds them that everyone is temporarily abled. The author notes that they have become more aware of accessibility features, such as ramps and elevators, and expresses gratitude for their own abilities and those who make accessibility possible.
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The author of the article shares their experience of doing accessibility testing with a vision impaired user on their website. They were enlightened by seeing how the user navigated the site with a screen reader. However, they felt embarrassed when the user couldn’t use the date picker on the booking page because it was not accessible. The author reflects on the importance of considering different user perspectives when building tools.
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The author of the article became disabled after attending a music festival where the loud music caused damage to their ear. They now experience pain when exposed to any sound, making it difficult for them to talk, go outside, or do anything besides being in a quiet room and using the internet. They express regret for not taking better care of their hearing.
2. Anxious brains redirect emotion regulation
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The article discusses a study on the neural mechanisms underlying emotional behavior control in individuals with high anxiety. The researchers found that highly anxious individuals have a dysfunctional frontopolar cortex (FPl) that is overexcitable and fails to activate during emotional action control. Instead, anxious individuals rely on other areas of the prefrontal cortex. The study also identified structural differences in the FPl, with high-anxiety individuals having stronger amygdalofugal projections. These findings suggest that anxious individuals have circuit-level vulnerabilities that affect their ability to control emotional actions. The study provides insights that may help develop targeted interventions for enhancing emotional action control in individuals with anxiety disorders.
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This article discusses the relationship between heightened anxiety and emotional regulation. It suggests that pro-avoidance behavior may not necessarily be dysfunctional, but rather a way to motivate heightened deliberation. The author takes a neutral approach and does not assume that medication is the best solution. The article also mentions that even mild emotional challenges can overwhelm the FPl neural range, indicating a greater sensitivity. Exposure Therapy is mentioned as a methodical strategy that encourages individuals to re-engage with new and different behaviors for success.
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The article discusses the theme of fear and how it often prevents people from taking action. It emphasizes that our fears are usually unfounded and that reality is often different from what we imagine. The author reflects on personal experiences and states that every positive opportunity they have had came from stepping out of their comfort zone. They also note that while anxiety can be a useful defense mechanism, it is not necessary 99% of the time.
3. FreeBSD replaces bubblesort with mergesort on SYSINTs
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The article states that JavaScript is disabled in the user’s browser and suggests enabling it or using a supported browser to continue using Twitter. The article also mentions that a list of supported browsers can be found in their Help Center. It further provides links to their Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Imprint. Lastly, it indicates that the article is from 2023 and is associated with X Corp.
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The article discusses the use of bubblesort in FreeBSD and whether it is sensible or a waste of time to optimize it. The author concludes that bubblesort was not a bad choice initially, as it worked well for many years. However, optimizing it is important in an extreme and unforeseen use case that involves frequent bootups, as every millisecond becomes crucial.
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The article discusses the need for a kernel to boot in under 28ms for virtual machines launched on-demand in services like AWS Lambda. It provides a link to further information on this topic.
4. macOS updates for Apple Silicon Macs are larger than reported
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The article discusses the differences in download size for macOS updates on Intel Macs versus Apple silicon Macs. The author explains that updates for Intel Macs are typically around 500 MB, while updates for Apple silicon Macs are never less than 1.8 GB. The author also mentions that Apple silicon Macs have two distinct components or phases in the update process, with the second component being downloaded only by Apple silicon Macs and adding an additional 1.1 GB to the total size. This discrepancy in download size can cause confusion for users, especially when using softwareupdate or other tools to check the size of the update. The author suggests that websites reporting the size of macOS updates should clarify whether the figures are for Intel or Apple silicon Macs and whether they include the additional component for Apple silicon Macs. The article concludes by criticizing the reporting of file sizes in general, claiming that it is often inaccurate and lacks transparency for users.
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The article discusses how Apple’s APFS (Apple File System) calculates free and used space in a way that is confusing for users. It also provides a link to another article on the same topic.
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The article questions the large size of Xcode updates, stating that they are scandalous and asks what justifies this large payload size for every minor version upgrade.
5. Stablevideo: Text-driven consistency-aware diffusion video editing
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The article discusses a new method called StableVideo that aims to enable realistic video editing while preserving the appearance of edited objects over time. The authors introduce temporal dependency to text-driven diffusion models, allowing for consistent appearance generation for edited objects. They propose an inter-frame propagation mechanism that uses layered representations to propagate appearance information from one frame to the next. The StableVideo framework is developed based on this mechanism and demonstrates strong editing capability, outperforming other video editing methods in qualitative and quantitative evaluations.
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The article discusses a new video representation called Content Deformation Fields (CoDeF). CoDeF consists of a canonical content field and a temporal deformation field. The canonical content field aggregates static contents in the entire video, while the temporal deformation field records the transformations from the canonical image to each individual frame along the time axis. These two fields are optimized to reconstruct a target video using a rendering pipeline. Regularizations are introduced to ensure that the canonical content field inherits semantics from the video, such as object shape. The results of using CoDeF are described as stable and impressive.
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The article suggests that the car video might have been improved if it had been filmed in the desert instead of a dessert.
6. GNU Radio software-defined radio (SDR) implementation of a LoRa transceiver
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The article discusses the implementation of a LoRa transceiver using GNU Radio software-defined radio (SDR). The transceiver has all the necessary receiver components to operate effectively even under very low signal-to-noise ratios (SNRs). The implementation allows users to choose various parameters for transmission, such as spreading factor, coding rate, bandwidth, sync word, and the presence of header and CRC. The article also mentions the availability of a simulation framework and compatibility with different LoRa devices. It references a paper for more details and provides information on how to install the module. The implementation is distributed under the GPL-3.0 License.
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The article mentions that LoRa is excellent for outdoor sensing applications and also promotes a newly released, inexpensive LoRa sensor platform that can be 3D printed. A link to access the platform is provided.
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LoRa and LoRaWAN are a combination of networking protocols designed to connect battery-operated devices to the internet. This technology is specifically aimed at meeting the requirements of the Internet of Things (IoT), such as bi-directional communication, security, mobility, and localization services. Unlike traditional wireless wide area networks (WANs), LoRaWAN is low power, low bit rate, and tailored for IoT applications. The data rate of LoRaWAN ranges from 0.3 kbps to 50 kbps per channel.
7. The ideal viewport doesn’t exist
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The article discusses the fragmentation of screen sizes and browser viewports and its implications for design decisions. The authors conducted an experiment and gathered over 120,000 data points with over 2,300 unique viewport sizes. The top 20 viewports were primarily small sizes, likely mobile devices, and it is important to consider that viewports can vary based on conditions. Building with specific breakpoints and hard values may not provide the optimal user experience. The article emphasizes the need to consider how content will appear in different conditions and the limitations of designing for specific breakpoints. The authors recommend creating flexible rules and allowing the browser to calculate the best outcome based on its conditions. It is important to simplify and condense content to make it useful for all users. The article concludes by highlighting the importance of accepting the lack of control over the conditions in which a website will be visited and using those limitations to breed creativity and focus on UX.
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The article emphasizes the importance of designing websites and web apps with consideration for the various ways users will visit them. Instead of relying on strict breakpoints, designers should be aware of the fragmentation in viewports and aim to simplify and condense content to make it accessible to everyone. It also advises keeping unnecessary elements and complex features to a minimum to avoid potential issues. Managing user expectations and balancing design choices with pragmatism can be challenging in the web platform.
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The author wishes that more web pages would consider the pointer and resolution media queries. They mention that when opening windows side-by-side on their desktop, the menu collapses into a hamburger menu that takes up the whole screen when clicked. They note that while it makes sense to have large visual elements and buttons on phones with high DPI and low touch precision, it is not necessary for desktops with lower DPI and higher input precision.
8. TimeGuessr: Guess what year a photograph was taken
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The author had difficulty understanding that the time input on a website was a slider and not a field where you can type. They believe the interface needs improvement.
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The article discusses the enjoyment one can find in analyzing hints from old photographs to determine the year they were taken. The author suggests that this activity could potentially be turned into a fun party game.
9. Blue-light glasses may not reduce eyestrain from screens, study says
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A review of 17 randomized controlled trials published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews suggests that blue-light filtering glasses may not reduce eyestrain associated with computer use. The review found no evidence that these glasses have any health benefits or ocular benefits for the eyes. The American Academy of Ophthalmology also stated that blue light does not cause eyestrain or damage retinas. The review also found inconsistent results regarding the effect of blue-light filtering glasses on sleep quality. There was “little or no effect” on visual performance and daytime alertness. The review did not find enough data to determine the impact of these glasses on the health of the back of the eye. Eyestrain could be caused by underlying eye health or vision problems, and it is recommended to consult an eye-care professional if the symptoms persist.
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The author of this article is speaking up in defense of blue-blocking glasses, despite the belief that they are a useless placebo. The author personally developed an eye pain condition in university and found that wearing these glasses significantly alleviated their symptoms. They note that not all blue-blocking glasses are the same, as they had to try multiple pairs before finding one that worked for them. The author concludes by suggesting that more research should be done to determine the effectiveness of these glasses, rather than dismissing them as ineffective.
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The writer expresses skepticism about blue light filtering and compares it to Cheerios claiming to lower cholesterol. They hope that the FDA will scrutinize these claims. The writer finds it concerning that these claims have spread through advertisements, vision professionals, and people they know without any substantial questioning of their validity.
10. Be careful of the examples you use. They stick
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The article discusses how the use of examples in user interfaces can have unintended consequences. The author explains that customers of Canary, a service that provides security tokens, were using the example domain name provided instead of creating their own unique domain names. This made the security tokens less effective in disguising their purpose. The article acknowledges that customers should not be expected to understand the full implications of their configuration choices and suggests that providing multiple examples and encouraging customers to choose their own names can help address this issue. The author emphasizes the importance of paying attention to small details in the user interface and highlights the impact that seemingly minor choices can have.
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The article discusses the issue of customer-side configuration options and the impact it has on users. It suggests that users should not have to consider the implications of every configuration option and that they should not be expected to be experts in the technical details. The article proposes a solution of showing multiple examples of prefixes when users add a custom domain, in hopes that it will prompt customers to choose their own names instead of relying on the examples. However, the author disagrees with this approach, stating that users don’t understand the reasoning behind the prefix and simply randomizing the examples does not address this. The author suggests a better solution would be to provide a clear explanation of why certain prefixes should not be used, prevent users from using those prefixes, and prompt them to carefully consider their choice.
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The author shares a story about working at a large company where they provided developers with instructions for setting up a local environment. The instructions involved using terminal commands starting with the traditional shell notation, “$ (some command).” Over the course of a year, the author received periodic complaints that the instructions weren’t working, but they couldn’t find any issues on their end. One developer in particular insisted that it was broken. Eventually, the author had a shared session with the developer and discovered that they were pasting the “$” symbol into the terminal, causing it to display an error message. Once the author removed the “$” symbol from the instructions, the complaints stopped.