1. RyujinX – Open Source Nintendo Switch Emulator
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The article raises a question about the career path required to create something like the topic being discussed. It wonders if individuals spend their nights and weekends hacking for years to gain the necessary skills. The author expresses uncertainty about how people get paid for such work and highlights the potential lack of documentation due to legal concerns.
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The article discusses the evolution of console emulators and how they have changed over time. It mentions that early emulators had to replicate the unique hardware of early consoles, while modern consoles are more similar to consumer computers. The question raised is whether current emulation is focused on providing necessary APIs and running on a virtual machine (VM) or if it still involves actual hardware emulation.
2. Absurd Success
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The author of the article explains how they made significant improvements to a search engine they were working on. They were able to reduce the RAM requirements, eliminate the need for system downtime during upgrades, remove limits on the number of indexed documents and keywords, and improve the system’s ability to run on low-powered hardware. They achieved these improvements by restructuring the URL database and changing the way the reverse index is constructed. The author notes that these changes have been highly successful and have addressed many scaling problems and operational issues. They also mention unexpected benefits and express satisfaction with the results of their work.
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The article discusses a project that is experiencing success while going against the current trend. The author expresses happiness and satisfaction with this news. Additionally, they mention two posts that provide simple solutions for sleep problems.
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Kagi, a paid search engine, utilizes Marginalia as one of its data sources. When using the “non-commercial” lens, the results from Marginalia, along with Kagi’s own index and other independent sources, will be given priority.
3. UTM – Virtual Machines for iOS and macOS
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The article discusses UTM, a system emulator and virtual machine host for iOS and macOS. UTM allows users to run Windows, Linux, and other operating systems on their Mac, iPhone, and iPad. It is based on QEMU and requires dynamic code generation (JIT) for maximum performance, which can be achieved through jailbreaking or workarounds for iOS devices. UTM SE, a slower edition, uses a threaded interpreter that does not require jailbreaking. UTM is available for both iOS and macOS and is distributed under the Apache 2.0 license. However, it incorporates several (L)GPL components. The article also mentions the use of icons from Freepik and dependencies on MIT/BSD License components.
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The article discusses the problem with UTM (Universal Type Masking) software, stating that it works well for some people but poorly for others. The author shares their personal experience of UTM not working for them while attempting to install Ubuntu ARM on their M1 2021 Mac. They express frustration about the lack of technical support for those facing issues with UTM, despite having paid for the software. The author recommends trying UTM, as it may work for some and save money, but suggests that if it doesn’t work, it may be necessary to pay for Parallels, which is more likely to work and offers better support.
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The author of the article used a software to install Windows 11 ARM on macOS but was disappointed with the experience. Integration tools like copy/paste and file sharing between the virtual machine and host didn’t work properly. The graphics frequently glitched, leading to a grey screen and requiring a force restart of the virtual machine. The drivers and assistant tools provided with the software were dated back to 2012. The author acknowledges that the software is free and they have no right to expect anything, but they had hoped to replace commercial virtual machine solutions with an open-source alternative, which they were unable to do in this case.
4. When your coworker does great work, tell their manager (2020)
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The article discusses the importance of supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups at work by informing their managers about their exceptional work. It emphasizes the need to ask for permission before providing positive feedback to someone’s manager, as individuals may prefer control over the feedback they receive. It highlights the significance of highlighting valuable work that managers may not be aware of, as it can impact promotions. The article suggests providing statements from coworkers to build credibility and help colleagues get recognized in a timely manner. It also mentions the benefits of explaining specifically what the person did well and giving public recognition. The article concludes by mentioning other ways to support coworkers and provides suggestions for further reading.
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This article emphasizes the importance of asking for permission before praising someone in a public setting. Not everyone may appreciate public recognition or want their manager to know about their extra efforts. It is crucial to consider when and in what context praise should be given. Praising colleagues for their good work is essential for team dynamics, while critiquing their work should be reframed as constructive feedback. The article also mentions that behavioral praise is more effective than outcome praise, and provides a video link for additional information on the topic.
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The author of the article, who is a lead in their team, highlights an interesting dynamic with one of their co-developers. This co-developer seems to be seeking to replace the author or take on a leadership role. They have even made jokes about it on multiple occasions. While occasionally complimenting the author’s work, it feels as though it is implied that the author is only now reaching the same level of expertise as the co-developer. The author admits to possibly overanalyzing the situation but insists that it is true. Despite this, the author chooses not to respond to the co-developer’s behavior because they are skilled and enjoyable to work with. Overall, the author sees it as just one of those things that happen in a team.
5. Ask HN: How to handle Asian-style “Family name first” when designing interfaces?
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The article discusses the challenges of handling different naming conventions to ensure that users can see their names in the order they prefer. It highlights the variations in naming conventions across different cultures and provides recommendations on how to handle name fields in user interfaces. The article emphasizes the importance of allowing users to update their names easily and avoid asking for unnecessary information like titles that can reveal gender and marital status.
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This article discusses the naming conventions in different Asian cultures. It suggests that having a single “name field” and a preferred name would be more appropriate than the traditional family/given name format. Examples of different naming customs are provided, such as Indian names with a preferred name or initials, Southeast Asian Chinese names with an English name, Indonesian names with only a given name, and Malaysian names with honorific surnames, given names, and patronymic names.
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The article titled “Falsehoods Programmers Believe About Names” is recommended for reading. It discusses common misconceptions programmers have about handling names. When considering the requirements for a system, it is important to determine whether knowing a user’s full name is necessary or if a username would be sufficient. Additionally, the article suggests having a Full Name field with a minimum length of 1, along with a Nickname or Display Name field if the application needs to display something on screen.
6. Youtube2Webpage: Create Websites with Text from Videos
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The article talks about a Perl script called Youtube-to-Webpage that converts a Youtube video into a webpage. The webpage includes a transcript generated from the video’s closed captions along with screenshots of the video. The script can be run with a folder name and video URL to create a repository with the converted webpage. An example is provided at https://obra.github.io/Youtube2Webpage/example/.
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The author proposes the use of language models (LLMs) to rephrase captions into more conversational blog-like content, as speech is different from writing. With LLMs, users could customize the level of summarization and tone. The author, who prefers reading over watching videos, would be willing to pay for such a service.
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The article discusses the need to search for specific YouTube video captions and explores possible solutions. The author mentions the possibility of using an online service or browser extension to extract captions from a given YouTube URL. They also mention the idea of YouTube having a hidden link to access all the text. The author shares a website, filmot.com, which appears to offer a search engine for over 370 million YouTube subtitles. They provide a Reddit link to the creator of the website for more information.
7. Developing 120-year-old photos found in a time capsule [video]
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The article highlights the amusing and wholesome connection between people from different eras who have a love for taking pictures of their pets, particularly cats. It also provides a follow-up video where the first cat photo is colorized and links to the author’s website.
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The author talks about having old pictures from a similar time period as their great-great-great-grandparents, likely on glass. They mention a method they have seen others use to develop these photos using a DSLR camera, a wooden box, and aluminum foil. The author also notes that the old glass photos are fading and those that are not developed will be lost.
8. USENET rises again?
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The author attended an AI conference where the topic of discussion forums, like Slack channels and Discord servers, came up. The author expressed their dissatisfaction with these forums and suggested returning to Usenet, mentioning concerns about spam and spam filtering. However, they also acknowledged that there is still value in Usenet and expressed a desire to see active and fruitful discussions on the platform again.
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This article provides a brief description of Usenet, specifically targeting readers under the age of 45. It does not mention any recent rise in Usenet usage. Additionally, it incorrectly refers to Google Groups as still hosting Usenet, despite the fact that its Usenet hosting was permanently discontinued around 8 years ago.
9. Social media decline: Users are shifting to messaging apps and group chats
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The article discusses how Instagram has evolved from a platform for sharing everyday photos to a curated platform where even authentic content is meticulously planned. This shift has led to fatigue among average users, who now prefer sharing content in private or closed groups. The article mentions the “Make Instagram Instagram Again” campaign launched by Tati Bruening, which pushed back against Instagram’s changes that prioritized algorithmically suggested videos over a chronological feed. Despite efforts by various apps to capture the essence of early social media, such as BeReal, Dispo, Poparazzi, and Locket, none have been able to truly succeed. The rise of private messaging apps like Discord and community-based platforms like Geneva has provided users with more direct and niche connections. The article concludes by stating that people are becoming more selective with their communities and reverting to an old-school way of interacting, marking the end of the Instagram era and the emergence of a new era of “authentic” online sharing.
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The author of the article describes their Facebook feed as being mostly composed of sponsored posts, suggested posts, and group posts, with only a small percentage of actual content from friends. They express a desire for Facebook to return to the days when the majority of content seen was from friends, with ads making up a smaller portion. The author speculates that Facebook started adding filler content to keep users engaged and seeing more ads, but this strategy ultimately made things worse. The cycle of adding more filler content and ads resulted in a feed that is mostly composed of filler and ads, leading to decreased user engagement.
10. Ghostfolio: Open-source wealth management software
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The author is excited about a new self-hostable and open source service they discovered. They mention that they always revert back to using spreadsheets because they don’t like giving their data to a third party and find limitations in other services.
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The article is asking for a definition of “wealth management” in comparison to regular personal accounting. The author also wants to know why they should use wealth management instead of a tool called Ledger.