1. Regex character “$” doesn’t mean “end-of-string”
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This article discusses the behavior of the “$” character in Python’s regex module (re). While “^” signifies “start-of-string,” “$” is usually understood as “end-of-string.” However, it is revealed that the behavior of “$” is platform-dependent and not always symmetrical with “^.” In Python, with multiline mode disabled, “$” can match either the end of a string or a trailing newline before the end of a string. This means that if you want to match a string without a newline at the end, you cannot solely rely on “$” in Python. The article explores alternative options for matching the end of a string without a newline in Python, such as using “\z” or “\Z” in certain situations. The author concludes by summarizing the behavior of these features across different platforms.
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The author discusses their interpretation of the symbols ^ and $ in regular expressions. While some people view ^ as “start-of-string” and $ as “end-of-string,” the author personally sees them as “start-of-line” and “end-of-line.” They attribute this perception to their frequent use of regexes with text in a line-by-line manner, particularly through the command “grep.”
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This article explains the differences between POSIX regular expressions (regexes) and Python regexes. It states that each implementation of regexes has its own syntax, so it is necessary to consult the documentation specific to the implementation being used. The article references POSIX chapter 9, which explains that POSIX regexes operate on text strings and can match either the end of the string or the end of the line, depending on the utility or mode being used. Most common utilities, including grep, sed, awk, and Python, treat the $ symbol as the end of the line by default since they operate on lines. The article emphasizes that there is no universal regular expression syntax and that it is important to know the language and options being used when reading or writing regexes. It provides a link to the POSIX documentation for further reference.
2. Show HN: jnv: interactive JSON filter using jq
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The article discusses an interactive JSON filter called jnv that allows users to navigate JSON files. It includes a JSON viewer and a filter editor. Unlike other tools, jnv does not require users to install jq on their system as it utilizes j9 Rust bindings.
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The article mentions some small criticisms of a certain product, including slow performance with medium-sized JSON files and dark fonts. The article also suggests an alternative option called fx, which is a fast JSON viewer but lacks some features of the original product.
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The author finds the new tool exciting and plans to try it out. They have been using jq with up for interactive queries, but they are not satisfied with up’s user experience, especially for long queries or non-ASCII data. They are eager to find a replacement for up.
3. HIV in cell culture can be completely eliminated using CRISPR-Cas gene editing [pdf]
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The article highlights a challenge in using CRISPR, which is the need to deliver it to 100% of infected cells. Currently, there is no known method that can achieve this delivery rate in live organisms.
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The article is cautioning against placing too much value on scientific information that is released through press releases, especially when the actual data has not been published or reviewed yet. The specific example mentioned is a set of abstracts from a conference, some of which have not been submitted to a medical journal or published as preprints. The author suggests ignoring this information for now.
4. Flightradar24’s new GPS jamming map
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Flightradar24 has released a new GPS jamming map tool that allows users to view areas of GPS jamming and interference around the world. The map uses color-coded overlays to indicate the level of interference with global navigation satellite systems (GNSS). The tool calculates jamming and interference using data from areas with an adequate number of flights and Flightradar24 terrestrial ADS-B receivers. The map can display data at resolutions of six hours or 24 hours. Flightradar24 plans to incorporate additional data sources in the future to enhance the map.
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The author of the article has been working on mapping GPS jamming using ADS-B data for a few years. They address questions and points raised by others regarding GPS jamming. The author mentions that one needs a distributed sample of data from multiple sensors over time to confidently determine if jamming is happening. However, they have developed heuristics that allow them to make a good guess about jamming based on signals from just one or two aircraft. They also discuss the localization of GPS jammers and share a research paper on the subject. The author notes that most aircraft still rely on GPS for navigation, but as multi-network systems become more common, jammers may target all navigation systems. They also mention how GPS jamming is often seen in conflict zones and provide information on specific cases. The author lists other individuals and organizations that have been collecting and analyzing GPS jamming data. In response to a question about shielding aircraft from jamming signals, the author explains that GPS signals are weak and easily overpowered by jammers. However, there are specific antennas and techniques, such as controlled reception pattern antennas, that can help build jam-resistant systems.
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This article explains how the Navigation integrity category (NIC) in ADS-B messages encodes the quality and consistency of navigational data received by aircraft. The NIC value indicates the certainty of the aircraft’s position by providing a radius of uncertainty. Poor NIC values might indicate equipment issues or interference with GNSS operation when observed in multiple aircraft in close proximity and during the same time frame. The article highlights that a single observer cannot confirm jamming, but a distributed sample from various sensors over time is needed for reasonable confidence.
5. Retina – eBPF distributed networking observability tool for Kubernetes
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The article discusses Retina, an open-source Kubernetes network observability platform. It provides centralized monitoring for application health, network health, and security in Kubernetes clusters. Retina collects telemetry data that can be exported to various storage options and visualized in different ways. It offers features such as investigating network issues and continuous cluster monitoring. The article also includes instructions for downloading and installing Retina, as well as information on contributing to the project.
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The article mentions that Red Hat has a tool called “network-observability-operator” which is based on eBPF. The author points out that what is cool about this tool, as well as other similar tools like Retina or Pixie, is that they are not limited to a specific Container Network Interface (CNI). However, a potential problem that arises is the lack of collaboration and potential conflicts among various eBPF based tools. To address this issue, a tool called “bpfman” aims to provide a solution.
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The author is unsure of the usefulness of a certain product or tool and asks others if they have found it beneficial in their production setup.
6. Soul: A SQLite REST and Realtime Server
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The article introduces Soul, a SQLite REST and Realtime server. It explains how to install Soul CLI with npm and start a REST API and Websocket server. It provides commands to test Soul and access the API documentation. The article also mentions that Soul can be extended through extensions and provides a list of examples. It mentions Soul Studio, a GUI tool for working with the database, which is currently in early stages of development. The article concludes with information about RCO-Soul, a project demonstrating how to use React admin client with Soul, and invites readers to join the discussion and contribute to Soul’s development.
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The article suggests adding a link to the GitHub repository on the submitted page. It also mentions that some links to certain pages are not working due to 404 errors. The author had to manually copy and paste the URL from a dev snippet to access examples of the API. The article suggests that running the server to view documentation can ensure its accuracy, but it may also create unnecessary obstacles and discourage those who just want to evaluate the API documentation. The source URL for the article is provided as: https://github.com/thevahidal/soul
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The article is comparing a certain website design to one mentioned in a linked source. The design in question includes a “realtime” feature and bears similarities to the website mentioned in the source.
7. Michel Talagrand wins Abel Prize for work wrangling randomness
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Michel Talagrand has been awarded the Abel Prize, one of the highest honors in mathematics, for his work in developing a deep understanding of random processes. Talagrand’s work has changed the way mathematicians view the world and has become popular in modeling real-world events. His focus on processes with outcomes distributed according to a Gaussian bell-shaped curve has allowed for better estimation of extreme outcomes, such as the highest level a river might rise to or the magnitude of a potential earthquake. Talagrand’s own life has been a series of unlikely events, but his passion for mathematics and his ability to view things differently have led to significant contributions in the field.
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This article discusses the impressive work of a researcher who effectively connects geometric ideas, such as isoperimetry, with probabilistic concepts like convergence of averages. The research also combines topics from information theory, machine learning, and probability theory to explore the probability mass of a “typical set” and deviations in error rates. The author emphasizes the researcher’s skill in relating abstract theorems to basic geometric principles, consistently surprising and impressing readers.
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The article discusses an enjoyable story about someone who passionately dedicates themselves to an unpopular field, only to later find that it has become vital for the progress of humanity.
8. Study puts fermented foods, not fire, as pivotal moment in human brain growth
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A recent study suggests that fermented foods may have played a role in the evolution of large brains in humans. The researchers propose the External Fermentation Hypothesis, which suggests that the consumption of fermented foods, which were easily digestible and nutrient-rich, helped fuel the growth of early humans’ brains. The study points out that human brain expansion predates the use of fire, which is often thought to be the key factor in our evolution. The researchers believe that fermented foods, which were easily accessible to our ancestors, provided the necessary calories and nutrients for brain growth. The study also suggests that the accidental fermentation of stored foods may have led to the development of a stable microbial ecosystem, further aiding in the fermentation process. The hypothesis has implications for research on modern diets and the role of fermented foods in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome.
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The article suggests that the relatively smaller large intestines of humans compared to other primates may indicate that our ancestors were eating food that was already partially broken down by fermentation. Another interpretation is that early humans were consuming more bioavailable food, such as meat, which does not require as much breakdown as fibrous materials like seeds and leaves.
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Plant Based News is a mission-led media platform that promotes the plant-based diet. The platform emphasizes the benefits of this diet for human health, the planet, and animals. The platform also highlights the urgency of shifting away from an animal-based food system to combat the climate crisis, prevent future pandemics, and create a more equitable global food system.
9. Let’s create a Tree-sitter grammar
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The article discusses the author’s experience with integrating Tree-sitter, a syntax highlighting tool, into Neovim. The author explains that Tree-sitter allows for fast and accurate syntax highlighting, as well as additional semantic features. The author then goes on to describe their attempt at creating a Tree-sitter grammar for Djot, a markup language similar to Markdown. The article provides some examples and code snippets to demonstrate the process. The author also mentions the use of an external scanner in the Tree-sitter parser to handle more complex parsing tasks. Overall, the article provides an overview of integrating and creating Tree-sitter grammars.
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The author is inquiring about ways to make tree-sitter generate smaller files. They wanted to add support for nim to difftastic, but the resulting .c file from tree-sitter is too large (60MB) to be added to the repository.
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The article includes three resources related to grammars:
- A tool to convert tree-sitter grammar.json to EBNF. The tool can be found at https://meimporta.eu/tree-sitter/json2ebnf.html.
- An alternative syntax to write tree-sitter grammars. The syntax can be explored at https://mingodad.github.io/lua-wasm-playground/ by selecting “Tree-sitter-ebnf-generator” from the “Examples” and clicking “Run” to see the tree-sitter grammar for the content in “Input Text (arg[1])”.
- An online editor/tester for Yacc/Lex with several example grammars. The editor can be found at https://mingodad.github.io/parsertl-playground/playground/.
10. The Google employees who created transformers
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The article discusses the significance of the scientific paper titled “Attention Is All You Need” written by Google researchers in 2017. The paper introduced a revolutionary artificial intelligence (AI) architecture called transformers, which has since become the foundation for various AI products and applications. The authors of the paper decided to prioritize collaboration and equality by listing themselves as equal contributors, with no specific lead author. Despite this, all eight authors have gained popularity and recognition in the AI field. The story of transformers begins with Jakob Uszkoreit, whose father, Hans Uszkoreit, was a prominent computational linguist. Jakob joined Google’s translation group and became involved with developing a system that could respond to users’ questions directly on the search page. This work led to the adoption of recurrent neural networks and the emergence of transformers as a more powerful AI architecture. The article concludes by highlighting the transformative impact of the paper and how all eight authors have gone on to work with systems influenced by their breakthrough.
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The article discusses the concept of attention models in the field of artificial intelligence. The author argues that attention models were not invented by a specific group of researchers, but rather existed prior to their papers. The author mentions using attention models in 2018 with unexpected and interesting results. However, another group found that scaling compute power with simple algorithms yielded better outcomes. The author argues against the idea of attributing the discovery and transformation of AI solely to one group, emphasizing the need for a more deterministic approach. The author mentions the importance of world models, memory, graph, energy minimization, and generative approaches. The article concludes by suggesting that adding more and more chips may not be the solution for achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI).