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Nintendo's Virtual Game Cards: Sharing Digital Switch Games Made Easy

2025-03-27
Nintendo's Virtual Game Cards: Sharing Digital Switch Games Made Easy

Nintendo unveiled Virtual Game Cards for the Nintendo Switch, launching late April. This new feature allows sharing digital games across multiple Switch consoles. Purchased digital games are stored as Virtual Game Cards, virtually loaded and ejected like physical cartridges. A single game can be played on up to two Switches simultaneously, and family sharing is enabled via local wireless, with a two-week lending period. This enhances digital game flexibility and convenience.

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(venturebeat.com)
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A 50-Year-Old Bug in C's File I/O: Unraveling a Legacy Mystery

2024-12-26

While improving a DOS emulator, a developer stumbled upon a seemingly trivial bug in file I/O: appending text to a file using the `echo` command produced unexpected results. Debugging revealed a flaw in how C runtime libraries handle switching between reading and writing, a flaw tracing back to the 1970s and even earlier UNIX systems. The article delves into the historical context, from early K&R C to modern C standards, exploring implementation differences across various UNIX versions and C compilers. The root cause is identified as limitations in early C libraries' handling of update mode, with variations in how different operating systems and compilers addressed these limitations. The author concludes that even today, for portable C code, an explicit `fseek` call is necessary when switching between reading and writing a file.

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(www.os2museum.com)
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Google Search Goes Full AI with Gemini 2.0

2025-03-07
Google Search Goes Full AI with Gemini 2.0

Google is revolutionizing search with Gemini 2.0, its latest AI model. A new "AI Mode" replaces the familiar ten blue links with a comprehensive AI-generated answer incorporating web summaries, Knowledge Graph data, and shopping information. Initially rolling out through Search Labs, this feature will eventually be available to all users, including those not logged in and minors. While aiming for faster answers to question-based searches, the accuracy and usefulness of AI Mode remain areas for improvement.

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(arstechnica.com)
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Does Visual Studio Rot Your Brain? A Programmer's Lament

2025-03-10

This article explores the impact of Visual Studio on programmers' thinking. While acknowledging its usefulness, the author argues that Visual Studio's heavy automation, particularly IntelliSense, may hinder the development of true programming skills and creativity. The author contrasts this with the pure joy of coding without such aids, emphasizing the mental benefits of a more hands-on approach. The piece also delves into the history of programming tools and speculates on the future changes brought about by Avalon (WPF) and XAML.

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(charlespetzold.com)
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Surface-Stable Fractal Dithering on a Playdate: A Tale of Optimization

2025-02-22

This post details the author's attempt to implement surface-stable fractal dithering on the Playdate handheld, a device with a 1-bit monochrome screen. The process proved challenging due to the limited hardware capabilities. The author meticulously documents the journey, including implementing perspective-correct texture mapping, displaying brightness on a 1-bit screen, and optimizing the fractal dithering algorithm itself. Through numerous optimizations, including algorithmic simplification and switching from a half-space rasterizer to a scanline rasterizer, the author achieves a frame rate of 20-22 FPS, but acknowledges further improvements are possible.

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(aras-p.info)
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Scale Beats All: AI Agent Achieves SOTA on swebench-verified

2025-01-08
Scale Beats All: AI Agent Achieves SOTA on swebench-verified

CodeStory achieved state-of-the-art results on the swebench-verified benchmark, resolving 62.2% of issues by leveraging massive test-time inference. They used Sonnet 3.5 LLM and a simple toolset, abandoning an initial MCTS framework in favor of scaling. By running numerous agents across multiple VMs and Anthropic accounts, they demonstrated the power of scale in solving complex software engineering problems, even for small teams. This reinforces the 'bitter lesson' that scale trumps all, offering a new paradigm for AI in software engineering.

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(aide.dev)
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Retro PC Emulation on Raspberry Pi Pico: Pico-286

2025-08-19
Retro PC Emulation on Raspberry Pi Pico: Pico-286

The Pico-286 project is a remarkable feat of emulation, bringing the classic PC experience of the late 80s and early 90s to the Raspberry Pi Pico. This lightweight project offers a fun way to explore retro computing and learn about low-level system emulation. It supports various Intel CPUs (up to 286), a range of classic peripherals (sound cards, graphics cards), and various graphics and text modes. Pico-286 even emulates the artifact colors produced by early displays! This open-source project is cross-platform and runs on Raspberry Pi Pico, Windows, and Linux.

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(github.com)
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I Found Bugs in Knuth's TAOCP and Got Rewarded!

2025-03-08
I Found Bugs in Knuth's TAOCP and Got Rewarded!

The author discovered several errors in Donald Knuth's "The Art of Computer Programming" (TAOCP) and reported them to Knuth himself. Knuth not only quickly responded and corrected the errors but also rewarded the author with "hexadecimal dollars" from his fictional "Bank of San Serriffe." The article details the errors found, Knuth's responses, and the corresponding rewards, sharing Knuth's unique correction methods and an amusing anecdote. It highlights Knuth's dedication to accuracy and attention to detail, and the author's respect for the classic work.

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(glthr.com)
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Evil Combinatorialist and 16 Wines: An Information Theory Puzzle

2025-08-21

Trapped in an evil combinatorialist's wine cellar, you're presented with 16 unlabeled bottles of wine, each from a different year between 0 and 15, and four binary measuring devices. Each device measures one bottle, outputting 0 or 1. The goal is to identify the year of each wine with 50 or fewer measurements. While it seems to require 64 measurements, exploiting the uniqueness of the years, a divide-and-conquer approach, starting by measuring most bottles with one device, dividing them into groups based on the result, and recursively applying the method, can solve it within 49 measurements. This puzzle cleverly combines information theory and combinatorics, showcasing how to leverage information asymmetry to reduce computational effort.

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(chriskw.xyz)
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The Math Notebook: A Powerful Tool for Kids

2025-05-09
The Math Notebook: A Powerful Tool for Kids

This article explores the surprising benefits of having kids keep a dedicated math notebook. More than just a place to do homework, a well-chosen notebook becomes a record of progress, a repository of solved problems, and a source of encouragement. The author shares practical advice on notebook size, page style, and even naming the notebook to foster a sense of ownership. Beyond the practical aspects, the article highlights the emotional value of tracking a child's mathematical journey, building confidence and a love of learning.

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(kidswholovemath.substack.com)
Misc learning habits

Open-Source Social Media Rivals Meta in Kickstarter Campaign

2025-01-25
Open-Source Social Media Rivals Meta in Kickstarter Campaign

Daniel Supernault, the Canadian developer behind Pixelfed, Loops, and Sup – open-source alternatives to Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp – is launching a Kickstarter campaign to raise $1 million for further development. These apps are part of the growing decentralized 'fediverse', using the ActivityPub protocol. Driven by a desire for alternatives to centralized platforms controlled by billionaires, these open-source apps are gaining traction. The campaign also aims to support the Pixelfed Foundation and address Supernault as a single point of failure for the project.

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(techcrunch.com)
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Tesla's European Sales Plummet Amidst Competition and Musk's Political Controversies

2025-03-02
Tesla's European Sales Plummet Amidst Competition and Musk's Political Controversies

Tesla's European sales plummeted by 45% year-over-year in January 2025, while overall EV sales in the region increased by 37%. Several factors contributed to this decline: the delayed launch of a cheaper Tesla model, an upcoming Model Y refresh causing buyer hesitation, intensifying competition from Chinese automakers like SAIC Motor (whose sales surpassed Tesla's by a factor of two), and significant public backlash against Elon Musk's controversial political activities. While the impact of public opinion on purchasing decisions is debated, Musk's actions undoubtedly exacerbated Tesla's sales slump in Europe.

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(www.npr.org)
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TikTok Sidesteps US Ban: Encourages Android Users to Sideload APK

2025-02-11
TikTok Sidesteps US Ban: Encourages Android Users to Sideload APK

Facing potential US bans, TikTok has implemented a workaround. While President Trump's executive order temporarily halted a ban, TikTok is encouraging Android users to download the app directly from its website as an APK file, bypassing the Google Play Store. This allows TikTok to temporarily circumvent app store bans, though a similar option isn't yet available for iOS users.

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(techcrunch.com)
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Tencent's Hunyuan3D 2.0: High-Resolution 3D Asset Generation

2025-01-21
Tencent's Hunyuan3D 2.0: High-Resolution 3D Asset Generation

Tencent unveils Hunyuan3D 2.0, a cutting-edge large-scale 3D synthesis system generating high-resolution textured 3D assets. Comprising two core components – the Hunyuan3D-DiT shape generation model and the Hunyuan3D-Paint texture synthesis model – it surpasses existing state-of-the-art models in geometry detail, condition alignment, and texture quality. A user-friendly platform, Hunyuan3D-Studio, simplifies manipulation and animation. Inference code and pre-trained models are now open-sourced, accessible via Hugging Face and the official website.

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(github.com)
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FreeBSD's PKGBASE Under Fire: Base System Components Accidentally Deleted

2025-07-30

FreeBSD's package management system, PKGBASE, is facing controversy. Users discovered that executing the command `pkg delete -af` removes only third-party packages on non-PKGBASE FreeBSD systems, but on PKGBASE systems, it removes nearly all base system components, including crucial tools like the vi editor. This raises concerns about system stability and POLA (The Principle Of Least Astonishment), as the same command behaves drastically differently, potentially rendering the system unusable.

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(lists.freebsd.org)
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Animate Anyone 2: Character Animation with Environmental Affordances

2025-02-20
Animate Anyone 2: Character Animation with Environmental Affordances

Building upon previous diffusion model-based character animation methods like Animate Anyone, Animate Anyone 2 introduces environmental awareness. Instead of solely focusing on character motion, it incorporates environmental representations as conditional inputs, generating animations that better align with the surrounding context. A shape-agnostic masking strategy and an object guider improve interaction fidelity between characters, objects, and the environment. A pose modulation strategy enhances the model's ability to handle diverse motion patterns. Experiments showcase the significant improvements achieved by this approach.

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(humanaigc.github.io)
AI Animation Generation Environmental Awareness

The Illustrated Guide to a PhD: A Visual Journey

2025-01-12

This article visually explains the PhD journey. Knowledge is represented as a circle, and a PhD is depicted as pushing the boundaries of that circle, making a dent representing the contribution of original research. The author uses simple diagrams to illustrate the stages involved, from undergraduate studies to the final breakthrough. The article emphasizes perseverance and the importance of seeing the bigger picture.

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(matt.might.net)
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Microsoft Joins World Nuclear Association, Betting Big on Nuclear Energy for Data Centers

2025-09-08
Microsoft Joins World Nuclear Association, Betting Big on Nuclear Energy for Data Centers

Microsoft has become the first major global tech company to join the World Nuclear Association, signaling a significant commitment to technologies like small modular reactors and fusion energy to achieve its long-term carbon-free goals. This move addresses the rapidly growing energy demands of data centers, supplementing renewable energy sources. While challenges remain in nuclear deployment, including cost, delays, and political opposition, Microsoft's collaboration with the nuclear industry will foster advancements in technology development, regulatory efficiency, and supply chain resilience, securing its energy strategy.

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(www.techradar.com)
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mbake: A Makefile Formatter and Linter After 50 Years!

2025-06-22
mbake: A Makefile Formatter and Linter After 50 Years!

After a 50-year wait (referencing the long history of Makefiles), mbake is finally here! This Makefile formatter and linter not only automatically fixes formatting issues such as indentation, spacing, and line breaks but also intelligently detects `.PHONY` targets and supports custom rules and plugin extensions. It offers a rich command-line interface for formatting, validation, and version management, seamlessly integrating into CI/CD workflows. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, mbake significantly improves Makefile writing efficiency and readability.

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(github.com)
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Six Months on Alpine: The Musl Trade-off

2025-09-04
Six Months on Alpine: The Musl Trade-off

The author spent six months using Alpine Linux as their daily driver. Alpine is praised for its speed, excellent package management, and lightweight nature. However, the author encountered compatibility issues due to Alpine's use of the musl libc instead of glibc, particularly with experimental software requiring glibc. While workarounds like gcompat, self-compilation, or Flatpak exist, they add friction. Ultimately, the author decided to explore other distributions like Void Linux or Debian for better compatibility and stability.

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(blog.jutty.dev)
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One Year of YouTube: A Journey of Creation and Reflection

2025-01-12

In 2024, two friends embarked on a YouTube journey, documenting their experiences in this article. From initial creative videos like skydiving with Apple Vision Pro to later attempts such as blindfolded hiking and AI-planned vacations, they encountered various challenges and learned valuable lessons. The article details the creation process, problems encountered, and data analysis for each video, sharing improvements to their workflow, such as the 'Title Tournament' brainstorming method. While the channel hasn't yet achieved massive success, they remain optimistic for the future.

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(chaserensberger.com)
Misc video creation

Programmable Embryo Models Created Using CRISPR

2025-03-23
Programmable Embryo Models Created Using CRISPR

Scientists at UC Santa Cruz have engineered cellular models of embryos without using actual embryos, mimicking the first few days after fertilization. Using CRISPR-based gene editing, they coaxed mouse stem cells into self-organizing structures called embryoids, replicating key stages of early embryonic development. This allows for the study of gene function in early development and the mechanisms of developmental disorders. Published in Cell Stem Cell, this research offers a new avenue for understanding human infertility and improving fertility treatments.

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(news.ucsc.edu)
AI Embryonic Development

OpenAI's Deep Research: Academic Papers in Minutes?

2025-02-19
OpenAI's Deep Research: Academic Papers in Minutes?

OpenAI recently released Deep Research, a tool designed to produce in-depth research papers within minutes. Academics are praising its capabilities; Ethan Mollick of the University of Pennsylvania calls it incredibly fruitful. Some economists believe papers generated by Deep Research are publishable in B-level journals. Tyler Cowen of George Mason University even compares it to having a top-tier PhD research assistant. The tool has sparked debate, highlighting AI's potential in academic research.

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(www.economist.com)
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Website Privacy Policy and Cookie Usage

2025-07-23

This website uses technologies like cookies to store and access device information for optimal user experience. Consent allows processing data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs. Withdrawing consent may affect features and functions. The website details the purposes of different types of technical storage or access, including necessary storage, storage for preferences, storage for statistical purposes, and storage for creating user profiles to deliver ads.

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(i4is.org)
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Claude Code Framework Wars: How AI is Reshaping Software Development

2025-09-07
Claude Code Framework Wars: How AI is Reshaping Software Development

The software development landscape is undergoing a transformation with AI tools like Claude. No longer just a chatbot, Claude is evolving into a predictable and efficient development framework. Developers are exploring various methods to leverage Claude for automated coding and increased efficiency. The article delves into seven key choices: task management, structured prompting, multi-agent coordination, session management, tool integration, code development workflow, and context preservation. With a well-structured framework, Claude can take on multiple roles – project manager, architect, developer, and tester – freeing developers from repetitive tasks and allowing them to focus on higher-value work. The ultimate goal is to integrate AI seamlessly into the software development lifecycle, making it a manageable team member rather than a mysterious black box.

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(shmck.substack.com)
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A Discord Bot That Saved Our Friendship

2025-07-01

In 2022, a group of friends scattered across the globe struggled to stay connected during the pandemic. Their Signal group chat became a chaotic mess, making it hard to coordinate game nights. One friend built a simple Discord bot that sends a notification to a text channel whenever someone joins a voice channel. This seemingly small solution not only solved the communication problem but unexpectedly fostered more casual daily interaction, becoming a digital 'batsignal' for spontaneous hangouts. Now, they use Discord almost nightly, even creating an annual "Discord Wrapped" event to celebrate their digital connections.

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(blog.danpetrolito.xyz)
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Fearmongering: A Deep Dive into the Manipulation of Fear

2025-05-18
Fearmongering: A Deep Dive into the Manipulation of Fear

This article explores the widespread use of fearmongering tactics, from political campaigns and product advertisements to psychological warfare. It argues that humans' inherent sensitivity to danger is exploited by media, politicians, and others who exaggerate threats for personal gain. This manipulation not only distorts public perception of risk but can also drive societal extremes, such as increased polarization and a desire for strong authority. The article uses examples like the "Daisy" ad and Italy's "Strategy of Tension" to illustrate the power and far-reaching consequences of fear-based propaganda.

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(en.wikipedia.org)
Misc fear marketing psychological warfare

HP Acquires Humane's AI Capabilities for $116M, Accelerating AI Transformation

2025-02-18
HP Acquires Humane's AI Capabilities for $116M, Accelerating AI Transformation

HP Inc. announced a definitive agreement to acquire key AI capabilities from Humane for $116 million, including its AI platform Cosmos, a significant patent portfolio, and a team of highly skilled engineers. This acquisition accelerates HP's transformation into an experience-led company. The Humane team will join HP's new AI innovation lab, HP IQ, to build an intelligent ecosystem across HP's product range, enhancing user experience and productivity across PCs, printers, and connected workspaces.

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(humane.com)
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Revolutionizing Unix: The 4.3BSD Fast File System

2025-03-06
Revolutionizing Unix: The 4.3BSD Fast File System

This article delves into the revolutionary improvements of the Fast File System (FFS) introduced in the 4.3BSD Unix operating system of 1984. Addressing limitations of the traditional Unix filesystem in file size, I/O speed, and file count, FFS significantly enhanced performance and stability through optimized file layout, increased block size, exploitation of disk physical characteristics, and introduction of new file types and system calls. FFS design principles, such as co-locating metadata and data, and optimizing I/O based on disk rotation speed, profoundly impacted subsequent filesystem designs and laid the groundwork for efficient modern operating systems.

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(blog.koehntopp.info)
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