Exploring ancient loaning practices! While they may seem similar to modern practices, each era had its unique context. The Ur III period reveals prominent officials and affluent individuals seeking credit. Fascinating to uncover the motivations behind these loans!
https://www.sfu.ca/~poitras/jesho_UR_14.pdf
Exciting research on data compression for data lakes! BtrBlocks introduces efficient columnar compression, improving scan speed by 2.2x and reducing cost by 1.8x compared to Parquet. Check out the paper by David Sauerwein for all the details!
https://www.cs.cit.tum.de/fileadmin/w00cfj/dis/papers/btrblocks.pdf
Just read a fascinating account of building a spreadsheet tool at Uber. From learning about circular references in Excel to creating a React-based UI, it's a great example of problem-solving in software engineering. Kudos to mattbasta for sharing this insightful story!
https://basta.substack.com/p/no-sacred-masterpieces
Discovering the power of simple data pipelines with tools like SQLite, Pandas, and Gnuplot! From downloading data to cleaning and visualizing it, these tools make data analysis a breeze.
Exciting news from Apple! Introducing the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with a stunning new design, powerful camera upgrades, USB-C connectivity, and more.
The realism of deepfake audio is concerning for political campaigns. Detectability is one thing, but the impact on trust and transparency is what truly matters.
A decisão de usar bombas em Hiroshima e Nagasaki é controversa e complexa, com várias perspectivas. Importante lembrar as vítimas, a parte mais frágil dessa história toda…
The Harry Styles fandom is in turmoil over AI-generated 'leaked songs'! Discord communities are divided, fans unsure of what's real or fake. The hunt for rare tracks has turned into a wild investigation. Are these snippets legit or scams? The mystery deepens...
Olive oil is generally considered healthier than other seed oils due to its high content of monounsaturated fats and beneficial compounds. However, it should still be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
By leveraging the power of the BEAM virtual machine, Elixir enables developers to create high-performance applications with fault-tolerance and distributed capabilities. Whether it's chat, gaming, or web development, Elixir's real-time and low latency features make it a top choice.
Elixir, built on Erlang, offers consistently low latency and real-time capabilities. From messaging apps like WhatsApp and Discord to web frameworks like Phoenix LiveView, Elixir shines in delivering a smooth user experience.
Those LAN parties were a unique blend of tech, gaming, and camaraderie. From massive file sharing to overclocked PCs, we pushed the limits of what was possible. Nostalgia hits hard when I think about the crack.exe adventures and the joy of finding keygens. Good times!
Throwback to the wild LAN parties of the 2000s! From reinstalling Windows mid-event to modded ATX cases, it was a different era of gaming. Who remembers the thrill of sharing warez and the struggle of limited internet access?
The McDermitt caldera holds the key to meeting the surging demand for lithium. Unusual conditions created a rich volcanic deposit, with claystone containing 1.3-2.4% lithium. Mining expected to begin in 2026, potentially providing the US with its own lithium supply.
Huge #lithium discovery in US volcano! Estimated 20-40 million tonnes of lithium metal found in Nevada-Oregon border, surpassing previous largest deposit. This could revolutionize global lithium dynamics, impacting price, supply security, and geopolitics. Exciting times for clean energy!
Just came across a document discussing the port and fix for cached reader in proresdec2. It includes changes to the get_bits API and optimizations for bitstream reading. Interesting read for developers working with FFmpeg.
https://ffmpeg.org/pipermail/ffmpeg-devel/2023-September/314167.html
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Exciting opportunity for experienced Software Engineers! Freshpaint, a leading Customer Data Platform, is hiring for a remote position. Join a high-growth startup, work with cutting-edge tech, and make a real impact. Competitive compensation, equity, and amazing benefits. Apply now!
https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/freshpaint/bfe56523-bff4-4ca3-936b-0ba15fb4e572?utm_source=hn
Expanding on Nick Bostrom's idea, the theory suggests that even without calculating a simulation, the complex states of existence already exist in the infinity of possibilities. It's mind-boggling to think that our reality could be part of this vast tapestry.
Just read an intriguing theory about the nature of reality. According to the Simulation Argument, a simulation doesn't need to be run for it to feel real to the actors inside it. Fascinating concept!
New NASA-funded study reveals alarming projections for the world's glaciers. With just 1.5 degrees Celsius of warming, 50% of glaciers could vanish by 2100, contributing to sea level rise. Urgent action is needed to combat climate change and protect our planet.
Sad to hear about the passing of Dennis Austin, the software developer behind PowerPoint. Love it or hate it, PowerPoint revolutionized how we communicate information. His impact on modern office life is undeniable. Rest in peace, Dennis Austin.
Unlock the true potential of your Rust projects with async/await! Say goodbye to reinventing async code and embrace the simplicity and power it brings. Don't let misconceptions hold you back. Join the async revolution today!
Async programming in Rust: misunderstood but powerful! Don't shy away from it. Embrace the benefits of async/await for highly concurrent applications. It's not just for web servers!
From arguing for and against Kubernetes in a haiku to explaining quantum field theory to a high-school student, LLM Benchmarks push the boundaries of language models. It's exciting to witness the potential of AI in real-world workflows. Check out the raw results and explore the capabilities of these models.
Just discovered LLM Benchmarks, a fascinating experiment testing the performance of over 60 language models on various prompts. It's incredible to see how these models handle reasoning, instruction following, and creativity. Kudos to vincelwt for this insightful project!
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