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Article URL: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/blog/curriculum-learn-web-development/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42493962

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Article URL: https://fstar-lang.org/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42508642

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Thread for 2024: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=38782613

Thread for 2023: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=33873800

I'd like to take on VR dev alongside my existing journeys in computer graphics, iOS dev and Unreal Engine. A stretch goal would be setting up a blog to document my experiences in those journeys.

In terms of non-technical skills, I'm thinking of focusing on sales and marketing. Those are fundamental skills, without which any side project I do would be doomed to f

Article URL: https://grist.org/international/three-quarters-of-the-worlds-land-is-drying-out-redefining-life-on-earth/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42509434

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The 2025 Social Security COLA increase goes into effect in just a few weeks. Here's what it means for your monthly check going forward. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-2025-heres-what-the-cola-increase-means-for-your-wallet/#ftag=CADf328eec

The IRS will soon send stimulus checks up to $1,400 to 1 million taxpayers who missed claiming the pandemic credit in 2021 https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/better-late-than-never-irs-targets-2-4b-for-taxpayers-who-didnt-claim-third-stimulus-check/#ftag=CADf328eec

Live NFL action has come to Netflix on Christmas Day. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chiefs-vs-steelers-how-to-watch-nfl-on-netflix-today/#ftag=CADf328eec

Fancy cocktail kits and subscriptions aim to teach you mixology skills right at home via giftable boxes of specialty ingredients with recipes to shake and stir. Here's what I thought after a three-month trial run. https://www.cnet.com/news/this-cocktail-subscription-kit-will-turn-your-home-into-your-favorite-bar/#ftag=CADf328eec

Are stress and anxiety about the holiday season affecting your sleep? Follow these expert tips to wind down, reduce stress and have silent nights. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/10-expert-tips-for-sleeping-well-during-the-holidays/#ftag=CADf328eec

Advanced phishing exploits blend social engineering with trusted platforms to breach defences.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/Two-step-phishing-campaign-uses-Microsoft-tools-to-bypass-email-security

There's a reason they're (a) great pick

https://www.techradar.com/audio/i-reviewed-over-30-pairs-of-headphones-in-2024-and-heres-the-one-i-keep-coming-back-to

Tired of endless scrolling? Discover why Mubi’s curated catalog and celebration of cinema made it my top subscription this year.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/mubi-is-my-favorite-streaming-service-of-the-year-here-are-4-reasons-why

Here is how organizations can strengthen defenses against Interlock ransomware targeting FreeBSD servers.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/interlock-ransomware-attacks-highlight-need-for-greater-security-standards-on-critical-infrastructure

Looking back at Razer's prototypes before the company potentially reveals another at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in 2025.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/a-history-of-razer-at-ces-what-to-expect-in-2025

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is available at its second-lowest price ever making it a steal for those considering an upgrade.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/amd-ryzen-7-7800x3d-drops-to-just-usd359-at-amazon-secure-the-fastest-zen-4-gaming-chip-while-supplies-last

While it comes at a premium price, the Corsair Vengeance i7600 offers significantly better quality than mainstream competitors.

https://www.tomshardware.com/desktops/gaming-pcs/corsair-vengeance-i7600-review

Without EUV, Chinese semiconductor industry is over a decade behind Taiwan, U.S.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/asml-ceo-says-china-is-10-to-15-years-behind-in-chipmaking-capabilities

The Xreal One is a pricey yet highly capable take on AR glasses.

https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/wearable-tech/xreal-one-review

Dominate the competition with the Victrix Pro FS Fight Stick - now at an all-time low price.

https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/master-your-fighting-games-with-the-victrix-pro-fs-esports-fight-stick-now-at-its-lowest-ever-price

If you received a bunch of gift cards for the holidays, consider it a blessing. Whoever gave them to you likely wanted to give you a gift you'd actually use, and rather assume (incorrectly), they wanted to ensure you'd get their money's worth on something you actually like. Maybe there's nothing on your wish list at the moment, but you're keen to spend that gift card on something that will make your commute easier or your home feel more cozy. Below are some of our favorite items that are well

Article URL: https://www.dbos.dev/blog/ezrgb-dbos-light-shows

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42494512

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Article URL: https://medium.com/inspiredbrilliance/exploring-lora-part-1-the-idea-behind-parameter-efficient-fine-tuning-and-lora-ec469d176c26

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42493871

Points: 93

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Article URL: https://eclecticlight.co/2024/12/23/will-that-hub-or-dock-slow-your-ssds-or-even-make-them-faster/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42494723

Points: 72

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https://eclecticlight.co/2024/12/23/will-that-hub-or-dock-slow-your-ssds-or-even-make-them-faster/

Hello Hackers, Happy Christmas to all.

Recently I have not been able to find time to work on some side projects or to try something new. Sometimes I slack off after returning from the office. Often it leads to bedtime procrastination and endless scrolling on the phone just for the sake of me-time.

From your experience, what tips or practices would you suggest to keep disciplined?

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Article URL: https://medium.com/@bdratings/all-your-models-are-destroyed-the-rise-and-future-fall-of-microstrategy-5916dd3c0021

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42508668

Points: 20

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Put some coffee on and configure these iPhone settings before you explore other features. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/unwrapped-a-new-iphone-change-these-8-settings-in-ios-18-2-first/#ftag=CADf328eec

You could net thousands of dollars from a nearly $9 million settlement reached by Elekta and Northwestern Memorial Healthcare over a data breach, but you only have until tomorrow. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/you-have-until-tomorrow-to-join-this-data-breach-class-action-settlement-if-you-qualify/#ftag=CADf328eec

Get ready for another round of Red Light, Green Light. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/when-you-can-stream-squid-game-season-2-on-netflix/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: The answer depends on what's more important to you in a cheaper phone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/buying-a-300-phone-comes-with-a-big-choice-fun-features-or-more-support/#ftag=CADf328eec

There are some cases where you shouldn't toss your boxes straight into a recycling bin. We'll explain. https://www.cnet.com/science/recycle-all-your-wrapping-paper-and-cardboard-the-right-way/#ftag=CADf328eec

Vitamins technically don't expire, but here's what you should know about how they lose their potency. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/may-not-want-throw-out-expired-vitamins-why/#ftag=CADf328eec

Putting your new security camera in the wrong spot could cause damage or give neighbors problems: Here's where you need to avoid. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/7-places-to-never-install-your-home-security-camera/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's OK if you want to avoid the new Apple Intelligence features. Here's how to disable them. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/join-the-73-of-apple-users-who-dont-care-about-ai-how-to-turn-off-apple-intelligence/#ftag=CADf328eec

Apple partnership with Globalstar challenges traditional telecom dominance with direct satellite communication.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/Apple-invests-billions-in-Globalstar-for-satellite-services-and-improved-iPhone-connectivity

You can download over 18,000 titles on Steam, but how many are quality?

https://www.tomshardware.com/video-games/steam-released-a-record-number-of-games-in-2024-over-18-000-new-titles-were-added-to-the-platform

A truly high-end, authentic CRT filter (in the form of a shader) releases, but only for high refresh OLED and LCD displays.

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/blur-busters-releases-authentic-crt-simulator-shader-for-high-refresh-oled-and-lcd-screens-240-hz-oled-recommended-for-the-best-experience

Kopite has spilled the beans of Nvidia's RTX 5070 family; detailing CUDA core counts, VRAM capacities and TDPs.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidias-rtx-5070-ti-and-rtx-5070-allegedly-sport-16gb-and-12gb-of-gddr7-memory-respectively-up-to-8960-cuda-cores-256-bit-memory-bus-and-300w-tdp

A leaked photo of what is claimed to be an early PCB design for the upcoming Nvidia RTX 5090 flagship GPU has leaked online

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/leaked-nvidia-rtx-5090-pcb-design-reveals-massive-gpu-package-and-high-performance-features

xAI, which is set to build a supercomputer with 200,000 Nvidia GPUs, raises $6 billion.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/elon-musks-xai-raises-usd6-billion-to-build-even-more-powerful-ai-supercomputers-nvidia-amd-contribute-to-funding-round

Some major mortgage rates climbed higher. Here's what to expect if you're in the market for a home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-increase-for-prospective-buyers-mortgage-rates-on-dec-25-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

Several important refinance rates moved higher this week, but rates could trend down in the coming months. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/homeowners-face-higher-refi-rates-todays-refinance-rates-dec-25-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec

You could net thousands of dollars from a nearly $9 million settlement reached by Elekta and Northwestern Memorial Healthcare over a data breach. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/you-can-join-this-data-breach-class-action-settlement-for-a-few-more-days-if-you-qualify/#ftag=CADf328eec

Report uncovers rising cyber threats with alarming increases in ransomware, data-stealing malware, and sophisticated social engineering tactics.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/Hackers-are-tricking-victims-into-scam-yourself-attacks-with-fake-tutorial-CAPTCHAs-and-updates

Just opened up an Apple Watch on Christmas Day? Here are five apps to get you started.

https://www.techradar.com/health-fitness/smartwatches/just-got-an-apple-watch-for-christmas-here-are-five-apps-you-should-download-right-away

Local AI processing powers Promeo marketing solutions.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/This-new-digital-marketing-tool-can-generate-an-entire-marketing-campaign-with-just-a-few-prompts

A million different online multiplayer games seem to arrive each week, but good games you can play on the couch with a buddy aren’t as common. If you’re looking for a suggestion, we’ve rounded up a selection of our favorite couch co-op games below, from 2D platformers and lengthy RPGs to chill puzzlers and intense shooters. Just be aware that we’ve limited our selection to genuine co-op experiences, not games like Mario Kart or a Jackbox Party Pack that may be playable on on

As a grad student (and an ADHDer), I had trouble doing literature review systematically. To combat this, I made a website that finds similar papers using the meaning of the thing I am looking for.

I used MixedBread's [^1] embedding model to generate vectors from the abstracts. I store and search similar vectors using Milvus [^2] and finally use Gradio [^3] to serve the frontend. I update the vector database weekly by pulling the metadata dataset from Kaggle [^4].

To speed up the search p

Businesses are already being radically transformed by artificial intelligence (AI). Tools now exist that offer instantaneous, high-quality results in improving certain operations without the burden of high costs or delays. In fact, generative AI could complete

Article URL: https://docs.ruby-lang.org/en/master/NEWS_md.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42507134

Points: 11

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https://docs.ruby-lang.org/en/master/NEWS_md.html

Article URL: https://www.ruby-lang.org/en/news/2024/12/25/ruby-3-4-0-released/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42507312

Points: 28

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https://www.ruby-lang.org/en/news/2024/12/25/ruby-3-4-0-released/

Over the past two years, generative AI has dominated tech conversations and media headlines. Tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney, and Sora captured imaginations with their ability to create text, images, and videos, sparking both excitement and ethical debates.

However, artificial intelligence goes far beyond generative AI—which is just a subset of AI—and its associated models. AI’s real promise lies in its ability to address complex challenges across diverse industries, from mi

Was YouTube TV’s recent price increase the straw that broke the camel’s back for you? When does the cost of streaming TV stop going up? When?!!

The answer is: Never.

These streaming services are going to keep creeping upward in cost until we’re all shelling out $300 a month.

Enough is enough. Time to take a break. That’s the beauty of streaming services: Y

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 93 for Dec. 25. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-dec-25-93/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 563 for Dec. 25. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-25-563/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,285 for Christmas Day, Dec. 25. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-dec-25-1285/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for the Dec. 25 Strands puzzle, No. 297. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-25-297/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 25. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-wednesday-dec-25/#ftag=CADf328eec

Change the color of your apps and arrange them in more ways in the latest OS. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/give-you-iphones-home-screen-some-holiday-cheer-with-this-ios-18-trick/#ftag=CADf328eec

Firms struggle with underperforming CRM systems, yet fear of disruption, cost, and time commitment stops them from seeking better solutions.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/many-businesses-feel-stuck-with-outdated-crm-systems-due-to-complexity-disruption-and-cost

Article URL: https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/21/travel/united-pilot-reunites-bone-marrow-donor/index.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42506041

Points: 9

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https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/21/travel/united-pilot-reunites-bone-marrow-donor/index.html

Article URL: https://blurbusters.com/crt-simulation-in-a-gpu-shader-looks-better-than-bfi/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42506211

Points: 39

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https://blurbusters.com/crt-simulation-in-a-gpu-shader-looks-better-than-bfi/

Article URL: https://innocenceproject.org/how-curb-your-enthusiasm-saved-an-innocent-man-from-death-row/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42506289

Points: 16

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Hello, I'm working on a web browser that focuses on being truly lightweight and designed for privacy.

At some point I've realized that much of the complexity and resource requirements of web browsers comes from JavaScript. This is because every part needs to be dynamic and optimized for speed.

So a few years ago I've started to work on a web browser that intentionally doesn't implement JavaScript, instead it contains an updated set of scripts that fix and improve various websites.

I've

What are some of your favorite memories from Christmas? Share them here :)

- Josh :)

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Points: 187

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Article URL: https://nelson.cloud/ai-generated-images-discourage-me-from-reading-your-blog/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42506989

Points: 8

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what is your why?

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42507016

Points: 4

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Article URL: https://phys.org/news/2024-12-earth-subsurface-million-metric-tons.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42494773

Points: 7

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Article URL: https://v5.chriskrycho.com/journal/jujutsu-megamerges-and-jj-absorb/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42505475

Points: 10

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Article URL: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/17/science/ultrablack-velvet-ant-brazil.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42505937

Points: 21

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Article URL: https://community.wolfram.com/c/portal/getImageAttachment?filename=tree.gif&userId=93201

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42506145

Points: 49

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Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore won't be back on Earth before March, but they've got candy canes and Santa hats to celebrate the holiday. https://www.cnet.com/science/stranded-nasa-astronauts-have-now-been-stuck-on-the-iss-for-six-months-send-christmas-greetings/#ftag=CADf328eec

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-25-december-2024

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-25-december-2024

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-25-december-2024

Article URL: https://jeremymorrell.dev/blog/a-practitioners-guide-to-wide-events/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42497338

Points: 24

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Article URL: https://www.cs.utexas.edu/~EWD/transcriptions/EWD08xx/EWD896.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42493808

Points: 205

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Article URL: https://admiralcloudberg.medium.com/masks-smoke-and-mirrors-the-untold-story-of-egyptair-flight-804-42c788fcac2d

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42504343

Points: 87

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https://admiralcloudberg.medium.com/masks-smoke-and-mirrors-the-untold-

Article URL: https://www.theestablished.com/self/health/why-making-friends-as-an-adult-is-harder-than-ever

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42502580

Points: 107

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https://www.theestablished.com/self/health/why-making-friends-as-an-adult-is-harder-than-ever

Article URL: https://www.abortretry.fail/p/shockley-semiconductor-laboratory

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42504677

Points: 38

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https://www.abortretry.fail/p/shockley-semiconductor-laboratory

Article URL: https://gist.github.com/grugq/03167bed45e774551155

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42504438

Points: 29

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Article URL: https://simonwillison.net/2024/Dec/24/qvq/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42505038

Points: 40

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https://simonwillison.net/2024/Dec/24/qvq/

Article URL: https://github.com/Jaennaet/pISSStream

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42505454

Points: 229

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https://github.com/Jaennaet/pISSStream

Despite the fact that the paper is named after him(AlexNet) and from my understanding they're(the 3 people named in the title)one of the reasons that Nvidia GPU became widely used for training Alex is not as popular as his peers/mentors? What happened to him?

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42505519

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Article URL: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2564783/gordon-mah-ung-remembered.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42505542

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TikTok is the new doctor’s office, quickly becoming a go-to platform for medical advice. Unfortunately, much of that advice is pretty sketchy.

A new report by the healthcare software firm Tebra found 45% of medical advice on TikTok to be false or misleading. Some categories were worse offenders than others, with TikTok videos about alternative medicine having the most inacc

Optickými kabely při běžném internetovém provozu zurčí záplava fotonů. Kvantová komunikace manipuluje s jednotlivými fotony, které by se mohly v moři fotonů optické komunikace utopit beze stopy. Kvantoví inženýři Northwestern University zařídili, aby k tomu nedocházelo. Praktická kvantová komunikace je na dohled. http://www.osel.cz/13836-kvantovi-inzenyri-zvladli-teleportaci-pres-vytizene-opticke-kabely.html

Unplug these devices to lower your energy usage and cut down on your electricity costs. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/slash-your-energy-costs-by-unplugging-these-power-hungry-appliances/#ftag=CADf328eec

It's normal for your eyes and vision to change. Follow these tips to monitor your eye health as you age. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/4-expert-tips-for-maintaining-your-eye-health-through-the-years/#ftag=CADf328eec

This obscure Chinese PC vendor has the world's first Qualcomm PC on offer.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/obscure-chinese-pc-vendor-has-the-worlds-first-qualcomm-pc-out-of-the-gate-qs1-pro-runs-windows-11-pro-has-wi-fi-7-and-up-to-2tb-ssd

Save up to $70 with these hard-to-resist Walmart deals on Apple iPad and Apple Watch Series 10.

https://www.laptopmag.com/tablets/ipads/walmart-apple-deals-include-huge-discounts-on-ipads-and-apple-watches