skysight-inc/HackerNews huggingface dataset:
Diagrams are what I tend to use as well, my background is Engineering (the non software kind) for solving engineering problems one of the first thing we are taught to do at uni is to sketch out the problem and I have somewhat carried that habit over when I need to write a computer program.

I map out on paper the logical steps my code needs to follow a bit like a flow chart tracking the change in states.

When I write code I'll create like a skeleton with placeholder functions I think I'll need as stubs and fill them out as I go, I'm not wedded to the design sometimes I'll remove/ replace etc whole sections as I get further in but it helps me think about it if I have the whole skeleton "on the page"
https://archive.today/Jgg3Q
so what are these arguments in favor of the user?

as a user i like websites that are interactive and fast to respond. from my experience that works better if the site is done in a frontend framework and built to reduce roundtrips to the server.

i am on a slow connection, and when on hackernews for example on a slow day half the time the pages don't even load. so i sit there wanting to reply to a comment and i can't because first the reply link fails, and when it finally loads, submit fails.

had hackernews been written with a frontend framework, then i could click reply and submit without internet access, and the page could store my comment until internet is back and send it without me having to babysit it.

even just plain reading would would be better. with js new comments could be loaded in the background and they could be added to the page and marked as new without reloading the whole page. a much smoother experience than having to wait for a reload.

i don't know what kind of sites you are building. maybe in your domain this kind of example doesn't apply, but claiming that javascript is bad for users across the board is just plain nonsense. most users do not care whether something is done in js or not. they care that it functions well, and there are cases where javascript provides the better functionality. (submitting this comment took 1.3 seconds + another 300ms to load the updated page. and that's fast. with js it could happen in the background.)
This is a great start and the feedback you’re getting is given with good intention. Don’t get discouraged! :)
Have been running TimeSnapper non-stop on my Windows laptop and Windows workstation since... January 1st, 2006 at 11:16AM. That's almost 18 years of desktop capture. Crazy to think about that. I may have been running it prior to that, but that's the first recorded date on my saved captures. 50% resolution. 60% quality. JPEG. The entire screen and any attached monitors. Hundreds and hundreds of gigabytes of my daily professional and personal life. Captured once every 10 seconds. The movies I've watched. The games I've played. The thoughts I've had. The code I wrote. All of it captured.

Prior to TimeSnapper for Mac I ran my own little script, and a companion one for Linux. Now I have TimeSnapper on my Macbook Pro too. And if you ever create a Linux version (or want someone to create a Linux version), let me know. I'd be happy to beta test.

I've lost count of the number of times that TimeSnapper has saved my arse, either with accidentally deleted data, finding an obscure web page, proving I did something on a specific date/time, or that something happened in the way I say it did, or recovering the keys to a small amount of Ethereum and Dogecoin stored in a wallet.

Thank you for TimeSnapper. It has been interesting to use it for that length of time.

"Four weeks work in 9 minutes" captured by TimeSnapper where I create a video game (or three) in October of 2012 http://www.otakunozoku.com/video/working.flv

Sorry, it's an flv, along with an onion on your belt, it was the fashion back in the day
Now mostly are at 0 or 1 cashier. I think that is what you will be getting 1 only manned checkout, and maybe 2 self-out.
The parallel nature is caused by the realities of wind; you don’t want to be doing crosswind activities unless forced to.

Even airports with “unlimited” space have parallel runways and resulting taxiways.
It's a concern, but it's orders of magnitude better to clean up the garbage than not clean up the garbage. Like, the entire foodchain being decimated by choking on floating garbage kind of difference. I mean, if you want to optimize for a soup of green goo and floating cottage cheese containers, that isn't exactly "leave no trace".
The judge’s “this simply can’t be the law” is pretty perfect here. Plenty of founders spend 18 months eating prison rations and never leaving a small confined area and all they get are lousy T shirts and a decent resume piece.

It can’t be the case the fraud is more profitable than honest failure - the justice system must prevent that.
big +
Train-Surfing: A Global Look
If you are so smart, why do you engage in evasive actions like this?

I am calling you out, you fast talking egomaniac coward, bring that big brain out of hiding and show off its real power: state clearly and explicitly, precisely what is incorrect in that comment.

And while you're at it: pay special attention to the final sentence in the comment you linked. Is it not rather perfect for the situation we are in?

Oh I would love to get into the mind of one of you people, even for 5 minutes just to see what it is like...would it be something like psychedelics, or would it be even weirder?

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/What_Is_It_Like_to_Be_a_Bat%...
Filesystem mount option, have utilities default it to on when creating new partitions.
You have to have an instructor willing to gamble his ticket on you not crashing stupidly.

Other than that, there’s no minimum hour requirement.
Interesting that the port side is unfinished; I didn’t realize that we never saw it!
FWIW, Costco's receipt checkers aren't looking for shoplifting so much as checking to make sure people collected everything they paid for. In particular stuff like gift cards where you pick up a cardboard token in the store and then get the actual item after paying.
The way I sit while driving is very different from typing

Typing I'm not able to recline and comfortably type. It's possibly a different chair, desk, keyboard, and monitor setup could help with this but I'm self-employed right now and not able to shell that out for what would amount to experiments which I don't expect to be particularly fruitful.

I have worked in a number of offices and with a variety of setups when employers were footing the bill, and have yet to find one that was significantly more comfortable than my current setup.

When driving I'm in much more of a relaxed reclining position and just steering. Long distances I can add cruise control to the mix. Making minor adjustments to the steering wheel is completely different from the wrist/fingertip stress of typing, and good posture when working at a desk requires being more upright, which in my experience ends up putting more stress on my back and neck also.
How about:

>>> 'abc' + 'def'[1]
abce
>>> b'abc' + 'def'[1]
TypeError: can't concat int to bytes

It's been responsible for a lot of bugs in my code. They copied the "bytes is an array of integers" thing from Java. Big mistake. Python is not Java.

Them treating filenames as strings is another bug factory on Linux. Almost no one unit tests filenames with invalid encodings, so the result is a whole pile of python3 programs will fall when given perfectly valid input, whereas those same programs in python2 were fine.

It's a very odd outcome given python harks from Linux.
I've been saying this for the last 10 years. Middle managers are Bozos. They don't let you get shit done and don't let you flush your ideas and brainstorm to products. I hope this tendency becomes the new norm.
He has twit x and space x.
That should be enough for his identity. And he wouldn’t be forced to sell his Tesla holdings.
He’s been threatening to take his bat and ball and go home for a while. I’m curious how it would go.

It could actually be good for Tesla to be freed from his whimsical decrees (a friend of mine works there and his mercurial nature gives the company whiplash) and it could be good for him to think he has to start something new. He seems to think he can do a lot of good ai work. Maybe he can.
I'm not sure I understand the requirement here.

Something different than (below)?

https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/app-createdb.html

https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/app-createuser.html

(others https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/reference-client.htm...)

I never use these myself, but it seems there are ways to get there.
Currently and for the past year or so neovide+nvim+lazy has been the thing that got me off vscode.
This is an important consideration for the developer/publisher, but less so for the user.

I use all three major operating systems on a daily basis, and typically preferentially prefer single-OS apps, as I can typically expect them to be more performant and to better follow a platform's UI conventions.
As a manager the key to success is sincerity. Once you can fake that you’ve got it made.
> Independent redistricting commissions

Define "independent".

I note that California has an "Independent redistricting commission" and it gerrymandered the state more than the previous "by legislature" system. (Exactly how do you determine "independent" in a way that isn't easily gamed?)

Of course, there's also the "define gerrymander" question.

The typical answer is some variation on "minimize the perimeter of districts." That's measurable but why is it good? For example, it doesn't follow interest group lines
I agree with all your points. My discussion points were about the original comment about the need to 'overhaul' the system. Right now I bet there is an investigation going on into this incident and it will likely lead to appropriate changes. I also suspect that many different entities have just upped their trackers of incidents to collect exactly the trend data that can prevent future issues, just like they should be doing. In other words the current system doesn't need a safety overhaul because it is doing everything reasonable and doing it well and has the stats to back up that it is doing reasonable things.

Arguing that the system is safe and doesn't need an overhaul is not the same thing as arguing that the system should start ignoring things.
Ah no here is where people get it wrong. Government should build infrastructure by getting bids from private companies and it should be the same for maintenance and management of said infrastructure. Then the government should set performance and price targets which are needed to be met for the contracts to be renewed. So the maintainer will charge isp for the using the infrastructure as well maintaining it and charge the isp accordingly. This way there is competition where it is efficient and effective. Instead of expecting multiple companies to spend billions on parallel and redundant infrastructure.
Converse AI: Powering Intelligent Conversations
Unveiling the "Typed Soul": A Name that Speaks Volumes
In the bustling world of AI chatbots, a captivating name can be the difference between getting lost in the crowd and sparking instant intrigue. Your startup, "Typed Soul," does just that – it offers a name brimming with potential. Let's delve into why "Typed Soul" is a strong contender for your AI chatbot platform:

1. Emotional Connection:

The word "soul" evokes a sense of depth, emotion, and understanding. It suggests that your AI chatbot isn't just a collection of code, but a platform capable of meaningful interactions. This taps into the human desire for connection, even in the digital realm.

2. Focus on Text-Based Interaction:

"Typed" clearly communicates the platform's core functionality – text-based communication. It differentiates itself from voice-activated chatbots and emphasizes the power of words in building connections.

3. Memorable and Unique:

"Typed Soul" is a catchy and unique combination that sticks in the mind. It's not a generic tech jargon, but a name that sparks curiosity and invites exploration.

4. Brand Storytelling Potential:

The name "Typed Soul" inherently tells a story. It suggests a platform that can understand your emotions and needs through written communication. This narrative can be further developed through your branding and marketing efforts.

Taking it Further:

Here are some additional ideas to leverage the strength of "Typed Soul":

Slogan: Develop a tagline that complements the name. For instance, "Typed Soul: Where words connect."
Visual Identity: Design a logo that reinforces the name's emotional and text-based essence.
Final Thoughts:

"Typed Soul" is a powerful name for your AI chatbot platform. It's memorable, insightful, and evokes a sense of connection. By building upon this strong foundation, you can create a brand that stands out in the ever-evolving world of AI technology
Don't forget the people in front of you always paying correct change with pennies or writing out a check
Very much this. Folks tend to compare absolute numbers at the top of their payslip while forgetting all the rest. You don’t get good roads and healthcare out of nothing.
When I was studying educational research, it seemed that most sources agreed that - apart from individualized tutoring - decreasing class size was one key to better learning. IIRC, the magic 'threshold) was 12. (Mob vs. seminar?)

Of course, teacher's real engagement with their subject and students, and teaching experiences (if they're in tune with what works, and also trying new methods) are important. As is whether their districts encourage (and can afford) innovation (in learning materials and media for example).

Regardless, teachers have to begin at the level of their average student (TBD); if the spread is too wide, some will be bored, some challenged. All of this is a lot to ask, moreso for teachers with outside lives to live and grow themselves also.
Arm, power, their ai 'neural engine'. What are google, amazon, or microsoft's differentiators?

Apparently it's about 30+100+70=200B arr worth to them, which is worth a few trillion mcap
It would have been a pub or a bar.

I've never seen or heard of a pokie machine in a cafe anywhere in Australia.
ElDewrito 0.7 – Classic Halo multiplayer on PC, restored by the fans
Changelog for version 0.7, released 2024-04-20: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rkB4nBN7J5WN-utCRP2VxAfH...

“ElDewrito” is a basically Halo 3 multiplayer for PC rebuilt from the remains of a canceled official free-to-play Russian-market Halo game called Halo Online. Notably this is the first update to ElDewrito since development was shut down at behest of Microsoft prior to “Halo: The Master Chief Collection”'s PC release. This mod is arguably the reason MCC has a PC release at all.

For anyone who doesn't get the etymology, Doritos and Mtn Dew are the snack foods most commonly associated with the Halo 3 XBOX360 era including special edition cross-branded Halo flavors like GAME FUEL™: https://www.penny-arcade.com/comic/2007/09/14/alien-genocide...
The article only touches lightly on this, but I wonder how much of this is pushback from communities that are tired of Walmart outsourcing their loss prevention to the local police and courts. Walmart has all of the self-checkouts under constant video surveillance. Instead of Walmart paying a cashier to ring people up and make sure everything gets scanned properly, the local government instead pays much more for the police and the prosecutor to go after anyone that abuses the easily abusable system.
SGT's Puzzle Collection does have a limited version of "Paint by Numbers". It's limited tho: only abstract patterns in black and white. It's called "Pattern".
In my working context, a "decentralized" government issued (digital) ID refers to an identity whose verification does not require a connection to the government server (e.g. verification is done by public key cryptography). So the government always has to participate in the issuance of that digital ID, but it doesn't know when and where you have used your identity. ISO/IEC 18013-5 is an example of this type.

By contrast, a "centralized" digital ID phones home every time it presents and verifies. I don't know any standards, but most digital identities in China are of this form.
Shouldn't the readme first explain what this project is about? How would I know if this is relevant for me/my work. Not trying to be obtuse, I am fairly new to CS and I would like to understand what I am looking at and how I could use it in future.
Keen to read the original thread referenced in the email, but I can't find it anywhere.
I have 70B at q4_0 running at 20 tokens/s inference using 2 Founders Edition RTX3090s with NVLink. It's an older AMD 5950x with a motherboard with 4-slot spacing between the PCI-e (iirc, the motherboard is an ASRock x570 Taichi).

For comparison, I tried the same rig with a single RTX 4090, but it generated an abysmal 2.4 tokens/s, which I would consider nigh unusable. The difference between all GPU VRAM is significant.
A guide who loves the subject matter can make an incredible difference - I had a physics teacher who had a contagious love for it, and those who were naturally curious about the subject learned a lot while even the reluctant students couldn't help but be sucked in to his demonstrations and experiments.

I was fascinated by biology right up until I took 2 high school classes on it, and then it took years for me to recover. It had nothing to do with a lack of curiosity. In my classes, at least, the focus was on memorization of names of things. No time for wonder and amazement, what's important is that you can write labels on that diagram of endoplasmic reticulum! :)

I didn't take the article so much as the blame game but more saying that the subject of biology generally could be taught in a much, much better way. That certainly rings true for me and, from your comments, seems to ring true for you as well: you loved the subject despite how poorly it was presented to you.
Absolutely. Recently at $JOB, during discussions about designing a new system, I recalled the quote by Thomas Sowell: "There are no solutions, only trade-offs."
No, I never did that with stock Emacs.

The 'space' in Spacemacs is how all of the menu options trigger, and I find it a pleasant approach.
Show HN: Find destinations based on your mood
Self-checkout would be better with some simple fixes.

- Improve the layout. Provide more input side workspace for the customer to unload their cart. Make the workflow more like cashier checkout - unload cart onto conveyor, pass items across scanner, deposit in bagging area. Don't cram so many self checkout stations into a small area that customers and carts are crowded together trying to use them. De-clutter the self-checkout area. Get rid of the high-margin impulse items.
Remember Bed, Bath, and Beyond, with the most cluttered checkouts in retail? Remember what happened to them? As one retail consultant wrote, "Never put an obstacle in the way of the customer giving you money".

- Big screen with no distractions showing what you've scanned, without abbreviations but maybe with item pictures. Do not treat this as an advertising opportunity. It's a progress chart.

- Use multiple cameras and computer vision to watch what's happening. Provide good cues - "Didn't get a good look at that item - please show it to the scanner again." Use something with enough smarts to approximately recognize products. The system should be able to tell how many bags you used without user help. It should be able to resolve most minor problems without human assistance. This is not primarily an anti-theft measure, although it will help. It's an anti-confusion measure.

- Get the payment system properly synchronized with the checkout system. Never show a display that says to present a card until the system is ready to accept the card. Once a card has been read, say so. Get RFID readers with decent receivers so the customer isn't struggling to get the card read properly. (Looking at you, Toast.)

There's probably a YC24 in this for somebody. All the necessary hardware exists. The integration is terrible.
Appeal to authority is a fallacy. There is no authority in Science. Anyone can critique a paper. Content of the criticism is what matters, not the degree that the critic holds.

It is unfortunate that Science communication to "retail customer" too often appeals to authority. It is also unavoidable result of big business getting involved. Climate change is a lucrative billion dollar business now, where money mostly comes from governments and that attracts charlatans like fleas to manure.
At Costco, when it is really busy, it can be a real fire hazard with people lined up just have someone pretend to audit your cart and then cross off your receipt. It is insane they can get away with abusing their customers like that.
Inside the Super Nintendo cartridges
This is the reason I like VIM. While I’m mostly using it locally, this deterministic way of handling input means that I can edit over a slow ssh connection faster than the result being displayed. The VIM language is like playing music, you’re only conscious of mistakes.

There was a data entry program (I forget its name) that I liked too. I could enter a complete survey form without watching the screen, just by tab-ing. I memorized the sequences and shortcuts for dropdown. Made a dull job less frustrating.
Professional product photographer here, primarily jewelry. Can confirm, pixel shift is a thing of pure beauty in this application, at least on the Hasselblad medium format system our studio used for years. Was a pain to wait for 16 captures to fire off, we certainly didn’t use it every day, but for high end work it gave beautiful tones and pixel resolution. I’ve never tried such a thing on landscapes, I can see the reasons to avoid it in that case for sure!
Existing Elixir shops probably aren't looking for fresh bootcamp grad level coders, and those grads' skillsets don't hold any weight until there's enough to start affecting new project decisions, which probably wouldn't have happened. Even Ruby is a stretch as a one-trick skillset for new developers without CS degrees, and it was quite popular well before bootcamps were: that's why they taught it. I mean, I love me some Elixir, but the result is that most of the schools would have closed within months and the graduates would probably not have gained much from them.
I'm certainly not defending Amazon, I'm defending AI. What they build was impressive and worked for the most part (I saw the behind the scenes). It was just really expensive because you needed high resolution full coverage of the entire store.

I just find it disingenuous for people to pull out this example as "why AI doesn't actually work" when it's not an example of it.
Can't agree more. After scanning the repo homepage and their website, I still have absolutely no idea what this is supposed to do.
This works ONLY if there are somewhat clear goals that people can work towards. If there's a principle or a purpose that transcends a managers personal agenda, then yeah, go for it. If not, this will be just anarchy.

Open Source efforts have a been a wonderful laboratory to gather data on how different kinds of "low cost" management affect different types of efforts. I'm always surprised that given the explosion of those efforts for 20 years, businesses have never looked at them as a source of inspiration.
I guess the author meant its modern incarnation rather than a garage operation that sells nerdy toys to hobbyists. Humane's first product (or at least what it was supposed to be) is a far cry from the Apple II.
> The stats are clear though, airlines are incredibly safe.

The concern among some is that safety is being sacrificed on a political altar, and that there will be a butcher's bill, probably sooner than later.
Furious agreement here;

iterative change is a part of the system, self reflection and pivoting to address issues as they first appear to avoid future consequences is very much how these things should work.