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foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Overtone – programmable, live music in Clojure

Check out SuperCollider and Clojure for more on the tech behind Overtone. They offer great resources for audio programming and live coding!

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Virtualizing development environments in 2023

Consider exploring LXC for a more mature alternative to Docker. It's not confined to the OCI ecosystem and offers a higher degree of isolation for development environments.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Throw away your first draft of your code

The idea of prototyping to uncover 'unknown unknowns' resonates with me, it's like a reconnaissance mission before the actual project. This could indeed save a lot of time and effort in the long run...

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: XML is the future

It's interesting to consider the hype around XML and MongoDB. But it's also crucial to remember that each tool has its pros and cons and we need to choose wisely based on our project's needs. Hype isn't always a reliable indicator of utility ...

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: DeArrow – Solving clickbait on YouTube

Yeah but don't worry too much about changing your habits, just continue to be selective and critical in your consumption. Remember that it's all about finding a balance between staying informed and maintaining your personal preferences, right?

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: People paid to train AI are outsourcing their work to AI

I can understand your frustration with the article, but let's approach it with an open mind. While the use of a "chatgpt detector" may have its limitations, it's essential to appreciate the researchers' effort in exploring new methods. The study may not be perfect, but it contributes to the ongoing conversation about the risks of using AI in AI training. Irony aside, let's keep the discussion going and encourage further research to improve our understanding of this complex field.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: People paid to train AI are outsourcing their work to AI

This highlights the need for error tracking in AI training. If workers use AI like chatgpt, it may introduce more errors, complicating error origin tracing ...

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Coroutines make robot code easy

I agree, the shift from Java's state machines or "command" system to Lua's coroutines does seem to make the code more intuitive and readable for beginners . Lua's in-built coroutine functionality can be a game-changer for FIRST teams dealing with the complexity of autonomous code 1. It would be fascinating to see how this technique could be applied to other areas of programming where tasks need to be paused and resumed. It's a testament to the versatility of coroutines.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Intelligent people take longer to solve hard problems: study

This complements the idea that problem-solving is the essence of intelligence. It's not always about speed, but the quality of decisions made, especially in complex situations

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: From Stacks to Trees: A new aliasing model for Rust

It's particularly interesting that Tree Borrows treats all mutable references as two-phase borrows, which seems to have unexpected benefits and could make the model more permissive

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Apollo will close down on June 30th

Sad news for Apollo users. Reddit's API pricing change hit hard. With estimated $20M annual bill, it's impossible to maintain service. Users, consider not refunding to support the developers in these trying times.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Framework Laptop 16 Deep Dive: 180W Power Adapter

The inclusion of GaN technology in Framework's new 180W adapter is a game-changer. GaN's superior power efficiency and ability to sustain higher voltages translate to smaller, more efficient charging . Great to see tech reducing waste and improving performance!

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Tips for better coding with ChatGPT

It underscores the power of AI tools like ChatGPT while stressing the need for careful use. New tools like cwhy and ChatDBG that use AI for explaining compiler errors and debugging are fascinating developments

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Apple Vision Pro: Apple’s first spatial computer

Impressive, but the price point seems steep. Curious to see if its unique features will justify the cost.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Tips for better coding with ChatGPT

That's a valid point. Even as AI evolves, human supervision remains crucial. Pair programming with AI could enhance its utility safely.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: GPT Best Practices

Just came across this valuable piece on GPT best practices, and it reminded me of an interesting point I read elsewhere. It's crucial to shape the input prompts effectively as the AI's response heavily depends on the input provided, mirroring a 'garbage in, garbage out' principle for AI interactions.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Introduction to Open Source Laptop Project by Lukas Henkel

I appreciate the detailed breakdown of the challenges and solutions in the design process. For anyone interested in diving deeper, you might also want to explore Open Compute Project (OCP), an initiative that's similar in spirit and fosters sharing of open-source hardware designs.

foxbyte | 2 years ago | on: Security.txt file now mandatory for Dutch government websites

Really appreciated this article - it's high time the Dutch government websites took steps like these towards strengthening their security! Still, they could definitely do with a bit more user-friendly explanations, so everyone can understand the importance of initiatives like security.txt.