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https://github.com/ghostty-org/ghostty/pull/10559

The article discusses the potential demise of traditional software development practices and the feelings of grief and loss that some developers may experience as the industry evolves towards more automated and streamlined processes. It explores the challenges of adapting to technological change and the importance of embracing new approaches while still valuing the craft and artistry of coding.

The article explores the art of designing roads in video games, highlighting the importance of creating realistic and visually appealing road systems that enhance the overall gaming experience. It discusses various techniques and considerations developers employ to craft convincing road networks that seamlessly integrate with the game world.

This article explores the impact of AI on the ease and difficulty of various tasks, noting that AI can make simple tasks easier but may also increase the complexity of more challenging problems, thereby making the 'hard part harder'.

The article discusses the phenomenon of 'AI fatigue', where people become overwhelmed and disillusioned with the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence technology. It explores the potential causes of AI fatigue, such as unrealistic expectations, lack of understanding, and concerns about the societal impact of AI.

A month ago, I submitted my app "DoNotNotify" to control Android notifications on Show HN [0], and it trended on the front page for a day. I was happy, but the most upvoted comments on the thread were asking for the app to be open sourced, since it dealt with system-wide notifications. My promises weren't good enough, and the community wanted more!

Why didn't I open source it in the first place? Linux has been by primary driver for more than a decade. I genuinely believe in the philosophy, and have always wanted to give back to the community. The primary reason, probably, was because I was ashamed that I had 90% vibe-coded the app. More than 2 decades of writing software, and my first contribution to FOSS would be AI-generated code? Would it withstand even the most minimal of scrutiny? Would by (unknown) name forever be tarnished? I exaggerate, but only slightly :)

So, yesterday, after a fair bit of trepidation, I changed the github repo visibility to public and put up a announcement on the app's website [1]. I have also submitted the app to F-Droid [2]. As before, I welcome the community's feedback and suggestions!

[0] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46499646 [1] https://donotnotify.com/opensource.html [2] https://gitlab.com/fdroid/rfp/-/issues/3569

-- Anuj Jain

The article explores the author's fear and discomfort with the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), particularly the emergence of AI-generated content known as 'slop', which can be indistinguishable from human-created work. The author expresses concerns about the potential impact of AI on creativity, authenticity, and the future of human expression.

The article discusses the author's preference for writing code by hand rather than using a computer. It highlights the benefits of this approach, including better focus, creativity, and a more enjoyable coding experience.

The article explores the development of a new real-time global illumination technique called 'GBShader', which aims to provide realistic lighting in 3D graphics while maintaining high performance. It discusses the key features, technical details, and potential applications of this rendering technique.

This article compares the CCC (C Compilers Collection) and GCC (GNU Compiler Collection) compilers, discussing their features, performance, and suitability for different use cases. It examines the strengths and weaknesses of each compiler to help readers choose the most appropriate one for their software development needs.

I built LocalGPT over 4 nights as a Rust reimagining of the OpenClaw assistant pattern (markdown-based persistent memory, autonomous heartbeat tasks, skills system).

It compiles to a single ~27MB binary — no Node.js, Docker, or Python required.

Key features:

- Persistent memory via markdown files (MEMORY, HEARTBEAT, SOUL markdown files) — compatible with OpenClaw's format - Full-text search (SQLite FTS5) + semantic search (local embeddings, no API key needed) - Autonomous heartbeat runner that checks tasks on a configurable interval - CLI + web interface + desktop GUI - Multi-provider: Anthropic, OpenAI, Ollama etc - Apache 2.0

Install: `cargo install localgpt`

I use it daily as a knowledge accumulator, research assistant, and autonomous task runner for my side projects. The memory compounds — every session makes the next one better.

GitHub: https://github.com/localgpt-app/localgpt Website: https://localgpt.app

Would love feedback on the architecture or feature ideas.

The article discusses the author's experience with using the OpenClaw programming toolkit to build web applications, and how it has significantly improved their development workflow and productivity, leading to a positive impact on their life.

We're Tom and Ryan and we teamed up to build an algorithm with Rust and SIMD to exhaustively search for the longest line of sight on the planet. We can confirm that a previously speculated view between Pik Dankova in Kyrgyzstan and the Hindu Kush in China is indeed the longest, at 530km.

We go into all the details at https://alltheviews.world

And there's an interactive map with over 1 billion longest lines, covering the whole world at https://map.alltheviews.world Just click on any point and it'll load its longest line of sight.

Some of you may remember Tom's post[1] from a few months ago about how to efficiently pack visibility tiles for computing the entire planet. Well now it's done. The compute run itself took 100s of AMD Turin cores, 100s of GBs of RAM, a few TBs of disk and 2 days of constant runtime on multiple machines.

If you are interested in the technical details, Ryan and I have written extensively about the algorithm and pipeline that got us here:

* Tom's blog post: https://tombh.co.uk/longest-line-of-sight

* Ryan's technical breakdown: https://ryan.berge.rs/posts/total-viewshed-algorithm

This was a labor of love and we hope it inspires you both technically and naturally, to get you out seeing some of these vast views for yourselves!

1. https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45485227

The article discusses GitHub Actions, a powerful workflow automation tool that allows developers to create custom software development workflows directly within their GitHub repositories. It covers the key features and benefits of GitHub Actions, making it easier for developers to build, test, and deploy their code.

I built a desktop Mars colony survival game called Underhill, in homage to Kim Stanley Robinson's Mars trilogy. Land on Mars, build solar panels and greenhouses, and try not to pass out during dust storms. Eventually your colonists split into factions: Greens who want to terraform and Reds who want to preserve Mars.

There’s Chill Mode for players that just want to build & hang, and Conflict Mode that introduces the Red v. Green factions. Reds sabotage, the terrain slowly turns green as the world gets more terraformed.

Feedback welcome, especially on performance and gameplay!

The article reports on an incident that caused a widespread outage of GitHub services, affecting users globally. The incident was caused by a network configuration change, which the GitHub team worked quickly to identify and resolve to restore normal service.

The article discusses the discovery of malware hidden in Google search results, highlighting the ongoing threat of malicious actors exploiting popular online platforms to distribute harmful software to unsuspecting users.

The article discusses the limitations of traditional software development practices and proposes a more holistic, collaborative approach that considers the human and social aspects of software projects. It highlights the importance of embracing uncertainty, fostering shared understanding, and empowering diverse perspectives to create more meaningful and impactful software solutions.

The article discusses the role of E-cores (Efficient cores) in Apple Silicon processors, explaining how they contribute to the overall performance and efficiency of these chips, particularly in tasks that don't require maximum processing power.

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The article discusses Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company's (TSMC) plan to build a new $7 billion chip factory in Japan, highlighting the company's efforts to expand global production and address the worldwide semiconductor shortage.

The article explains Claude's 'fast mode', a feature that allows users to generate text outputs quickly without sacrificing quality. It discusses the technical implementation and benefits of this mode for users who require rapid text generation.

What are you working on? Any new ideas that you're thinking about?

The article discusses a Windows version of the game Grand Theft Auto, titled 'Grand Theft Auto: Ready2Play.' It provides information about the game's features, availability, and compatibility.

The article discusses the concept of adversarial reasoning, which involves understanding and anticipating the behavior and decision-making processes of adversaries in order to gain strategic advantages. It explores how this approach can be applied in various domains, including cybersecurity, military strategy, and business decision-making.

The article discusses an issue with Visual Studio Code where the editor fails to save changes to files, potentially leading to data loss. The issue appears to be related to a specific configuration or setup, and the discussion explores potential workarounds and solutions to address the problem.