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The article is a heartfelt tribute to Dave, a beloved community member who recently passed away. It celebrates his life, achievements, and the profound impact he had on those around him.

The article describes 'deda', a tool for digital evidence detection and analysis, which aims to provide a framework for the acquisition, processing, and visualization of digital evidence. It outlines the key features and capabilities of the deda tool, making it a valuable resource for digital forensics and incident response professionals.

The article explores how AI-powered music analysis can reveal the 'DNA' of different musical genres and styles, providing insights into the underlying structures and characteristics that define them. It highlights the potential of this technology to reshape the music industry and influence how music is created, discovered, and experienced.

I believe the best way to learn a language is by doing an in-depth project. This is my first Zig project intended for learning the ropes on publishing a Zig package. It turns out to be quite solid and performant. It might be a bit over-engineered.

This little library is packed with the following features:

  - Building dependency graph from dependency data.
  - Performing topological sort on the dependency graph.
  - Generating dependence-free subsets for parallel processing.
  - Cycle detection and cycle reporting.

Silica gel is a porous, granular material that is commonly used as a desiccant to absorb moisture and maintain dry conditions. It has a wide range of applications, including in food packaging, electronics, and pharmaceutical storage.

A couple of months ago, I built this app to help identify people stuck under rubble.

First responders have awesome tools. But in tough situations, even common folks need to help.

After what happened in Myanmar, we need something like this that works properly.

It has only been tested in controlled environments. It can also be improved; I know BLE is not _that_ effective under rubble.

If you have any feedback or can contribute, don't hold back.

The article explores the creation and simulation of a virtual economy using a multiagent system. It discusses the development of agents with different roles and behaviors, as well as the implementation of various economic mechanisms and interactions within the simulated environment.

Over the last 2-3 weeks, I vibecoded the recipe app that I always wished existed - recipeninja.ai . It now includes a fully interactive voice assistant so you don't need to get your dirty hands over your new iPad when you're cooking.

Background: I’m a startup founder turned investor. I taught myself (bad) PHP in 2000, and picked up Ruby on Rails in 2011. I’d guess 2015 was the last time I wrote a line of Ruby professionally. Last month, I decided to use Windsurf to build a Rails 8 API backend and React front-end app, using OpenAI's realtime API for voice-to-voice responses. Over the last few days, I also used Claude Code and Gemini 2.5 Pro for some of the trickier features. 35,000 LoC later, this is what I built!

The site uses function-calling to navigate the site in realtime as you chat with the voice assistant, which I think is pretty neat.

For the long version, see https://tomblomfield.com/post/778601470234918912/vibecoding-...

I'd love any feedback you have!

Demo video of the voice assistant: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRhVc9D5kcg

Generate and edit new recipes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwwZF6dHcHg

The article discusses various optical discs from Japan, including TDK UV Guard, Fuji, LG, Sony, and Maxell discs. It provides an overview of the features, performance, and usage of these discs across different media types and applications.

The article provides an overview of the TextCase library, a JavaScript utility that allows for easy conversion between different text case formats, such as camelCase, PascalCase, snake_case, and more.

This article explores the factors contributing to the high credit card interest rates in the United States, including market concentration, regulatory changes, and the risk profile of borrowers. It provides insights into the complex dynamics shaping the credit card industry and its impact on consumer finances.

The article explores the phrase 'move fast and break things' and how it has evolved from its origins in the tech industry to become a broader cultural phenomenon. It examines the consequences of this mindset and the debate around the merits and drawbacks of prioritizing speed and disruption over caution and stability.

The Trump administration accidentally deported a Maryland father to a notorious prison in El Salvador, highlighting issues with the immigration system and the risk of deportation errors.

The article discusses the benefits of forking, a software development practice that allows for parallel work and experimentation. It also explores the concept of work simplification and how it can increase productivity and efficiency in various industries.

The sslyze project is an open-source tool that allows users to analyze the configuration of SSL/TLS-enabled services, including support for various cipher suites, protocols, and security features. It provides detailed information about the security posture of a server and can be used to assess the overall security of SSL/TLS deployments.

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), a federal agency that provides funding and support to museums and libraries across the United States, has announced significant layoffs, impacting nearly half of its staff. The article discusses the reasons behind these layoffs and the potential impact on the cultural institutions the IMLS serves.

The article recounts the harrowing experience of the Boeing Starliner spacecraft during a test flight in 2019, when its thrusters failed, putting the crew and mission at risk. It details the technical challenges faced by the team and the actions taken to safely return the spacecraft to Earth.

Tesla is reportedly sitting on a substantial inventory of Cybertruck models, valued at around $200 million, as the company struggles with production delays and limited customer demand for the electric pickup truck.

Four private astronauts have launched on the first human mission to fly over the Earth's poles, marking a significant milestone in private space exploration. The mission, organized by Axiom Space, will provide the crew with the opportunity to conduct scientific research and observe the Earth's polar regions from space.

The article discusses the training of large language models, focusing on the Qwerky-72B and Qwerky-32B models. It explores the computational and engineering challenges involved in training these models, as well as their potential capabilities and applications.