Source: Self-healing code is the future of software development
Summary
Generative AI models can automate the creation, maintenance, and improvement of code. However, the large chunks of code generated can pose challenges in quality control. Software engineering best practices will have to be established to make sure that GenAI is being used effectively.
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💻 LLMs have the ability to improve their output through self-reflection, which makes them more accurate in producing factual and pleasing responses.
💻 Several developers have implemented the idea of self-healing code and have written about it in Stack Overflow’s CI/CD Collective.
💻 The ability of LLMs to quickly produce large chunks of code may pose challenges in quality control and lead to the accumulation of technical debt.
Source: Nonio
Summary
Nonio will not track or sell your data to advertisers and is funded by your subscription. They aim to offer a high-quality user experience and will feature your content with permission. Nonio is in beta and there are no uptime guarantees. Stripe handles your financial information and it’s secure.
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Source: Ask HN: Dang, what do HN’s traffic numbers look like today?
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High traffic due to the Reddit blackout is causing a slowdown on HN.
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Source: A Developer’s View of Vision Pro
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The author is excited to start developing for the new Vision Pro platform, which promises an uncompromising user experience and is currently in its infancy. The author acknowledges that developing for a new platform is challenging, but sees it as an opportunity to be part of the process to shape the platform’s future direction.
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Source: Introducing Import from Instagram
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Pixelfed has launched a feature to import images, captions, and hashtags from Instagram to their platform. The migration process is easy and ensures data security, with users maintaining control over their media. The feature also unlocks fresh possibilities for creators to reach a new audience, while preserving their visual storytelling heritage.
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Source: Roald Dahl, Agatha Christie books should not be ‘retouched’ – The Washington Post
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Beloved novels are being updated by publishers and literary estates to remove racist, sexist, or offensive language. The trend raises questions about authorship, authenticity, and the cultural significance of texts. While some changes are understandable, there should be more context given instead of unexplained revisions.
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💬 The estate of Ursula K. Le Guin recently authorized the publisher of her Catwings series to change words such as “dumb,” “lame,” stupid,” and “queer” in seven instances across three books, as the word “queer” means something different today.
Source: Tesla Chargers Win More EV Power Backers as Its Plug Becomes US Standard
Summary
Electric vehicle charging companies including ChargePoint, Blink Charging, Wallbox, and Tritium pledged to offer compatible equipment with Tesla’s North American Charging Standard.
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Source: Understanding DeepMind’s Sorting Algorithm
Summary
DeepMind applied AlphaGo’s deep learning wisdom to the discipline of superoptimization resulting in tinier kernels for sorting algorithms.
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💡 DeepMind’s move37() function is not a sorting function, but a sorting kernel used as the building block of the sort3() function. It was named after AlphaGo’s 37th move during its second match with Lee Sedol.