2024/09/19
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Pivotal Tracker, a project management tool by VMware Tanzu division, is shutting down on April 30, 2025. Users are advised to export their data before the shutdown date and migrate it to another platform.
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The comment thread discusses various project management tools, with a focus on Pivotal and Linear. Opinions vary regarding the end of an era for Pivotal, the recommendation for using Linear, and the comparison between different PM tools. Pair programming experiences are also shared, along with insights into Thoughtworks' culture.
Article: 17 min
ts-blank-space is a fast TypeScript type-stripping compiler that converts TypeScript code into JavaScript by replacing types with whitespace. It supports a modern subset of TypeScript and can improve build performance and simplify development without generating sourcemaps.
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The comment thread discusses the release of a new TypeScript source type-stripping compiler called `ts-blank-space`, which is faster than tsc by a factor of 5.6x, written in TypeScript, uses the official TypeScript parser, and preserves accurate source locations. It's currently used in production.
Article: 41 min
Deno 2.0 Release Candidate introduces significant updates, including changes to global variables, dependency management improvements, permission system adjustments, and API modifications.
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Andy, a member of the Deno team, shares excitement about reaching a release candidate for version 2. The community expresses appreciation and asks two questions: one regarding TypeScript support in VSCode(ium) notebooks and another about potential future plans for a bundler that could replace tools like esbuild.
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Mozilla's Chief Product Officer, Steve Teixeira, was unexpectedly terminated after being on leave for several months due to a cancer diagnosis, leading to legal action against the company.
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The comment discusses the legal implications of a situation where an employee is allegedly fired in retaliation for suing over discrimination, suggesting it could be a strong case if there are witnesses to support the allegations. The commenter also finds the concept of declining a demotion intriguing.
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The comment thread discusses the potential for sabotage detection, AI's role in explosives identification, and its implications on airline security measures, particularly in relation to Middle Eastern airlines. There is a debate about the effectiveness of current security methods and the possibility of overreaction by US authorities.
Article: 7 min
A new study reveals that natural selection operates more subtly than previously thought on the water flea (Daphnia pulex), a model organism, even in stable environments. This discovery could help scientists understand how organisms adapt to changing environments and develop strategies to protect vulnerable food webs against climate change.
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Article: 12 min
This article provides an in-depth guide to understanding and implementing SSH tunneling and port forwarding, including use cases, configuration steps, examples of local/remote/dynamic port forwarding, limitations, and tips for keeping the connection alive.
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The user shares their long-term experience with using SSH tunnels, initially for bypassing a university firewall and later for various other purposes.
Article: 6 min
The European Union is initiating proceedings against Apple, demanding improvements in iOS interoperability with third-party devices like smartwatches, headphones, and VR headsets. This follows the Digital Markets Act's requirements for gatekeeper platforms to be interoperable with third-party hardware.
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Apple has been warned by EU regulators to make its iPhone operating system more compatible with other technologies under the Digital Markets Act, facing potential penalties if it does not comply within six months.
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The comment thread discusses various opinions on Europe's need to develop its own successful products, Apple's role in the EU market, and the challenges of influencing EU law-making processes. It also touches upon the impact of Brexit on trade deals and foreign direct investment.
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Elon Musk is complying with the Brazilian Supreme Court's demands, according to recent reports. His lawyers have confirmed that Twitter/X has banned the requested accounts and paid necessary fines.
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The comment discusses Elon Musk's compliance with the Brazilian Supreme Court's demands, involving Twitter/X in banning accounts and paying fines. The author expresses a positive view towards private capital enforcing 'free speech' online.