I Fixed Windows Native Development
from marler8997.github.io
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deevus
4h ago
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Article:
14 min
The article discusses the challenges of native development on Windows, particularly with Visual Studio as a dependency, and introduces an open-source tool called msvcup designed to simplify the process by providing a more controlled and isolated environment for building projects.
msvcup could potentially reduce the barrier to entry for native development on Windows by simplifying dependency management and improving reproducibility of builds across machines.
- Visual Studio as a dependency leads to hours-long waits, zero transparency, and no version control.
- The pain compounds due to the monolithic nature of the Visual Studio ecosystem.
Quality:
The article provides a clear and detailed explanation of the problem, introduces an objective solution, and includes practical examples.
Discussion (115):
21 min
The comment thread discusses various aspects of Windows development, including the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of manual CI processes compared to cloud-based solutions, challenges with Visual Studio toolchain licensing, the preference for alternative languages like Rust, Go, and Zig over native C++ on Windows, and the debate around the necessity of native applications in today's technology landscape. The thread also touches upon technical tools such as GitHub actions, automation scripts for Visual Studio installations, and containerization for consistent build systems.
- The script for extracting a toolchain is scalable
- CI tools are more cost-effective when not cloud-based
- Visual Studio toolchain has licensing issues for hobbyists and students
- MingW64 is better for cross-compilation on Linux hosts
- Windows development environment has version compatibility issues with Visual Studio
- Native applications may not be necessary in today's technology landscape
Counterarguments:
- The script is harder than what some users do
- Visual Studio toolchain has LTSC and stable releases
- MingW64 requires additional runtime DLLs
- Windows development environment can be efficient with the right tools
- Native applications still have a need in certain industries
Software Development
Development Tools, Native Development, Windows
I love the work of the ArchWiki maintainers
from k7r.eu
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panic
14h ago
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3 min
The author expresses gratitude towards the ArchWiki maintainers on Free Software Day, highlighting their invaluable contributions to software freedom and documentation. They share personal experiences of using the wiki for understanding various tools and distributions, praising its utility in resolving issues and providing insightful information.
- The appreciation of free software documentation can inspire others to contribute to similar projects, promoting a culture of sharing knowledge and contributing to open-source communities.
- Regular consultation of the ArchWiki for understanding tools, distributions, and configurations.
- Usefulness in resolving issues and discovering features or configuration tips.
Quality:
The article is an opinion piece, but it provides factual information about the ArchWiki and its maintainers.
Discussion (115):
30 min
The comment thread highlights the value of Arch Linux's wiki as a comprehensive resource for technical information and troubleshooting. Users also discuss their experiences with NixOS, the lack of man pages in newer CLI tools, and the potential use of AI to generate documentation.
- Arch Linux wiki is a valuable resource for technical information and troubleshooting
- NixOS offers an innovative approach to system configuration
Software Development
Free/Open Source Software (FOSS)
Amazon, Google Unwittingly Reveal the Severity of the U.S. Surveillance State
from greenwald.substack.com
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mikece
2h ago
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16 min
The article discusses how Amazon's Ring camera security system and Google's Nest cameras inadvertently reveal the severity of the U.S. surveillance state through their capabilities to form neighborhood-wide surveillance networks and store video footage even without subscriptions.
Privacy concerns may lead to increased public awareness and demand for stricter regulations on surveillance technology, potentially influencing the tech industry's approach to privacy.
- Amazon's 'Search Party' feature allows for neighborhood-wide surveillance using AI to identify lost pets.
- Google's Nest cameras, even without subscriptions, store video footage which can be accessed by the company.
- The combination of ubiquitous cameras, AI, and facial recognition software renders privacy a quaint concept in the future.
Quality:
The article presents factual information without a strong bias.
Discussion (101):
22 min
The comment thread discusses various aspects of surveillance technology and its implications on society. Opinions range from concerns about privacy invasion and government power to suggestions for alternative solutions like self-hosting services. The debate is intense, with a focus on the role of corporations and governments in data collection and the potential misuse of technology.
- The article is available via the provided link
- There might be an issue with browser or DNS
- The graphic was a calculated move to normalize technology
- Concern about integration with law enforcement agencies
- Marketing teams are often out of touch
- History of marketing mistakes
- USA society has devolved into a game
- Surveillance capabilities have grown because it 'can' grow
- ICE and CBP still getting paid despite shutdown
- Rampant crime is largely made up or exaggerated
- Question about statistics on violent crime
- Norm of not explicitly illegal means many laws exist
- Surveillance was never intended to solve crime
- People need to start paying for things
Counterarguments:
- The article might be available in full via the link provided
- There could be an issue with browser or DNS, as the link didn't work
- The graphic's intention is questionable and not necessarily a calculated move
- Concerns about integration with law enforcement agencies are valid but need further discussion
- Marketing teams might sometimes be out of touch, but they aim to avoid situations like this intentionally
- History of marketing mistakes doesn't necessarily imply that all current practices will lead to similar outcomes
- USA society's devolution into a game is an opinion and not universally accepted
- Surveillance capabilities growing because it 'can' grow might be overstated without evidence
- ICE and CBP getting paid despite shutdown could have implications for air travel, but the impact needs clarification
- Statistics on violent crime are subject to interpretation and may vary based on sources
- The norm of not explicitly illegal doesn't necessarily lead to many laws existing
- Surveillance was never intended to solve crime is a perspective that might be challenged by those who argue for its effectiveness in certain contexts
- People need to start paying for things could be seen as an oversimplification, considering the complexity of digital services and their value
Privacy
Surveillance, Technology
Flashpoint Archive – Over 200k web games and animations preserved
from flashpointarchive.org
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helloplanets
9h ago
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3 min
Flashpoint Archive is a community-driven initiative aimed at preserving over 200,000 web games and animations across various browser plugins and technologies. The project utilizes open-source software to provide reliable navigation and playback of preserved content through a launcher, proxy, and sandbox.
Preservation of web-based interactive experiences ensures cultural heritage and access to historical content, potentially influencing future generations' understanding of internet history.
- Involves hundreds of global contributors
- Non-profit organization with a mission to preserve web-based interactive experiences
Discussion (49):
11 min
The comment thread discusses the preservation of Flash games, with opinions on their innovation, resource usage, and nostalgia. There's also debate around compatibility issues in emulators and comparisons to modern web technologies like HTML, Wasm, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Flash was innovative and showed the world what was possible online
- HTML, Wasm, CSS, and JavaScript are often used to waste resources when browsing
- Preserving Flash games for future generations is a positive thing
Counterarguments:
- People hate working with Flash due to its flaws, not the content it produced
- Issues with missing features in emulators preventing certain games from functioning properly
Internet
Archive/Preservation, Open Source
Reversed engineered game Starflight (1986)
from github.com/s-macke
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tosh
3h ago
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23 min
This article discusses a project focused on reverse engineering the classic 1986 game Starflight, exploring its development history, gameplay mechanics, and technical aspects such as the use of Forth programming language in its code structure.
This project could inspire new generations of game developers to explore the history and inner workings of classic games, potentially leading to innovative remakes or new game designs inspired by Starflight's unique mechanics.
- Starflight was a pioneering sandbox game from 1986
- The game influenced numerous other games in its genre
Discussion (6):
The comment thread discusses the innovative game design of Starflight, its use of Forth as a programming language, and the challenges faced when reverse-engineering games written with other languages due to quirks in their tools.
- Starflight's design was innovative
- Forth was a suitable choice for the game
Counterarguments:
- tools had limitations and quirks
Video Games
Classic Video Games, Game Development, Reverse Engineering
RynnBrain
from github.com/alibaba-damo-academy
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jsemrau
4d ago
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10 min
RynnBrain is an embodied foundation model developed by Alibaba DAMO Academy, designed to understand and interact with physical reality through video understanding, egocentric cognition, localization, reasoning, and planning.
RynnBrain's capabilities in embodied understanding, localization, reasoning, and planning could lead to advancements in robotics, autonomous systems, and human-robot interaction.
- Available in two dense variants (2B and 8B) and one mixture-of-experts (MoE) model (30B-A3B).
- Releases three post-trained models: RynnBrain-Plan, RynnBrain-Nav, and RynnBrain-CoP.
- Key highlights include comprehensive egocentric understanding, diverse spatio-temporal localization, physical-space reasoning, and physics-aware precise planning.
Discussion (0):
More comments needed for analysis.
AI
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning
My smart sleep mask broadcasts users' brainwaves to an open MQTT broker
from aimilios.bearblog.dev
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minimalthinker
23h ago
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6 min
An individual successfully reverse-engineers a smart sleep mask's Bluetooth protocol and discovers it broadcasts users' brainwaves to an open MQTT broker, enabling unauthorized access to personal data.
Privacy and security concerns for IoT devices, potential misuse of personal data
- Enables unauthorized access to personal data
Quality:
The article provides factual information without sensationalizing the issue.
Discussion (227):
37 min
The comment thread discusses various opinions on a smart sleep mask that collects EEG data, with concerns over security vulnerabilities, privacy implications, and ethical considerations. Users debate the legitimacy of the story's claims and suggest ways to address IoT device security issues.
- The smart sleep mask collects EEG data and sends it to a server without proper security measures.
- There is concern about privacy and potential misuse of the collected data.
Counterarguments:
- Others argue that the device might have legitimate uses in research and personal health monitoring.
- There is a debate about the level of security required for IoT devices and whether current regulations are sufficient.
Security
Cybersecurity, Privacy