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Intro to VSCode.dev: The IDE in your browserhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8ba6fce624444784b702c108c878e8&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.infoworld.com%2Farticle%2F3626667%2Fintro-to-vscode-dev-the-ide-in-your-browser.html&c=10667902507046681264&mkt=en-usWelcome to the brave new world of modern, remote development in your browser. Let's get started with VSCode.dev. The fully realized browser-based IDE has been a long time coming. Ever since the ...Jan 1, 2025 1:00 AM
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Making any New Year’s resolutions? Here are some tips to help make them stickhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8b0cdad3bc467386bea61ed5d44668&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.courant.com%2F2024%2F12%2F31%2Fmaking-any-new-years-resolutions-here-are-some-tips-to-help-make-them-stick%2F&c=11997660562911631471&mkt=en-usLONDON (AP) — As the new year dawns, so too does the opportunity for change. Experts say January can be a good time to reflect on self-improvement, but acknowledge it takes work to make resolutions ...Dec 31, 2024 1:30 AM
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Remembering President Carterhttps://www.nasa.gov/image-article/remembering-president-carter/President Jimmy Carter, wife Rosalynn, and daughter Amy, along with Kennedy Space Center Director Lee Scherer, look at a scale model of the crawler that transported the total shuttle launch configuration from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Pad 39. Despite the setbacks faced through technical and schedule problems during the development of the Space Shuttle […]Dec 30, 2024 4:46 PM
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(Stock Investors) A free app pushing you financial market updates?https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42544169Dear Investors,I’ve been looking for a free app that delivers frequent 24/7 real-time push notifications about the financial market, but I’ve only found old-school financial news apps like Bloomberg, MarketWatch, etc. These apps often require paid memberships and take a lot of time to sift through for key insights.So, I came up with the idea of an app that summarizes the latest financial updates (even from sources that require paid memberships) and market trends. This app would deliver concise, frequent updates straight to your phone through push notifications. It is still an idea only, and this is not not form of promotion, but more of survey here.Here’s what it would cover: * Central bank decisions and updates; * Analysis of financial reports for popular stocks; * Important announcements and market sentiment; * Major index movements and other key trends; and * Much more to based on investors' needs and users' feedback.My goal is to make staying informed about the market easy and effiDec 29, 2024 10:46 PM
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Why AI Needs to Pull Its Head Out of Its Ass and Get Bret Victor-Level Controlshttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42536727Let’s get real: AI sucks at editing. Sure, it can spit out rough drafts—cool faces, surreal landscapes, or random game ideas—but when you try to refine that output? Forget it. You’re left yelling at the screen, “No, AI, I said tweak the lighting, not turn my Roman villa into a goddamn UFO hangar!”This is a problem. A big, hairy problem. If AI can’t do high-fidelity editing, it’s not a tool—it’s a toy. What we need are controls that give us real power over the details, like sliders, dials, and live previews. We need Bret Victor-level genius design to take AI from half-baked gimmick to something useful.AI Can’t Handle Nuance Here’s the thing: AI can generate stuff. But the second you try to make a specific change—like, “Make this face look more Emily Blunt and less John de Lancie”—it completely craps the bed.Why? Because that kind of adjustment isn’t simple. It’s about tweaking hundreds of tiny details: bone structure, skin texture, eye shape, expression, all working together. AI doesn’tDec 29, 2024 1:52 AM
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These 7 Looks Defined Interiors in 2024http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cbd6b3afb48a3ac7b9daf9228113e&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.architecturaldigest.com%2Fstory%2Fthese-7-looks-defined-interiors-in-2024&c=4782842804450600778&mkt=en-usIn AD PRO’s monthly “Having a Moment” column, AD senior design editor Hannah Martin is a weathervane for fads big and small, documenting the patterns and home decor trends she’s clocked in the pages ...Dec 27, 2024 6:00 AM
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Show HN: Minimalist, text only search engine with prefixes to play withhttps://github.com/Protyasha-Roy/kolpI made this classic looking text only search engine(sorry if that's overexaggerating) where you can get concise and straightforward results with sources. There are 5 prefixes right now.It is a prototype kinda thing right now. I am busy for my upcoming exams. So, I would appreciate if anyone is interested to contribute.I am currently using Gemini for this project. If anyone can implement better api's and improve code and the features it would be great help.It's generating fake source links right now, the search is slow, prefixes like weather and time needs to be fixed using api's related to weather and time cause gemini can't give the current time and weather of any place. Pdf resources its giving are fake and do not exist.Let me know what more I can add here. Or directly contribute by yourself.Dec 24, 2024 7:26 PM
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Tracter ma caravane ou ma remorque avec ma voiture de société (électrique), c’est possible ?http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cd3380a61490c86b4599b744e3988&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vroom.be%2Ffr%2Finformation%2Fvoiture-societe-tracter-caravane-electrique&c=7357399392767666933&mkt=en-usD’abord, il va falloir vérifier votre car-policy, ce document que vous avez signé à la livraison de votre véhicule et qui reprend les règles émises par votre entreprise concernant son usage. Certaines ...Dec 24, 2024 1:55 AM
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How to Choose a Dividend Fundhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a88f5bd745f4303940361b5255cf5db&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.morningstar.com%2Ffunds%2Fhow-choose-dividend-fund&c=8807856319793531622&mkt=en-usThis article mentions funds that have an issuer-initiated rating and/or track a Morningstar Index. For full disclosure information, please refer to the specific funds, which are demarcated with a * ...Dec 19, 2024 11:00 AM
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Scientists know our bodies are full of microplastics. What are they doing to us?http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8a1a24066b4f548f51934ce163deb3&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.npr.org%2Fsections%2Fshots-health-news%2F2024%2F12%2F18%2Fnx-s1-5227172%2Fmicroplastics-plastic-nanoparticles-health-pfas&c=14662312762888382047&mkt=en-usIt's a disturbing thought: At this very moment, tiny crumbs of plastic are trickling through our bodies, a parade of unwelcome houseguests ready to take up residence in some tissue or organ. The ...Dec 18, 2024 8:35 AM
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A data strategy is essential for generative AI appshttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42434555Hey everyone! Eric from Firecrawl here (YC S22), I wanted to share some takeaways from building AI chat products for enterprises at Mendable!A year ago, Generative AI powered search seemed like the perfect quick win for companies taking their first steps with AI.After building AI search for companies like MongoDB, Coinbase, and Snap at Mendable, we learned the nuances that make the difference between a demo and a production-ready system that actually drives value.Before we came in, almost every company had a few engineers creating prototypes yet most of which fell short following contact with real users.It all comes back to a simple truth: the system is only as good as the data going in.As you scale, here’s why the simple approaches break:- Context crowding: Correct context for a given query gets crowded out by bad context. Take the Snap AR docs for example, they have 4 different products on their developer documentation website and they all have getting started pages. If a user asks aDec 16, 2024 7:41 PM
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Ask HN: Is it perfectly legal for Google to modify a user's android settings?https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42418060After being presented with an insurmountable 'agreement wall' for the Messages app (demanding I associate an account that was already associated), I forced the app to stop and uninstalled the update, which I suspect is RCS related. This allowed me to continue using Messages without succumbing to the new agreement. But every other day or so, it would occur again and I'd do the same.Realizing that I couldn't be uninstalling this many updates, I checked Play Services and found 'my' settings had been altered to Auto Update - something I always explicitly deactivate with no exceptions. I don't want disruptive updates or stupid apps, at least half or more of which are unused, unwanted and non-removable. Unfortunately, the many such apps had now been auto updated.There's no reason to pedantically remind me of encyclopedic user agreements and voluminous terms. I know. But is there any recourse in fighting this, beyond not using Android?Regardless of technicalities, it's intrusive and plain wroDec 14, 2024 4:39 PM
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25 Graphic Novels for Teens We Can’t Get Enough Ofhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a89e539edab45db864e43e9b7cfd61d&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rd.com%2Flist%2Fgraphic-novels-for-teens%2F&c=2364003315030709175&mkt=en-usAs exciting as it is to create your own mental pictures while you’re reading a book, it’s also interesting to see an artist’s interpretation of the story. And while younger children have picture books ...Dec 13, 2024 3:13 PM
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Show HN: PlayWord – Turn test cases into automated, executable testshttps://github.com/Foreverskyin0216/playwordHi HN, Steve here! I'd love to share my recent side project: PlayWord – a tool that makes web automation testing simpler and more intuitive. It converts your natural language test steps into actual, executable actions on the web page.For example, here's a test case I've written: go to {TARGET_URL} input {USERNAME} in the username field input the password {PASSWORD} log in verify if the URL matches {TARGET_URL}/inventory.html Readable, right? Now imagine it running as an automated test--that's exactly what PlayWord makes possible!Features:1. Describe test steps in natural language and say goodbye to annoying element locating.2. Support recording: record test steps to create reusable automated tests.3. Support screenshot reference: enhance AI understanding to better meet your needs.4. Provide CLI and modular options: run PlayWord via CLI or integrate it into your codebase.Check it out: https://github.com/Foreverskyin0216/playwordI'd love to hear your thoughts and feedback. Thanks for reaDec 13, 2024 11:07 AM
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Show HN: I combined customer support and customer success tools for PLG SaaShttps://clickconnector.com/I’m an indie hacker who previously built a customer communication platform specifically for travel agencies.Initially, I couldn’t rely on existing live chat software to support my product because it already included a built-in live chat feature (even though it was meant for travel agencies at first).Over time, I started building tools to solve my own problems. Every weekend, I’d hack together a new feature—not just to make my product better, but also to scratch that coding itch (yeah, I know, classic indie hacker move). What started as small experiments snowballed into building KnowledgeBase Portals, Feature Request Boards, Bug Report Boards, Changelogs, Email Drip Campaigns, Product Tours, Checklists, NPS tools, and more.The funny part? Travel agencies didn’t really care about all these extra tools—they didn’t need them. I was the only user who actually used everything I built.For the past few weeks, I’ve been reworking the positioning of my product—shifting from targeting travel agenDec 13, 2024 8:52 AM
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Evolution Of Generations At Work: What’s Changed And What Will Changehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cb2dbe1524a67b76bf09b5e80f708&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.forbes.com%2Fsites%2Fdianehamilton%2F2024%2F12%2F12%2Fevolution-of-generations-at-work-whats-changed-and-what-will-change%2F&c=8076260127867633578&mkt=en-usForbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Curiosity expert improving engagement, innovation, and productivity. Workplaces today are more multigenerational than ever, ...Dec 12, 2024 2:59 AM
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Help Us Rank the Best Background Removal Toolshttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42386568Hi everyone,Inspired by ChatBot Arena (https://lmarena.ai/), we've created a background removal comparator and need your honest feedback to create a community-driven benchmark.Current Rankings:PhotoRoom: Elo 1025RemoveBG: Elo 1006BRIA RMBG 2.0: Elo 969This ranking is currently based on approximately 1,500 votes collected between December 1-10, 2024.How It Works: Visit our Background Removal Arena to see the tools in action and cast your votes. Your participation helps refine the Elo rankings and ensures they become more and more reliable.How You Can Help:Vote: Compare the tools and vote for your preferred option. Feedback: Share your experience with the voting process and the tool rankings.Was voting easy? Do the rankings reflect your usage? Any suggestions for improvement?Transparency: Our process is fully public and auditable. The code is available on Hugging Face . Any feedback is welcome!Your input is crucial in making this a valuable resource for everyone. Thank you for your suppoDec 11, 2024 10:39 AM
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Bostonians of the Year 2024http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cb5a211f24e85aa59f236d9155de8&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bostonglobe.com%2Fmagazine%2Fbostonians-of-the-year%2F2024%2F&c=10451080511202687046&mkt=en-usThe year saw the loss of luminaries who left an indelible mark on Boston and beyond. These 10 Bostonians rose to the moment in 2024. Their impact only starts with the championship they won. Here are ...Dec 11, 2024 4:19 AM
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NASA Astronauts O’Hara and Moghbeli Explore Earth Datahttps://www.nasa.gov/image-article/nasa-astronauts-ohara-and-moghbeli-explore-earth-data/On Dec. 4, 2024, NASA astronauts Loral O’Hara, left, and Jasmin Moghbeli spent a moment in part of the Earth Information Center, an immersive experience combining live NASA data sets with innovative data visualization and storytelling at NASA Headquarters in Washington. O’Hara and Moghbeli spent six months in space as part of Expedition 70 aboard […]Dec 10, 2024 9:01 PM
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Ion-X raises 13 million euros to produce electrospray thrustershttps://spacenews.com/ion-x-raises-13-million-euros-to-produce-electrospray-thrusters/SAN FRANCISCO – French propulsion startup Ion-X raised 13 million euros ($13.67 million) in a Series A funding round announced Dec. 10. With the investment, the spinoff of the French […] The post Ion-X raises 13 million euros to produce electrospray thrusters appeared first on SpaceNews.Dec 10, 2024 7:30 PM
