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In praise of “normal” engineers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-10 10:36:41

This article was originally commissioned by Luca Rossi (paywalled) for refactoring.fm, on February 11th, 2025. Luca edited a version of it that emphasized the importance of building “10x engineering teams” . It was later picked up by IEEE Spectrum (!!!), who scrapped most of the teams content and published a different, shorter piece on March 13th. This is my personal edit. It is not exactly identical to either of the versions that have been publicly released to date. It contains a lot of the so

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Extracting memorized pieces of books from open-weight language models

news.ycombinator.com Cooper 2026-03-07 12:41:27

arXiv Is Hiring a DevOps Engineer Work on one of the world's most important websites and make an impact on open science.

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Estrogen: A Trip Report

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-10 18:15:15

The following blog post discusses my personal experience of the phenomenology of feminising hormone therapy. It will also touch upon my own experience of gender dysphoria. I wish to be clear that I do not believe that someone should have to demonstrate that they experience gender dysphoria – however one might even define that – as a prerequisite for taking hormones. At smoothbrains.net, we hold as self-evident the right to put whatever one likes inside one’s body; and this of course includes hor

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Neural Texture Compression demo shows it can do wonders for VRAM usage

techspot.com Alfonso Maruccia 2026-03-11 02:35:00

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust In context: Modern game engines can put severe strain on today's hardware. However, Nvidia's business decisions have left many GPUs with less VRAM than they should. Fortunately, improved texture compression in games helps make the most of what's available. Neural Texture Compression (NTC) is a new technique that improves texture quality while reducing VRAM usage. It relies on a specialized neural n

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In Praise of "Normal" Engineers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-11 01:36:41

This article was originally commissioned by Luca Rossi (paywalled) for refactoring.fm, on February 11th, 2025. Luca edited a version of it that emphasized the importance of building “10x engineering teams” . It was later picked up by IEEE Spectrum (!!!), who scrapped most of the teams content and published a different, shorter piece on March 13th. This is my personal edit. It is not exactly identical to either of the versions that have been publicly released to date. It contains a lot of the so

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Eufy’s X10 Pro Omni mopping robovac has returned to its best price to date

theverge.com Brandon Russell 2026-03-11 02:00:00

Now that warmer weather is here, spring cleaning duties are likely falling by the wayside. But the good news is you can enjoy the outdoors and clean your home with zero effort by letting a robot vacuum do the hard work for you. For that, we recommend a versatile model like the Eufy X10 Pro Omni, which is currently on sale at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy to $549.99 ($250 off), matching its all-time low. The X10 Pro Omni, one of our favorite midrange vacuum / mop combos, boasts an array of featu

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Ryuk ransomware’s initial access expert extradited to the U.S.

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-03-10 20:05:35

A member of the notorious Ryuk ransomware operation who specialized in gaining initial access to corporate networks has been extradited to the United States. The suspect is a 33-year-old foreign man who was arrested in April 2025 in his home in Kyiv at the request of the FBI. He was extradited to the United States yesterday, June 18. In 2023, the Ukrainian cyber police, the National Police, and international law enforcement partners began investigating a ransomware operation whose members carr

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Best Buy Offers GoPro HERO11 Black Mini for Practically Free to Compete With Early Prime Day Deals

gizmodo.com Mike Fazioli 2026-03-11 11:10:56

Anyone who’s ever watched high-octane action or adventure videos shot from the point of view (POV) of the person hurtling down the mountain, skydiving, or performing some other death-defying act, has wondered at least once, “how do they get those shots?” See at Best Buy While many of them are, in fact, professionally shot, the DIY method has never been easier, thanks to the incredible advances in tiny wearable video cameras. The most famous of them all is the GoPro, which seems to keep getting

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Inside Microsoft’s complicated relationship with OpenAI

theverge.com Tom Warren 2026-03-11 11:00:00

is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Beyond the selfies between Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and the friendly conversations between the pair on stage, all is not well with Microsoft’s $13 billion AI investment. Over the past year, multiple reports have painted a picture of a Microsoft and OpenAI relationship that is straining under pressure. As OpenAI battles for access to more compute p

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OpenAI’s Sam Altman discusses GPT-5 release date

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-03-11 14:43:06

ChatGPT's next big upgrade, or the new foundational model 'GPT-5,' is being prepared for public release, but OpenAI won't share the specifics. In a recent interview, Sam Altman, CEO and co-founder of OpenAI, confirmed that ChatGPT's GPT-5 model release date is sometime in summer, but it depends on a number of factors. OpenAI has internal benchmarks and other standards set for GPT-5, and unless those are met, OpenAI might not release the model to the public. Sam added that he doesn't know 'exa

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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Is a Hilarious, Kaleidoscopic, Monster-Hunting Bop

gizmodo.com Isaiah Colbert 2026-03-11 14:00:16

In an era where K-pop music groups have undeniably become a dominant force in the global music scene, Sony Pictures Animation‘s latest film, KPop Demon Hunters, does more than ride the wave of this craze. It cleverly presents the phenomenon in an action-packed animated film that serves as a gateway for parents who are curious about why their kids are so enamored with synchronized choreography. What’s more, the movie demystifies the idols, portraying them as regular people, and weaves a touching

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HP 17.3″ Laptop (8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) Hits Its Lowest Price, 2025 Model With 4.8-Star Rating

gizmodo.com Mike Fazioli 2026-03-11 14:40:25

When you hear about an offer that you can’t refuse, you tend to think classic Mob movies, but this one’s coming from Best Buy. They’re offering the HP 17-cp2025dx laptop, a brand-new 2025 model with a huge 17.3-inch full-HD display, fast AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series processor, and fat 512GB of storage capacity for just $380. See at Best Buy With Memorial Day and Father’s Day behind us and the 4th of July still weeks away, we’re not sure what the special occasion is that would cause Best Buy to drop

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What Do Your Poops Mean? Experts Share What You Can Learn From Your Bowel Movements

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-11 12:57:00

Nobody enjoys talking about their bodily functions, and bowel movements are right up there in the uncomfortable stakes. But once you get beyond the embarrassment, there is a lot that you can learn about yourself if you know what to pay attention to. How often you poop, how long it takes and what your stools look like can reveal a lot about your health. Knowing what to pay attention to is important. That's why we spoke with three gastroenterologists about the frequency of regular bowel movements

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Pope Leo XIV warns of AI risks, urges action to protect human dignity

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2026-03-11 16:04:00

The big picture: Two days after his election, Pope Leo XIV addressed a gathering of cardinals in Rome and made it clear that artificial intelligence would be at the center of his papacy. The new pontiff, who hails from Chicago and holds a mathematics degree, invoked the legacy of his namesake, Leo XIII, who had defended workers' rights during the upheaval of the industrial revolution. "Today, the church offers its trove of social teaching to respond to another industrial revolution and to innov

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The future of business isn't about AI - and this report proves it

zdnet.com Lester Mapp 2026-03-11 18:32:32

piranka/Getty Images There I was, scrolling Beyoncé's internet on my lunch break, secretly hoping AI would take my job but let me keep my paycheck (don't judge me; I know you feel the same). 😤 Then I saw a headline that almost made me choke: "Almost Half of Google Searches Are Branded. Here's Why That Matters" from Ahrefs. Also: ChatGPT search just got smarter - but can it replace Google for you yet? If this report is true, it could signal a shocking trend for the future of online business.

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Guess I'm a Rationalist Now

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-11 14:22:06

A week ago I attended LessOnline, a rationalist blogging conference featuring many people I’ve known for years—Scott Alexander, Eliezer Yudkowsky, Zvi Mowshowitz, Sarah Constantin, Carl Feynman—as well as people I’ve known only online and was delighted to meet in person, like Joe Carlsmith and Jacob Falkovich and Daniel Reeves. The conference was at Lighthaven, a bewildering maze of passageways, meeting-rooms, sleeping quarters, gardens, and vines off Telegraph Avenue in Berkeley, which has rece

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Dell’s 2-in-1 Touchscreen Laptop Drops to $800 From $3,000, Comes With Tons of Goodies for Early Prime Day

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-03-12 02:40:26

If you’re still working off of a piece of decade old tech, it may be time to start looking for a replacement. The Dell Inspiron 2-in-1 laptop is a worthwhile option that can work for pretty much anyone’s basic needs, be it you’re a student, small business owner, or just someone who wants to use something besides their phone to check Facebook. Dell has its Inspiron touchscreen laptop on sale for 73% off, bringing it down from its listed price of $3,000 to just $800. Now that’s a pretty staggerin

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The best budget gaming laptops for 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2026-03-12 09:00:37

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Gaming laptops have come a long way, and you no longer need to spend a fortune to enjoy smooth gameplay. While most gaming laptops can be pricey, there are now affordable options that deliver impressive performance without compromising too much on features. Whether you're diving into e

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This Lenovo laptop helped clean up my messy photo library - and it's on sale

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2026-03-12 08:00:15

ZDNET's key takeaways The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition is available now for $1,299 for the 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD configuration. It pairs a ton of customizable features with a nice display, surprisingly beefy speakers, and a marathon battery. A few physical design choices might be of concern for some users, and I wish it had an OLED. View now at Best Buy View now at Lenovo more buying choices At Best Buy, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition is on sale for $1,100, a $300 discount. Lenovo a

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The best laptops for graphic designers in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

zdnet.com Cesar Cadenas 2026-03-12 10:15:13

Graphic design is an incredibly creative medium, but you have to have the right device to bring your ideas to fruition. A good laptop is more than a machine. It's a creative tool as important to the graphic designer as the brush is to the artist. It needs to run demanding software, display color with precision, and handle massive files without stuttering or overheating. We tested the top models of 2025 to find which ones meet the demanding needs of today's graphic artists. Also: Best laptops f

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Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, June 19

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-12 09:13:00

Gael Cooper CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The Totally Sweet '90s." She's been a journalist since 1989, working at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Twin Cities Sidewalk, the Minneapolis Star Tribune, and NBC News Digital. She's Gen X in birthdate, word and deed. If Marathon candy bars ever come back, she'll be first in line.

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DropZap World – My falling block game with lasers, released after years of work

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-09 21:10:04

DropZap World — a falling block game with lasers, mirrors, splitters, color matching, and 120 levels! Experience the thrill of lasers, mirrors, and color-matching in DropZap World — a fresh twist on falling block games with 120 electrifying levels! Developed by the original creator of DropZap and DropZap 2, DropZap World stands on its own with unique gameplay and a level-based progression system that will captivate both new players and longtime fans. FEATURES - 120 Challenging Levels: Test your

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Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ Is Returning to Theaters, in a Truly Mega Way

gizmodo.com Germain Lussier 2026-03-12 14:15:48

Megalopolis, Francis Ford Coppola’s long-awaited dream project, came and went from theaters last year. Usually, after that, a film would show up on demand or for streaming but that wasn’t the case here. What was happening with Megalopolis? Now we know. Starting July 20, Coppola’s film will be taken on the road for a series of events called “An Evening With Francis Ford Coppola and Megalopolis Screening.” It kicks off in Red Bank, NJ, before going to Port Chester, NY; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Da

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Quantum Hardware Readiness for Two-Step Quantum Search Algorithm

computer.org Ilse Paredes 2026-03-12 17:03:11

The traveling salesman problem (TSP) has challenged computer scientists for decades. Finding the shortest route that visits all cities exactly once sounds simple, but it becomes computationally explosive as the number of destinations grows. With applications spanning logistics, manufacturing, and network optimization, any breakthrough in solving TSP efficiently could transform entire industries. A recent paper published in IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering by Rei Sato, Cui Gordon, Kazuhi

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OpenAI open sourced a new Customer Service Agent framework — learn more about its growing enterprise strategy

venturebeat.com Carl Franzen 2026-03-12 18:30:02

Join the event trusted by enterprise leaders for nearly two decades. VB Transform brings together the people building real enterprise AI strategy. Learn more Editor’s note: Carl will lead an editorial roundtable on this topic at VB Transform next week. Register today. OpenAI has released a new open-source demo that gives developers a hands-on look at how to build intelligent, workflow-aware AI agents using the Agents SDK. As first noticed by AI influencer and engineer Tibor Blaho (of the thir

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DropZap World – my falling block game with lasers, released after years of work

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-10 07:10:04

DropZap World — a falling block game with lasers, mirrors, splitters, color matching, and 120 levels! Experience the thrill of lasers, mirrors, and color-matching in DropZap World — a fresh twist on falling block games with 120 electrifying levels! Developed by the original creator of DropZap and DropZap 2, DropZap World stands on its own with unique gameplay and a level-based progression system that will captivate both new players and longtime fans. FEATURES - 120 Challenging Levels: Test your

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OpenAI is winding down its work with Scale AI, whose founder is joining Meta

cnbc.com Ashley Capoot 2026-03-13 05:02:14

OpenAI is winding down its work with Scale AI, the artificial intelligence startup that received a multibillion-dollar investment from Meta earlier this month and saw its founder join the social media company to lead an AI effort. Scale AI is best known for its work helping major tech companies, including OpenAI, prepare data they use to train cutting-edge AI models. But OpenAI has been pulling back from the startup over the last six to 12 months, according to an OpenAI spokesperson. OpenAI ha

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Spatializing 6k years of global urbanization from 3700 BC to AD 2000

news.ycombinator.com Reba 2026-03-09 17:53:25

Transcription Chandler’s book includes population data from 2250 BC to AD 1975 in various charts and tables. The book contains 656 9×5.5 inch pages and is divided into multiple sections, including Sources and Methods, Continental Tables and Maps (highlighting locations of major cities as illustrated in Fig. 4), Data Sheets for Ancient Cities (the main tables of the book shown in Fig. 1), Tables of the World’s Largest Cities, and Whereabouts of Unfamiliar Cities. Each page in the Data Sheets for

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Originally Priced at $1,250, These Bang & Olufsen Headphones Now Match The Price Of AirPods Max

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-03-13 10:23:52

Bang & Olufsen is the epitome of the luxury brand of high-end headphones, the firm that reflects both perfect design and celestial sound. Even Apple, with its much-lauded AirPods Max, tends to sell its flagship for approximately half the price of Bang & Olufsen’s flagship – at least so far. Amazon is having a final sale on the Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H95 in black, and it’s a rare opportunity to get one of the greatest active noise-canceling headphones out there: For fans of the highest quality a

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Iran’s Internet Blackout Adds New Dangers for Civilians Amid Israeli Bombings

wired.com Matt Burgess 2026-03-13 10:17:52

Alimardani says that it appears mobile data services are patchy, and for many people virtual private networks, which can be used to avoid censorship, have stopped working. This means it has been difficult to reach people in the country and potentially for information to get out, Alimardani says. “Some family that left Tehran today were offline and disconnected from the internet and finally found some connectivity when they were 200 kilometers outside of Tehran in another province,” Alimardani ex

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Estrogen: A Trip Report

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What Do Your Poops Mean? Experts Share What You Can Learn From Your Bowel Movements

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OpenAI open sourced a new Customer Service Agent framework — learn more about its growing enterprise strategy

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Originally Priced at $1,250, These Bang & Olufsen Headphones Now Match The Price Of AirPods Max

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