A software tester proposes the term 'slop-coding' to describe quickly built, untested tools, contrasting it with 'vibe coding' for clearer communication.
The article critiques how AI chatbots exhibit the Dunning-Kruger effect, confidently delivering incorrect information, and links this to broader tech industry cultural problems.
Challenges the idealized view of open source history, arguing that corporate involvement has always existed and shouldn't be seen as impure.
Author announces a new book on data structures and algorithms, available via Manning's Early Access Program with a 50% discount.
A developer shares their journey creating an open-source Java quiz tool while reflecting on certification exams and personal coding projects.
A critique of the 'pillars of observability' as a marketing term, arguing for a focus on technical 'signals' like traces, metrics, and logs instead.
A neurodiverse software engineer uses Linux server analogies like OOM kills to explain how their brain manages cognitive load and sensory input.
A timeline and analysis of major generative AI model releases and a security framework for AI agents from late 2025.
A guide on teaching the Kiro AI agent to work with custom libraries and DSLs using steering files and the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
Explains the 'edit workflow' in Jujutsu VCS, a version control system, highlighting differences from Git and practical commands.
A collection of links and commentary on tech topics including AI, government software projects, and cybersecurity policy.
A critique of the bureaucratic and low-agency culture hindering tech entrepreneurship in Europe, arguing for personal responsibility over resignation.
An accessible introduction to binary search, explaining the algorithm through a bike theft CCTV example.
A podcast episode discussing the inaugural Django on the Med event, its origins, code improvements made, and future plans.
Argues that deep JavaScript knowledge remains crucial despite AI code generators, emphasizing human oversight and career security.
Mitchell Hashimoto details using AI agentic coding tools to develop an unobtrusive macOS auto-update feature for Ghostty, sharing the full process and token costs.
A review of 'The Farmer Was Replaced', a game that teaches programming by using Python code to automate farm tasks with a drone.
Critique of superficial tech transformations that rename teams and processes without addressing root causes, leaving delivery slow and ineffective.
Explores key new features in C# 14 and .NET 10, including field-backed properties and partial events/constructors.
A personal recap of the author's experience and key moments from attending DjangoCon US 2025, shared via social media posts.
