A guide to building a native Apache Kafka binary on macOS using GraalVM for faster startup times, based on the KIP-974 configuration.
Explains Java's new Compact Object Headers (JEP 519), detailing how they reduce memory usage and improve performance by compressing object headers.
Explains and compares the four primary disk encryption options for Azure Virtual Machines, detailing their underlying architectures and use cases.
Critiques a misleading LinkedIn performance tip about Entity Framework, explaining why dragging entire databases into memory is inefficient and offering the correct solution.
A developer shares lessons learned from upgrading an iPad, covering trade-ins, accessory compatibility, and choosing a keyboard case.
Explores three key methods to enhance LLM performance: fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and RAG, detailing their use cases and trade-offs.
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A conference organizer argues that politics are inherently part of web events, discussing inclusivity, ethics, and the impact of political views on tech communities.
A proposal to change C string literals to const types, seeking feedback on its impact from developers and projects.
A user explores HDR mode issues on the Steam Deck, including brightness control problems and UI suggestions for SteamOS.
Explains how LLMs work by converting words to numerical embeddings, using vector spaces for semantic understanding, and managing context windows.
Explores the evolution of AI from symbolic systems to modern Large Language Models (LLMs), detailing their capabilities and limitations.
Exploring a new CSS Multi-column Layout spec feature to wrap overflow columns in the block direction, preventing unwanted horizontal scrollbars.
CSS multicol layout spec update introduces block direction wrapping for overflow columns, preventing unwanted horizontal scrollbars.
An explanation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open standard for connecting LLMs to data and tools, and why it's important for AI development.
A guide to building reusable React 19 components using Actions, useTransition, and useOptimistic for handling state and side effects.
Explains the concept of bikeshedding, where teams focus on trivial details over critical issues, and offers strategies to stay focused.
A tutorial on building a beginner-friendly Model Context Protocol (MCP) server in Python to connect Claude AI with local CSV and Parquet files.
Java 25 introduces mandatory null checks for enclosing instances in inner class constructors, affecting reflection and bytecode invocation.
A Firefox addon that compares prices relative to different incomes worldwide, highlighting purchasing power and wealth inequality.
A developer shares their experience of returning to side projects after a long break, finding creative joy and relief in the process.
