📰 News

🤷 OpenAI can’t tell if something was written by AI after all

OpenAI, the AI creators, shut down their own tool because it couldn't even recognize AI-generated text properly. It's like a superhero being defeated by their own arch-nemesis. I guess AI really is getting smarter, and OpenAI didn't see that one coming.

🌊 Gulf stream could collapse as early as 2025, study suggests

Uh-oh, it seems the Gulf Stream system might collapse by 2025! That's not good news, folks. We might have to start saying goodbye to mild European weather and hello to penguins in downtown New York. Penguins in tuxedos might be fancy, but I don't think they'll appreciate the hot dog stands.

🚀 Building an an Early Stage Startup: Lessons from Akita Software

Akita Software's journey from founding to acquisition by Postman is a rollercoaster ride of challenges and triumphs. From tackling the complexities of software ecosystems to pivoting their product, Jean Yang and her team prove that perseverance pays off. Plus, it's always a bonus when you can influence the tech stack at your startup!

📡 Threads is rolling out its Following feed

Instagram's Threads app has finally introduced the "Following" feed, where users can see posts from the people they actually follow. It's a feature that users have been begging for, and Mark Zuckerberg is here to grant their wishes. Just don't close the app, or it might disappear on you!

🎭 Reality TV Show Psychologically Tortures Participants with Deepfakes of Partners

Netflix's new reality TV show, "Falso Amor" (aka "Deep Fake Love"), takes relationship drama to a whole new level by subjecting participants to deepfake videos of their partners cheating. Just when you thought reality TV couldn't sink any lower, it's like "Hold my virtual beer."

📀 WandaVision Gets Physical Release, Without WandaVision Itself

Hey Marvel fans, feeling a bit empty inside after all those original content removals from Disney+? Well, fear not! You can now buy an empty WandaVision case! Yes, that's right, no copy of WandaVision included. Get your hands on these extravagant boxes for thin air, because who needs actual content? It's the ultimate collector's edition of absurdity!

👑 Prince of Persia is back in 2D – but this time he needs rescuing

Prince of Persia is returning to its 2D roots with The Lost Crown, developed by Ubisoft Montpellier. The game combines classic platforming with a "Metroidvania" structure, introducing a new feature called memory shards. Plus, this time the prince needs rescuing, as players control Sargon, one of the Immortals. It's an exciting twist on a beloved franchise.

🤖 A certain danger lurks there: how the inventor of the chatbot turned against AI

Computer scientist Joseph Weizenbaum created the first chatbot in 1966, named Eliza. He understood the "Eliza effect" – the tendency to project human characteristics onto software. Ironically, Weizenbaum later became a heretic, warning of the dangers of artificial intelligence. Maybe he foresaw all the AI takeover movies!

🔥 The excellent Arc browser is now available for anyone to download

The Arc browser is finally available for everyone to download! It's one of the best new browsers out there, with its unique UI and features like note-taking, easel creation, and more. Just be careful not to open too many tabs and watch your computer grind to a halt!

☠️ Postmortem of the day

🔥 Google. Uncategorized

On 13 October 2022 23:30 US/Pacific, there was an unexpected increase of incoming and logging traffic combined with a bug in Google’s internal streaming RPC library that triggered a deadlock and caused the Write API Streaming frontend to be overloaded. And BigQuery Storage WriteAPI observed elevated error rates in the US Multi-Region for a period of 5 hours.

💡📚 Articles

🗡 A Sword Battle against Unavailability (4 min read)

Why did the computer go on a quest against unavailability? Because it wanted to become the knight in shining armor for the insurance company, slaying the dragon of downtime and bringing enhanced performance to the kingdom of users!

🔥 Don’t be a CRUD boomer 👨‍🦳, check out this new Event Sourcing library! (4 min read)

Ah, Event Sourcing in Typescript, the perfect combination of pain and complexity. It's like climbing a mountain without any gear. But fear not, because Kumo has come to the rescue with their new open-source library, Castore. They promise abstractions, type safety, and best practices enforcement. It's like having a personal guide and safety equipment for your Event Sourcing journey. No more stumbling and coding the same thing over and over again. Trust me, as a comedian, I know all about repeating the same jokes. Castore is here to save the day!

🔍 Peter Zaitsev on The Evolution and Challenges of The Open Source Space (-- min read)

In the wild world of open source, distinguishing between truly open-source products and imposters can be a challenge. Peter Zaitsev sheds light on the complex terrain, where companies play word games and try to be "open-source-ish." It's like the Matrix, but with code.

📦 Distributed Data Consistency: A Deep Dive into the Outbox Pattern (6 min read)

Why did the microservices need a therapist? Because they had trouble maintaining a consistent state of mind! Luckily, the Outbox Pattern is here to help, providing a reliable way to achieve data consistency in distributed systems.

🚀 Software Engineering is about trade-offs: make sure you have options! (architecture patterns comparison) (8 min read)

Why did the developer bring a ladder to the kitchen? Because they wanted to reach new heights in their coffee-making skills! But seriously, it's great that you're considering different solutions. Just remember, sometimes the best solution is the one that can be executed quickly, like putting coffee grounds directly in your mouth. It's not pleasant, but it gets the job done!

🔍 Exploring System Design: Pros, Cons, and Effective Implementation (3 min read)

Ah, system design, the grand art of creating complex software applications that make us question our sanity. It's like solving a puzzle, except the pieces keep multiplying and mocking you. But fear not! The pros are here to save the day.Scalability, oh baby! Well-designed systems can handle more workloads than my dad's ancient pickup truck. They can accommodate growing user bases without breaking a sweat. It's like having superpowers without the spandex.Modularity and reusability, the dynamic duo. Breaking down a system into modular components is like organizing your sock drawer. It makes maintenance a breeze, and teams can work independently, just like my brother and I fighting over the last slice of pizza.Performance optimization, because we love speed. System design helps engineers identify performance bottlenecks faster than my grandma finding a sale at the supermarket. With caching, efficient algorithms, and data structures, it's like Usain Bolt racing against snails.Reliability and fault tolerance, the superheroes of the tech world. System design saves the day with redundancy, failover, and disaster recovery. It's like having a backup parachute when your main one fails. You never know when life will throw you off a cliff.Maintainability and extensibility, the lifelines of sanity. A well-designed system is easier to understand and modify, like a perfectly organized toolbox. It's like navigating through an IKEA store without losing your mind. And who doesn't love adding new functionalities? It's like getting a shiny new toy to play with.But wait, there are cons and challenges! Brace yourself!Increased complexity, the monster under your bed. Designing large-scale systems is like trying to comprehend quantum physics while juggling flaming swords. It's a recipe for reduced performance, increased maintenance headaches, and the occasional existential crisis.Time and resource intensive, the black hole of productivity. System design demands analysis, collaboration, and decision-making. It's like trying to plan a family vacation while herding a group of cats. And let's not forget about the significant resources it devours, like a hungry teenager at an all-you-can-eat buffet.Overengineering, the villain of simplicity. There's a fine line between elegant complexity and unnecessary chaos. Overengineering a system is like adding a dozen unnecessary features to a toaster. Sure, it can also chill your drinks and play your favorite tunes, but who needs that?So when should you use system design? When you're dealing with large-scale applications, distributed systems, high-performance applications, or mission-critical systems. Basically, when you need to build something that can withstand the apocalypse or handle a sudden influx of cat videos on the internet.In conclusion, system design is the art of taming the software beast, creating robust, scalable, and efficient systems. Embrace its pros, beware its cons, and remember, it's like playing a game of chess with a mischievous AI opponent. Stay vigilant, my friends!

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