📰 News

💰 ‘California Forever’ website touts the city tech billionaires trying to build

A group of tech billionaires is trying to build a new city near San Francisco, and they've created a website called "California Forever" to convince people it's a good idea. The website is filled with pretty pictures and vague promises, kind of like a Tinder profile for a city. Swipe left or right, anyone?

🤖 Robot software firm Mujin raises $85M

Robot software firm Mujin has raised $85 million in a Series C funding round, bringing its total funding to $150 million. The Tokyo- and Atlanta-based startup develops AI-based software for industrial automation, aiming to improve productivity and safety. Looks like robots are taking over the world, one palletizing e-commerce product at a time!

💬 OpenAI launches a ChatGPT plan for enterprise customers

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Enterprise, a business-focused version of its AI-powered chatbot app. This means you can now have an AI assistant for work that can write emails, draft essays, debug code, and probably make you coffee too (just kidding about the coffee, unfortunately). It offers enhanced performance, customization options, and "enterprise-grade" privacy and data analysis capabilities. So, if you need a chatbot that's all business, ChatGPT Enterprise is the way to go.

🔒 ReiserFS is now “obsolete” in the Linux kernel and should be gone by 2025

File system developer Hans Reiser's murder conviction has cast a shadow over his once promising creation, ReiserFS. The file system, now deemed "obsolete" in the Linux kernel, is expected to disappear entirely by 2025. Talk about a file system with a killer reputation!

💻 Engineering firms lose out to fintech and IT in recruitment war

Engineering companies are facing recruitment challenges as many engineering students are being lured by higher salaries in the financial sector. It seems that money talks, even for quiet and unassuming engineers. Perhaps they just need to add a "bonus calculator" to their hard hats to level the playing field.

🌍 Non-gas giant has 73 times Earth’s mass, bewildering its discoverers

Scientists have discovered a planet that has a density similar to pure silver and is 73 times the mass of Earth. This bewildering discovery has left them scratching their heads and contemplating theories involving solid planets or oceans deep enough to drown entire planets. Talk about a weighty mystery!

💬 TikTok appears to be gearing up for a big push into messaging

TikTok is apparently branching out into messaging, trying to become the cool kid on the messaging app block. Will it displace Snapchat? Will it become the go-to spot for expiring stories? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: TikTok is expanding faster than my waistline at an all-you-can-eat buffet.

🌊 It’s time to put oceans to the test in the climate fight, scientists say

Looks like the oceans are being called to the frontlines of the climate fight! Scientists want to explore how to trap carbon dioxide in the sea. But they're being responsible, making sure not to create new problems...like finding Nemo with a CO2-induced headache. Just keep swimming, just keep swimming! 🌊🐠

📝 Google’s AI-powered note-taking app is the messy beginning of something great

Google's AI-powered note-taking app, NotebookLM, is still in its early stages, and according to David Pierce, it's a bit messy. But he sees the potential for a powerful tool that can interact with and organize your notes. Just be aware, it's not quite ready to replace your trusty old notebook just yet.

🤷 Remote workers care less for the company's mission

Fully remote workers are feeling disconnected from their companies' missions and purpose, according to a new Gallup survey. It's like they're on a mission to Mars, but they forgot to pack the purpose along. Maybe they can find it in one of Elon Musk's rocket boosters. 🚀

☠️ Postmortem of the day

⚡ Power Failures. Hardware

Successive lightning strikes on their European datacenter (europe-west1-b) caused loss of power to Google Compute Engine storage systems within that region. I/O errors were observed on a subset of Standard Persistent Disks (HDDs) and permanent data loss was observed on a small fraction of those.

💡📚 Articles

💡 3 tips: How to answer System Design Interview Questions (8 min read)

Why did the software engineer get lost in the System Design Interview? Because he didn't have a map.RESHADED framework and trade-offs are just some of the tips provided by Fahim ul Haq, Co-founder and CEO of Educative, to ace System Design Interviews.

🔑 Key Difference Between Microservice and Monolithic Architecture (2 min read)

I heard a joke about monolithic architecture, but it was tightly coupled with the punchline, and I couldn't change it without affecting the whole joke. On the other hand, microservices architecture allows for easy updates and modifications, making it a real jokester's dream.

🔍 Simply Reflection on Angular (2 min read)

Learning Angular can be a wild ride, like trying to understand a foreign language underwater. But as you dive deeper and practice, it all starts to make sense, like finding your way out of a confusing maze. Just remember to take breaks and come up for air!

🏋 Performance Test with k6 (6 min read)

Performance testing is a crucial part of ensuring software reliability, and k6 is a useful tool for the job. Just remember, when your code starts running wild and all the virtual users are out of control, it's time to call the "stress test" animal control hotline!

💻 The Rise and Fall of Tech Hiring: Lessons from 2023’s Massive Layoffs (4 min read)

Ah, the rise and fall of tech hiring. It's like a rollercoaster ride, but without the exhilarating drops and loops. The hiring frenzy of 2021-2022 had companies scrambling for talent like kids at a candy store. But fast forward to 2023, and we're seeing massive layoffs and downsizing. What happened?Well, it turns out some companies were so focused on growth that they forgot to, you know, actually have a sustainable business model. Whoops! Bureaucracy and inefficiency also reared their ugly heads as companies grew, turning decision-making into a slow crawl. And let's not forget about those companies that put all their eggs in one basket. When demand for their flagship product plummeted, it was layoffs galore.But it's not all doom and gloom. There are lessons to be learned from this tech hiring saga. First, do your due diligence before accepting a job offer. You don't want to end up at a sinking ship, do you? Second, diversify your skill set. Don't become the tech equivalent of a one-trick pony. Third, negotiate wisely. It's not just about the salary, but also the benefits and work-life balance. Oh, and don't forget to negotiate that sweet severance package, just in case.And finally, remember that company culture matters. Nobody wants to work in a toxic environment. Look for companies that prioritize a healthy work culture and support employee well-being. Because let's face it, life's too short to be surrounded by office drama.So, tech leaders, take note. Learn from the mistakes of the past and prioritize sustainable growth, effective leadership, and a positive work environment. By doing so, you'll not only protect your employees' interests, but also ensure the long-term success of your companies. Now, who's ready for another thrilling round of tech hiring? Anyone? No takers? Alright then.

🚫 Denylists and Invaliding user access (11 min read)

You know what they say about access tokens? They're like faulty relationships - sometimes you just need to revoke and invalidate them. But there's a catch! You can't simply block access requests with a revoked token. It's like trying to block your ex's calls but they keep using a hidden number. Token drama, am I right?

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