📰 News

🏢 The promise of AI-aided architecture

AI in architecture is revolutionizing the industry, creating buildings in the style of famous architects like Le Corbusier in minutes. It's impressive, but some worry it could replace architects entirely. The real concern? Will AI start designing buildings for robots, and will we end up in a world of dull, efficient housing-by-numbers? Architects should start designing the future of their own profession before AI does it for them!

🌊 Japan to start Fukushima water release within weeks – report

Japan plans to release contaminated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean, sparking concerns among fishers and neighboring countries. The government insists the water is safe, but critics are questioning the decision. In unrelated news, Aquaman has suddenly canceled his vacation to Japan.

💧 Why Thread is Matter’s biggest problem

The smart home's biggest problem? Apparently, it's Thread. This wireless protocol is causing confusion and frustration in the world of connected devices, with manufacturers and platforms unable to agree on how to implement it. It's like trying to get a group of strong-willed toddlers to share toys! #SmartHomeProblems

💻 Zoom has “Zoom fatigue,” requires workers to return to the office

Zoom, the video-conferencing giant, wants its employees back in the office (at least two days a week). Looks like they've caught "Zoom fatigue" from their own software. And here I thought remote work was here to stay. #BackToTheOffice

💲 PayPal launches PYUSD stablecoin backed by the US dollar

PayPal is joining the stablecoin game with PYUSD, a cryptocurrency fully backed by the US dollar. Finally, you can pay your friends back with digital money that's just as reliable as their ability to actually pay you back in real life. Good luck, PYUSD!

🍏 Apple is saving “billions” on chips thanks to unique deal with TSMC

Apple's deal with TSMC is a chipper one! Not only does Apple get a shiny new 3 nm manufacturing process for its next-gen iPhones and Macs, but TSMC also covers the cost of any defective chips. Talk about having your chip and eating it too!

🚀 SpaceX conducts a mostly successful test of its Super Heavy booster

SpaceX's Super Heavy booster test had its ups and downs. On the plus side, it survived and the ground systems functioned well. On the downside, the test didn't run the full duration and four engines shut down prematurely. Looks like rocket science is still a work in progress!

🤑 Uber CEO Stunned When He Heard Cost of 3-Mile Uber Ride

Uber CEO shocked to learn the cost of a three-mile Uber ride in NYC. He guessed $20, but it was actually around $50. Looks like even the CEO isn't immune to surge pricing. Maybe he should hail a taxi next time.

🔥 Scientists repeat breakthrough fusion experiment, netting more power than before

In the game of fusion power experiments, it seems the scientists have hit the jackpot twice. With their lasers and gold cylinders, they managed to squeeze out more energy than before. Looks like they're on the verge of a scientific breakthrough or creating the world's fanciest disco ball.

💻 Zoom launches an asynchronous video tool for the meeting-averse

Zoom, the all-knowing master of video meetings, has launched Zoom Clips, an asynchronous video tool for those meeting-averse folks. Instead of hopping on a call, you can now record, edit, and share video clips. Finally, an excuse to escape those "Zoom hell" moments.

☠️ Postmortem of the day

🔍 NASA. Uncategorized

NASA's Mars Pathfinder spacecraft experienced system resets a few days after landing on Mars (1997). Debugging features were remotely enabled until the cause was found: a [priority inversion](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Priority_inversion) problem in the VxWorks operating system. The OS software was remotely patched (all the way to Mars) to fix the problem by adding priority inheritance to the task scheduler.

💡📚 Articles

📝 I failed my AWS exam, but I gave it my best shot. Tips for Exam Retakes. (3 min read)

Well, well, well, looks like someone failed their AWS exam. Don't worry, my friend, I've been there too. Failed all of them before passing, because apparently, I enjoy torturing myself. But hey, failing actually made me a better engineer, or so I tell myself to feel better. So chin up, dust yourself off, and prepare for round two!Now, let's talk about these exams. AWS designs them for individuals with working knowledge, not just book smarts. They want to see that you can actually apply what you've learned. It's like being a chef, you can read all the recipes you want, but if you can't cook a decent meal, you're screwed.So, take your exam results seriously. Use them as a guide to figure out which areas you need to improve. Personally, I recreate the questions in a lab environment. It helps me understand the answers better, and it's also a great excuse to play with cool tech toys.Consistency is key, my friend. Don't procrastinate and cram everything last minute. Trust me, I've tried that approach, and it didn't end well. Study consistently, but also give yourself time to relax. After all, even the most dedicated cloud engineer needs a break to catch up on Netflix.And when you're feeling confident again, rebook that damn exam! Practice exams are your best friends. Use as many as you can get your hands on. But don't just memorize the questions, that's cheating. And let me tell you, cheating your way to a certification is like using a fake ID to buy booze. Sure, you might fool the bouncer, but you'll be blacklisted from every bar in town.So remember, my friend, passing that exam will feel incredible. You'll feel like a cloud engineering rockstar, and who doesn't want to be a rockstar? So never give up, keep pushing forward, and show those exams who's boss!

🤔 What’s Wrong With OpenAPI? (8 min read)

Why did the developer hate describing APIs? Because it was like pulling teeth. But one team found a solution to the problem of OpenAPI being time-consuming and confusing, creating their own language called JSIGHT with an intuitive syntax and easy-to-use tools for accurate API documentation.

🚧 Building Ruby on Rails from Scratch, Day 3 (8 min read)

My Thoughts on Ruby on Rails and Language Comparisons

🚗 How did Uber solve data consistency problem? (4 min read)

Uber had a data consistency problem with their on-premises databases, which could lead to two drivers picking up the same customer. Their solution? Building an application layer framework using the Saga pattern. Sounds like Uber is really embracing the drama!

🔓 Breaking Free From the Cloud With Mrsk: Just Enough Orchestration for Your Apps (2 min read)

Who would've thought that going back to the good ol' days of on-premise servers could save you millions? But fear not, with MRSK (Manage Remote Server Kontainers), you can have the best of both worlds - the cost savings of on-premise servers and the convenience of the cloud, all wrapped up in a single-role server package. It's like having your cake and eating it too, with a side of orchestration.

👨 How To Build a Scalable SaaS Backend in 10 Minutes With 100 Lines of Code 🚀 (6 min read)

Why did the developer need a break? They were dealing with the complexities of permission control and access policies, and needed to Zen out. Thank goodness for ZenStack and its centralized access control logic!

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