The TechBeat: Open-Source: The Next Step in AI Revolution (1/29/2024)

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Open-Source: The Next Step in AI Revolution

By @minio [ 6 Min read ] Explore the open-source revolution in AI development, distinguishing between genuine innovation and 'open-washing' attempts by Big Tech. Read More.

A Deep Dive Into Semantic Segmentation Evaluation Metrics

By @ivanpopov [ 6 Min read ] Semantic segmentation is an area of computer vision that specialises in dividing an image into regions based on pixel characteristics. Read More.

Welcoming the Future With Exciting Plans for ZKFair

By @lumoz [ 5 Min read ] We sincerely share the journey of ZKFair thus far and promptly update the community on our future plans. Read More.

Meeting Customer Needs With User-Centric Product Development

By @tonythevoit [ 6 Min read ] In a nutshell, user-centric product development implies attentiveness to the client's needs. This approach puts the customer at the heart of the product Read More.

Defending Your Web App: A Guide to Rate Limiting and Brute Force Attack Prevention

By @shad0wpuppet [ 4 Min read ] Web app security - testing web applications: Rate Limits and X-Forwarded-For header, Brute Force attacks, and Restoring original visitor IPs Read More.

Python-Powered Performance Testing for QA Testers: A Beginner's Guide to Cloud API Load Testing

By @shad0wpuppet [ 8 Min read ] Learn beginner-friendly Python scripts for conducting load testing on cloud app APIs, suitable for QA testers. Explore asynchronous and multiprocessing approach Read More.

Software QA: Solving Issues with Combinatorial Test Design

By @shad0wpuppet [ 5 Min read ] Combinatorial test design, k-way testing, pairwise testing, software testing challenges, critical errors, test case design techniques, software QA Read More.

Intro to Digital Fingerprints: Understanding, Manipulating, and Defending Against Online Tracking

By @shad0wpuppet [ 10 Min read ] Digital fingerprinting, identifying users by hardware params. Learn about parameters, manipulation, fingerprint spoofing, online privacy, bot detection systems Read More.

Personal Insights: From Tech Expert to Team Leader, Navigating Managerial and Product Challenges

By @shad0wpuppet [ 4 Min read ] A tech expert evolving into a leader, managing managerial, product, and technical challenges - strategic decisions drive success in software development Read More.

An Analysis of Combinatorial Test Design Techniques

By @shad0wpuppet [ 7 Min read ] Combinatorial test design techniques: AllPairs Algorithm, Orthogonal Arrays, State-Transition Tables and Diagrams, Decision Table Testing Read More.

Bahamut Foundation Announces Launch of 10 Million $FTN Bahamut Grants Program for Development

By @btcwire [ 2 Min read ] Bahamut Foundation unveils its $10 million $FTN coin fund. Read More.

How to Build Products People Love in 2024 and Beyond

By @dariabeliakova [ 10 Min read ] Product Management Trends in 2024: unpredictable user segmentation, subscription fatigue, look-alike products, cyber attacks etc. Read More.

Helium Mining in 2024: Still Worthwhile with Helium Farm

By @CryptoAdventure [ 2 Min read ] With its innovative approach and lucrative mining plans, Helium Farm continues to make Helium mining not only accessible but highly profitable. Read More.

Coding Interview Prep: Algorithmic Puzzles and Cube Surface Mastery

By @bab3nk0v [ 7 Min read ] Learn to calculate a cube grid's 3D surface area in my guide, essential for FAANG interviews and software developer problem-solving. Read More.

How to Use NextJS, TypeScript, Tailwind, and OneEntry CMS to Build an eCommerce Store 🛒👨‍💻

By @madzadev [ 2 Min read ] We will build a practical eCommerce project to see how NextJS, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and OneEntry CMS can be used to simplify content management. Read More.

Carbon Aware Computing: Next Green Breakthrough or New Greenwashing?

By @ismaelvelasco [ 33 Min read ] Big Tech is marketing its use of carbon-aware computing as way to cut emissions. without mentioning its limits or its dangers. A deep dive, and a way forward. Read More.

Pandoshi Announces A Unique Token Burn Mechanism

By @btcwire [ 2 Min read ] Pandoshi (PAMBO) presale raised about $2 million in the first weeks of launch. Read More.

A Guide to Understanding Layer 0s: How the Polkadot Ecosystem Works

By @vincentes [ 5 Min read ] Building application-specific from scratch can be a daunting task, thankfully, there are solutions out there that make blockchain development a breeze. Read More.

Interactively Critiquing Large Language Models by Converting Feedback into Principles

By @feedbackloop [ 6 Min read ] Explore the groundbreaking ConstitutionMaker, an interactive tool shaping the future of chatbot customization. Read More.

Bumper Shines in Bitcoin ETF Fallout: Bumper’s Hedging Premia Compared to Options

By @bumper [ 5 Min read ] Opening a position with Bumper proved a very wise trading decision, as the subsequent drop in Bitcoin's value justified the need for such risk management tools Read More. 🧑‍💻 What happened in your world this week? It's been said that writing can help consolidate technical knowledge, establish credibility, and contribute to emerging community standards. Feeling stuck? We got you covered ⬇️⬇️⬇️ ANSWER THESE GREATEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS OF ALL TIME We hope you enjoy this worth of free reading material. Feel free to forward this email to a nerdy friend who'll love you for it. See you on Planet Internet! With love, The HackerNoon Team ✌️