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You can jump to any part of the United States International Cyberspace & Digital Policy Strategy here. This part is 1 of 38. Preface We are in a pivotal period of international relations, characterized by acute competition between nations, and shared global challenges like climate change, food and health security, and inclusive economic growth. Technology will play an increasingly critical role in addressing these challenges. That is why at the State Department we have prioritized building capacity and expertise in cyber, digital, and emerging technology issues as part of our broader efforts to modernize diplomacy and ensure U.S. foreign policy delivers on the issues that matter most to the lives and livelihoods of the American people. As a key milestone in this work, I am pleased to share here the Department’s International Cyberspace and Digital Policy Strategy. Central to our strategy is the effort to build digital solidarity – working together to offer mutual assistance to the victims of malicious cyber activity and other digital harms; assist partners – especially emerging economies – in deploying safe, secure, resilient, and sustainable technologies to advance their development goals; and builds strong and inclusive innovation economies that can shape our economic and technological future. We are rallying coalitions of governments, businesses, and civil society to shape the digital revolution at every level of the technology “stack” – from building subsea cables and telecommunication networks, to deploying cloud services and trustworthy artificial intelligence, to promoting rights-respecting data governance and norms of responsible state behavior. The United States will work with any country or actor that is committed to developing and deploying technology that is open, safe, and secure, that promotes inclusive growth, that fosters resilient and democratic societies, and that empowers all people. Antony J. Blinken Secretary of State Continue Reading Here. This post was originally published on May 6, 2024, by the U.S Department of State You can jump to any part of the United States International Cyberspace & Digital Policy Strategy here. This part is 1 of 38. You can jump to any part of the United States International Cyberspace & Digital Policy Strategy here . This part is 1 of 38. here Preface We are in a pivotal period of international relations, characterized by acute competition between nations, and shared global challenges like climate change, food and health security, and inclusive economic growth. Technology will play an increasingly critical role in addressing these challenges. That is why at the State Department we have prioritized building capacity and expertise in cyber, digital, and emerging technology issues as part of our broader efforts to modernize diplomacy and ensure U.S. foreign policy delivers on the issues that matter most to the lives and livelihoods of the American people. As a key milestone in this work, I am pleased to share here the Department’s International Cyberspace and Digital Policy Strategy. Central to our strategy is the effort to build digital solidarity – working together to offer mutual assistance to the victims of malicious cyber activity and other digital harms; assist partners – especially emerging economies – in deploying safe, secure, resilient, and sustainable technologies to advance their development goals; and builds strong and inclusive innovation economies that can shape our economic and technological future. We are rallying coalitions of governments, businesses, and civil society to shape the digital revolution at every level of the technology “stack” – from building subsea cables and telecommunication networks, to deploying cloud services and trustworthy artificial intelligence, to promoting rights-respecting data governance and norms of responsible state behavior. The United States will work with any country or actor that is committed to developing and deploying technology that is open, safe, and secure, that promotes inclusive growth, that fosters resilient and democratic societies, and that empowers all people. Antony J. Blinken Antony J. Blinken Secretary of State Secretary of State Continue Reading Here. Continue Reading Here . Here This post was originally published on May 6, 2024, by the U.S Department of State This post was originally published on May 6, 2024, by the U.S Department of State by the U.S Department of State

U.S. Foreign Policy Focuses in on Secure and Inclusive Technologies

Because It Cannot Sue ChatGPT For Mimicry, the NYT Lawsuit Focuses on AI Hallucination Instead

6 Nov, 2024 – BNB Chain, the community-driven blockchain ecosystem that includes the world’s largest smart contract blockchain by daily transactions, has announced the launch of its tokenization solution. This solution is designed to empower individuals and businesses interested in Web3 to easily tokenize their assets using a simple one-stop service, aligning with BNB Chain’s mission of onboarding the next billion users into Web3. With BNB Chain’s one-stop tokenization solution, users can efficiently fragment and tokenize their assets, bolstered by robust compliance tools that ensure security and trustworthiness. The initial solution includes two key components: Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization and company tokenization. The RWA solution focuses on converting tangible assets—such as real estate, art, and commodities—into tradable tokens issued on BNB Chain, facilitating rapid and seamless transactions across the blockchain. Company tokenization enables businesses to issue their tokens directly in collaboration with various partners, adhering to different jurisdictional frameworks. This one-stop tokenization solution is particularly beneficial for individuals and small business owners, helping them streamline operations, improve asset efficiency, and support their business growth and development, all while entering the Web3 ecosystem without the need for coding or blockchain knowledge. Compared to other solutions with higher user thresholds, BNB Chain’s solution offers the most user-friendly experience on board Web3, featuring a clear and intuitive product interface and comprehensive end-to-end services provided through cooperation with industry leaders. With a strong user base of 4 million, a rich ecosystem of 4000 Dapps, and an active developer community, BNB Chain stands as a robust platform for advancing tokenization initiatives. Currently, BNB Chain has successfully empowered companies in sectors such as carbon credit and natural hydrogen. Key partners in BNB Chain's tokenization solution include BitBond, Brickken, Matrixdock, InvestaX and Tokenizer by Allo, with plans to expand further. In the future, BNB Chain will introduce more sections and tools into its tokenization solution,  such as loyalty programs and mini-apps embedded in the social platform, to enable more individuals and companies to join Web3 seamlessly. Jimmy, Senior Solution Architect of BNB Chain, said: "Compared with other sectors in Web3, RWA is never an easy endeavor and requires more time and effort, but we believe it’s one of the right directions. We see it as a crucial pathway to empower small and medium-sized businesses and introduce an increasing number of new user scenarios into Web3. We look forward to BNB Chain’s tokenization solution creating an inclusive ecosystem that fosters innovation and accessibility, paving the way for broader adoption of Web3 technologies while fulfilling our mission of empowering the next billion users." Find out more here. About BNB Chain BNB Chain is a community-driven blockchain ecosystem that is removing barriers to Web3 adoption. It is composed of: BNB Smart Chain (BSC): A secure DeFi hub with the lowest gas fees of any EVM-compatible L1; serves as the ecosystem’s governance chain.
opBNB: A scalability L2 that delivers some of the lowest gas fees of any L2 and rapid processing speeds.
BNB Greenfield: Meets decentralized storage needs for the ecosystem and lets users establish their own data marketplaces. Setting a high bar for security, the AvengerDAO community protects BNB Chain users while Red Alarm provides a real-time risk-scanner for Dapps. The ecosystem also offers a range of monetary and ecosystem rewards as part of its Builder Support Program. For more, follow BNB Chain on X or start exploring via our Dapp library. 6 Nov, 2024 – BNB Chain , the community-driven blockchain ecosystem that includes the world’s largest smart contract blockchain by daily transactions , has announced the launch of its tokenization solution . This solution is designed to empower individuals and businesses interested in Web3 to easily tokenize their assets using a simple one-stop service, aligning with BNB Chain’s mission of onboarding the next billion users into Web3. 6 Nov, 2024 – BNB Chain BNB Chain world’s largest smart contract blockchain by daily transactions world’s largest smart contract blockchain by daily transactions tokenization solution tokenization solution With BNB Chain’s one-stop tokenization solution, users can efficiently fragment and tokenize their assets, bolstered by robust compliance tools that ensure security and trustworthiness. The initial solution includes two key components: Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization and company tokenization . The RWA solution focuses on converting tangible assets—such as real estate, art, and commodities—into tradable tokens issued on BNB Chain, facilitating rapid and seamless transactions across the blockchain. Company tokenization enables businesses to issue their tokens directly in collaboration with various partners, adhering to different jurisdictional frameworks. Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization company tokenization company tokenization This one-stop tokenization solution is particularly beneficial for individuals and small business owners, helping them streamline operations, improve asset efficiency, and support their business growth and development, all while entering the Web3 ecosystem without the need for coding or blockchain knowledge. Compared to other solutions with higher user thresholds, BNB Chain’s solution offers the most user-friendly experience on board Web3, featuring a clear and intuitive product interface and comprehensive end-to-end services provided through cooperation with industry leaders. With a strong user base of 4 million, a rich ecosystem of 4000 Dapps, and an active developer community, BNB Chain stands as a robust platform for advancing tokenization initiatives. Currently, BNB Chain has successfully empowered companies in sectors such as carbon credit and natural hydrogen. Key partners in BNB Chain's tokenization solution include BitBond , Brickken , Matrixdock , InvestaX and Tokenizer by Allo , with plans to expand further. BitBond BitBond Brickken Brickken Matrixdock Matrixdock InvestaX InvestaX Tokenizer by Allo Tokenizer by Allo In the future, BNB Chain will introduce more sections and tools into its tokenization solution,  such as loyalty programs and mini-apps embedded in the social platform, to enable more individuals and companies to join Web3 seamlessly. Jimmy, Senior Solution Architect of BNB Chain, said: "Compared with other sectors in Web3, RWA is never an easy endeavor and requires more time and effort, but we believe it’s one of the right directions. We see it as a crucial pathway to empower small and medium-sized businesses and introduce an increasing number of new user scenarios into Web3. We look forward to BNB Chain’s tokenization solution creating an inclusive ecosystem that fosters innovation and accessibility, paving the way for broader adoption of Web3 technologies while fulfilling our mission of empowering the next billion users." Find out more here. here. here. About BNB Chain About BNB Chain BNB Chain is a community-driven blockchain ecosystem that is removing barriers to Web3 adoption. It is composed of: BNB Chain BNB Chain BNB Smart Chain (BSC): A secure DeFi hub with the lowest gas fees of any EVM-compatible L1; serves as the ecosystem’s governance chain. opBNB: A scalability L2 that delivers some of the lowest gas fees of any L2 and rapid processing speeds. BNB Greenfield: Meets decentralized storage needs for the ecosystem and lets users establish their own data marketplaces. BNB Smart Chain (BSC) : A secure DeFi hub with the lowest gas fees of any EVM-compatible L1; serves as the ecosystem’s governance chain. BNB Smart Chain (BSC) BNB Smart Chain (BSC) opBNB : A scalability L2 that delivers some of the lowest gas fees of any L2 and rapid processing speeds. opBNB opBNB BNB Greenfield : Meets decentralized storage needs for the ecosystem and lets users establish their own data marketplaces. BNB Greenfield BNB Greenfield Setting a high bar for security, the AvengerDAO community protects BNB Chain users while Red Alarm provides a real-time risk-scanner for Dapps. The ecosystem also offers a range of monetary and ecosystem rewards as part of its Builder Support Program . AvengerDAO AvengerDAO Red Alarm Red Alarm Builder Support Program Builder Support Program For more, follow BNB Chain on X or start exploring via our Dapp library . X X Dapp library Dapp library

BNB Chain Launches Tokenization Solution to Empower SBOs Onboarding Web3

BNB Chain lanza una solución de tokenización para potenciar la incorporación de SBO a Web3

רשת BNB משיקה פתרון טוקניזציה להעצמת SBOs Onboarding Web3

BNB Chain、SBOのオンボーディングを支援するトークン化ソリューションを開始 Web3

BNB тізбегі SBOs Onboarding Web3 мүмкіндіктерін кеңейту үшін токенизация шешімін шығарады

ខ្សែសង្វាក់ BNB ចាប់ផ្តើមដំណោះស្រាយ Tokenization ដើម្បីបង្កើនអំណាច SBOs Onboarding Web3

BNB ķēde ievieš tokenizācijas risinājumu, lai nodrošinātu SBO iekļaušanu Web3

BNB चेनले SBOs अनबोर्डिङ Web3 लाई सशक्त बनाउन टोकनाइजेशन समाधान सुरु गर्‍यो

د BNB سلسله د SBOs آن بورډینګ ویب 3 ځواکمنولو لپاره د ټوکن کولو حل پیل کړ

Lanțul BNB lansează o soluție de tokenizare pentru a împuternici SBO-urilor să integreze Web3

Zinxhiri BNB lançon zgjidhjen e tokenizimit për të fuqizuar SBO-të në Web3

БНБ ланац покреће решење за токенизацију како би омогућио СБО-овима да се укључе у Веб3

BNB Chain запускає рішення для токенізації, щоб розширити можливості SBOs Onboarding Web3

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Everyone tends to remove external devices such as USB drives or external disk drives without using the safe removal option on a Windows PC. However, this practice can harm your device in the long run. This is because your operating system constantly communicates with connected external drives to retrieve information. Even if you close all folders related to the external disk, it is still highly recommended to use the “Safely Remove Hardware” option when ejecting your device. If you’re unfamiliar with the steps, in this article, I will guide you through multiple methods to safely and properly eject USB drives or external disk drives from your Windows 11 PC. While this guide focuses on external SSDs, the same methods can also be used for external HDDs and USB drives. So, even though I’ll be referring to an external SSD, keep in mind that these steps are applicable to any external disk drive or USB device. My connected SSD to my PC is named Expansion. Method 1: The Generic Way to Eject USB or Disk Drive From Taskbar: Once you connect the SSD or USB to your device, to eject it from your pc, you need to click the Show Hidden Items in the right corner of your taskbar. Now, the popup option to eject the external device will appear. From this, you need to select the option named “Eject [Device Name]” for the connected external device. Note: If you have multiple external devices connected, the list will show all the connected devices. In this case, you should carefully choose the “Eject [Device Name]” for the specific external disk drive you want to eject. In this way, you can safely eject any external disk drives connected to your Windows 11 PC. You will get a popup message that says “Your device is safe to remove.” If you receive an error message saying “Problem Ejecting USB Attached SCSI (UAS) Mass Storage Device”, don’t worry. This is a common error message, but to fix it, simply follow the steps provided below. The Fix for Problem Ejecting USB Attached SCSI (UAS) Mass Storage Devices: I have tried and tested the fixes listed below, and I’ve arranged them according to the level of difficulty in implementing each one. It’s recommended to back up your external device if necessary before attempting any of these fixes. Fix 1: Using Task Manager: The main cause of this error is usually not closing the external device’s folder or having some files from the external device open or running in the background. Additionally, you should check if OneDrive or Google Drive is backing up files from your external disk drive in the background. This can be identified by checking the Task Manager. Open the Task Manager using the keyboard shortcut CTRL + SHIFT + ESC. Look for any processes running in the background. If you find any, I recommend ending the process. Next, search for the File Explorer process in the Task Manager. Once you locate it, right-click on it and select the Restart option. This will restart the File Explorer process, which will close all folders related to the external disk drives. After this, you can use the generic method mentioned earlier to safely remove the external device, and you should no longer encounter this error when removing it from your PC. Method 2: Eject External Disk Drives Using Windows Settings: If you want to try something different from the generic method, Windows 11 offers an option to remove connected external devices through Windows Settings. To learn how to do this, follow the instructions below. Use the keyboard shortcut Winkey + I to launch Windows Settings. Then, go to the Bluetooth & Devices section. Alternatively, you can directly access the Bluetooth & Devices options from the Device Ejection Menu. In the list of options, choose Devices. This will display all the connected external devices on your PC, such as a USB mouse, USB disk drive, USB SSD disk drive, and many more. Now, you can see the 3 horizontal dots (…) at the end of the connected external device, and select the Remove device option. This option will instantly remove the connected external device from your Windows 11 PC. After doing this, you can directly remove or unplug the USB disk drive from your PC, and it won’t affect both of your devices. Method 3: Eject External USB or Disk Drives From the Device Manager: You can use this method if your external devices become corrupted and Windows is unable to safely remove the external devices connected to your PC. Open the Device Manager window using the keyboard shortcut: Winkey + X & choose the Device Manager from the list. Open Device Manager from Winkey + X Shortcut Now, you need to expand the Disk Drives option from the list to view all the connected external disk drives.


Choose the connected external device; in my case, the device name is “Seagate Expansion SCSI Disk Device“ Expanding Disk Drive options from Device Manager Then, you need to right-click on the device name and choose the option Uninstall Device.


A prompt will appear on your screen, asking you to uninstall the connected external device, as shown in the gif below. Now, you can unplug the connected external devices. Take Away: By following the steps, you can ensure that your external SSD, HDD, or USB drive is safely removed from your Windows 11 PC without causing any potential damage. Whether you’re using the generic method or Windows Settings, it’s essential to properly eject your external devices to avoid errors or data corruption. Always remember to use the “Safely Remove Hardware” option for long-term protection of your external drives and data. Everyone tends to remove external devices such as USB drives or external disk drives without using the safe removal option on a Windows PC. However, this practice can harm your device in the long run . This is because your operating system constantly communicates with connected external drives to retrieve information. Even if you close all folders related to the external disk, it is still highly recommended to use the “Safely Remove Hardware” option when ejecting your device. USB drives external disk drives this practice can harm your device in the long run operating system constantly communicates highly recommended to use the “Safely Remove Hardware” option If you’re unfamiliar with the steps, in this article, I will guide you through multiple methods to safely and properly eject USB drives or external disk drives from your Windows 11 PC. multiple methods to safely and properly eject USB drives While this guide focuses on external SSDs, the same methods can also be used for external HDDs and USB drives . So, even though I’ll be referring to an external SSD, keep in mind that these steps are applicable to any external disk drive or USB device . My connected SSD to my PC is named Expansion . the same methods can also be used for external HDDs and USB drives any external disk drive USB device Expansion Method 1: The Generic Way to Eject USB or Disk Drive From Taskbar: Once you connect the SSD or USB to your device, to eject it from your pc, you need to click the Show Hidden Items in the right corner of your taskbar. Once you connect the SSD or USB to your device, to eject it from your pc, you need to click the Show Hidden Items in the right corner of your taskbar. Show Hidden Items Now, the popup option to eject the external device will appear. From this, you need to select the option named “Eject [Device Name]” for the connected external device. Now, the popup option to eject the external device will appear. From this, you need to select the option named “Eject [Device Name]” for the connected external device. popup option to eject the external device “Eject [Device Name]” Note: If you have multiple external devices connected, the list will show all the connected devices. In this case, you should carefully choose the “Eject [Device Name]” for the specific external disk drive you want to eject. Note: If you have multiple external devices connected , the list will show all the connected devices. In this case, you should carefully choose the “Eject [Device Name]” for the specific external disk drive you want to eject. Note: multiple external devices connected “Eject [Device Name]” In this way, you can safely eject any external disk drives connected to your Windows 11 PC. You will get a popup message that says “Your device is safe to remove.” If you receive an error message saying “Problem Ejecting USB Attached SCSI (UAS) Mass Storage Device” , don’t worry. This is a common error message , but to fix it, simply follow the steps provided below. “Problem Ejecting USB Attached SCSI (UAS) Mass Storage Device” common error message The Fix for Problem Ejecting USB Attached SCSI (UAS) Mass Storage Devices: I have tried and tested the fixes listed below, and I’ve arranged them according to the level of difficulty in implementing each one. It’s recommended to back up your external device if necessary before attempting any of these fixes. tried and tested the fixes level of difficulty It’s recommended to back up your external device Fix 1: Using Task Manager: The main cause of this error is usually not closing the external device’s folder or having some files from the external device open or running in the background . Additionally, you should check if OneDrive or Google Drive is backing up files from your external disk drive in the background. This can be identified by checking the Task Manager . main cause of this error open or running in the background OneDrive Google Drive backing up files from your external disk drive Task Manager Open the Task Manager using the keyboard shortcut CTRL + SHIFT + ESC. Open the Task Manager using the keyboard shortcut CTRL + SHIFT + ESC. Look for any processes running in the background. If you find any, I recommend ending the process. Look for any processes running in the background. If you find any, I recommend ending the process . I recommend ending the process Next, search for the File Explorer process in the Task Manager. Once you locate it, right-click on it and select the Restart option. Next, search for the File Explorer process in the Task Manager. Once you locate it, right-click on it and select the Restart option. File Explorer process right-click on it Restart This will restart the File Explorer process, which will close all folders related to the external disk drives. This will restart the File Explorer process , which will close all folders related to the external disk drives. restart the File Explorer process After this, you can use the generic method mentioned earlier to safely remove the external device, and you should no longer encounter this error when removing it from your PC. After this, you can use the generic method mentioned earlier to safely remove the external device, and you should no longer encounter this error when removing it from your PC. generic method should no longer encounter this error Method 2: Eject External Disk Drives Using Windows Settings: If you want to try something different from the generic method, Windows 11 offers an option to remove connected external devices through Windows Settings . To learn how to do this, follow the instructions below. Windows 11 offers an option to remove connected external devices through Windows Settings Use the keyboard shortcut Winkey + I to launch Windows Settings. Then, go to the Bluetooth & Devices section. Use the keyboard shortcut Winkey + I to launch Windows Settings . Then, go to the Bluetooth & Devices section. keyboard shortcut Windows Settings Bluetooth & Devices Alternatively, you can directly access the Bluetooth & Devices options from the Device Ejection Menu. Alternatively, you can directly access the Bluetooth & Devices options from the Device Ejection Menu . Bluetooth & Devices Device Ejection Menu In the list of options, choose Devices. This will display all the connected external devices on your PC, such as a USB mouse, USB disk drive, USB SSD disk drive, and many more. In the list of options, choose Devices . This will display all the connected external devices on your PC, such as a USB mouse , USB disk drive , USB SSD disk drive , and many more. Devices connected external devices USB mouse USB disk drive USB SSD disk drive Now, you can see the 3 horizontal dots (…) at the end of the connected external device, and select the Remove device option. Now, you can see the 3 horizontal dots (…) at the end of the connected external device, and select the Remove device option. Remove device This option will instantly remove the connected external device from your Windows 11 PC. This option will instantly remove the connected external device from your Windows 11 PC. After doing this, you can directly remove or unplug the USB disk drive from your PC, and it won’t affect both of your devices. Method 3: Eject External USB or Disk Drives From the Device Manager: You can use this method if your external devices become corrupted and Windows is unable to safely remove the external devices connected to your PC. external devices become corrupted Windows is unable to safely remove the external devices Open the Device Manager window using the keyboard shortcut: Winkey + X & choose the Device Manager from the list. Open the Device Manager window using the keyboard shortcut: Winkey + X & choose the Device Manager from the list. Device Manager window Open Device Manager from Winkey + X Shortcut Now, you need to expand the Disk Drives option from the list to view all the connected external disk drives. Choose the connected external device; in my case, the device name is “Seagate Expansion SCSI Disk Device“ Now, you need to expand the Disk Drives option from the list to view all the connected external disk drives. Now, you need to expand the Disk Drives option from the list to view all the connected external disk drives . expand the Disk Drives option connected external disk drives Choose the connected external device; in my case, the device name is “Seagate Expansion SCSI Disk Device“ Choose the connected external device; in my case, the device name is “ Seagate Expansion SCSI Disk Device “ Seagate Expansion SCSI Disk Device Expanding Disk Drive options from Device Manager Then, you need to right-click on the device name and choose the option Uninstall Device. A prompt will appear on your screen, asking you to uninstall the connected external device, as shown in the gif below. Then, you need to right-click on the device name and choose the option Uninstall Device. Then, you need to right-click on the device name and choose the option Uninstall Device . Uninstall Device A prompt will appear on your screen, asking you to uninstall the connected external device, as shown in the gif below. A prompt will appear on your screen, asking you to uninstall the connected external device , as shown in the gif below. prompt will appear uninstall the connected external device Now, you can unplug the connected external devices. Now, you can unplug the connected external devices. Take Away: By following the steps, you can ensure that your external SSD , HDD , or USB drive is safely removed from your Windows 11 PC without causing any potential damage. Whether you’re using the generic method or Windows Settings , it’s essential to properly eject your external devices to avoid errors or data corruption. external SSD HDD USB drive generic method Windows Settings Always remember to use the “Safely Remove Hardware” option for long-term protection of your external drives and data. Always remember “Safely Remove Hardware” option

How to Eject a USB or External SSD/HDD in Windows 11?

Primer on Large Language Model (LLM) Inference Optimizations: 2. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) Accelerators

Primer on Large Language Model (LLM) Inference Optimizations: 2. Úvod do akcelerátorů umělé inteligence (AI)

Introducción a las optimizaciones de inferencia de modelos de lenguaje grandes (LLM): 2. Introducción a los aceleradores de inteligencia artificial (IA)

Manual sobre as optimizacións de inferencia do modelo de linguaxe grande (LLM): 2. Introdución aos aceleradores de intelixencia artificial (IA)

वृहद भाषा मॉडल (एलएलएम) अनुमान अनुकूलन पर प्राइमर: 2. कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता (एआई) त्वरक का परिचय

Introduzione alle ottimizzazioni dell'inferenza del Large Language Model (LLM): 2. Introduzione agli acceleratori dell'intelligenza artificiale (IA)

大規模言語モデル (LLM) 推論最適化入門: 2. 人工知能 (AI) アクセラレータの概要

Primer on Large Language Model (LLM) დასკვნის ოპტიმიზაცია: 2. შესავალი ხელოვნური ინტელექტის (AI) ამაჩქარებლებში

Үлкен тілдік үлгідегі (LLM) қорытындыны оңтайландырудағы праймер: 2. Жасанды интеллект (AI) үдеткіштеріне кіріспе

Том хэлний загвар (LLM) дүгнэлтийг оновчтой болгох праймер: 2. Хиймэл оюун ухаан (AI) хурдасгуурын танилцуулга

Horudhac ku saabsan Qaabka Luqadda Weyn (LLM) Kordhinta Farshaxanka: 2. Horudhaca Sirdoonka Artificial (AI) Dardariyeyaasha

Primer on Large Language Model (LLM) Inference Optimizations: 2. Panimula sa Artificial Intelligence (AI) Accelerators

Sách nhập môn về Tối ưu hóa suy luận mô hình ngôn ngữ lớn (LLM): 2. Giới thiệu về bộ tăng tốc trí tuệ nhân tạo (AI)

Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links; I may receive compensation if you purchase the book from the different links provided in this post. This review is about DuckDB in Action by JoMark Needham, Michael Hunger, and Michael Simons from Manning. The book was sent to me by Michael Simons. He asked for my feedback: I changed my reading schedule, took a few months, and here it is. Facts 10 chapters
288 pages
$33.59 (eBook) Note that MotherDuck, the company behind DuckDB, offers a free PDF copy. Chapters An introduction to DuckDB
Getting started with DuckDB
Executing SQL queries
Advanced aggregation and analysis of data
Exploring data without persistence
Integrating with the Python ecosystem
DuckDB in the cloud with MotherDuck
Building data pipelines with DuckDB
Building and deploying data apps
Performance considerations for large datasets
Conclusion The book takes a step-by-step approach, starting from the basics of DuckDB and SQL. Pros and Cons After the mandatory section about introducing DuckDB and installing it, the book explains SQL. At first, I admit I thought that the book was for newbies, as it explained things as simple as JOIN. However, the chapter afterwards explained Common Table Expressions and built complex queries upon them. I like how the authors describe DuckDB in its "natural environment", i.e., how it integrates into different ecosystems, such as Python's Pandas and Apache Spark. In addition, a complete appendix section focuses on DuckDB in Java. Finally, the authors dedicate a section to MotherDuck, a DuckDB cloud provider. Conclusion My thoughts on the book are a bit divided. On one side, it tries to explain DuckDB itself and its integration in different environments. On the other hand, it teaches regular and advanced SQL, which users of an SQL database product should know IMHO. The book can't decide between a Learn SQL with DuckDB approach and a DuckDB in Action one. The role of a book editor is to help authors make hard decisions. It feels as if this one didn't want to stop the authors' enthusiasm and couldn't bring themselves to rein them in. Don't get me wrong: the book is great and can teach you a lot, but it could have been better with more focus. Originally published on A Java Geek on November 2nd, 2024 Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links; I may receive compensation if you purchase the book from the different links provided in this post. This review is about DuckDB in Action by JoMark Needham, Michael Hunger, and Michael Simons from Manning. DuckDB in Action The book was sent to me by Michael Simons . He asked for my feedback: I changed my reading schedule, took a few months, and here it is. Michael Simons Facts 10 chapters 288 pages $33.59 (eBook) 10 chapters 288 pages $33.59 (eBook) Note that MotherDuck, the company behind DuckDB, offers a free PDF copy . free PDF copy Chapters An introduction to DuckDB Getting started with DuckDB Executing SQL queries Advanced aggregation and analysis of data Exploring data without persistence Integrating with the Python ecosystem DuckDB in the cloud with MotherDuck Building data pipelines with DuckDB Building and deploying data apps Performance considerations for large datasets Conclusion An introduction to DuckDB Getting started with DuckDB Executing SQL queries Advanced aggregation and analysis of data Exploring data without persistence Integrating with the Python ecosystem DuckDB in the cloud with MotherDuck Building data pipelines with DuckDB Building and deploying data apps Performance considerations for large datasets Conclusion The book takes a step-by-step approach, starting from the basics of DuckDB and SQL. and Pros and Cons After the mandatory section about introducing DuckDB and installing it, the book explains SQL. At first, I admit I thought that the book was for newbies, as it explained things as simple as JOIN . However, the chapter afterwards explained Common Table Expressions and built complex queries upon them. JOIN I like how the authors describe DuckDB in its "natural environment", i.e. , how it integrates into different ecosystems, such as Python's Pandas and Apache Spark. In addition, a complete appendix section focuses on DuckDB in Java. Finally, the authors dedicate a section to MotherDuck, a DuckDB cloud provider. i.e. Conclusion My thoughts on the book are a bit divided. On one side, it tries to explain DuckDB itself and its integration in different environments. On the other hand, it teaches regular and advanced SQL, which users of an SQL database product should know IMHO. The book can't decide between a Learn SQL with DuckDB approach and a DuckDB in Action one. The role of a book editor is to help authors make hard decisions. It feels as if this one didn't want to stop the authors' enthusiasm and couldn't bring themselves to rein them in. Don't get me wrong: the book is great and can teach you a lot, but it could have been better with more focus. Originally published on A Java Geek on November 2nd, 2024 Originally published on A Java Geek on November 2nd, 2024 A Java Geek

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On the eve of January 9th, 2009, Satoshi Nakamoto published the version 0.1 code for Bitcoin software on Sourceforge and launched the network by defining the genesis block of Bitcoin (block 0). I’d like to think that anyone who understood this technology early on would have bought into the hype train pretty quickly. I mean, who wouldn’t be intrigued by the idea of digital money? By promising to empower true peer-to-peer interactions—no middlemen, no banks, no “big brother”—Satoshi’s open-source design welcomed everyone to be part of a network that no single person or entity could own or control. When we view this technology over the long run, it has lived up to its seemingly lofty promises. At the risk of sounding too passionate, it is restorative, reconstructive, and even revolutionary. This technology has led to countless innovations. From the smart contracts and the proof-of-stake functionality of Ethereum to the proof-of-stake mechanism on Solana, to newer blockchains in the Cosmos ecosystem (including Injective, Atom, Celestia, etc.) all growing rapidly and becoming more interconnected. Built on these different blockchains are several products, including games, DeFi (Decentralized Finance), lending and borrowing protocols, NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), RWAs (Real World Assets), and many more. One of the latest protocols to launch on the Bitcoin ecosystem, and one that has quickly made waves across the entire crypto space, is the Rune Protocol. The foundation for Rune’s development is closely tied to the rise of the Ordinals protocol. Since Ordinals was introduced, the DeFi ecosystem on Bitcoin has experienced marked growth, paving the way for fungible tokens. What are Runes? Casey Rodarmor, driven by his passion for innovation, was the force behind the creation of the Ordinals protocol. In September 2023, he took his vision further by developing Rune. His goal was to revolutionize the way fungible tokens were issued and controlled directly on the Bitcoin blockchain. In an interview on the Bankless YouTube channel, Casey highlighted that establishing a robust fungible token protocol for Bitcoin could greatly expand its user base, attract more developers, and boost transaction fee revenue. DeFi revolves around fungible tokens. Fungible tokens are digital assets that can be exchanged for other digital assets. They are used to facilitate lending, borrowing, and decentralized exchanges. Although Bitcoin provides a safe, decentralized base for the development of DeFi applications, Ethereum leads in the DeFi department due to its flexibility in the creation of tokens. For fungible tokens, however, the core architecture of Bitcoin poses a problem (taking Omni Layer as an example where the complicated structure of the system is increased by the system’s reliance on extra layers constructed on top of Bitcoin). With Runes, on the other hand, there’s a significant shift as they enhance direct token operations by leveraging the Bitcoin blockchain itself. The Runes protocol is built on a UTXO-based (Unspent Transaction Outputs) foundation that facilitates a more minute transaction management and is consistent with Bitcoin’s original design. How does the Rune Protocol work? Runes are the basic units representing fungible tokens at the center of the protocol. In solid contrast to Ethereum’s ERC-20 standard, the Bitcoin UTXO system comes with Runes built in. Each Rune can be uniquely identified by its Rune ID, which also contains data regarding its value and current output. Three (3) concepts establish the framework of the Runes protocol, namely; 1. UTXOs 2. Runestones 3. OP_RETURN The protocol functions using a mechanism in which each transaction output represents unspent Bitcoin that can be used as input for a new transaction. The protocol utilizes this model to embed data about token creation and transfers directly within Bitcoin transactions. It is totally unlike Ethereum’s account-based system; that’s where the UTXO model comes in. The OP_RETURN function is a Bitcoin opcode that makes it possible to include data in a transaction without compromising its legitimacy. This data, which is just 80 bytes long, contains details regarding the etching and transfer of tokens as well as other features. In contrast to standard Bitcoin transactions, which involve sending currency, OP_RETURN is intended to attach additional data. It is not possible to spend the coins within this output normally. The use case for the OP_RETURN function is wide and cannot be streamlined to runes protocol alone, developers use it to; - Timestamp documents - Store small bits of game data - Embed messages, and of course - Create tokens on Bitcoin Although the main objective of Bitcoin is safe financial transactions, OP_RETURN adds a little flexibility to the platform as it enables the permanent recording of minute amounts of data on the blockchain without obstructing its primary function. The messages that are encoded within transactions using OP_RETURN are called Runestones. These encoded messages include information on the precise operations being carried out with a Rune token, including; adding new units, moving current ones, or destroying them. There are three types of these encoded messages (Runestones) namely; Etching: This describes the origin of a new Rune token. It includes specifications such as the initial supply, divisibility, token name, and symbol.
Transfer:  This type of Runestone carries the Rune ID, output number, and the amount to be transferred.
Burn: This type of runestone deliberately destroys a certain number of Runes. It is very helpful in controlling the supply of the token. Runestones are key components in the Rune lifecycle—from its creation to validation. Etching is described as a process of creating a fungible token using the Runes protocol. This major step involves designing a Bitcoin transaction with a special message (encoded using the OP_RETURN opcode). This Runestone serves as an origin for the new token, outlining its salient attributes that include; - A unique name - A recognizable Symbol - Divisibility - Initial Supply After miners have validated and processed a transaction containing etched Runestone, a new Rune token is created and stored in the transaction’s allocated output. Also, another thing to note about the etching process is its permission and compatibility for pre-mining process in which a certain number of the Runes are allocated to the creator’s wallet before they are minted. The transfer of a freshly etched Rune token is carried out by a specialized Runestone known as the transfer Runestone. The message stored in the transfer Runestone for a new Bitcoin transaction highlights the specifics of the move. The attributes that are stored in transfer Runestone include; - The Rune's identity - It helps to identify the exact Rune token being transferred by including its unique ID. - The Current location on the Bitcoin blockchain where the Runes currently reside - The New destination for the Rune token (usually a destination Bitcoin address) - The amount of Rune tokens being transferred The specified quantity of Runes travels to the destination Bitcoin address automatically as soon as miners approve this transaction. The Runes protocol prides itself in its security and this makes it beautiful, and like any working system, the protocol has inbuilt check and balance system to ensure everything runs smoothly. The gatekeepers in the Bitcoin network are the miners and the nodes, who verify every transaction including Runestones. They guarantee that; - Runes aren’t duplicated - Runes aren’t unexpectedly destroyed - Runes follow their designated path In the case of any mishap of a Runestone, for example, an invalid encoding or a missed output, the transaction would get flagged as invalid. To sort this out, Cenotaphs are required. Cenotaphs basically burn/destroy Runes. They act as a deterrent for sloppy UTXO management. This mechanism encourages the conscious and meticulous use of Runes. In conclusion, the introduction of the Runes protocol has upgraded DeFi in the Bitcoin ecosystem and has significantly reduced the entire blockchain bloat. Unlike other token solutions that create tiny, unspendable outputs, Runes focuses on integration with Bitcoin’s UTXO system, and by the reduction of these unspendable outputs, it keeps the blockchain leaner. The Runes protocol represents a major shift in the interaction possibilities of fungible tokens and the Bitcoin network. It also represents how far we have come from Satoshi’s first line of code- Which will undoubtedly bring a smile to his face. On the eve of January 9th, 2009, Satoshi Nakamoto published the version 0.1 code for Bitcoin software on Sourceforge and launched the network by defining the genesis block of Bitcoin (block 0). I’d like to think that anyone who understood this technology early on would have bought into the hype train pretty quickly. I mean, who wouldn’t be intrigued by the idea of digital money? By promising to empower true peer-to-peer interactions—no middlemen, no banks, no “big brother”—Satoshi’s open-source design welcomed everyone to be part of a network that no single person or entity could own or control. When we view this technology over the long run, it has lived up to its seemingly lofty promises. At the risk of sounding too passionate, it is restorative, reconstructive, and even revolutionary. This technology has led to countless innovations. From the smart contracts and the proof-of-stake functionality of Ethereum to the proof-of-stake mechanism on Solana, to newer blockchains in the Cosmos ecosystem (including Injective, Atom, Celestia, etc.) all growing rapidly and becoming more interconnected. Built on these different blockchains are several products, including games, DeFi (Decentralized Finance), lending and borrowing protocols, NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), RWAs (Real World Assets), and many more. One of the latest protocols to launch on the Bitcoin ecosystem, and one that has quickly made waves across the entire crypto space, is the Rune Protocol. The foundation for Rune’s development is closely tied to the rise of the Ordinals protocol. Since Ordinals was introduced, the DeFi ecosystem on Bitcoin has experienced marked growth, paving the way for fungible tokens. What are Runes? What are Runes? Casey Rodarmor, driven by his passion for innovation, was the force behind the creation of the Ordinals protocol. In September 2023, he took his vision further by developing Rune. His goal was to revolutionize the way fungible tokens were issued and controlled directly on the Bitcoin blockchain. In an interview on the Bankless YouTube channel, Casey highlighted that establishing a robust fungible token protocol for Bitcoin could greatly expand its user base, attract more developers, and boost transaction fee revenue. DeFi revolves around fungible tokens. Fungible tokens are digital assets that can be exchanged for other digital assets. They are used to facilitate lending, borrowing, and decentralized exchanges. Although Bitcoin provides a safe, decentralized base for the development of DeFi applications, Ethereum leads in the DeFi department due to its flexibility in the creation of tokens. For fungible tokens, however, the core architecture of Bitcoin poses a problem (taking Omni Layer as an example where the complicated structure of the system is increased by the system’s reliance on extra layers constructed on top of Bitcoin). With Runes, on the other hand, there’s a significant shift as they enhance direct token operations by leveraging the Bitcoin blockchain itself. The Runes protocol is built on a UTXO-based (Unspent Transaction Outputs) foundation that facilitates a more minute transaction management and is consistent with Bitcoin’s original design. How does the Rune Protocol work? How does the Rune Protocol work? Runes are the basic units representing fungible tokens at the center of the protocol. In solid contrast to Ethereum’s ERC-20 standard, the Bitcoin UTXO system comes with Runes built in. Each Rune can be uniquely identified by its Rune ID, which also contains data regarding its value and current output. Three (3) concepts establish the framework of the Runes protocol, namely; 1. UTXOs 2. Runestones 3. OP_RETURN The protocol functions using a mechanism in which each transaction output represents unspent Bitcoin that can be used as input for a new transaction. The protocol utilizes this model to embed data about token creation and transfers directly within Bitcoin transactions. It is totally unlike Ethereum’s account-based system; that’s where the UTXO model comes in. The OP_RETURN function is a Bitcoin opcode that makes it possible to include data in a transaction without compromising its legitimacy. This data, which is just 80 bytes long, contains details regarding the etching and transfer of tokens as well as other features. In contrast to standard Bitcoin transactions, which involve sending currency, OP_RETURN is intended to attach additional data. It is not possible to spend the coins within this output normally. The use case for the OP_RETURN function is wide and cannot be streamlined to runes protocol alone, developers use it to; - Timestamp documents - Store small bits of game data - Embed messages, and of course - Create tokens on Bitcoin Although the main objective of Bitcoin is safe financial transactions, OP_RETURN adds a little flexibility to the platform as it enables the permanent recording of minute amounts of data on the blockchain without obstructing its primary function. The messages that are encoded within transactions using OP_RETURN are called Runestones. These encoded messages include information on the precise operations being carried out with a Rune token, including; adding new units, moving current ones, or destroying them. There are three types of these encoded messages (Runestones) namely; Etching: This describes the origin of a new Rune token. It includes specifications such as the initial supply, divisibility, token name, and symbol. Transfer:  This type of Runestone carries the Rune ID, output number, and the amount to be transferred. Burn: This type of runestone deliberately destroys a certain number of Runes. It is very helpful in controlling the supply of the token. Etching : This describes the origin of a new Rune token. It includes specifications such as the initial supply, divisibility, token name, and symbol. Etching Transfer :  This type of Runestone carries the Rune ID, output number, and the amount to be transferred. Transfer Burn : This type of runestone deliberately destroys a certain number of Runes. It is very helpful in controlling the supply of the token. Burn Runestones are key components in the Rune lifecycle—from its creation to validation. Etching is described as a process of creating a fungible token using the Runes protocol. This major step involves designing a Bitcoin transaction with a special message (encoded using the OP_RETURN opcode). This Runestone serves as an origin for the new token, outlining its salient attributes that include; Etching - A unique name - A recognizable Symbol - Divisibility - Initial Supply After miners have validated and processed a transaction containing etched Runestone, a new Rune token is created and stored in the transaction’s allocated output. Also, another thing to note about the etching process is its permission and compatibility for pre-mining process in which a certain number of the Runes are allocated to the creator’s wallet before they are minted. The transfer of a freshly etched Rune token is carried out by a specialized Runestone known as the transfer Runestone . The message stored in the transfer Runestone for a new Bitcoin transaction highlights the specifics of the move. The attributes that are stored in transfer Runestone include; transfer Runestone - The Rune's identity - It helps to identify the exact Rune token being transferred by including its unique ID. - The Current location on the Bitcoin blockchain where the Runes currently reside - The New destination for the Rune token (usually a destination Bitcoin address) - The amount of Rune tokens being transferred The specified quantity of Runes travels to the destination Bitcoin address automatically as soon as miners approve this transaction. The Runes protocol prides itself in its security and this makes it beautiful, and like any working system, the protocol has inbuilt check and balance system to ensure everything runs smoothly. The gatekeepers in the Bitcoin network are the miners and the nodes, who verify every transaction including Runestones. They guarantee that; - Runes aren’t duplicated - Runes aren’t unexpectedly destroyed - Runes follow their designated path In the case of any mishap of a Runestone, for example, an invalid encoding or a missed output, the transaction would get flagged as invalid. To sort this out, Cenotaphs are required. Cenotaphs basically burn/destroy Runes. They act as a deterrent for sloppy UTXO management. This mechanism encourages the conscious and meticulous use of Runes. In conclusion, the introduction of the Runes protocol has upgraded DeFi in the Bitcoin ecosystem and has significantly reduced the entire blockchain bloat. Unlike other token solutions that create tiny, unspendable outputs, Runes focuses on integration with Bitcoin’s UTXO system, and by the reduction of these unspendable outputs, it keeps the blockchain leaner. The Runes protocol represents a major shift in the interaction possibilities of fungible tokens and the Bitcoin network. It also represents how far we have come from Satoshi’s first line of code- Which will undoubtedly bring a smile to his face.

Understanding Runes: A Breakthrough for Fungible Tokens on Bitcoin

HackerNoon is back with Startups of The Week - the weekly series in which we highlight a list of notable startups from our Startups of The Year database. All these startups have been nominated as one of the best in their respective category or region. This week we’re introducing WanderlusTea, Coffee Resurrect, and Unbench. Want to be nominated for HackerNoon’s Startups of The Year? Learn how here. Meet Startups of The Week WanderlusTea WanderlusTea is a consultancy that focuses on supporting tea businesses to establish their operations as well as enhance their product placements and services across Europe. Founded by a passionate tea professional, WanderlusTea aims to shift the market perception of tea by providing knowledge and guidance to companies as well as interested individuals. Based in Hasselt, Belgium, the company has been deemed one of the best startups in the region, with additional nominations in Business Development, Consulting, and Leadership. Support WanderlusTea - Vote here! Coffee Resurrect Coffee Resurrect is the first industrial biotechnology startup that specializes in coffee upcycling by collecting waste from coffee bars and creating high-quality natural ingredients for personal care, nutraceuticals, and functional foods. COFFEE RESURRECT’s R&D continuously strives for innovations by utilizing spent coffee grounds. The company has been nominated as one of the best startups in Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, and Professional Services, and in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Support Coffee Resurrect - Vote here! Unbench Unbench is a B2B platform that provides IT companies with a united tech community. Focusing on five core aspects: Convenience, Transparency, Speed, Human, and Trust, Unbench connects renowned companies with skilled professionals, helping simplify the recruitment process. This company has been nominated as one of the best startups in Clearwater, Florida; with additional nominations in the categories of Messaging & Communications, IT Services, and Blogging. Support Unbench - Vote here! Featured Interview of The Week Do it like Unbench! Take advantage of your free Startups of The Year interview by creating your own business page on HackerNoon, and choose one of the following interview templates here. https://hackernoon.com/meet-unbench-startups-of-the-year-2024-nominee?embedable=true This time, we’re going to look further into the Emerging Tech Interview. This template helps you showcase how your company is uniquely positioned during this ever-evolving age. Reflect on and explore your entrepreneurship journey with lessons and achievements. Share tips on human resource management and customer retention on the way to success. Oh, and don’t forget to tell the world why they should vote for you in Startups of The Year! Here’s a quote from Unbench featured in their published interview, telling us why they decided to participate in Startups of The Year: Participating in HackerNoon’s Startups of the Year is an exciting opportunity for us to gain visibility within the global tech community. We hope to share our journey, learn from other innovators, and attract new clients and partners who can benefit from the Unbench platform. Being part of this initiative is also a great way for us to celebrate the hard work of our team and the progress we’ve made, while looking forward to the next stage of growth. Want to be featured on HackerNoon’s Startups of the Week? Share your startup's story - use this interview template.
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Your Evergreen Tech Company News Page Learn more about this package here. That will be all for today! Congrats to all the nominated startups, and best of luck with your Startups of The Year 2024 campaign! Catch y’all later hackers! The HackerNoon Team About HackerNoon’s Startups of The Year Startups of The Year 2024 is HackerNoon’s flagship community-driven event celebrating startups, technology, and the spirit of innovation. Currently in its third iteration, the prestigious Internet award recognizes and celebrates tech startups of all shapes and sizes. This year, over 150,000 entities across 4200+ cities, 6 continents, and 100+ industries will participate in a bid to be crowned the best startup of the year! Millions of votes have been cast over the past few years, and many storieshave been written about these daring and rising startups. The winners will get a free interview on HackerNoon and an Evergreen Tech Company News page. Visit our FAQ page to learn more. 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Seamlessly connect your data, teams, and customers in one easy-to-use scalable platform that grows with your business. Bright Data: Startups that leverage public web data can make faster, data-driven decisions, giving them a competitive edge. With Bright Data, businesses can grow from a small operation to an enterprise by harnessing insights at every stage. Algolia: Algolia NeuralSearch is the world's only combining powerful keyword and natural language processing in a single API. HackerNoon is back with Startups of The Week - the weekly series in which we highlight a list of notable startups from our Startups of The Year database . All these startups have been nominated as one of the best in their respective category or region. Startups of The Year database Startups of The Year database This week we’re introducing WanderlusTea , Coffee Resurrect , and Unbench . WanderlusTea Coffee Resurrect Unbench Want to be nominated for HackerNoon’s Startups of The Year? Learn how here. Want to be nominated for HackerNoon’s Startups of The Year? Learn how here . here here Meet Startups of The Week WanderlusTea WanderlusTea WanderlusTea is a consultancy that focuses on supporting tea businesses to establish their operations as well as enhance their product placements and services across Europe. Founded by a passionate tea professional, WanderlusTea aims to shift the market perception of tea by providing knowledge and guidance to companies as well as interested individuals. Based in Hasselt, Belgium , the company has been deemed one of the best startups in the region, with additional nominations in Business Development , Consulting , and Leadership . Hasselt, Belgium Hasselt, Belgium Business Development Business Development Consulting Consulting Leadership Leadership Support WanderlusTea - Vote here! Support WanderlusTea - Vote here! Support WanderlusTea - Vote here ! here here Coffee Resurrect Coffee Resurrect Coffee Resurrect is the first industrial biotechnology startup that specializes in coffee upcycling by collecting waste from coffee bars and creating high-quality natural ingredients for personal care, nutraceuticals, and functional foods. COFFEE RESURRECT’s R&D continuously strives for innovations by utilizing spent coffee grounds. The company has been nominated as one of the best startups in Manufacturing , Consumer Goods , and Professional Services , and in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia . Manufacturing Manufacturing Consumer Goods Consumer Goods Professional Services Professional Services Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Support Coffee Resurrect - Vote here! Support Coffee Resurrect - Vote here! Support Coffee Resurrect - Vote here ! here Unbench Unbench Unbench is a B2B platform that provides IT companies with a united tech community. Focusing on five core aspects: Convenience, Transparency, Speed, Human, and Trust, Unbench connects renowned companies with skilled professionals, helping simplify the recruitment process. This company has been nominated as one of the best startups in Clearwater, Florida ; with additional nominations in the categories of Messaging & Communications , IT Services , and Blogging . Clearwater, Florida Clearwater, Florida Messaging & Communications Messaging & Communications IT Services IT Services Blogging Blogging Support Unbench - Vote here! Support Unbench - Vote here! Support Unbench - Vote here ! here here Featured Interview of The Week Do it like Unbench ! Take advantage of your free Startups of The Year interview by creating your own business page on HackerNoon , and choose one of the following interview templates here . Unbench Unbench creating your own business page on HackerNoon creating your own business page on HackerNoon here here https://hackernoon.com/meet-unbench-startups-of-the-year-2024-nominee?embedable=true https://hackernoon.com/meet-unbench-startups-of-the-year-2024-nominee?embedable=true This time, we’re going to look further into the Emerging Tech Interview . This template helps you showcase how your company is uniquely positioned during this ever-evolving age. Reflect on and explore your entrepreneurship journey with lessons and achievements. Share tips on human resource management and customer retention on the way to success. Oh, and don’t forget to tell the world why they should vote for you in Startups of The Year! Emerging Tech Interview Emerging Tech Interview Here’s a quote from Unbench featured in their published interview, telling us why they decided to participate in Startups of The Year: Here’s a quote from Unbench featured in their published interview , telling us why they decided to participate in Startups of The Year: published interview published interview Participating in HackerNoon’s Startups of the Year is an exciting opportunity for us to gain visibility within the global tech community. We hope to share our journey, learn from other innovators, and attract new clients and partners who can benefit from the Unbench platform. Being part of this initiative is also a great way for us to celebrate the hard work of our team and the progress we’ve made, while looking forward to the next stage of growth. Participating in HackerNoon’s Startups of the Year is an exciting opportunity for us to gain visibility within the global tech community. We hope to share our journey, learn from other innovators, and attract new clients and partners who can benefit from the Unbench platform. Being part of this initiative is also a great way for us to celebrate the hard work of our team and the progress we’ve made, while looking forward to the next stage of growth. Participating in HackerNoon’s Startups of the Year is an exciting opportunity for us to gain visibility within the global tech community. We hope to share our journey, learn from other innovators, and attract new clients and partners who can benefit from the Unbench platform. Being part of this initiative is also a great way for us to celebrate the hard work of our team and the progress we’ve made, while looking forward to the next stage of growth. Want to be featured on HackerNoon’s Startups of the Week? Share your startup's story - use this interview template. Here’s how the 2023 nominees did it: Meetanshi, Sniper.xyz, Wallet Factory, Grownu Workforce Management System, Motif, Lightrun Want to be featured on HackerNoon’s Startups of the Week? Share your startup's story - use this interview template. Want to be featured on HackerNoon’s Startups of the Week? Share your startup's story - use this interview template . use this interview template use this interview template Here’s how the 2023 nominees did it: Meetanshi , Sniper.xyz , Wallet Factory , Grownu Workforce Management System , Motif , Lightrun Meetanshi Meetanshi Sniper.xyz Sniper.xyz Wallet Factory Wallet Factory Grownu Workforce Management System Grownu Workforce Management System Motif Motif Lightrun Lightrun Featured Startups Specials Package Make the most out of Startups of The Year! Create branding buzz and generate leads with HackerNoon’s specifically designed packages . Today we’re introducing the Content Marketing Package . 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In the previous article, I discussed the main preconditions that led me to implementing Domain-Driven Design (DDD) in a large legacy project. To provide context for the information in the upcoming articles, I will briefly outline here the core concepts of this methodology, explain why they are used, and describe the problems they solve. The term Domain-Driven Design (DDD) was first introduced by Eric Evans in his blue book, "Domain-Driven Design: Tackling Complexity in the Heart of Software", published in 2003. The approach and its ideas were supported by Martin Fowler, who wrote the foreword for Evans' book. Additionally, Martin Fowler's website features several articles on DDD. Although Eric Evans uses examples and code snippets in his book, he focuses more on theoretical justifications and discussions. Later, Vaughn Vernon's "Implementing Domain-Driven Design", published in 2013 with a foreword by Evans, also became popular. In my opinion, these two books are essential reads if you plan to implement DDD in your project. Despite containing valuable theoretical and practical information, you are likely to encounter challenges not fully covered in these books when implementing DDD in a specific project. This happened to me: after studying these books and numerous articles, I faced several situations during the implementation of DDD in our legacy project that I hadn't read about anywhere. That's why I decided to write a series of articles about my experience implementing this methodology in a large legacy project, sharing non-obvious challenges and solutions. Domain-Driven Design is not a specific software architecture or a strict set of rules but rather a collection of principles and ideas that help build a clear, scalable, and maintainable architecture in complex domains. The key aspect here is complex domains. Automating business processes is a technically challenging task, especially with additional requirements like performance, scalability, or availability. However, very often, the domain itself turns out to be extremely complex. This can involve a set of rules and regulations created by analysts or business experts or complex real-world processes. In all cases, if the domain is highly complex, the developer cannot avoid this complexity because it is part of the system's fundamental requirements. However, with the right approaches, we can reduce the complexity of individual parts of the application, organize it in a way that reduces cognitive load for developers, and separate business logic complexity from technical aspects. This is where DDD helps: the methodology reduces the overall complexity of the application and helps organize and structure the code to make it easier to maintain and extend. DDD offers both fundamental strategic ideas and tactical practices that allow you to achieve the overall strategic goals. Let's consider some strategic principles. Building a Domain Model In most cases, the domain that needs to be automated does not directly relate to computer technology, and the application's developers are not experts in that domain. Therefore, DDD suggests starting with creating a model of the domain. You need to work closely with domain experts to create a carefully selected and deliberately simplified knowledge set of the domain. You don't need to create the most realistic or detailed model, as delving into a complex domain can take too much time. You need to create a model sufficient for simulating the domain while reflecting the nuances of how it works. At this stage, developers often lean towards data models or framework models, often starting with database tables. This is not the right approach. At this point, we need to understand how the domain works, how experts think about and discuss it, what terms they use, and how they visualize the domain's objects. Developers need to immerse themselves in the rules and invariants of the domain, abstracting from future methods of storing information and possible ways of implementing the model. A metaphor for this principle could be a family tree. You may know individual people in your family tree, know what they do, what their names are, and where they live, but to understand family relationships more accurately, it is better to build a visual tree and explicitly denote the connections. Such a model will focus specifically on family connections and may not be as useful in other everyday matters, but it accurately reflects the relationships between people. Ubiquitous Language Another obstacle adding unnecessary complexity to a project can be the use of different terms and expressions by developers and domain experts. If this happens, developers must "translate" words from one language to another in each conversation with experts and during the implementation of new tasks. This slows down the process and can lead to inaccurate modeling of domain objects, as some information gets lost in translation. It's important to stay in close contact with the business and use consistent terms both in communication and the domain model. Don't forget about documentation and tests—they should also use a common language and terms. This principle is quite obvious, as are the benefits of adhering to it. However, in practice, building a ubiquitous language may not happen quickly or easily. Some terms may not be fully defined at the business level, and sometimes the business simplifies terms when assigning tasks. Experts often use domain words so frequently that they don't realize their specificity. Using technical terms instead of domain terms may seem easier for developers at first, as it eliminates the need for additional communication with the business. This requires discipline and a shared understanding of the principle's importance across the team. Only through constant discussions will it be possible to truly build a shared language for communication. Model-Driven Design Once the analytical domain model is created, it can be translated into code and the application's architecture. The Model-Driven Design principle suggests building the architectural model as close as possible to the analytical one, minimizing the gap between them so that both models reflect the same goals and approaches. For long-term support projects, it's important not only to initially transfer the abstract model into code correctly but also to synchronize all future changes with both the analytical model and the application's architecture. In Model-Driven Design, development follows the model, guiding changes and ensuring that each new decision aligns with the logic and structure of the system laid out in the domain model. This also reduces overall system complexity, as there is no need for complicated conversions between the analytical model and the application model in the code. A metaphor for this principle could be an architect's blueprint and the subsequently built building. The architect's project outlines the analytical model of the future building: how it should look, what elements it should contain, and why. The building should then be constructed as closely as possible to the original design. Any new changes to the project should be reflected in the real structure, and implementation constraints, in turn, should influence the architectural project. Domain Model Isolation Software development involves many technically complex tasks and approaches. Even without business logic from a specific domain, we deal with highly abstract programming languages, various databases, complex data formats, and different frameworks. To separate this technical complexity from the domain complexity, DDD suggests isolating the domain layer from all other layers. This allows for more focused attention on each layer. Separate layers simplify maintenance and architecture formation, as each layer can use the most appropriate approaches. This also reduces cognitive load on developers, as encapsulated logic enables them to focus on one layer or their integration at any given time. Bounded Contexts Another method of reducing the complexity of domain components is to divide a large domain into several parts, into subdomains or bounded contexts. The idea is that certain components and models may repeat in different contexts but may have different names, properties, and business logic in different subdomains. In some contexts, certain entities may only be available for reading. With such division, changes to the model in one context may not even lead to changes in other contexts. Depending on the business importance of the contexts, a specific hierarchy and interaction methods may also be established between them. All of this further structures the application's code and makes it easier to work with each component individually. These are the main strategic approaches used in the Domain-Driven Design methodology. These ideas lay the foundational principles for working with complex domains. In the next article, I will discuss the tactical and more practical principles in more detail. In the previous article , I discussed the main preconditions that led me to implementing Domain-Driven Design (DDD) in a large legacy project. To provide context for the information in the upcoming articles, I will briefly outline here the core concepts of this methodology, explain why they are used, and describe the problems they solve. the previous article The term Domain-Driven Design (DDD) was first introduced by Eric Evans in his blue book, "Domain-Driven Design: Tackling Complexity in the Heart of Software", published in 2003. The approach and its ideas were supported by Martin Fowler, who wrote the foreword for Evans' book. Additionally, Martin Fowler's website features several articles on DDD. Although Eric Evans uses examples and code snippets in his book, he focuses more on theoretical justifications and discussions. Later, Vaughn Vernon's "Implementing Domain-Driven Design", published in 2013 with a foreword by Evans, also became popular. In my opinion, these two books are essential reads if you plan to implement DDD in your project. Despite containing valuable theoretical and practical information, you are likely to encounter challenges not fully covered in these books when implementing DDD in a specific project. This happened to me: after studying these books and numerous articles, I faced several situations during the implementation of DDD in our legacy project that I hadn't read about anywhere. That's why I decided to write a series of articles about my experience implementing this methodology in a large legacy project, sharing non-obvious challenges and solutions. Domain-Driven Design is not a specific software architecture or a strict set of rules but rather a collection of principles and ideas that help build a clear, scalable, and maintainable architecture in complex domains. The key aspect here is complex domains. Automating business processes is a technically challenging task, especially with additional requirements like performance, scalability, or availability. However, very often, the domain itself turns out to be extremely complex. This can involve a set of rules and regulations created by analysts or business experts or complex real-world processes. In all cases, if the domain is highly complex, the developer cannot avoid this complexity because it is part of the system's fundamental requirements. However, with the right approaches, we can reduce the complexity of individual parts of the application, organize it in a way that reduces cognitive load for developers, and separate business logic complexity from technical aspects. This is where DDD helps: the methodology reduces the overall complexity of the application and helps organize and structure the code to make it easier to maintain and extend. DDD offers both fundamental strategic ideas and tactical practices that allow you to achieve the overall strategic goals. Let's consider some strategic principles. Building a Domain Model In most cases, the domain that needs to be automated does not directly relate to computer technology, and the application's developers are not experts in that domain. Therefore, DDD suggests starting with creating a model of the domain. You need to work closely with domain experts to create a carefully selected and deliberately simplified knowledge set of the domain. You don't need to create the most realistic or detailed model, as delving into a complex domain can take too much time. You need to create a model sufficient for simulating the domain while reflecting the nuances of how it works. At this stage, developers often lean towards data models or framework models, often starting with database tables. This is not the right approach. At this point, we need to understand how the domain works, how experts think about and discuss it, what terms they use, and how they visualize the domain's objects. Developers need to immerse themselves in the rules and invariants of the domain, abstracting from future methods of storing information and possible ways of implementing the model. A metaphor for this principle could be a family tree. You may know individual people in your family tree, know what they do, what their names are, and where they live, but to understand family relationships more accurately, it is better to build a visual tree and explicitly denote the connections. Such a model will focus specifically on family connections and may not be as useful in other everyday matters, but it accurately reflects the relationships between people. Ubiquitous Language Another obstacle adding unnecessary complexity to a project can be the use of different terms and expressions by developers and domain experts. If this happens, developers must "translate" words from one language to another in each conversation with experts and during the implementation of new tasks. This slows down the process and can lead to inaccurate modeling of domain objects, as some information gets lost in translation. It's important to stay in close contact with the business and use consistent terms both in communication and the domain model. Don't forget about documentation and tests—they should also use a common language and terms. This principle is quite obvious, as are the benefits of adhering to it. However, in practice, building a ubiquitous language may not happen quickly or easily. Some terms may not be fully defined at the business level, and sometimes the business simplifies terms when assigning tasks. Experts often use domain words so frequently that they don't realize their specificity. Using technical terms instead of domain terms may seem easier for developers at first, as it eliminates the need for additional communication with the business. This requires discipline and a shared understanding of the principle's importance across the team. Only through constant discussions will it be possible to truly build a shared language for communication. Model-Driven Design Once the analytical domain model is created, it can be translated into code and the application's architecture. The Model-Driven Design principle suggests building the architectural model as close as possible to the analytical one, minimizing the gap between them so that both models reflect the same goals and approaches. For long-term support projects, it's important not only to initially transfer the abstract model into code correctly but also to synchronize all future changes with both the analytical model and the application's architecture. In Model-Driven Design, development follows the model, guiding changes and ensuring that each new decision aligns with the logic and structure of the system laid out in the domain model. This also reduces overall system complexity, as there is no need for complicated conversions between the analytical model and the application model in the code. A metaphor for this principle could be an architect's blueprint and the subsequently built building. The architect's project outlines the analytical model of the future building: how it should look, what elements it should contain, and why. The building should then be constructed as closely as possible to the original design. Any new changes to the project should be reflected in the real structure, and implementation constraints, in turn, should influence the architectural project. Domain Model Isolation Software development involves many technically complex tasks and approaches. Even without business logic from a specific domain, we deal with highly abstract programming languages, various databases, complex data formats, and different frameworks. To separate this technical complexity from the domain complexity, DDD suggests isolating the domain layer from all other layers. This allows for more focused attention on each layer. Separate layers simplify maintenance and architecture formation, as each layer can use the most appropriate approaches. This also reduces cognitive load on developers, as encapsulated logic enables them to focus on one layer or their integration at any given time. Bounded Contexts Another method of reducing the complexity of domain components is to divide a large domain into several parts, into subdomains or bounded contexts. The idea is that certain components and models may repeat in different contexts but may have different names, properties, and business logic in different subdomains. In some contexts, certain entities may only be available for reading. With such division, changes to the model in one context may not even lead to changes in other contexts. Depending on the business importance of the contexts, a specific hierarchy and interaction methods may also be established between them. All of this further structures the application's code and makes it easier to work with each component individually. These are the main strategic approaches used in the Domain-Driven Design methodology. These ideas lay the foundational principles for working with complex domains. In the next article , I will discuss the tactical and more practical principles in more detail. the next article

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