Software Development

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fheroes2: Open Source Heroes II Engine

fheroes2 rebuilds the Heroes of Might and Magic II engine from scratch in C++, shipping source code only while you supply the original game’s data files.

October 25, 2026 8 min read
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Why Ambitious Software Projects Fail

Dan Luu argues the cost of ambitious software fell but our mental price tags did not, using pgrust’s Postgres rewrite to show what deep attempts surface.

October 25, 2026 10 min read
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Rust LSP Low Memory: Swap Language Servers

Rust Glancer offers a low-memory LSP alternative to rust-analyzer. Measure RSS and PSS, probe capabilities, and weigh the trade-offs before switching.

October 25, 2026 10 min read
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Fast Integer Multiplication Algorithm

Harvey and van der Hoeven’s 2019 proof gives fast integer multiplication in O(n log n) time, yet shipped big-integer code still ignores it. Here is why.

October 22, 2026 11 min read
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PHP 8.x Emergency RCE Patch

PHP shipped emergency fixes for two critical RCE flaws rated CVSS 9.2. Details leaked early, so patch supported 8.x branches and inventory runtimes now.

October 21, 2026 8 min read
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Windbreaker Jacket Fall 2026 Trends

Discover how windbreaker jackets are evolving into fashion staples, technical features to consider, and styling tips for fall 2026 fashion trends.

October 11, 2026 13 min read
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How Large Is a Git Commit?

Learn about the typical size of Git commits, how commit size is measured, and what the data reveals about developer practices and repository growth.

October 11, 2026 11 min read
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Schneider Electric’s $22.6 Billion

Explore Schneider Electric’s $22.6 billion acquisition of PTC, building a comprehensive digital thread for industrial AI and energy management solutions.

October 11, 2026 10 min read
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Why is DuckDB 2.0 Faster?

Discover how DuckDB 2.0’s performance improvements enable faster database queries and advanced features for data analysis and storage optimization.

October 10, 2026 8 min read
A retro computer surrounded by books, evoking the era when Donald Knuth began offering reward checks for errors in The Art of Computer Programming

What Is the Knuth Reward Check and Its Value

Discover the history, mechanics, and cultural impact of Knuth reward checks, the iconic system that incentivizes error reporting in computer science literature.

October 10, 2026 10 min read
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F1 Singapore Qualifying Results

Analyze the latest Singapore F1 qualifying results, highlighting key performances, track conditions, and implications for the upcoming race.

October 10, 2026 8 min read
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How to Build Observability Tools

Learn best practices for building observability tools with OpenTelemetry, supporting native data export, and integrating with diverse observability platforms.

October 9, 2026 10 min read