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Tell HN: Man, AI is killing my brain

I was among the last to resist, but then I was given a subtle hint that if I won't "improve my productivity and be on par with my colleagues" my work will be at risk. So I started to use Claude Code about a year ago. At first, I'd give it small tasks, review every line it wrote, opened a proper PR, review again, ask questions, ask it to fix stuff I don't like.But I saw that my colleagues were shipping more, and so I started to ease on my reviews. At first, I would push s

Highest-ever ocean temperature measured as powerful El Niño forms

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Defrag98: Windows 98 Disk Defragmenter Simulator Online

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Hy4 preview

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How I built a one-tap &quot;travel mode&quot; that locks down my Android when I&#039;m at the airport

Large airports are a potential security nightmare. There are random, unfamiliar Wi-Fi networks everywhere, charging ports that could be compromised, and more people than you could ever hope to count. I'm also basically always in a rush when I'm in an airport.

Domain-Driven Agents

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Warp builds self-improving agents on Claude

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Functional State Machines in Rust: Typestate and Newtype Patterns

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3 bone-chilling Paramount+ thrillers to watch this weekend (August 28-30)

Sometimes you want to laugh, sometimes you want to cry, and sometimes you want a movie so intense that you grip the arm of your couch so hard you nearly rip the upholstery off. If the Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Song Yadong UFC fight on Saturday isn't the kind of thrill you're after, these three thriller movies on Paramount+ might do the trick.

Screenwriting 101: Frances Marion

&#x201C;It is true, of course, in an important sense, that a character exists only in his emotions and sensations. Without the expression of&#x2026;Continue reading on Go Into The Story »

The Internet Is Kind of a Predatory Cesspit Now

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I tried NVIDIA&#039;s DLSS 5 before its official release—it&#039;s incredible

<p>DLSS 5 isn't due for an official release until sometime later this year, but an unfinished version that slipped out with NBA 2K27 has allowed the RenoDX modding community to get it running with dozens of games.</p><img src='https://static0.howtogeekimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/wm/2026/08/rtx-5070-rtx-5060ti-in-pc-case.jpg' />

Autonomous AI Agents and the Multi-Agent Paradigm in 2026

Autonomous AI Agents and the Multi-Agent Paradigm in 2026Subtitle: How agentic workflows, multi-modal reasoning, and autonomous tools are transforming full-stack software development in 2026. OverviewIn 2026, artificial intelligence has transitioned from passive text completion to proactive, multi-step autonomous reasoning. Developers who master agentic architecture will build 10x more resilient, high-leverage products. Key HighlightsMulti-Agent Orchestration: Dividing complex en

A cold job market doesn&#039;t make hot talent cheaper

Pave reports that despite a cold job market, hiring for content marketers and other roles has decreased, yet companies pay new hires 21% more than incumbents.<img src='https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1661714995719-ec54e2832113?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=MnwyMzg1fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8MjN8fEpvYiUyME1hcmtldHxlbnwwfHwyfHwxNjYyMDI4MDUz&ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&w=1080' />

Google Wallet knows where you go—here&#039;s why location-tracking is one of its best features

Location access is one of those permissions that everyone should take seriously. Not every app that requests it truly needs it. You may not think a mobile payments app like Google Wallet needs location access, but it actually enables some helpful features.

Calibrate Before You Accelerate: Bias Toward Action in a New Role

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Run Linux without rebooting—4 ways to get the terminal on Windows

If you've decided to try Linux, you might have trouble leaving Windows. Maybe your favorite game only runs on Windows, or you need a Windows program for your work. Maybe you think dual-booting Windows and Linux is too much trouble. There are ways to get started with the Linux terminal that can run within Windows.

My Take on: Nobody Argued For Your Stack

My Take on: Nobody Argued For Your Stack IntroductionMy Take on: Nobody Argued For Your Stack is gaining massive traction in the developer community. Whether you are a beginner or experienced developer, this guide will help you get up to speed quickly. Why It MattersThe tech landscape is evolving rapidly. Staying current with tools like this gives you a competitive edge in the job market and opens new opportunities for side income. Quick Start Step 1: InstallationMost m

5 Z-Wave mistakes that make your smart home feel sluggish (and how to fix them)

Z-Wave has a reputation for reliability, which makes it a popular choice for critical smart home devices such as smart locks and alarm systems. The trouble is that if you make some common mistakes, your Z-Wave devices can respond far more slowly than they should.

Streaming services are now worse than cable—here&#039;s how they trapped us

I cut the cord pretty early in the streaming game. Back then, I got my first broadband connection (4Mbps!) and was still using satellite TV to watch movies and TV series. After subscribing to Netflix, I canceled that contract and enjoyed years of paying a fraction of that fee to access a massive library.