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Exploring how functions can be understood as infinite-dimensional vectors, enabling the application of linear algebra tools to functional analysis problems.

Exploring different approaches to modeling polymorphic data in relational databases, from single table inheritance to JSON blobs and beyond.

Fintech company replaces specialized OCR vendor with Gemini, achieving dramatic speed improvements and cost savings while sparking debate about AI's impact on software.

Discussion of Gemini CLI file deletion incident reveals fascinating differences in AI personality traits and their unexpected real-world impacts.

Article claiming typed languages are better for AI-assisted coding sparks heated debate about developer competence and LLM effectiveness.

Enthusiastic article about letting Claude Code run wild on a VPS triggers discussion about whether AI coding creates new economic barriers for beginners.

Developers living on a boat explore creating durable, offline-first software using minimal languages like Forth to ensure long-term preservation.

Developer shares experience using Claude Code with detailed specifications, sparking discussion about AI development parallels to TDD methodology.

Discussion of API design principles evolves into deep dive on Linux ecosystem compatibility challenges and static linking trade-offs.

Discussion of Intel's decline reveals how US prioritized software over hardware, creating dangerous dependence on foreign chip manufacturing.