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Learn how Natrix—a tiny, strictly typed interpreted language in C—was designed and built, with readable code, method-call sugar, structs/objects, and regex.

Run Windows apps on Linux with WinBoat, Wine/Proton, or full VMs. Learn when each makes sense, common gotchas, and tips for running Linux apps on Windows.

Review of Theo t3's complaints about Slack, compares Slack vs Microsoft Teams, and considers if it's even worth it to pay for Slack Pro Pricing nowadays.

Learn how to register your domain with search engines like Google, Bing, Yandex, and more. Includes DNS verification steps, sitemap submission, and tools for faster indexing.

Beginner-friendly guide to memory allocation in C. Learn the difference between stack, heap, and globals, how dynamic memory allocation works with `malloc()`, `calloc()`, `realloc()`, and `free()`, plus common pitfalls and best practices.

A practical guide to memory management in C++: how CPU memory is organized, the difference between stack and heap memory in C++, RAII, smart pointers, containers, new/delete, and when (not) to use malloc.

A plain-English guide for C++ developers to understand L3 cache, registers, and RAM—what you can and can't control, and the high-level levers (data layout, prefetching, alignment, NUMA) that actually move performance.

Build a C 3D game engine from scratch with Python-driven logic and a raylib render core. Includes a shared-library example, ctypes bindings, sprite-sheet tools, header/compile tips and cross-platform guidance for fast prototyping and practical game dev.

Practical guide to dead-man switches and digital asset management: reliable check-in services, digital executors, secure credential handoff, and real-world examples to automate legacy actions and plan your digital estate responsibly.

Clear overview of how Proto-Indo-European gender likely arose and changed—from an early animate/inanimate split to the later masculine—feminine—neuter system—contrasting Wikipedia's consensus summary with Silvia Luraghi's typological account, plus what modern IE languages kept or lost.

Learn the ultimate PHP basics for absolute beginners. This step-by-step guide covers what PHP is, how to run PHP files, configure php.ini, and handle common file tasks like upload, delete, and download.

Deutsch ,Leute', russisch ,люди' (ljudi) und englisch ,liberty' gehen auf die indogermanische Wurzel leudh- ,Leute/Freie' zurück - keine Entlehnung, sondern echte Kognaten.

German 'Leute', Russian 'люди' (ljudi), and English 'liberty' all trace back to the Indo-European root leudh- 'people/free men'—not a loanword, rather true cognates.

Review of ThePrimeagen's Go vs TypeScript server benchmark, focusing on performance under heavy concurrency and real-time WebSocket loads.

Plain-English guide to LLMs: what 'LLM meaning' is, how AI works under the hood, how to use AI safely and effectively, plus concrete AI job paths and starter portfolio ideas.

An in-depth look into the shifting responsibilities of IT/tech workers. We cover responsible AI jobs, AI and the future of jobs, and how it all ties into 'vibe coding'.

Heilung — Krigsgaldr (auf Deutsch): Mit Musikvideo, Analyse des Eggja-Runensteins, Zeile-für-Zeile-Übersetzung ins Deutsche sowie Hintergrund zu Runen und Galdr.

Article with the Heilung music video that provides some cultural context with a Heilung - Krigsgaldr lyrics translation. It also ties the original Heilung Krigsgaldr lyrics into the ancient Old Norse runes that inspired it.

Google Search does not use the keywords meta tag for ranking. Here's the evidence from Google, why leaving it in can backfire, and what to do instead.

Get the latest stats and figures on tech and financial corporate layoffs as of August, 2025.

A practical guide to learn Go: install, workspace setup, go run vs go build, Go modules, primitive types, concurrency, testing, and common gotchas—plus answers to 'is Golang easy to learn?' and 'why learn Go?'.

Learn what bounce rate means in GA4 vs Universal Analytics, how to view Google Analytics bounce rate, and practical ways to reduce bounce rate on landing pages—without annoying modals. Clear definitions, steps, and UX tactics.

Learn how to understand SEO keywords by combining empathy with SEO strategy. Discover how to match intent, emotion, and content to improve rankings and connect with searchers.

A practical raylib Golang guide: build a 3D 'hello cube' raylib example with raylib-go, avoid deprecated APIs, use Go's math, and understand Raylib 4→5 changes. Includes a concise Go game engine comparison plus links to the raylib cheatsheet and raylib GitHub.

Is CS 'cooked'? A 2025, data-driven look at hiring trends, realistic entry-level roles, AI's impact vs. blue-collar resilience, and a practical playbook for internships, projects, and landing your first software job.

A blunt, 2025-aware review of Dave Gray's beginner programming video—what it gets right, what needs updating, and how to be employable now with TypeScript early, Git/GitHub, tests, deploys, and AI/LLM workflows plus practical, ship-it project advice.

Pragmatic guide to when Go beats Python and Rust: simpler deploys, strong concurrency, fast builds, and stable ops—plus clear heuristics, mixed-stack patterns, and pitfalls to avoid.

A practical guide to Rust online compilers and browser IDEs. Learn how to run and compile Rust code online with Rust Playground, Replit, Wandbox, Compiler Explorer, and more—when to use them, limits, and when to switch to a local toolchain.

Practical Python web scraping tutorial: start with Requests + BeautifulSoup, prefer JSON endpoints, scale with async/httpx or Scrapy, and use Selenium/Playwright only when pages require JS. Includes robust patterns, ethics, throttling, and production tips.

Discover the true meaning of 'madiskarte' in Filipino culture, its Tagalog origins, and the best English translations for this clever, resourceful life skill.

Python RegEx cheat sheet for beginners: A comprehensive guide on Python and RegEx using the 're' library, and when to use regex in a Python script.

Discover the best way to learn JavaScript with actionable tips, top JS learning websites, and practical JS tutorials. Learn how to print in JavaScript, avoid common mistakes, and start coding fast.

Basic Python machine learning tutorial. Discover why Python is used for machine learning, explore top Python machine learning libraries, and get started with hands-on examples for beginners.

Struggling to find a real job? This video review covers why companies are posting fake jobs, the rise of fake jobs on Indeed, and what to do when you can't find a job. Includes advice for can't find job Reddit users & anyone frustrated by job search scams.

Explore the history of C++, its modern applications, how it compares to Rust, key advantages over C, and why C++ remains essential in high-performance software and systems today.

Is HTML and CSS hard to learn, and why is CSS so annoying? CSS may be easy to learn at the start, but it gets tricky, and what most tutorials won't tell you about mastering web design. Learn the pitfalls, challenges, and tips for success.

Is full stack web development still a viable career in the age of AI and LLMs? Explore ageism, shifting tech job trends, and how automation is changing the IT industry for junior and senior developers.

See the difference between bad and good SEO with real landing page examples in vanilla HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Learn what works (and what to avoid) in search engine optimization and web design.

Learn what SEO (Search Engine Optimization) really is, why it matters for every website, and how effective SEO strategies drive free, high-quality traffic from Google and other search engines.

Explore the culture clash between Boomers and Zoomers, and how language (specifically slang terms like 'Crash Out'), tech habits, and social trends differ across generations in the era of AI, LLMs, and ChatGPT. Learn what each generation gets right—and wrong.

Learn the difference between long tail and short tail keywords, how they impact SEO, and why focusing on long tail keywords helps you rank higher for low-competition, niche topics. Essential guide for beginners to keyword research.

Get a detailed look at iOS 26, Apple's newest update featuring the Liquid Glass design, advanced AI, and major usability changes. Learn about new iPhone features with Apple's latest iOS release.

Get a detailed look at iOS 26, Apple's newest update featuring the Liquid Glass design, advanced AI, and major usability changes. Learn about new iPhone features with Apple's latest iOS release.

Curious about the language spoken in Bangkok, Thailand? Learn about Thai, English, and other languages in Bangkok, differences in dialect, Thai script, and how to translate between Thai and English.

What is vibe coding, and is it the future or just hype? Explore the meaning of vibe coding, its risks, the best vibe coding tools, and how LLMs like Github Copilot and Microsoft Copilot are changing software development in 2025.

Learn how the `package` keyword works in Golang, best practices for naming, structuring, and importing Go packages, and practical tips for clean, maintainable code. Includes code samples, SEO insights, and real-world advice.

A detailed 2025 review of the Google IT Support Professional Certificate. Learn if it's worth it, what you'll study, job prospects, and how it compares to alternatives like CompTIA.

Explore AWS Web Services and the full path to certification, from the AWS Console to training platforms and official certification websites for 2025 and beyond.

Explore FastAPI in depth: from installing and Dockerizing it to comparing it with Flask, Django, and Node.js. See real use cases, Postgres integration, JSON support, and REST API performance.

Explore the full stack development career path, including salaries, roadmaps, web app building, freelancing, and how to hire or become a top full stack engineer.

Start learning Python with this beginner-friendly tutorial covering core concepts, cheat sheets, interview tips, and hands-on examples for 2025.

Explore the Tailwind CSS ecosystem with this comprehensive guide covering layout techniques, animations, UI tools, Vite integration, and how it compares to Bootstrap.

A no-BS beginner's guide to Docker and Docker Compose. Learn what Docker is, how containers work, how to install Docker Desktop, use Docker Hub, build images, run containers, and use Docker Compose—with step-by-step walkthroughs for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Learn how to build, dockerize, and run Flask (PyFlask) Python web apps using a production-ready Docker setup. Includes best practices for Dockerfile, Compose, and hot reloading for the Flask web framework in Python.

Is Electron really as bad as critics claim? This article breaks down common myths and facts about Electron desktop apps, explores why developers choose Electron, and explains what's actually to blame for poor user experiences.

Discover the essentials of the WordPress file structure, from the root directory to wp-admin, wp-includes, wp-content, and plugins for the best wordpress hosting experience. Get a WordPress .com website going today!

A comprehensive, tech-agnostic SEO optimization website checklist—covering site infrastructure, crawlability, robots.txt, sitemap.xml, on-page content, analytics (with Google alternatives), mobile optimization, accessibility, and ongoing maintenance. Perfect for launching a modern, search-optimized website.

A direct, practical guide to TypeScript best practices—how to leverage static typing for safer JavaScript, why to avoid 'any', how interfaces ensure data consistency, and how to properly compile and structure your TypeScript codebase.

Learn how to integrate custom pre-build scripts in Astro projects using Docker. Cover Python/Go generators, Corepack setup, HTML injection methods, and beginner-friendly tips for dynamic static site builds.

Explore Heilung's ritual chant 'Alfadhirhaiti'—a modern reconstruction of Proto‑Germanic invocations to Odin. Discover how ancient runes, throat‑singing, and recreated Iron‑Age instrumentation combine in a trance‑inducing ceremony of Norse spirituality.

Learn how to benchmark two versions of an npm package—like bcrypt—side-by-side without polluting your global environment. Ideal for comparing performance, regressions, and upgrade effects in real-world Node.js applications.

Learn how to build and deploy a modern Astro website with Vue.js and Docker, using Yarn 4 for fast local development and production-ready deployment. This complete guide covers setup, routing, and best practices for Astro web apps.

Learn what HTML is, how HTML code works, the basics of HTML and CSS, how to use an HTML editor or viewer, and best beginner tips for writing and styling web pages. Covers HTML comments, tables, color codes, and more in an easy-to-follow guide.

Simple guide for a QR code generator. Learn what QR codes are, how they work, who invented them, and how to create free QR codes online, or with Python.

A practical, beginner-friendly guide to essential Linux and macOS terminal commands. Learn the most important CLI basics, file permissions, user roles, and when to use sudo, with clear examples and an actionable cheat sheet.

Master regex with Regex 101—your complete, beginner-friendly guide to regular expressions, pattern matching, and practical regex use in Python, JavaScript, and popular regex testers. Includes a detailed regex cheat sheet.

Learn how Rust's ownership and borrowing model enforces memory safety without a garbage collector. This guide covers key rules, code examples, the borrow checker in Rust lang, and why Rust's model delivers performance and safe concurrency.

Learn Markdown with this fun, comprehensive tutorial and cheat sheet covering headers, lists, links, images, code blocks, tables, and more. Perfect for beginners and pros using Markdown to HTML, editors, and viewers.

An exploration of linguistic and genetic evidence on the origins and divergence of major East Asian language families including Sino-Tibetan, Kra-Dai, and Transeurasian.

Learn how to audit, document, and reverse engineer Angular components using a robust Python script that parses TypeScript and HTML for deep insights.

Master the essential VIM commands with this comprehensive cheat sheet and guide. Learn navigation, editing, search, visual mode, and more—plus how VIM compares to Emacs.

A deep dive into Heilung's 'Traust'—exploring the lyrics, Old Norse spells, Merseburg Incantations, and ancient Germanic magical traditions invoked in this powerful ritual song.

An overview of programming language elitism, why it persists, and why using the right tool for the job is the smartest way to approach modern software development.

Explore the pros, cons, and real-world strategies for using Angular, React, or static site generators like Astro for building SEO-friendly websites, and learn how to implement a hybrid web architecture.

A step-by-step guide for running classic Windows XP-era games on Linux using Wine, tailored for Arch and Manjaro users. Includes Winetricks setup, 32-bit prefixes, game compatibility tips, and troubleshooting.

An in-depth breakdown of Heilung's 'Asja'—a Proto-Germanic reconstructed ritual chant invoking protection, love, and spiritual resonance through ancient language and sound, and the Heilung lyrics + English translation.

Explore how modern technology, social media, LLMs,and rage-driven content unconsciously reprogram the human brain—shaping emotions, beliefs, and political identities through dopamine loops and neural plasticity.

Learn how to use FFprobe to extract clean, structured JSON output from media files, suppress noise like the FFmpeg banner, and cherry-pick only the metadata fields you care about using Bash and jq.

Explore the origins and evolution of the Proto-Germanic '-az' suffix, its connection to Indo-European languages, and its reflexes in modern Germanic languages.

LLMs are not monkeys with fast fingers. They're more like statistical language compressors: they infer structure and use that to maximize likelihood of plausible sequences. IMT is brute-force search in an exponentially vast space with no shortcuts.

Explore the fascinating etymology of Tagalog (Filipino), tracing its roots from Austronesian origins to Hokkien, Spanish, and English influences. Discover how trade, colonization, and cultural exchange shaped the Filipino language.

LLM programming, and tools like Microsoft Copilot, are not a replacement for foundational coding skills, but rather a means to enhance and augment them.

RxJS (Reactive Extensions for JavaScript) is a powerful library designed to handle streams of data in a flexible, composable, and reactive way using observables.

TypeScript generics enable reusable, type-safe components by allowing functions, classes, and interfaces to work with variable types. They provide flexibility while maintaining strict type-checking at compile time.

SDL2 tutorial about a 2D game engine in Rust for an SDL2 wrapper to create custom 2D game engines.

Discover how to code secure random password generators using Python and JavaScript. This article explains the differences between standard random number generators and cryptographically secure pseudorandom number generators (CSPRNGs), providing practical examples for security-sensitive applications.

Explore ISO 27001, the international standard for information security management systems (ISMS). This article provides an overview of ISO 27001, discussing its importance, applications, and why achieving certification is crucial for organizations aiming to safeguard their information assets.

Dive into the Lua programming language, known for its lightweight and high-performance scripting capabilities. Learn about Lua's simple syntax, dynamic typing, and how it compares to Python in handling loops, conditionals, and functions.

An in-depth overview of cloud computing that addresses common misunderstandings, including a discussion on Kamala Harris's remarks. Explore what cloud computing truly entails, its significance, and whether it simply refers to running code on someone else's computer.

Explore the key differences between Next.js and React.js in this comprehensive comparison. Covers the Next JS vs React comparison as a detailed Next JS tutorial for server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation.

Discover how to build a simple HTTP server in Python and Dockerize it using a lightweight Python image. This guide walks you through setting up an HTTP web server and deploying it with Docker for scalable and portable web services.

Learn how to create a basic drag-and-drop website builder using Angular 18 and the Material Component Dev Kit (CDK). This proof-of-concept demonstrates the power and flexibility of Angular's CDK library to build a GUI-based CMS similar to popular website builder sites.

Learn the basics of using FFmpeg for video conversion, including how to install it and convert videos from formats like MOV to MP4. This guide provides step-by-step examples to help you efficiently transform your video files.

Master working with timestamps and dates in PostgreSQL. This article covers PostgreSQL's robust support for temporal data, including handling date values and performing complex timestamp operations for your database projects.

Enhance your PostgreSQL database management skills with this collection of essential psql commands. Learn how to create databases, list tables, and efficiently navigate the PostgreSQL command-line interface.