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This programming language is quitting GitHub

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 19:44

The Zig Programming Language is officially quitting GitHub and moving its main repository over to Codeberg. The reasoning is a collapse in engineering quality and an aggressive push toward artificial intelligence tools. It is the most direct shot at Copilot from a developer I've seen in some time.

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5 fantastic new shows on Hulu you might have missed

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 19:00

The recent streaming season has produced some must-see entertainment, and Hulu plays host to some of the year's best shows. These fresh shows are sure to pique your interest and result in some interesting conversations around the water cooler.

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Homebrew can now help you install Flatpaks, too

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 18:51

Homebrew, the package manager for macOS and Linux, just got a handy new feature in the latest v5.0.4 update. Brewfile install scripts are now more like a one-stop shop for installing software, as Flatpaks are now supported alongside Brew packages, Mac App Store Apps, and other packages.

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Amazon now has 30-minute deliveries in these cities

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 18:31

Amazon has officially started testing an ultra-fast delivery service that promises to get essential items to your door in 30 minutes or less in parts of Seattle and Philadelphia. It seems like this is to compete with DoorDash and Instacart by bringing back a super speedy delivery model.

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Forget heart rate and workouts, this is the best reason to buy a smartwatch

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 18:31

I was not eager to make mobile payments by tapping my phone against a terminal, but once I started, I quickly stopped reaching for my wallet. Now I no longer reach for my phone, either. There’s an even faster way to pay that has led me to increasingly keep my phone in my pocket.

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How progress bars lie (and why downloads get stuck at 99%)

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 18:00

Progress bars are everywhere, but we hardly ever give them a second thought. They have a little bit of mystery to them though. You might have noticed that downloads or file transfers sometimes get stuck at 99%. At times, they jump or stall. Sometimes they even fail at 99%. It happens because progress bars always lie, a little bit.

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The next Linux Mint release has a name and several new features

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 17:58

Linux Mint's development team made a blog post today announcing a nickname for the upcoming 22.3 release, as well as estimating the arrival date of the first beta release and listing some specific new features we can look forward to.

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An introduction to LazyVim, a fantastic Neovim distro

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 17:15

If you've ever maintained a configuration for an extensible text editor, you'll know it can become a full-blown software project. Making a disaster of it like I did means that adding a new feature fills you with dread. LazyVim tackles that problem with some awesome features, and I'll explain how.

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Windows 11 just broke dark mode in File Explorer

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 17:14

Microsoft just released an optional update for Windows 11. This was supposed to give users the long-awaited consistent dark mode experience, but it accidentally broke the File Explorer interface with blinding white screen flashes.

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Affordable Japanese luxury SUV outsells every Mercedes rival

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 17:00

Nobody wants a luxury SUV that’s going to drain their wallet with maintenance and repairs. Savvy buyers often spend hours online hunting for vehicles that combine class with rock-solid reliability.

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Stop saying you can’t program: You use Microsoft Excel

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 16:30

If you can navigate a nested IF function, manage thousands of rows of data, or troubleshoot the dreaded #REF! error in Microsoft Excel, congratulations—you've been programming for years without even knowing it.

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EVs made speed cheap, but they ruined the fun of driving

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 15:00

Driving used to be something more than just a way to get from one place to another. Just taking a drive down to the store could be an exciting experience in the right car. The so-called "driver's car", which emphasizes feedback and responsiveness to your inputs was a great way to forget about your dull 9-5 life. For those who cared about such things, there were plenty of choices at every budget level. These days? I'm starting to doubt that a true driver's car even exists anymore in any form.

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Your Google Drive is a disaster—here's how to fix it in just one afternoon

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 14:15

Google Drive is a storage solution, but most of us treat it like a digital junk drawer. Files end up in random folders, duplicates stack up, and finding anything becomes a pain. The good news? With a bit of cleanup, you can sort out the clutter and tidy up your storage in just one afternoon.

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Best new movies and shows on Prime Video in December 2025

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 14:00

This is it, the last month of 2025, and you know what that means—Prime Video's new Originals lineup for December is heavy on the holiday-themed stuff, with a dusting of other intriguing titles to take the chill off the colder weather.

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The surprising reason JavaScript is the best language for beginners

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 13:30

As a language, JavaScript receives more than its fair share of criticism. Its default global variables, prototypical inheritance, and dynamic typing are often considered flaws that can lead to sloppy code. But I’m here to defend JavaScript, not as the ideal language, but as a great choice for beginners.

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5 simple smart home upgrades you should make for the holidays

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 13:00

Christmas shouldn’t be stressful, but here we are, only a few weeks out and already wondering where the rest of the year went. This year, why not give yourself the gift of a smarter home?

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6 reasons interactive Python is a game-changer for me

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 12:30

Python's interactive usage modes are easy to take for granted, but to me, interactive use is one reason it's my favorite programming language. Here are the reasons why interactive Python is my favorite programming tool.

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XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector review: Portability and versatility with limited brightness

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 12:00

The XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector is slick and portable with built-in Google TV functionality and plenty of connectivity options. Although you can take this projector almost anywhere, its limited brightness and battery life dull some of its potential.

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This $279 Wi-Fi 7 router is the ultimate home network upgrade

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 06:00

Choosing the right Wi-Fi 7 router can be tough. There are so many models out there, and which ecosystem is the right one to buy into? Earlier this year, I switched my entire network over to UniFi and I haven’t regretted it for a moment.

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Samsung's tri-fold phone is finally real

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 02:00

Samsung has finally revealed its tri-fold smartphone, following months of rumors and leaks. It's a phone that unfolds to reveal a 10-inch screen, and you'll be able to buy one starting in 2026.

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