A developer shares their experience switching from a MacBook Pro to a Dell XPS running Windows 10, covering hardware, WSL2, and OS customization.
Developer shares first-month results of TinyPilot, a KVM-over-IP hardware project, with $8.7k revenue and lessons learned.
A developer discusses the importance of computer specs, criticizing cheap Windows machines with low RAM and advocating for better hardware.
A developer's detailed account of persistent hardware and software issues with the LG UltraFine 5K display when used with various MacBook Pro models.
A developer shares his experience using an iPad Pro with Magic Keyboard as a primary laptop for writing and programming in 2020.
A personal account of downsizing a PC build into a compact mini-ITX case, comparing form factors and detailing component choices for a high-performance system.
A detailed guide to the hardware setup (cameras, mics, lights) used for streaming online tech talks and training sessions.
A developer details using CAD software and a 3D printer to design and fabricate a replacement plastic part for his 1984 Dodge truck.
A personal review of the Surface Book 2 laptop, focusing on its suitability for programming and development work compared to other devices.
A passionate critique of the modern laptop market, praising the durable and serviceable ThinkPad X200 while lamenting current flawed offerings.
A detailed review of the PinePhone, a Linux-based smartphone, focusing on its hardware, current software limitations, and target developer audience.
Announcing the founding of Oxide Computer Company, aiming to bring hyperscale-like infrastructure to on-premises data centers.
A guide to building custom game show buzzers using Raspberry Pi, a custom PCB, and a WebSocket server, with open-source code.
A follow-up review of the RaptorCS POWER9 Blackbird PC, detailing the resolution of hardware issues and improvements to customer support after initial problems.
A developer details his personal backup strategy using an external SSD and Backblaze cloud storage to automate backups and free up laptop space.
Explores how Conway's Law reveals communication gaps between hardware, firmware, kernel, and software layers, using examples like Spectre and Kubernetes.
A developer shares their learning process by exploring the RISC-V instruction set architecture, explaining ISAs and RISC principles.
A technical guide on configuring the default audio card in Linux, addressing common issues like card numbering and multi-source playback.
A developer explores open-source firmware projects like OpenBMC and u-bmc, discusses Intel Management Engine security, and shares insights from the Theranos book.
A developer explains the benefits of using older, well-supported hardware for software development and empathizing with users on limited systems.
