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The Hidden Logic of Content Ranking Algorithms

July 27, 2025

Discover the unseen factors that determine a post's ranking on discussion platforms, from comment-to-vote ratios and user flags to manual moderator boosts.

Ranking Algorithms Content Moderation Human Curation Online Communities Engagement Metrics Discussion Quality Community Moderation User Flags Algorithmic Signals Content Discovery

From Pen and Paper to CLI Wizards: Underrated Tools That Power Daily Workflows

June 9, 2025

Discover a curated list of underrated tools, from pen and paper for deep thinking to powerful CLI utilities, productivity apps like Anki and Beeminder, and note-taking systems like Zettelkasten, as shared by the Hacker News community.

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Mastering Daily Knowledge: Effective Strategies for Capturing and Recalling Insights

May 22, 2025

Discover diverse methods and tools discussed by knowledge workers for managing daily information overload, from minimalist tactics to comprehensive 'second brain' systems.

Knowledge Management Note-Taking Productivity Obsidian Org-Mode Logseq Zettelkasten Plain Text Information Overload Second Brain Personal Knowledge Base Confluence Readwise Anki Information Hoarding Task Management