Frustrated with AI coding assistants like ChatGPT and Claude giving you bad code? Discover key strategies for improving their performance, from advanced prompting techniques to proper context management.
An analysis of why the Commodore 64's immediate boot to a BASIC prompt, often seen as a blank slate, was a powerful feature that encouraged a generation to code, supported by a rich ecosystem of manuals and magazines.
Discover why many developers and power users are ditching the traditional Caps Lock function in favor of remapping it to more useful keys like Escape, and explore the arguments for keeping it.
Developers share their real-world experiences and practical tips for using Claude Code and other AI assistants effectively, covering everything from prompt strategy and language choice to advanced tooling.
A deep dive into the common frustrations of modern software development, from declining documentation quality and complex tooling to the double-edged sword of AI-generated code.
Developers discuss the real risk of skill erosion from using AI copilots and share practical strategies, like the 'intern' mental model, to leverage AI's speed without sacrificing deep understanding.
Discover practical strategies for introducing young children to computers that foster creativity and agency, from building custom games and setting up controlled Raspberry Pi environments to the value of low-tech, imaginative play.
Discover a curated list of programming languages built from the ground up for WebAssembly. Explore options from C-like and TypeScript-like syntaxes to key considerations like compiler embeddability and performance.
Developers discuss the mental fatigue from switching between manual coding and AI tools, sharing causes like flow disruption and dopamine crashes, plus strategies to cope.
Explore a range of controversial developer opinions, including unique programming font choices, debates on Rust's DX, AI's role in coding, and the true meaning of 'software engineer'.