Computing
Non-AI computing: networks, servers, hardware, software engineering, and digital security and privacy.
#870: From Flowcharts to State Machines
Stop squinting at posters. Learn how to turn static first aid flowcharts into interactive, AI-powered apps using state machines and XState.
#868: When Your Phone's Mic Beats Your Expensive Gear
Stop holding your phone like a piece of toast. Explore the best mobile microphone setups for high-quality AI voice transcription.
#866: The Color Accuracy vs. Circadian Clock Tradeoff
Is your 24/7 blue light filter doing more harm than good? Explore the biology of screen strain and why "Dark Mode" isn't always the healthiest choice.
#865: Technology as Scaffold, Not Prison
Explore the science of executive function and how "task drift" impacts ADHD brains—and how tech can help without the shame.
#859: Beyond QWERTY: The High Cost of Keyboard Efficiency
Is your keyboard an ancient relic? Explore whether switching to Dvorak or Colemak is worth the "valley of despair" for better ergonomics.
#857: The Cognitive Cost of Capitalization
Can local AI fix your messy typing in real-time? Explore the tech behind "transparent buffers" that turn sloppy drafts into polished prose.
#855: The Agentic Internet: Google’s New Web MCP Standard
AI agents are moving beyond "looking" at websites. Discover how Google’s Web MCP creates a programmatic map for the agentic future.
#853: The Mid-Range Camera Awakening
Discover why megapixels aren't everything and how sensor size, aperture, and periscope lenses are redefining pro mobile photography in 2026.
#849: From URLs to Content Hashes: The Real Web 3.0 Shift
Explore the shift from location to content-addressing as we dive into the real-world state of Web 3.0 and distributed systems in 2026.
#841: AI Gateways: Building Robust Infrastructure with LiteLLM
Discover how AI gateways like LiteLLM provide redundancy, caching, and unified tool access for scalable application development.
#835: When AI Agents See Your UI Like a Human Does
Stop begging friends to break your app. Discover how AI agents are revolutionizing UI testing by acting as tireless, unbiased model users.
#834: The Chemistry of Focus: Dopamine, ADHD, and the Brain
Why do ADHD meds work for some but not others? Explore the delicate balance of dopamine, norepinephrine, and the brain's internal wiring.
#826: The VESA Nightmare: Fixing Threads in a Sealed PSU
When monitor mount threads fall into a sealed power supply, DIY becomes a rescue mission. Learn how to fix blind holes without opening the case.
#825: Right to Repair Meets Snap-Fit Hell
Think unplugging a monitor makes it safe to open? Think again. Learn the professional secrets to prying cases and avoiding lethal shocks.
#816: From Scrolls to SQL: The Evolution of Human Order
Explore the history of how we organize the world, from ancient library catalogs to the future of AI-driven vector databases.
#805: Mastering B-L-U-F: The Military Secret to Better Emails
Stop burying the lead. Learn how the military’s B-L-U-F framework can save you hours a week and cut through digital noise.
#803: The Joy of Categorizing Everything
Stop struggling with cheap labelers. Discover the durable TZE ecosystem and the pro-level hardware needed to catalog your entire home or shed.
#802: Bluetooth Reimagined: Audio and Tracking in Home Assistant
Is Bluetooth the secret weapon for your smart home? Discover how to master persistent audio and low-cost asset tracking with Home Assistant.
#800: The Tower of Babel in Medical Coding
Discover the invisible codes that translate your health across borders, from ICD-11 to the future of interoperable medical records.
#797: The Hidden Hierarchy: Who Really Owns the Cloud?
Explore the hidden hierarchy of the cloud, from massive hyperscalers to the boutique providers and resellers powering our digital world.