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Imagine a comedy club where the comedians are robots. That’s the premise of RoboComic, a new web app that pits AI-powered virtual comedians against each other in stand-up battles, roast contests, and witty comeback challenges. This playful experiment explores the intersection of language, humor, and artificial intelligence. Using multi-agent conversation…
Many communities are collecting vital environmental data, like air quality readings. But who actually owns that data? A new quiz reveals how tricky legal terms in service agreements can trap communities and lead to a loss of control over this crucial information. The quiz, based on real terms and conditions…
Tesla owners love data. After getting a Tesla, many data-oriented drivers set up Teslamate, a powerful open-source, self-hosted data logger. Teslamate pulls data from the Tesla API and stores it in a PostgreSQL database, using Grafana for visualization. While Grafana is great on a desktop, it can be cumbersome on…
Frustrated with YouTube’s ever-changing interface? Many users find the constant tweaks disruptive, especially when familiar controls move around. One common complaint? The relocated volume button and the sometimes-confusing presence of the “previous” button. This simple script offers a solution. Restoring the Familiar This user-created script brings back the classic YouTube…
Developing a new tool is always exciting, but it comes with its share of uncertainties. One developer, u/Pharma-1987, recently shared their project on Reddit, seeking guidance on building a literature search and review tool. Let’s explore the challenges and potential solutions. Integrating PubMed for Literature Searches The tool’s core function…
Keeping plants alive can be tough. Forgetting to water them is a common culprit. But what if your plants could water themselves? That’s the idea behind this custom-built ESP32-S3 board designed specifically for a battery-powered, WiFi-enabled plant watering system. The inspiration for this project came from a newly opened MicroCenter…
Tired of typing long, complex commands in your terminal? This open-source macOS command-line interface (CLI) tool offers a simple solution: aliases. It lets you create shortcuts for frequently used commands, saving you time and reducing typos. Imagine replacing a multi-part build command with something as simple as ez build. This…
Stop Typing the Same ChatGPT Prompts Over and Over: Introducing PromptCard Tired of rewriting the same long prompts in ChatGPT? PromptCard, a new Chrome extension, offers a simple solution for saving and reusing your most common prompts, streamlining your workflow and boosting your productivity. The Problem with Repetitive Prompts Using…
Sunrise Reset: Beat the Snooze and Win Your Morning Tired of hitting snooze and wasting your mornings? Many people struggle with this, feeling groggy and unproductive as a result. A new app offers a simple, yet effective solution: a photo challenge to greet the sun. The concept is straightforward. Set…
The latest AI coding models all perform well on standard tests. Improvements between releases are getting smaller, suggesting we’re approaching a point where they’re all pretty similar. But real-world coding isn’t a standardized test. It’s about working within a specific codebase, with its own unique conventions and quirks. That’s where…