#Bits

This post details how Factorio's random number generation works, how it can be reversed and how I used that knowledge to predict and manipulate the RNG with pure in‑game mechanics.

The MMI 5300 was a memory chip from the early 1970s, storing 1024 bits in tiny fuses. 1 Unlike regular RAM chips, this was a PROM ( Progra...

I've long had a soft spot for dependently-typed languages like Coq Rocq and Lean. They offer the possibility of a type system capable of encoding and enforcing arbitrarily subtle invariants.…

In 1980, Intel released the Intel 8087 floating-point coprocessor, a chip that could make math up to 100 times faster. As well as arithmetic...

A CNC is a great addition to a shop that can actually enhance your hand tool experience by taking care of material removal and rough shaping.

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In this vegetarian stir-fry, crumbling tofu dramatically increases its surface area, all the better for absorbing heady spices.

From Dev.to - cybersecurity: Hiding in Plain Sight: Building Coverless Steganography (CIHMSB) with Python 🕵️‍♂️🐍

According to the police, the incident took place on Wednesday morning. A purported suicide note recovered from the spot stated that no one was responsible for his death, said police, adding that they have initiated inquest proceedings.

Your B-tree indexes hate UUID v4. They've hated it for years. You probably haven't noticed because...

Upgrade your power tool game without breaking the bank with these essential accessories that won't break the budget.

From Dev.to - webdev: How to Generate a Strong Password Online for Free — Customizable Length, Nothing Stored, Nothing Sent

When a password manager or security tool tells you a password is "weak" or "strong", it's usually...

Whether you're a DIYer or pro, discover the best drill bits for stainless steel. We tested top picks; these handled this tough task the best.

Picking the right ID for your DDD aggregate roots in Go. UUID v4, v7, ULID, Snowflake — sortability, distribution, B-tree friendliness, decision rule.

Greetings all! In my previous post I covered Binary Plane Encoding, a 3-channel grid representation...

Note: dev.to modifies the image, the original image with the secret is the original post 🤘 I found...

LeetDezine Everyone can describe a URL shortener. Write a row to the DB, generate a short code,...

Ever wondered how a computer stores a negative number? It doesn't have a tiny "minus" symbol inside...

You won't believe the difference cleaning router bits and saw blades makes until you try it.