1. "I just chose words carefully." (unsung.aresluna.org)

A blog about software craft and quality

Discover insights on improving software quality and craftsmanship through careful language choices and effective communication strategies. This blog offers practical tips for developers looking to enhance their skills.

2. Google Has Removed MV2 Extensions from the Chrome Web Store, Including UBO (webiterate.dev)

Google today reached the final milestone in a browser-extension transition that has been years in the making, all remaining Manifest V2 extensions were removed from the Chrome Web Store.

Google has officially removed all Manifest V2 extensions from the Chrome Web Store, marking the conclusion of a lengthy transition process. This change impacts numerous extensions, including popular ones like uBlock Origin.

4. I Turned My Security Cameras into an Automatic Bird Identification System (jasontucker.blog)

I turned three security cameras into an automatic bird identification system using BirdNet-Go. Now my wife and I can track every bird species that visits our yard in real-time.

Using BirdNet-Go, a DIY enthusiast transformed standard security cameras into a system that identifies bird species visiting their yard. This setup allows for real-time tracking of local wildlife, blending technology with nature observation.

6. OpenShot 4.0: Record, Edit, and Color Like Never Before (www.openshot.org)

OpenShot 4.0 adds professional color grading, screen and webcam recording, local object masks, 10 new effects, a cleaner native timeline, and faster creative workflows.

OpenShot 4.0 introduces a suite of new features for video editing, including advanced color grading and the ability to record from your screen and webcam. With enhancements like local object masks and a streamlined timeline, it promises to make editing more efficient and creative.

7. Apple Caught Off Guard by AI Demand for Mac Mini and Mac Studio (www.macrumors.com)

Apple's unusually timed announcement of new Mac mini and Mac Studio models this week was driven by unexpectedly strong enterprise appetite for AI hardware, according to The Information. Apple normally releases new Mac models in the autumn, closer to October or November, making this week's announcement unusually early, falling just before the anticipated arrival of new iPhone models. The Information says that the AI-driven boom in Mac Studio and Mac mini sales is behind the early launch.

Apple’s early launch of new Mac mini and Mac Studio models signals a surprising surge in demand for AI hardware from enterprises. This shift in the typical release schedule highlights how quickly the market is evolving in response to AI technology needs.

8. Dwarf Fortress is getting the mother of all magic updates (www.rockpapershotgun.com)

Infamously simulation-heavy colony builder Dwarf Fortress is getting a Myth and Magic update later in 2026 that generates a sorcery system to fit your world.

Dwarf Fortress will introduce a Myth and Magic update in 2026, featuring a new sorcery system tailored to enhance the game’s intricate simulation mechanics. Fans can look forward to a deeper level of magical interaction within their colony-building experience.

9. A walkable ASCII cyberpunk city in one HTML file [video] (www.youtube.com)

Update on the project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCKEDWowc0oTry the prototype: https://ko-fi.com/s/e1e0f91951I wanted to build a city that feels alive,...

Experience a unique walkable cyberpunk city created entirely in ASCII art, all contained within a single HTML file. The project offers an engaging way to explore a digital landscape while showcasing the creative potential of text-based design.

10. Breaking Claude Code Opus 5 Auto Mode (embracethered.com)

In this post, we explore how a simple website summary request hijacks Claude Code Opus 5 in Auto Mode and achieves code execution with 60-80% attack success …

A website summary request can unexpectedly exploit vulnerabilities in Claude Code Opus 5’s Auto Mode, leading to significant code execution success rates. This finding highlights critical security concerns for users and developers alike.

12. A 12TB Steam "teraleak" spills more than a decade of lost PC gaming history (arstechnica.com)

Cut content from Portal 2, hints of Half Life 2: Episode 3, and so much more.

A massive leak of 12TB reveals previously lost content from iconic games like Portal 2 and hints at the long-awaited Half Life 2: Episode 3. Discover what hidden treasures from over a decade of gaming history have finally come to light.

13. Understanding ChatGPT Work (simonwillison.net)

OpenAI announced ChatGPT Work on July 9th, and have been furiously iterating on it ever since. It is an extraordinarily confusing and very powerful product. Here’s what I’ve figured out …

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Work is a complex new tool that has seen rapid updates since its unveiling. The article breaks down its capabilities and offers insights into how it functions, aiming to clarify its confusing aspects.

15. Reverse engineering my ADHD test (nullpt.rs)

I decided to get evaluated for ADHD. Curiousity struck, and I had the bright idea to capture the page source and any outbound requests.

After getting evaluated for ADHD, the author took a unique approach by analyzing the test’s underlying code and data requests. This investigation reveals insights into the testing process and raises questions about how such assessments are structured.

16. Smartphone LED detects hidden cameras with AI (www.chosun.com)

Smartphone LED and AI Detect Hidden Cameras KAISTs SweepLED achieves 94% accuracy with 10,000 won LED device

A new device called SweepLED can turn your smartphone’s LED into a tool for detecting hidden cameras, achieving impressive accuracy thanks to AI technology. With a cost of only 10,000 won, this innovation could enhance personal privacy in various settings.

17. ChatGPT Work Tool and Skill Reference (codex-tool-reference.simonw.chatgpt.site)

A complete reference to the tools and full skill definitions available in this Codex Work session.

Get a comprehensive overview of the tools and skill definitions you’ll find in the Codex Work session, making it easier to utilize ChatGPT effectively for your tasks.

18. ravynOS: Pre-alpha open-source OS based on Darwin, FreeBSD, Apple open-source (ravynos.com)

An open-source operating system based on Darwin and FreeBSD that aims to be compatible with macOS applications.

ravynOS is an open-source operating system designed to run macOS applications while being built on Darwin and FreeBSD. Its pre-alpha status suggests early development and potential for innovation in the open-source community.

19. uv: Deduplicate all files in the wheel cache (github.com)

Summary
On main, we support content-addressed caching, but only at the wheel-level. That is, if you download the same wheel twice from different sources, they share a cache entry. But files within ...

The article discusses improvements to content-addressed caching in the wheel cache, specifically focusing on deduplicating files to optimize storage when the same wheel is downloaded from different sources. It highlights the technical changes that enhance efficiency and reduce redundancy.

20. Internet centralization and the original sin of NAT (dreamstation.systems)

How NAT broke the concept of an internet connection

The article discusses how Network Address Translation (NAT) has fundamentally altered internet connectivity, leading to centralization issues. It examines the implications of this shift on how devices communicate online.

21. P99 0 ms* autocomplete for 240M domain names (ruurtjan.com)

How Wirewiki's domain-name autocomplete renders suggestions next frame for 99% of keystrokes.

Wirewiki’s domain-name autocomplete technology delivers instant suggestions for 240 million domain names, responding to nearly all keystrokes in real-time. This innovative approach significantly enhances user experience by eliminating wait times when searching for domain names.

23. It takes 5 cloud services to hear my doorbell (blog.vghaisas.com)

It all started in the winter of 2024. There was a burglary in our apartment building and we decided we needed to invest in our home's security. The …

After a burglary prompted a security upgrade, the author details the surprisingly complex setup involving multiple cloud services just to hear their doorbell. Discover the challenges and solutions encountered in modern home security.

24. Agent Memory as a File Format (calpaterson.com)

Memoryfields - a vastly simpler way to do agent memory

Memoryfields offers a new, simplified approach to managing agent memory, potentially streamlining how data is stored and accessed. This innovation could make working with agent memory more efficient and user-friendly.

28. How to build a diffusion language model (kuleshov-group.github.io)

An introduction to diffusion language models and the research advances that underlie today

Learn about the fundamentals of diffusion language models and the key research developments shaping their current capabilities. This introduction provides insights into the technology driving advancements in language processing.

30. German Konrad Zuse Museum shutting down due to lack of funding (www.mdr.de)

Ab Dienstag bleibt das Zuse-Computer-Museum in Hoyerswerda geschlossen. Zum Jahresende soll die deutschlandweit einzigartige Sammlung zur Geschichte der Rechentechnik abgebaut und aufgelöst werden. Dabei hat Hoyerswerda dem Computerpionier Konrad Zuse, der hier seine Jugend verbrachte, mit seinem Tod 1995 die Ehrenbürgerschaft verliehen. Wie konnte es so weit kommen?

The Konrad Zuse Museum, dedicated to the pioneering computer scientist, will close its doors due to financial difficulties. This decision highlights the ongoing challenges faced by cultural institutions in securing necessary funding.

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