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Semantic Image Compression (Left=Original, Right=Outcome)
We've spent decades making image compression better.
JPEG throws away details your eyes probably won't notice. PNG keeps everything but produces larger files. Newer formats like WebP and AVIF squeeze images eve... Read all
05 July 2026
In recent months, after watching wave after wave of automation tools and AI copilots flood the industry, I had to ask myself an uncomfortable question: what does it actually mean to be a software developer today?
Not five years ago. Not even two years ago. Today.
For a long time, writing code ... Read all
27 February 2026
Companies love to say:
“Act like an owner.”, “Treat it like it’s yours.”, “We’re a family here.”
Sounds good. Inspiring, even. Ownership feels like power. It gives you purpose. You feel responsible. Proud.
Committed.But nobody tells you when that invisible line is crossed. The line where owne... Read all
01 August 2025
Back in the hunter-gatherer era, belonging and loyalty to the tribe played a vital role in survival. At that time, individuality and independent decision-making could pose life-threatening risks, and people had to follow the tribe’s collective decisions to protect themselves and their families. This... Read all
29 May 2024
Durnam
Durnam.com (Formerly Nasreddin.org)
Azerbaijani Turkish is a language that has experienced many ups and downs. This language, like other Turkic languages, was initially written with the old Arabic alphabet. Later, in the Republic of Azerbaijan, it was first written with Latin,... Read all
25 April 2024
Lately, following the recurring tensions I’ve faced while discussing various issues with different people, I decided to write down some thoughts on the etiquette of debating, for myself, and of course for others (especially since it often comes up during gatherings like Nowruz).
1. A debate shoul... Read all
20 March 2024
A large part of your day is spending time at work or at your workplace. As a result, the feeling you get during these hours (and afterward) makes a significant contribution to your overall life experiences, and how you handle these hours determines your overall quality of life. In light of this, I w... Read all
21 February 2021
The reason books and reading have existed for 5,000 years without becoming obsolete is simple: because they work. Reading makes you know more, understand more, make better decisions, and live better. Reading is something everyone wants to do more of. If you don’t read at all, you want to read a few.... Read all
05 February 2021
Months ago I forced to fill open positions in a remote team, I interviewed more than 100 people (and reject more before the interview) and now I have some tips that I’m pretty sure will help you as a job seeker.
Your CV is what the recruiter sees first and determines the next step, so:
Keep you... Read all
10 December 2020
You Won’t Start on Monday If You Don’t Read This
Exploitation and Mental Manipulation: Recognizing and Avoiding Humanity’s Most Dangerous Traits
How to Survive a Breakup
Minimal (13): How to Date Someone Emotionally Unavailable
How to Live a Happy and Productive Life: A Practical Guide... Read all
22 June 2019
Section 508 Amendment to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a set of guidelines and laws that require creators of electronic and information technology products to make their products accessible and usable for people with disabilities.
Similar laws exist in the European Union (EN 301 549), Germany... Read all
25 October 2017