daily.dev Changelog·1yCores & Awards
Daily.dev introduces Cores, an in-app currency, and Awards, a way to recognize valuable content. Cores reward quality contributions and can be used for highlighting great work, tipping creators, and tracking activities. Users can buy or earn Cores, which don't expire and are publicly visible when used for Awards. More features are being developed to further enhance engagement.
The Developing Dev·1y21x Hackathon Winner Turned College Dropout
Jia Chen, a 21-year-old with multiple hackathon wins, co-founded her own startup while being a content creator. Despite attending a non-target school, she excelled by building a strong personal brand and leveraging leadership roles. Jia recently dropped out of college to focus on her startup, emphasizing the importance of setting preconditions and creating opportunities before making such a decision.
The Linux Cast·1yYou Can't Do Real Work on Linux
The stereotype that Linux can't be used for 'real work' is challenged. While specialized software like AutoCAD and Adobe products may not be fully supported, most other tasks can be done efficiently on Linux. The author talks about their own experience using Linux for text editing, development, and content creation, arguing that Linux is as productive as other operating systems for the vast majority of users.