Best of Startup — November 2023
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Community Picks·3y
OpenAI just taught little-guy developers an ugly lesson
ChatGPT Wrapper Startups Brace for more changes after OpenAI updated ChatGPT so it can'read' PDFs for you. As of this week, OpenAI allows users to upload PDFs to chatbot and get it to do the hard work of unearthing the most important bits of the files.
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The Next Web·2y
Is Tailwind CSS Worth Trying in 2024?
Tailwind CSS is a utility-first CSS framework that provides pre-built classes to speed up development. It offers responsive design, consistency, and speedy development. The toolkit integrates with various frontend frameworks and tools. It has advantages such as Tailwind UI and the JIT mode, but also has downsides such as a learning curve and large file sizes. Tailwind CSS is compared to Bootstrap, with Tailwind offering more customization and control. A real use case for Tailwind CSS is demonstrated in building a digital business card platform. Overall, Tailwind CSS is a valuable tool for developers in 2024.
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Hacker News·3y
Microsoft is Eating the World
Sam Altman's departure from OpenAI to Microsoft is seen as a major exodus of talent and senior leadership. The consolidation of Generative A.I. startups raises concerns about innovation and the future progress of Language Model Models (LLMs). Microsoft's move is seen as a short-term benefit, but it may have negative consequences for both OpenAI and the industry as a whole.
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Just Another CTO·3y
Every software is messy and has skeletons
Software development is a messy process filled with unknown bugs and imperfections. Big companies also have their share of hidden weaknesses. Releases are more about managing controlled chaos. Quick fixes and prioritizing impact over formality are common in messy shops, while the ability to handle problems efficiently is key to a successful product.
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UX Planet·3y
Design Tokens 102
Design tokens are design decisions stored as data that ensure unified and cohesive product experiences. They replace hard-coded values and create a shared language between designers and engineers. Design tokens can be classified into different types, including hard-core values, primitives or global tokens, semantic or alias tokens, and component tokens. Naming conventions for design tokens should prioritize consistency, clarity, and start with foundational elements. Design tokens matter because they create consistent design systems and enable adaptability and maintenance. They also establish a shared language across organizations and promote collaboration. Figma has introduced a feature called 'variables' that allows designers to store token values directly in Figma. Design tokens play a pivotal role in shaping design systems and have a profound impact on business revenue. Further reading on design tokens, naming conventions, and design systems is recommended.
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The Value of Design
Design is not just about making things pretty, but about problem-solving and delivering effective solutions. The value of Design can be quantified by establishing KPIs such as adoption, sales volume, and downloads. Design and Engineering are not competing disciplines, but complementary partners in the solutioning process. The effective marriage of all disciplines leads to successful endeavors.
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Lobsters·3yEverything wrong with tech in 2023 (in no particular order) — Joan Westenberg
The tech industry in 2023 faces various challenges such as the obsession with short-term profits, lack of diversity, poor work-life balance, and overfunding of unproven startups. Furthermore, ethical implications, user privacy and security, and the concentration of disproportionate wealth are major concerns. The article also highlights issues related to bias algorithms, lack of sustainability prioritization, and unethical business practices.
