·9 min read·c
What Actually Happens When You Press ^C?
You know that moment when magic becomes real? This is about that moment.
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14 articles on systems, algorithms, and things worth remembering
·11 min read·networking
Nerds Like to Ping
The most powerful network diagnostic tool you'll ever use is 1,000 lines of code written in a single evening in 1983.
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·16 min read·algorithms
Git Diff Is Just LCS
Every CS student grinds LCS problems on LeetCode. But do they know it powers git diff? A deep dive into the Hunt-McIlroy algorithm and why your DSA practice is more relevant than Twitter debates suggest.
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·9 min read·cpp
Programming L-caches
A practical guide to CPU caches, sparked by a slow laptop. Learn how simple changes to your loops and data structures can dramatically speed up your code.
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·9 min read·programming
Beyond %d: The Hidden World of printf Formats That Most Devs Never Use
Bet you only use %d in your printf statements. Time to discover %x, %o, %b and unlock debugging superpowers you never knew existed.
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