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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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