The TechBeat: This Browser-based Editor Generates Stunning Isometric Tile Maps in Pixel Art Style (3/8/2025)

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Session, Messaging App is Launching SESH Token—Why? And What Do We Know About It?

By @techietales [ 4 Min read ] The upcoming launch of $SESH represents a significant milestone for Session, as it seeks to create a sustainable and decentralized messaging ecosystem. Read More.

Stop Scrolling, Start Building: Create Your Own AI Movie Recommender

By @superlinked [ 11 Min read ] In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process of creating a movie recommendation system using vector databases. Read More.

This 5-step Framework Helps Declutter Your Life From Areas You Need to the Most

By @benoitmalige [ 4 Min read ] Simplify your life with small changes to your space, time, and relationships for a lighter, focused you. Read More.

AI Literacy Is Now the Law—Ignore It at Your Own Risk

By @linked_do [ 11 Min read ] The clock for AI Literacy is ticking. Why should you act now, what are the six pillars of AI Literacy, and how can you build on those? Read More.

Did Donald Trump Just Flip the Script on Crypto?

By @kamalsamaila [ 4 Min read ] Trump flips on crypto, signs order for U.S. Bitcoin reserve worth $17.5B. Visionary move or risky bet? Explore the bold policy shift Read More.

Text-to-SQL Was Supposed to Be AI’s Killer App. It’s Not.

By @mfdupuis [ 10 Min read ] Trying to create a single AI that can answer all business analytics questions is challenging, if not impossible. Read More.

It Takes More Than Thinking: Humans Put the Vibe Into Vibe Coding

By @hayday [ 6 Min read ] It Takes More than Thinking: Humans Put the Vibe into Vibe Coding. An article about software engineers in a post-AI world, Vibeware and embracing ourselves Read More.

Python: A Deeper Look Into How Django Transactions Work

By @mta [ 9 Min read ] Transactions are how Django manages all the DB operations that it runs. Learn how to best use them and avoid costly mistakes. Read More.

O.XYZ Launches OCEAN – Cerebras-Powered AI Engine, 10x Faster Than ChatGPT

By @oxyz [ 3 Min read ] O.XYZ launches OCEAN, a Cerebras-powered AI Search engine 10x faster than ChatGPT, with real-time responses, voice interaction, and decentralized AI. Read More.

Python - Django: You Should Never Put This Stuff in Transactions

By @mta [ 17 Min read ] Transactions are central to Django apps, but if you put the wrong code in transactions, you may cause an outage! Read More.

A Table as an API? Illusions and Reality

By @truewebber [ 9 Min read ] Discover why using a shared database table is an anti-pattern and how a ‘Contract First’ approach fosters clear ownership and smoother integration. Read More.

GraphQL is a Misunderstood Framework

By @vignesh3193 [ 11 Min read ] GraphQL is an often misunderstood framework that went from being one of the most popular development innovations to an unfairly maligned one. Read More.

AI Chatbots Are Getting Too Good at Making You Say ‘Yes’

By @hennygewichers [ 6 Min read ] From pizza orders to smart home cameras, empathetic AI is now nudging our decisions in real time. Can we keep up? Read More.

Model Context Protocol (MCP): The USB-C of AI Data Connectivity

By @HuseynG [ 7 Min read ] MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open standard that allows AI systems to connect seamlessly with a wide variety of data sources. Read More.

This Browser-based Editor Generates Stunning Isometric Tile Maps in Pixel Art Style

By @mlsprwr1337 [ 2 Min read ] Procedural generation with isometric Wave Function Collapse (WFC). Generate your own little microcosmos using a browser-based editor. Read More.

Could the ByBit Hack Have Been Prevented? Yes—Here’s How

By @thebojda [ 4 Min read ] The ByBit attack revealed critical security flaws—this article explores what went wrong and how it could have been prevented. Read More.

Code Smell 293 - You Should Avoid Adding isTesting or Similar Flags

By @mcsee [ 3 Min read ] When you add flags like isTesting, you mix testing and production code. This creates hidden paths that are only active in tests. Read More.

Tether CEO Says USDT Will Become Useless

By @ykalynychenkogeneris [ 2 Min read ] It is unlikely that cryptocurrencies will overtake fiat in the coming years. However, we are gradually moving towards this point. Read More.

Your Writing Has a Fingerprint—And This Cutting Edge AI Model Can Identify It

By @authoring [ 5 Min read ] Using grammatical structures from parsed text, this study explores a new method for detecting authorship, improving accuracy in AI and fake text identification. Read More.

XRPTurbo Introduces AI Agent Integration On XRP Ledger, Aiming To Expand Ripple Blockchain Utility

By @btcwire [ 3 Min read ] While the XRP blockchain is already known for its fast and low-cost transactions, XRPTurbo’s approach focuses on enhancing the XRP ecosystem with on-chain and o Read More. 🧑‍💻 What happened in your world this week? It's been said that writing can help consolidate technical knowledge, establish credibility, and contribute to emerging community standards. Feeling stuck? We got you covered ⬇️⬇️⬇️ ANSWER THESE GREATEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS OF ALL TIME We hope you enjoy this worth of free reading material. Feel free to forward this email to a nerdy friend who'll love you for it. See you on Planet Internet! With love, The HackerNoon Team ✌️