Shopify shifted from Redis to MySQL for inventory reservations and successfully scaled the system, challenging common assumptions about in-memory databases.
Shopify Replaced Redis With MySQL For Inventory Reservations–and It Scaled
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Os8088: A Powerful Mac-like OS For The IBM XT, 286, 386
Os8088 unveils a new operating system resembling Mac OS, compatible with IBM XT, 286, and 386, promising enhanced user experience.
Gateway 2000’S Hilariously Bad Ads In The 90S (Part II)
An analysis of Gateway 2000’s notoriously bad advertisements from the 1990s, highlighting their impact and legacy in tech marketing history.
Triton: DirectX 11 Driver For QEMU
Triton introduces a DirectX 11 driver for QEMU, enabling improved graphics support in virtual machines. The development is confirmed and currently in early testing.
A Domain Can Now Say It Is For Sale, In DNS
A new DNS feature allows domains to indicate they are for sale directly within DNS records, changing domain marketplace dynamics.
“Code Was Never The Hard Part” Is An Insult To All Programmers
A recent statement claiming coding is easy sparks controversy, with programmers arguing it dismisses the complexity of software development.
Discovery Loop
NASA announces Discovery Loop, a new space exploration program aimed at lunar and asteroid missions, with details still emerging on its scope and timeline.
Cloudflare OS: An Open Platform For Agents, Apps, And Work
Cloudflare introduces Cloudflare OS, an open platform designed for agents, applications, and work management, enabling greater customization and integration.
The 9 Most Significant AI Innovations In 2026
Discover the nine most significant AI innovations in 2026, including breakthroughs in natural language processing, autonomous systems, and AI ethics, shaping the future.
Twenty Years Of Pandoc
Pandoc marks its 20th anniversary with a look at its evolution, current status, and future plans, highlighting its significance in open-source document processing.
