TLDR 2023-05-12

ELON MUSK HAS FOUND HIS REPLACEMENT AS CEO OF TWITTER

ANTHROPIC’S LATEST MODEL CAN TAKE THE GREAT GATSBY AS INPUT

PANCREATIC CANCER VACCINE SHOWS PROMISE IN SMALL TRIAL

STABLE ANIMATION SDK

AI WILL CREATE MORE DEVELOPERS, NOT LESS

ENABLING INCREMENTAL FEATURE ROLLOUT OUTSIDE META – REACT

STARTUPS ARE SCOOPING UP BIG TECH’S CAST - OFF WORKERS

Startups are attracting a rising number of laid-off software developers, data scientists, and engineers. These companies offer workers the opportunity to build software capabilities from scratch and permanent remote or hybrid-work models. Working for startups also includes equity stakes with higher predicted returns than those at mature companies, as well as the chance to play a broader role in decision-making. Many tech workers perceive startups as a way to develop their proficiencies and progress their careers.

MICROSOFT EMPLOYEES ARE HOOKED ON THE COMPANY’S TRAINING VIDEOS

Microsoft's compliance training videos have gained a cult following since launching in 2017. 'Trust Code' has inspired watch parties, viral memes, and T-shirts. It was initially planned to run for only two or three years, but the show is now headed into its seventh season. While new employees are not mandated to watch previous seasons, the show's popularity has led to group binge-watching to catch up on early episodes.

DATADOG’S $65M/YEAR CUSTOMER MYSTERY SOLVED

JACK DORSEY-BACKED BLUESKY GAINS STEAM AGAINST ELON MUSK'S TWITTER

WORKS & WHAT DOESN'T

A case example of how a public pitch resulted in a $350 million Series A valuation.

BREX'S PROMPT ENGINEERING GUIDE

This guide covers the history of LLMs and strategies, guidelines, and safety recommendations for working with them.

THE JAVASCRIPT ECOSYSTEM IS DELIGHTFULLY WEIRD

ESTIMATED IQ DISTRIBUTION OF CHILDREN GIVEN IQ OF PARENTS