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On Logical Consistency
Let’s say you believe that the best way to write a computer program quickly is to avoid early optimization. One day, you notice yourself tinkering...
Understanding blockchain from a distributed computing perspective
Running programs on a single computer is great, but what if you want to run a program on multiple computers? For example, Amazon’s database is...
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On Logical Consistency
Let’s say you believe that the best way to write a computer program quickly is to avoid early optimization. One day, you notice yourself tinkering with a for loop for...
Managing time vs. managing attention
We often hear the refrain: “I don’t have time for this!” In reality, what this often means is: “I don’t have enough attention for this.” For people whose schedules are...
Understanding blockchain from a distributed computing perspective
Running programs on a single computer is great, but what if you want to run a program on multiple computers? For example, Amazon’s database is never going to fit on...
Long Walks at the Airport
Terminal B of the Salt Lake City airport is unique among the airport terminals I’ve been to. Perhaps as an homage to Utah’s love of nature, this destination features a...
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