⚡ Zig’s New Async I/O Explained (Text Edition)
A thoughtful and technically rich look at Zig’s evolving async architecture—valuable for anyone interested in language design and modern concurrency models.
Andrew Kelley details Zig’s new asynchronous I/O system in version 0.16.0, illustrating async/await mechanics, concurrency, and resource management through layered code examples. The post, adapted from a Zigtoberfest 2025 live demo, explores real-world bugs and design decisions behind the revamped std.Io interface. Kelley also teases upcoming features like IoUring and KQueue integration to boost I/O efficiency.
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🧩 Building a Web Server in C with FastCGI
An insightful, low-level guide that demystifies web server internals—ideal for developers exploring C-based backend performance and FastCGI integration.
This tutorial walks readers through creating a basic web server in C using FastCGI and Nginx. It covers environment setup, dependency installation, source file creation, and Makefile configuration, along with Nginx setup and testing. The project serves as a foundation for developers wanting hands-on experience with HTTP handling and low-level web infrastructure.
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🗂️ Keep It Clean: Adopting the XDG Base Directory Spec
A practical manifesto for better developer etiquette—encouraging cleaner, user-friendly software through simple adherence to open standards.
This article promotes adopting the XDG Base Directory Specification to keep home directories tidy by organizing config, cache, and data files under standardized paths like ~/.config and ~/.cache. It highlights benefits for backups, system consistency, and security, with examples in Go, Python, and Bash to implement the approach across different OS environments.
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💼 Bending Spoons Buys AOL for $1.5B
A fascinating snapshot of digital brand consolidation—Bending Spoons is quietly becoming a powerhouse in rejuvenating legacy tech platforms.
Italian tech firm Bending Spoons will acquire AOL from Apollo for about $1.5 billion, giving the platform’s 30 million users a new long-term owner. The company plans to improve AOL’s products and user experience through new technology investments backed by $4 billion in financing. Known for acquiring and revitalizing established brands like Vimeo, Bending Spoons continues to expand its digital portfolio.
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