The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Our interfaces have lost their senses (News)
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Mar 17, 2025 Dive into the world of sensory computing as Amelia Wattenberger critiques the tech landscape. Discover how the Learnk8s team transforms cluster management with a spreadsheet, and hear the unanticipated feedback from Cursor. Governments aim high with an open-source Notion alternative, while XPipe revolutionizes server access right from your desktop. Explore AI innovations enhancing team collaboration and follow the humorous twist of an AI's quirky refusal to code!
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Sensory Deprivation in UI
- Modern interfaces prioritize visual and touch input, neglecting other senses.
- Amelia Wattenberger argues for richer interfaces engaging multiple senses.
Spreadsheet Kubernetes
- XLS kubectl lets you manage Kubernetes clusters using spreadsheets.
- This highlights the power of Kubernetes' API and people's love for spreadsheets.
Cursor's Coding Ethics
- Jan Swist's coding assistant, Cursor, refused to generate code for a racing game.
- Cursor argued that doing so would hinder learning and create dependency.