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 Stay updated with the top 10 best tech websites & blogs in 2026. Explore the latest in technology, gadgets, and digital trends. Learn from experts and... Looking for the best tech websites and blogs to follow in 2024? Here's a quick guide to keep you updated with the latest in technology, gadgets, and digital trends. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a professional in the field, or simply curious about the latest in tech, these websites and blogs offer a wealth of information: https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/SybN7K9eMe https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/top-10-best-tech-websites-blogs-2026-daily-dev-afe52b41126a TechCrunch: Your go-to for startup tech news, investment insights, and interviews with industry leaders. The Verge: Offers reviews on the latest gadgets, insights into AI and automation, and interviews with tech moguls. Wired: Delves into how tech, science, and culture intertwine, with in-depth articles on emerging technologies. Ars Technica: Covers a broad spectrum o...

 'Preparing for an AI Future' is the theme of PreparationTech's 2025 Tech Skills which takes place on December 3, 2025 at the Amsterdam Public Library. Approximately 100 participants who are mostly high school students from groups under-represented in technology (females, racial and ethnic minorities, low income students) will attend this annual event which includes an inspiring keynote, talks about the personal journeys of tech professionals from different industries, speed dating, and a series of hands-on, AI-related workshops. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/rJ8pbgdlze https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/narcisse-ndeke-headlining-2025-preparationtech-tech-skills-day-event-c97102c11f38 Meet Our Keynote: Narcisse Ndeke, Strategist and Global Campaigns Expert (The Firm Consult) Narcisse Ndeke is a strategist and global campaigns expert specializing in branding and positioning. Born in Africa, raised in Europe, based in Asia, and employed by a US company, his international backg...

 Now in technical preview, the GitHub Copilot SDK can plan, invoke tools, edit files, and run commands as a programmable layer you can use in any application. Building agentic workflows from scratch is hard.  https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/ByJi88SgMg https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/build-an-agent-into-any-app-with-the-github-copilot-sdk-f0cc2767e515 You have to manage context across turns, orchestrate tools and commands, route between models, integrate MCP servers, and think through permissions, safety boundaries, and failure modes. Even before you reach your actual product logic, you’ve already built a small platform.  GitHub Copilot SDK (now in technical preview) removes that burden. It allows you to take the same Copilot agentic core that powers GitHub Copilot CLI and embed it in any application.   This gives you programmatic access to the same production-tested execution loop that powers GitHub Copilot CLI. That means instead of wiring your own planner, too...

 Explore the top 20 blogs from industry leaders, offering the latest technology trends and expert advice. Looking for the best software development blogs to level up your skills? Nearly 8 in 10 internet users regularly read blogs. Whether you're searching for a software developer blog with practical tutorials, engineering blogs from top tech companies, or software technology blogs covering industry trends—this curated list has you covered.  https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/HJfWwZVlzl https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/20-best-software-development-blogs-to-follow-in-2025-engineering-tech-b9a135eb70ff We've compiled the 20 best software blogs that every developer should follow in 2025, from company engineering blogs (Google, Netflix, Stripe) to independent blogs on software development. Here's what makes each worth your time. Types of Software Development Blogs Not all software blogs serve the same purpose. Here's how to choose which blogs on software development match your g...

Five steps to get from idea to polished result I’ve been working in the open source community for almost 5 years now, building and promoting developer tools including Meteor and Apollo. In that time, I’ve found that blogging is one of the most effective ways to spread ideas. A blog post doesn’t take as long to prepare as a video or conference talk, but is easy to consume and can reach a ton of people. I’ve also personally gotten a ton of benefit out of writing: it has helped me organize my thoughts, teach people about technologies I love, and get my name out there. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/ryLL0ifgGx https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/how-to-write-a-great-technical-blog-post-71f8ef8804d3 Since publishing my first blog post ever in 2014, I’ve ended up writing 68 posts so far here on Medium, some with over 50k views and 1000 fans, and edited many posts for my friends and coworkers. Over that time, I’ve picked up a few strategies for taking a post from concept to publication. In this ...

From the rapid growth of LLMs to the latest advances in machine learning, blogs are an effective method to learn about the real world. Here’s an expanded list of 20 must-follow tech blogs that focus on data science, machine learning, AI, large language models (LLMs), software development, and open-source projects. 1. OpenAI Blog Stay up-to-date with the latest AI models and developments from OpenAI, including insights into ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs). https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/HkzIp8-lzg https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/top-20-tech-blogs-every-developer-should-follow-2c116e1d80aa 2. Google AI Blog Covers research papers, practical applications, and news from Google’s cutting-edge AI initiatives. 3. DeepMind Blog DeepMind’s blog features breakthroughs in deep learning, reinforcement learning, and neuroscience-inspired AI. 4. Analytics Vidhya A top community-driven platform offering tutorials, competitions, and in-depth guides for data science professionals. 5...

 From next-gen audio gear to breakthrough smart devices, these latest tech releases reveal where innovation is actually heading in 2026 The past few weeks in consumer technology have delivered a steady stream of devices that feel less like incremental upgrades and more like signals of where the industry is heading. From next-gen audio gear to smarter home integrations and evolving mobile hardware, May 2026’s latest gadget releases show a clear shift: technology is becoming more specialized, more personal and in some cases, more invisible. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/Sy0xa3RyGx https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/best-new-gadgets-of-may-2026-that-are-redefining-everyday-tech-4794df4f0132 What stands out is not just the variety of devices hitting the market, but how they reflect a broader recalibration of priorities. Instead of chasing novelty, many of this year’s most compelling gadgets are refining everyday experiences sound quality, connectivity, portability in ways that are immed...

 Welcome to the ultimate collection of technical blogs curated for developers, students, coders, and system architects. This repository features insightful articles on software development, system design, DevOps, AI, cybersecurity, and more—helping you stay updated with the latest trends and best practices. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, these blogs provide in-depth knowledge, tutorials, and real-world experiences to enhance your skills. Contribute by adding your favorite resources and help build a comprehensive knowledge hub for the tech community.  https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/H1JTZwaJze https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/best-technical-blogs-you-must-follow-for-expert-insights-f316a4657cb2 Table of contents GitHub Engineering Blog LinkedIn Engineering Spotify Engineering Slack Engineering Stripe Engineering Microsoft developer blogs Meta Engineering Dropbox tech blog Netflix Techblog Uber Engineering Blog The Airbnb Tech blog AWS Architecture Blog Atlassian Blog Ca...

 Forget the idea of a single, all-conquering Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). In 2026, the AI landscape isn't one marathon; it's a multi-event Olympics. The "best" AI is no longer a single model. Success and market dominance now come down to excelling at one specific, practical function. This competition has become incredibly intense. The performance gap that once existed between US-based labs and the rest of the world has nearly vanished, with labs in China, France, and others emerging as major competitors, even leaders in some key areas, as noted in the State of AI Report 2025. For anyone in tech—developers, data practitioners, and leaders—a solid understanding of these foundational AI systems is no longer a luxury, but a core skill for survival. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/HyybtM2Jzg https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/the-best-ai-models-in-2026-what-model-to-pick-for-your-use-case-a4a707b82999 The definition of a competitor has also changed. We used to ta...

 In today’s digital age, technical blogging has become an essential tool for programmers, developers, and tech enthusiasts to showcase their expertise, share knowledge, and boost their professional profiles. Whether you’re a seasoned coder or just starting your journey in the world of programming, maintaining a technical blog can significantly enhance your career prospects and establish you as a thought leader in your field. This comprehensive guide will explore 73 strategies for effective technical blogging that will help you create compelling content, grow your audience, and elevate your professional standing. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/H1uROTckfx https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/73-strategies-for-effective-technical-blogging-to-boost-your-profile-e23b6411de1c 1. Define Your Niche and Target Audience Before diving into blogging, it’s crucial to identify your area of expertise and the audience you want to reach. Focusing on a specific niche will help you create more targeted a...

 The newest update to the CUDA Toolkit, version 13.0, features advancements to accelerate computing on the latest NVIDIA CPUs and GPUs. As a major release, it lays the foundation for all future developments coming to the full CUDA 13.X software lineup. You can access these new features now. This post highlights some of the new features and enhancements included with this release: Building the foundation for tile-based programming in CUDA Unification of the developer experience on Arm platforms, especially DGX Spark Updated OS and platform support, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 NVIDIA Nsight Developer Tools updates  Math libraries linear algebra and FFT updates NVCC Compiler updates, including an improved fatbin compression scheme, and support for GCC 15 and Clang 20 Accelerated Python cuda.core release and developer-friendly packaging Feature-complete architectures  Updated vector types with 32 byte alignment for increased performance on Blackwell Support for Jets...

Rebuilding durable foundations for future growth. As we look ahead to 2026, AI moves beyond experimentation and enters a phase of maturity. The upcoming year will see AI become the backbone of enterprise architecture, reshape software lifecycle development, and redefine cloud consumption. At the same time, enterprise systems are undergoing a fundamental shift toward intelligent operations, while tech sovereignty emerges as a strategic priority, driving organizations to build resilient interdependence.  Our Top Tech Trends for 2026 reflect this shift toward structural rebuilding, pointing to a single message: technology leadership in 2026 is no longer about experimentation, but about constructing the durable foundations that future innovation will depend on. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/B12HSG_1Mx https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/top-tech-trends-of-2026-cdd2ca956021 In today’s fast-paced business environment, understanding emerging technologies is essential for future planning....

 1. Recruiting from Scratch — Best Overall for AI and Technical Startups Specialization: Software engineers, AI/ML engineers, founding engineers, forward deployed engineers, staff engineers, and technical leadership at seed through Series C startups. Track record: 300+ engineers placed across 150+ companies. 19 forward deployed engineers placed at Palantir in 14 months. 13 engineers placed at Mercor during a rapid hiring sprint. Clients include Palantir, Scale AI, Mercor, Bugcrowd, Newfront, Decagon, 8 Sleep, Coda, Mercury Systems, Windsurf, Alchemy, Dapper Labs, Resourcely, and Octave. How they work: Contingency-based, no retained fees. Average time from kickoff to accepted offer is 29 days, versus the industry average of 49 days. Presents 3 to 5 highly matched candidates per role rather than a high-volume resume dump. Candidate network covers 900,000+ professionals built from proactive sourcing. Best for: AI-native startups, seed and Series A/B companies hiring for technical role...

 The race for AI supremacy reached new heights in late 2025 with three groundbreaking releases: OpenAI's GPT-5.2, Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.5, and Google's Gemini 3 Pro. Each model brings unique strengths—GPT-5.2 dominates in reasoning and speed, Claude Opus 4.5 leads in coding tasks, while Gemini 3 Pro excels with its massive context window and multimodal capabilities. This comprehensive comparison breaks down performance benchmarks, pricing, and real-world applications to help you choose the right model for your needs. GPT-5.2: The Reasoning Powerhouse OpenAI released GPT-5 in August 2025, followed by GPT-5.1 in November and GPT-5.2 in December, marking their most ambitious model series yet. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/H1Bd2pzJGe https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/best-ai-models-2026-gpt-5-vs-claude-4-5-opus-vs-gemini-3-pro-complete-comparison-6e13fbe78b76 What's New in 2026 Breakthrough Performance: 100% accuracy on AIME 2025 mathematics competition 93.2% on GPQA Di...

 Whether you’re a working software engineer or a non-tech professional beginning your developer journey, you need reliable, easy-to-understand sources to stay in front of emerging trends and technology. From basic development skills to programming, new open-source software to trending news in the dev community and beyond, it can be overwhelming to try to keep up while balancing work, life, and personal growth.  That’s why we’re kicking off 2026 with a list of the 10 best tech blogs for developers that keep you informed in easy-to-digest posts. In no particular order, these software development blogs cover everything you need to know and help you integrate new tools into your workflows.  https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/HkPaD_bJfl https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/10-software-development-blogs-worth-bookmarking-c2007649ce07 Start with software development learning platforms (Not just blogs) If you're brand new to coding, jumping straight into blogs is like trying to learn swi...

 Plus the best graphics cards we've tested and the ones we recommend at different price points. One of the toughest parts of any new computer build or upgrade is finding the right video card. In a gaming PC, the GPU is easily the most important part, and you can limit your experience by going with the wrong model. The buying process can be frustrating, especially right now with memory shortages leading to higher prices. In this guide, we'll help you navigate the market and find the right GPU for your needs. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/r1eOdQekGg https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/how-to-buy-a-gpu-in-2026-7c006ff2d52a It's all about the games The first question to ask yourself is what kind of games do you want to play. Competitive shooters like Valorant, Overwatch and Marvel Rivals were designed to run on older hardware. As such, even entry-level GPUs like the GeForce RTX 5060 can push those games at 120 frames per second and above at 1080p (more on why that's important...

 Agentic workflows that run on every pull request can quietly accumulate large API bills. Here’s how we instrumented our own production workflows, found the inefficiencies, and built agents to fix them. GitHub Agentic Workflows is like a team of street sweepers that clean up little messes in your repo. These teams significantly improve repo hygiene and quality, but as with all agentic work, cost is a growing concern for developers. And because CI jobs like agentic workflows are automatically scheduled and triggered, costs can accumulate out of view. Thankfully, making automations more efficient is easier than doing the same for interactive desktop sessions. Work done during a developer session can be hard to predict, but agentic workflows’ work is fully specified in YAML and repeats every execution. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/B1dX_000Zx https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/improving-token-efficiency-in-github-agentic-workflows-84511d489b83 Because we maintain and use GitHub Agentic...

 TL;DR: This directory covers 500+ technical blogs across 16 specialized categories, every one vetted by a Draft.dev subject matter expert active in that field. Blogs are scored on five criteria: writing quality, publishing consistency, longevity, technical depth, and broad usefulness. Fewer than 35% of candidates make the final cut in any category. Software Development Blogs (24 blogs) — Architecture, testing, and engineering culture JavaScript Blogs (20 blogs) — Frontend frameworks, Node.js, and modern web development Python Blogs (20 blogs) — Web development, data science, and machine learning DevOps Blogs (27 blogs) — CI/CD, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure Engineering Blogs (30 blogs) — How Netflix, Uber, and tech giants solve problems at scale New entries are added and inactive blogs are removed on a yearly review cycle. If you find an exceptional blog not listed here, contact us to suggest it for the next update. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/B1W0mV3Cbx https://medium.com/...

 If Nvidia moves beyond GPUs to control more of the PC stack, tighter integration between chips, systems, and software could change how next-generation systems are built. (AI-generated image) Your Essential Cybersecurity Intelligence Briefing Discover the latest breaches and vulnerabilities, real-world examples from security leaders, and trends and tools to protect your organization. Sign up for Cybersecurity Dive's newsletter and get the critical insights you need to stay ahead of cyber threats. Sign up today. Every few decades, the tech industry shifts so dramatically that the landscape becomes unrecognizable. We saw it when IBM lost control of the PC to Microsoft and Intel, and again when the smartphone rendered the desktop an afterthought for the masses. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/ByfsxyjCbg https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/why-nvidia-might-acquire-a-pc-giant-ecb59a7f6d81 Today, we are standing on the precipice of another such shift. The rumor mill is churning with reports ...

 Really long introduction about how I started writing tech blog posts Technical skill and content creation are equally important for your software development or (software development adjacent) career. Technical skills such as coding help you to perform the job at a base level, but content creation can solidify you as a leader in the industry. I acknowledge that not everyone has the privilege of creating content alongside completing their daily job duties and personal responsibilities, but it is a worthy investment. Creating technical content can make it easier to land jobs, get promoted, and influence the direction of our industry because it enables hiring managers and other tech leaders to take a peek into your brain and your thought process. More importantly, it helps you absorb and solidify concepts that you’ve learned. You can be the smartest, most skilled software developer in the world, but if no one knows who you are, then your opportunities may be limited. Content creation...

 Background Medium is a network. It’s a place to share stories and ideas that matter — it’s where you move thinking forward, and people have spent 1.4 billion minutes — or 2.6 millennia — reading on Medium. We get over 25 million unique readers every month and tens of thousands of posts published each week. But we want Medium to be a place where the measure of success isn’t views, but viewpoints. Where the quality of the idea matters, not the author’s qualifications. A place where conversation pushes ideas forward and words still matter. https://hackmd.io/@alexaa34/SJRNgruR-g https://medium.com/@alexharris59600/the-stack-that-helped-medium-drive-2-6-millennia-of-reading-time-264c371285a6 I lead the engineering team. I was previously a Staff Software Engineer at Google, where I worked on Google+ and Gmail, and co-founded the Closure project. In past lives I’ve raced snowboards, jumped out of planes, and lived in the jungle. The Team I couldn’t be prouder of this team. It’s an awesom...