Author: Awais
you’ll stumble upon when doing AI engineering work is that there’s no real blueprint to follow. Yes, for the most basic parts of retrieval (the “R” in RAG), you can chunk documents, use semantic search on a query, re-rank the results, and so on. This part is well known. But once you start digging into this area, you begin to ask questions like: how can we call a system intelligent if it’s only able to read a few chunks here and there in a document? So, how do we make sure it has enough information to actually answer intelligently? Soon,…
Byte-Sized Brief Most US passwords are extremely weak and predictable.Simple number strings (123456) dominate every age group.Better password habits will help secure your accounts. Do you think your passwords stand out? NordPass looked at how people of different ages protect their accounts and found that most rely on the same predictable choices. In the US, ‘admin’ and ‘password’ are the most common, with over 500,000 accounts using them. The research shows that every age group leans a bit too much on short number runs like ‘12345.’ Older adults tend to mix in names, while younger groups opt for long number…
Thanksgiving food is hard to beat. Earthy herb-studded stuffing, buttery and creamy mashed potatoes, silky gravy, and tart cranberry sauce—all wrapped up with a slice of turkey. It’s hard to beat the flavors of his beloved holiday, especially when you can get a bit of every dish in each bite.But do have to enjoy these delicious flavor combinations only once a year? We don’t think so! Here are our favorite Thanksgiving-inspired meals, great for utilizing your leftovers—or for enjoying any time you’re craving some comfort food. The best part? You get a little taste of everything in each forkful. Save…
Google has integrated Gemini 3 in Search’s AI Mode. This marks the first time Google has shipped a Gemini model to Search on its release date. Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the U.S. can access Gemini 3 Pro by selecting “Thinking” from the model dropdown in AI Mode. Robby Stein, VP and GM of Google Search, wrote on X: “Gemini 3, our most intelligent model, is landing in Google Search today – starting with AI Mode. Excited that this is the first time we’re shipping a new Gemini model in Search on day one.” (1/5) Gemini 3, our…
Feels like everything passes through Gmail, right? How does anybody triage their inbox when it’s full of internal and external comms, new lead notifications, and emails from that newsletter you signed up for because you wanted a coupon for 20% off?Clutter accumulates fast. The best way to get ahead of it and make sure you don’t miss important emails is to keep your inbox organized. You don’t have to carve out loads of time to do this, either. With Zaps—that’s what we call our automated workflows—as well as AI-powered systems, it’s easy to stay in control of your inbox. To…
Apple’s latest MacBook Air M4 is now discounted to $750 for Black Friday. The deal applies to the entry-level 13-inch model, giving you the same sharp Liquid Retina display and impressive M4 performance that we praised in our review, now for less.The MacBook Air M4 continues Apple’s streak of refining what’s already its most popular laptop. It runs on the new M4 chip with a 10-core GPU, offering fast performance for everyday work, creative apps and light gaming. The upgrade from the M3 model is noticeable in both speed and efficiency, making it ideal for multitasking or editing photos and…
I know I’m not the only one who loves deviled eggs. With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, they’re most definitely about to make an appearance on many dinner tables, so we’re here to help you whip up the most delicious ones. There are countless deviled egg variations you can try to take your eggs up a notch, so we asked Chef Tyler Florence — co-owner of Wayfare Tavern and Food Network star — for his best deviled egg tips. Plus, we scoured Reddit to see how others are elevating this beloved side dish.If you want to impress your friends, family or coworkers…
If you’re as yet unfamiliar with what makes a “marry me” recipe, let me explain: The original is a chicken dish made with a roux-thickened sun-dried tomato sauce fortified with heavy cream and plenty of Parmesan cheese. It gets its name because it’s supposedly so good that serving it may just get you a marriage proposal. First published in 2016, over the years “The Original Marry Me Chicken,” first developed by Delish.com has been played with and riffed on by recipe developers and cooks everywhere. So, to celebrate the many “marry me” recipes now out there, we’ve pulled all the…
Zoox’s boxy robotaxis have been cruising the streets of San Francisco for about a year, and eager spectators can now climb aboard. The company said Tuesday it’s allowing members of the public to get off its waitlist and into its autonomous vehicles roaming the city. San Francisco is the second location in which Zoox, a subsidiary of Amazon, has opened up its ride-hailing service, following its September launch in Las Vegas. As part of what Zoox calls its Explorers program, early riders can use the service for free and share feedback before it opens up to the wider public. In San…
Christmas brings that cozy mix of cold nights and the perfect excuse to stay in with something warm to drink and a comforting movie to match the season. YouTube has a lot to offer if you’re in the mood for nostalgia, laughter, or a good dose of holiday cheer. Here’s a roundup of the best free Christmas movies on YouTube to keep your spirits bright. IMDb rating: 7.8/10Genre: Drama, Family, FantasyStarring: George C. Scott, Frank Finlay, Angela PleasanceDirector: Clive DonnerMotion Picture Rating: PGRunning Time: 1 hour, 40 minutes This is the entire film from 1984, originally based on the book by Charles…