SeachessIssue 2020-W20
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This week has been about time-series compression algorithms, Git over gRPC, Python and Rust and securing Firefox.
# Time-series compression algorithms, explained
An article that walks through a set of techniques to store more in less space.
# PyOxidizer
A tool for packaging and distributing Python applications.
Produces self-contained binaries like PyInstaller.
# Git clone over gRPC
An article about how to run Git over gRPC instead of HTTP or SSH by building a custom git remote helper.
# Keys.pub
A tool for managing keys for encryption and signing.
Similar to Keybase tech stack (from a former Keybase employee) but open source.
# Why software architects fail – and what to do about it (video)
A talk that brilliantly identifies the archetypes of developers / architects.
# Fuzzing Firefox with WebIDL
An article introducing the main concepts of fuzz testing and how the Firefox team uses it to identify bugs.