Emmanuel M. Smith @mraxilus@librem.one

Richard Feldman investigates why functional programming isn't the norm. [1]
No killer apps, no exclusivity, transition difficulty, marketing, and time.

I actually learned quite a bit about the history of programming languages.

[1]: https://mrxl.us/32Emb3K

#functional #programming #history

Veritasium provides an intuitive explanation of the Dzhanibekov effect. [1]
The Dzhanibekov effect is the phenomenon that causes rotating bodies to spontaneously flip in low gravity environments.
Yeah, I think I'm a little less confused about it now.. just a little.

1: https://mrxl.us/2NqgH9c

#knowledge #physics #space

Astronomers have verified that an earth-size exoplanet in a habitable zone contains water vapour. [1]
This makes the planet (K2-18b) a likely candidate for the discovery of extra terrestrial life.
Here's to a positive answer to the Drake equation.

1: https://mrxl.us/2ZZngGs

#knowledge #astronomy

Researchers have discovered an effective way to kill the malaria parasite. [1]
The parasite is currently becoming resistant to current medications.
Great news!

1: https://mrxl.us/2ZUyFaj

#knowledge

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