CODE
Coverage of CODE in the Nexus archive.
- Retrenchments in Kerala: Labour codes and its rules | Explained
The article explains provisions in Chapter XI of the Code requiring the government to establish a worker re-skilling fund, with employers contributing an amount equal to 15 days’ wages from a worker’s last drawn salary before retrenchment.
- Chasing new skills, going back to basics and pushing for collective action: how software engineers are adapting to AI
AI has disrupted software engineering, leading to layoffs and underemployment. Software engineers like Matt are adapting by working on personal projects to maintain coding skills amid job roles shifting toward reviewing AI-generated code.
- Collabora releases CODE 26.04 as rivalry between FOSS cloudy office suites heats up
Collabora released CODE 26.04, a web-based office suite with improved AI integration (off by default), Markdown support, enhanced Track Changes, and accessibility features. The update reflects growing competition in the FOSS cloud office market and shares improvements with LibreOffice due to overlapping development.
- Dreame’s L20 Ultra robovac is an unbeatable deal for $280
Dreame’s L20 Ultra robot vacuum, a hybrid cleaning device with automatic bin-emptying, self-washing mops, and AI obstacle avoidance, is available for $279.99 (down from $1,400) via Wellbots with code L20VERGE. It offers 7,000Pa suction, dual oscillating mop pads, and a 75-day dust bin capacity, making it a premium option at this price point.
- Glasswing Secured the Code. The Rest of Your Stack Is Still on You
Glasswing has secured code, but vulnerabilities persist in other areas like shadow IT, SaaS, and emerging shadow AI. Attackers can exploit these without needing advanced AI models.
- Hear your agent suffer through your code
The article 'Hear your agent suffer through your code' introduces a GitHub project by Andrew Vos that simulates an AI agent struggling with code tasks. The post has gained 29 points and 7 comments on Hacker News, indicating moderate community engagement.
- Code is ‘functional’ free speech under the First Amendment: Coin Center
Coin Center argues that code is 'functional' free speech under the First Amendment, as crypto software developers face concerns over potential criminal liability for publishing their software, following recent high-profile convictions.
- Schematik Is ‘Cursor for Hardware.’ Anthropic Wants In
Schematik is a program designed to assist with coding for physical devices, aiming to avoid accidents. Anthropic has shown interest in the project.