How to Set Up Llama 3 Locally on a Mac (Without Ollama)

Learn how to set up Llama 3 on your Mac without using Ollama, following the official Meta release instructions. This step-by-step guide will help you get Llama 3 running locally, enabling you to leverage the full potential of the model…

How to Successfully Scale a Startup Engineering Team

Scaling a startup engineering team requires more than just hiring more developers. It's about creating a sustainable structure, improving processes, and fostering a culture of collaboration. In this guide, we’ll explore the strategies that…

Make It Correct, Clear, Concise, and Fast: The Essential Order for Programming Excellence

In software engineering, getting your code correct, clear, concise, and fast - in that order - is crucial. This guide breaks down why following this sequence ensures high-quality, maintainable, and performant code.

How To Keep Your NPM Packages Up to Date (And Why You Should)

Outdated npm packages can lead to security vulnerabilities and instability in your project. Discover effective strategies to keep your dependencies updated and avoid potential risks.

Ditch NoSQL: Why Postgres Is Likely the Only Database You'll Ever Need

Postgres (PostgreSQL) has become the go-to relational database for developers due to its reliability, flexibility, and extensibility. In a world where NoSQL once took center stage, Postgres has proven that it's likely the only database…



Wei-Ming Thor

I create practical guides on Software Engineering, Data Science, and Machine Learning.

Creator of ApX Machine Learning Platform

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Full-stack engineer who builds web and mobile apps. Now, exploring Machine Learning and Data Engineering. Read more

Writing unmaintainable code since 2010.

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