rlawson

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by rlawson 3y ago
Learning Lua and (re)learning C. After 20+ years of Java and Python the minimalism is deeply satisfying
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by rlawson 3y ago
I very much like Lua and the fact that I can hold much of the language in my head. I do hate the local/global thing but on the other hand I really do appreciate it's simplicity
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by rlawson 3y ago
I second this. I'm a Java dev and so have been porting Spring Petclinic to redbean using fullmoon which is a Lua framework built on top of redbean by Paul Kulchenko (who also is the author of ZeroBrane studio - a nice lightweight Lua i
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by rlawson 3y ago
Well except a lot faster at runtime
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by rlawson 3y ago
You can use the excellent fullmoon framework that takes care of a lot for you https://github.com/pkulchenko/fullmoon Then using lua is not much different than python/flask
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by rlawson 3y ago
redbean wins! impressive!!
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Ask HN: Lua App Servers?
2 points by rlawson 3y ago|1 comments
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by rlawson 3y ago
Yeah, covid got me addicted to the news - altho I was always into politics. Have really made an effort to read less news and am much happier.
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by rlawson 3y ago
Things that make me think we have modern development all wrong First is htmx, second is ape/cosmoc/redbean/fullmoon
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by rlawson 3y ago
Nice work! I find cosmo/redbean/blink amazing and am anxious to start using more in prod
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by rlawson 3y ago
Thanks! I'll check it out
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Lua has been a real eye opener for this Java dev
6 points by rlawson 3y ago|3 comments
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by rlawson 3y ago
One of my favorite hobbies is browsing 80/90's computer magazines
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by rlawson 3y ago
Join tinkerdifferent and do the mac "C" study group - it's a lot of fun https://tinkerdifferent.com/threads/study-group-0-getting-yo...
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by rlawson 3y ago
Yes! I'm currently learning Lua now just because of redbean. I also recommend the excellent ZeroBrane IDE - https://studio.zerobrane.com/ As a Java/Python dev there is something about using such light weight and
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by rlawson 3y ago
Nice work! Just started on part 1
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by rlawson 3y ago
Thank you for sharing this story! Lot's of insights both personal and technical. Like you I find Postgres to be a foundational technology.
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by rlawson 3y ago
Exactly, we all get pulled in too far on occasion but unless you own the company you are always just replaceable hired help
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by rlawson 3y ago
Do you mind me asking what got you interested in coding and what kinds of things do you work on?
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by rlawson 3y ago
Look for companies that make money off the real world (not software) but need software to run. Pay is less but stability and work/life balance much better.
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by rlawson 3y ago
Yes these are great points! Also a very rewarding thing for me is to see people I have mentored/helped/managed grow in their careers. I worked with them when they were wee developers and now they are senior staff level
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by rlawson 3y ago
For me: Standing desk has helped a lot with back/neck pain. Large monitors set to a more age friendly resolution. Turmeric for cutting down on inflammation.
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by rlawson 3y ago
Yep - hobbies and exercise is huge. I added weights and it has made a lot of difference. Also have to be more aware of my posture and eye/head position to avoid back/neck strain (a standing desk helps a lot)
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by rlawson 3y ago
Yeah this 100%. I have always ran but I added weights and it had made a huge difference in how I feel. Also limit to one drink otherwise the next day is rough
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by rlawson 3y ago
I love that name. Not sure if Geek Geezer Guild is local only but if you decide to take it online let me know and I'd be happy to help.
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by rlawson 3y ago
Well I was hoping to take the easy way out and someone would have done it already. But I'm not averse to setting something up. I'd like an old school forum type thing - but then worry about spam and moderation. Still it is probabl
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by rlawson 3y ago
I think it's the social aspect that is what I am after - not so much specific tech side resources, although I always appreciate learning more. The ability to freely discuss the pros/cons of the tech industry from a coder perspecti
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by rlawson 3y ago
Definitely! Also where are my glasses?
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by rlawson 3y ago
Yes this exactly. Once you've been through a few cycles of madness it is fun to chat with others who have as well (plus helps you keep your sanity and perspective).
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by rlawson 3y ago
Yeah - not thinking tech skills. More along the lines of sometimes it's nice to hash things out with people who are approximately same age/experience level. I love working with younger devs and manage/mentor and appreciate th

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