Tooling

This article from May 1, 2015 reviews the 10 best coding academies for coders on a budget, including in-person and online courses. via The Next Web.

Digital Inspiration published their picks for essential Mac apps in 2023, prioritizing lesser-known and mostly free apps compatible with current macOS versions.

Elon Musk's Tesla Energy aims to bring lithium-ion batteries for homes and businesses, hoping to revolutionize energy use like cellphones replaced landlines.

via Quartz

Microsoft's experiment in facial recognition, #HowOldRobot, went viral in 2015, showcasing the company's machine learning capabilities and sparking amusement on social media. via Digiday.

SnapStream's massive DVRs, popular in media production, are now available in a smaller, more affordable model with social media integration features. via Ars Technica.

IPG Media Lab discusses Buzzfeed's content tracking tool "Pound," which reveals insights about how social networks drive sharing. via The source of this content is IPG Media Lab.

Facebook shuts down an API that allowed apps to access information about users' friends without consent, effective April 30, 2015. via The Next Web.

Tim Ferriss announces the digital release of his TV show "The Tim Ferriss Experiment" on iTunes, offering bonuses for buyers and a contest for promoters. via The Blog of Author Tim Ferriss

Elon Musk's favorite video game is finally ready to launch version 1.0 after years in development. via Quartz

Hackaday highlights projects aiming to make it easier to grow fresh food in urban environments. via Hackaday.

Stone Brewing Co. has released Stone Ruination Double IPA 2.0, a reimagined version of their original West Coast double IPA. via Brewbound.com

Social Media Examiner shares eight tips for growing your Facebook audience organically and through advertising. via Social Media Examiner.