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Google Brain’s AI predicts code from your previous edits

Posted in Software on 9th Apr, 2019
by Alex Muller

AI that can predict future source code changes from past edits might be an invaluable tool for programmers, but it’s a challenge that has yet to be fully conquered by researchers.

Algorithms provide more performance gain than hardware in many cases

Posted in Software on 24th Aug, 2018
by Alex Muller

Given the rate and the magnitude of algorithm evolution, many AI chip designs may become obsolete before their commercial releases.

Apples 'Everyone Can Code' program expands more broadly in Europe

Posted in Business on 19th Jan, 2018
by Alex Muller

The program, which Apple designed to help students learn how to build apps, launched in May 2017 but was initially limited to the U.S.

Microsoft and Code.org launch Minecraft tutorial to teach kids how to code

Posted in Games on 17th Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

Microsoft has announced a partnership with Code.org that will see Minecraft arrive on the education agenda.

Nasa seeks coders to hunt asteroids

Posted in Software on 12th Mar, 2014
by Alex Muller

US space agency Nasa is seeking coders who could help prevent a global catastrophe by identifying asteroids that may crash into Earth.