15 August 2024

19 links · Thursday

Use R to prompt a local LLM with ollamar

Using R to prompt llama3.1:70b running on my laptop with Ollama + ollamar to tell me what's interesting about a set of genes, and to summarize recent bioRxiv preprints

What can software developers really learn from SpaceX Raptor 3 engine?

On August 3rd, SpaceX revealed the Raptor 3 engine which looks stunning: They have achieved a very impressive sleek and simplified design while greatly increasing the specs. The difference is even more striking when seen compared to its previous iterations:

Plates and states

On a recent trip to the US, I learnt a surprising amount from watching the license plates on passing cars.