Quantum Computers: When 0 and 1 Exist at the Same Time
There are computers, supercomputers, and then there are quantum computers.
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Articles by Noman Ghani: what I build, how I build it, and what I learn on the way.
I Built PakAlerts Because Knowing What Is Happening Around You Matters
Snatching, robbery and theft are real problems in Pakistan. Many of us think about these things when heading out, travelling through unfamiliar areas, or deciding which route to take.
Stop Building a Data Pipeline for Every New Data Source
There is a pattern I have seen repeatedly in data engineering.
Seen by 12: Why Stories in Social Media Apps Feel Broken
I have a confession: I don’t fully understand stories in social media apps.
Why Is Gravity So Mysterious?
We use gravity every day. In fact, life wouldn’t be possible without it, and yet we still don’t fully understand it. Or do we? Let’s find out.
The State of Web Development
I’ve been building software long enough to see the same pattern repeat itself again and again. New tools arrive, people panic, roles are declared dead. Then, slowly, the industry adapts, and what actually changes is…
Why Most Projects Fail: The Two-Sided Coin
Gathering requirements is the cornerstone of every problem, be it a task, project, or whatever you want to call it. And arguably, this is the most important step. Well, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.
The Divine Principle of Balance: From Algebra to the Quran
Balancing equations. The foundation of Mathematics and the foundation of every field which depends on it.
Plug, Play, and Prompt: Rethinking Software Design in the Age of AI “Code Minions”
What if the real universal pattern isn’t a pattern at all, but a new way to work with code and AI together?
Architect’s Calculator: The Simple Math That Kills Unnecessary Complexity
In software architecture, there’s an ongoing tension between preparing for future scenarios and maintaining simplicity. This post explores a structured approach to evaluating when architectural complexity is justified.
Forget “Prompt Engineering.” The Real AI Skill You Need is Something Else
For the last couple of years, the entire world has been buzzing about “prompt engineering.” We’ve all seen the posts and guides telling us that the key to unlocking AI’s power is to write the perfect, magical prompt…
AI Hallucinations Are Getting Worse — And They Might Be Here to Stay
Despite ongoing upgrades to the reasoning capabilities of AI models, recent data shows these improvements may come at a cost: higher rates of AI hallucinations. Some of the latest language models appear to be producing…
The Unfolding Enigma: Can AI Train Itself to Be Better?
The world of Artificial Intelligence is a relentless frontier, constantly pushing the boundaries of what we thought possible. Among the most captivating and perhaps unsettling questions is: Can AI train itself? And if…