Hacker News Top Stories with Summaries (January 29, 2024)
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<h1> Hacker News Top Stories</h1>
<p>Here are the top stories from Hacker News with summaries for January 29, 2024 :</p>
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—-libcurl
Summary: The --libcurl command-line option in cURL allows users to generate a C program that uses libcurl to perform the same transfer as the cURL command-line tool. To use it, append --libcurl [filename] to the command line. The generated C program serves as a helpful reference for libcurl options and arguments. For example, running "curl http://example.com --libcurl example.c" creates a C program in the file "example.c" that performs the same transfer as the cURL command.
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There Is No Planet B (For Worldbuilding)
Summary: In an article discussing the complexity of fictional worlds, the author argues that even the most intricate creations, like Tolkien's Middle-earth, fall short in comparison to the real world. Fictional worlds often borrow elements from reality, but ultimately, they are limited by the imagination of their creators. The author suggests that exploring and colonizing new planets may provide inspiration for more complex and diverse fictional worlds.