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October 27, 2023

Hacker News Top Stories with Summaries (October 28, 2023)

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        <h1> Hacker News Top Stories</h1>
        <p>Here are the top stories from Hacker News with summaries for October 28, 2023 :</p>

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When Gradient Descent Is a Kernel Method

https://cgad.ski/blog/when-gradient-descent-is-a-kernel-method.html

Summary: This article discusses how gradient descent can be viewed as a kernel method in solving regression problems. It explores the relationship between gradient descent steps, statistical properties of random functions, and initialization. The analysis relies on a "tangent kernel" and shows that the dynamics of gradient descent can be described in terms of a certain kernel function. The article also highlights the connection between Bayesian inference and gradient descent methods, as well as the benefits of early stopping, implicit regularization, and overparameterization in neural networks.

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Shadow: New browser engine made almost entirely in JavaScript

https://goose.icu/introducing-shadow/

Summary: Introducing , a new browser engine created almost entirely in JS by a software engineer for fun and learning purposes. The engine runs in your browser and uses the host browser for networking and renderer backend. While it may not work with 90% of websites, the project aims to spark interest and inspire others. The name is inspired by the defunct element, and the engine partially supports JavaScript.

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