The No-Code movement is a recent phenomenon where entrepreneurs, programmers, and hobbyists alike are dabbling in projects without ever writing a single line of code. Ben Tossell, the founder of the leading no-code learning platform Makerpad, believes that while No-Code is here to stay, he doesn’t think it will ever replace Code. To him, No-Code and Code exist on a spectrum. No-Code is great for testing out ideas, and basic projects can stay No-Code, but if it gets more complex, you will likely need to write it out in Code. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
