As someone who didn't follow the conventional path into software engineering via a CS degree, Nand2Tetris has helped fill in a lot of gaps in my knowledge.
I completed part 1 of Nand2Tetris in 2023 and this year I'm working my way through part 2 where you write a compiler and OS for the architecture that you built in part 1. It feels great to finally start understanding concepts like memory management, virtual machines and compilers.
Interesting how having intellectual curiosity as the goal, rather than the ubiquitous 'an inclusive space where everyone can feel safe', has ended up in a forum that's much 'safer' and less toxic than most places on the Internet.
I'm surprised that some are siding with AirBnB, despite the fact that AirBnb themselves reversed their decision after being contacted by the media.
Suddenly removing a customer from a platform, and then denying them the right to appeal, is obviously wrong. Unfortunately it's not just AirBnb. Many people have experienced similar kafkaesque treatment in the hands of large private corporations.
This is a good move in my opinion. Content moderation for small groups can and should be handled by a few members of the community. Once a community becomes a public platform, content moderation should be governed by a country's constitution.
I completed part 1 of Nand2Tetris in 2023 and this year I'm working my way through part 2 where you write a compiler and OS for the architecture that you built in part 1. It feels great to finally start understanding concepts like memory management, virtual machines and compilers.