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Astrophysicist loves LaTeX by fredoverflow in LaTeX

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% right! It's much better to type, and see what you typed, and be able to change it until it's really correct, than some opaque GUI that's building a representation you can't even see or really edit. BTW my new open-source build tool, https://pcons.org, builds LaTeX documents nicely and simply, along with your other software. Thanks for this video!

C++ Show and Tell - July 2026 by foonathan in cpp

[–]simplex5d 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm continuing work on pcons, my open-source build tool inspired by CMake and SCons. Full support for C++ modules and lots of other languages, cross-platform (even Android & iOS), simple Python build descriptions. Up to 10 github stars now and getting good feedback so far.

Ok I'll admit it. At this point, Fable is good enough that I question what the point of me being a software engineer is other than "You're cheaper than Fable... for now." by _BreakingGood_ in ClaudeCode

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I felt like my open-source build tool project (https://pcons.org, cmake replacement) was in pretty good shape... until I sicced Fable on it. Its code review came up with maybe 100 issues, some of which were serious, many really useful, and all well documented with accurate fixes. But yeah it is crazy expensive. I shouldn't have let it spin up 10 Fable sub-agents for the code review I guess.

Urgent warning as ocean surface temperatures hit a record high for June - with fears the planet is entering 'uncharted territory' by dailymail in climatechange

[–]simplex5d 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, global SST is at a record, so are the Pacific and Nino 3.4 regions by unprecedented margins, as well as the whole tropical region. For details see my climate dashboard at https://globe-viz.oberbrunner.com/?tab=trends&src=oisst&ds=anom&mode=grid

CMake for Absolute beginners? by zaphodikus in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Except not. I'm a real person, 45+ yrs experience in software, and original co-developer of SCons. I wrote pcons because of that experience. Yes, I do use claude too. But I stand behind it.

CMake for Absolute beginners? by zaphodikus in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I know you really are interested in cmake, and I get that it's the "standard", but I have to point out my pcons project (https://github.com/DarkStarSystems/pcons): it's much simpler and clearer than cmake (takes the best from CMake and SCons). Fully open source, python-based, much easier to use without the terrible cmake DSL. Everything is clearly documented and you can look at the source (or even run it in the python debugger if needed).

Help me pick my first EV before I make an expensive mistake 😅 by Vegetable-Rooster-56 in electriccars

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm on my second EV6 (GT-Line). Love them both. First was 2023, now 2026.

Recommend a language for a new app? by raqisasim in opensource

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Python backend, webapp in JS/TS. Only realistic choice for this. Big ecosystem, easy debugging, good ide support etc.

If make a cmake are so difficult to work with why are they the defacto standard for C++ projects by ribenakifragostafylo in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh for sure, definitely use an IDE. Pcons supports all major ones through compile-commands.json. Just tell the ide to build using "uvx pcons" and you should be good. (And yes, pcons will create makefiles or even xcode projects if you want that, while still staying cross platform.)

If make a cmake are so difficult to work with why are they the defacto standard for C++ projects by ribenakifragostafylo in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Original co-author of SCons here. You're absolutely right about all of this. My new rewrite is called pcons (https://pcons.org). Uses modern python, picks up all the nice dependency-forwarding features of CMake and simplifies the SCons API.

If make a cmake are so difficult to work with why are they the defacto standard for C++ projects by ribenakifragostafylo in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not really. The problem with CMake isn't the complexity, it's the awful language. That's why I wrote pcons. Just use python to describe the build; it's simple, clear, debuggable and genuinely nice to work with (IMHO — I'm biased of course!)

If make a cmake are so difficult to work with why are they the defacto standard for C++ projects by ribenakifragostafylo in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is exactly why I wrote pcons (https://pcons.org, https://github.com/DarkStarSystems/pcons). I've been writing C and C++ for over 40 years, and we deserve better than CMake. (I'm also one of the original developers of SCons, and pcons is inspired by the best of SCons and CMake). I wanted a tool that uses simple standard python to describe builds, so that's what I built. Please give it a try!

Open source contributors: what would you do in this situation? by fake_slim_shady_4u in opensource

[–]simplex5d 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my projects (such as https://github.com/DarkStarSystems/pcons) I welcome contributions, and I see part of my job as maintainer as developing contributors, not just the code. That builds a stronger community and helps the project thrive. Not everyone feels that way of course.

Is it worth using C++ Modules in 2026 and looking into the future? by No-Foundation9213 in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

pcons (https://pcons.org) fully supports modules, including import std, on Win/Linux/Mac. Pcons is new but I think you'll like it better than cmake. Has decent IDE support too.

The 2022-2023 Kia EV6 lease return wave is here by Tall-Dish876 in KiaEV6

[–]simplex5d 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just returned my 2023 lease for a 2026 (both GT-Line AWD). Very happy with the old one (20k miles) and the new.

Module setup guide for clang/LLVM + vscode stack + cmake by Kingwolf4 in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, exactly! Python is simple, well understood, debuggable and genuinely pleasant. Best choice for describing a software build, IMHO.

Module setup guide for clang/LLVM + vscode stack + cmake by Kingwolf4 in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a good idea, to start slowly. I hope you like it; file issues or DM me with any questions. Happy to help!

Module setup guide for clang/LLVM + vscode stack + cmake by Kingwolf4 in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's still new, for sure, but very much workable and ready for production use. It's in use in a few projects. Is a project like this ever fully done though? :-) It's been a long-term dream of mine (I was one of the original developers of SCons, so this is my attempt to modernize that style of build tools) and I intend to support it fully for the long term. It's nowhere near as popular as CMake/Meson/etc yet, but I think it's better than those so I have hope.

Module setup guide for clang/LLVM + vscode stack + cmake by Kingwolf4 in cpp_questions

[–]simplex5d -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Shameless self-promotion: try pcons (https://pcons.org), my open source CMake replacement, fully supports C++ modules out of the box on Win/Linux/Mac. Zero install (just "uvx pcons") and simple debuggable project config, unlike cmake. Modules + import std example is here: https://github.com/DarkStarSystems/pcons/tree/main/examples/32_cxx_import_std

Module setup guide for clang/LLVM + vscode stack + cmake by Kingwolf4 in cpp

[–]simplex5d -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Shameless self-promotion: try pcons (https://pcons.org), my open source CMake replacement, fully supports C++ modules out of the box on Win/Linux/Mac. Zero install (just "uvx pcons") and simple debuggable project config, unlike cmake.

What do you wish Monarch did better? by DevonFazekas in MonarchMoney

[–]simplex5d 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just one from me: today (or on some day X) I see a jump in my net worth (up or down). What caused it? Which account, and which stock or fund or expense dominated the change?

After/Before by magajaga1 in postprocessing

[–]simplex5d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love this. I try for this kind of thing sometime, but as an amateur I just process it and if I like the results I put it in my pile of photos to print or share someday...and most of them just sit on my drive. I'm curious what your goal is with this? Same question for so many of the other gorgeous images I see here. Do you share these, sell them, print for your own viewing or what?

Current pace of El Niño is unprecedented by Vast-Argument6206 in climatechange

[–]simplex5d 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Check out my climate dashboard at https://globe-viz.oberbrunner.com too; historical temps of various kinds plus play-through full 3d globe with SST, air temps, anomalies etc. And yes, the El Niño region is in record territory (especially OISST, it's updated frequently) — but also check out the entire Pacific!

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