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The real carbon cost of using ChatGPT, why big tech projects fail, and what makes Node.js tick under the hood. Plus, weāre looking at how to actually run AI on Kubernetes without the usual pain, and why the junior dev market might not be as doomed as it seems.
Travis Media
May 13, 2025
Hey everybody,
This week we're digging into the real carbon cost of using ChatGPT, why big tech projects fail, and what makes Node.js tick under the hood. Plus, weāre looking at how to actually run AI on Kubernetes without the usual pain, and why the junior dev market might not be as doomed as it seems.
Letās dive in!
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āļø What's the carbon footprint of using ChatGPT?
Worried that using ChatGPT is wrecking the planet? You're not alone, even climate experts have felt the guilt. But after digging into the data, Hannah Ritchie says itās time to stop stressing. Hereās why your personal AI use might not be the environmental villain you think it is.
š¢ How projects fail at large tech companies
Why do big tech projects crash and burn? It's not just bad code or missed deadlines. After a decade of watching failures unfold, Sean Goedecke breaks down the real reasons behind the chaos, from unhappy execs to user backlash. Hereās whatās really going wrong.
šļø How Node.js Works Behind the Scenes
Ever wonder why the Node.js Event Loop feels so complex? Itās not just to confuse you. Unlike browsers, Node.js runs JavaScript everywhere, from handling files to managing low-level system tasks. This breakdown reveals why its Event Loop is built differently and why mastering it is key to writing high-performance backend code.
š§ AI on Kubernetes Without the Pain
Kubernetes wasnāt built with AI in mind, and it shows. While it's great for microservices, AI needs more flexibility, interactivity, and raw compute power. This post breaks down why traditional Kubernetes struggles with AI and how SkyPilot bridges the gap to make AI deployment smoother and more cost-effective.
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Iām Worried About Junior Developers
Yeah, the junior dev job marketās a little rocky right now, but thatās not the whole story. Junior roles are shifting, sure, but so is the industry. This blog takes a look at what is really going on, so that you can stay one step ahead.
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