Hacker News with Generative AI: Constraints

Biological Organisation as Closure of Constraints (sciencedirect.com)
We propose a conceptual and formal characterisation of biological organisation as a closure of constraints.
Biology, Science, Constraints, Theory
5 points by Fibra 12 days ago | 0 comments
The Creative Power of Constraints (arun.is)
One of the most marvelous aspects of the human experience is creativity. Yet, for those in the business of creativity, the creative act can be both the most rewarding and the most frustrating experience in life. Sometimes the mind is drenched in free, flowing ideas. Other times, the mind feels just like a desert, producing nothing.
Creativity, Constraints, Psychology, Human Experience
34 points by zhenpixels 18 days ago | 10 comments
Ink and Switch Constraint System (2023) (inkandswitch.com)
At the beginning of phase 2, we weren’t sure what to do about constraints. Based on past exploration, constraints seemed to hold a lot of promise but were notoriously unreliable. A good constraint system could unify and power a number of key aspects of the dynamic medium we seek. It would allow for mechanical constructions, like a rope and pulley, that feel physically correct.
Software Development, Constraints, Game Design
89 points by mpweiher 35 days ago | 13 comments
Constraints and Guarantees (jfmengels.net)
I love having guarantees, things that I know are true about the code or system that I’m working with. They make me more productive, less anxious about making a change, and they make others confident enough to send people to space.
Software Development, Guarantees, Constraints
16 points by todsacerdoti 249 days ago | 4 comments