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+Tuesday, Jan 21st, 2025 • Niall Maher
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+# 🪄 CSS Magic, AI Breakthroughs, and My Big Announcement!
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+I've been busy ramping things up for [AI Crush](https://www.crushconf.com/)!
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+I'm really excited to start announcing speakers and partnerships as we aim to build our first conference. It's an incredible experience so far, and I can't wait to share more soon.
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+For now, here are some great reads and tools to brighten your week. Let's get into it!
+
+## 📚 This Week's Picks
+
+**[DeepSeek's Reasoning Model Beats OpenAI's O1 (5 min)](https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/20/deepseek-claims-its-reasoning-model-beats-openais-o1-on-certain-benchmarks/)**  
+DeepSeek has made a model that can think and reason better than OpenAI's O1 in some tests. This could be a big step forward for AI tools.
+
+**[Think Twice Before Using GitHub Actions (7 min)](https://ninkovic.dev/blog/2025/think-twice-before-using-github-actions)**  
+GitHub Actions are great, but they can also bring problems. This article explains what to watch out for and how to avoid common issues.
+
+**[CSS `text-box-trim` Is Here! (4 min)](https://developer.chrome.com/blog/css-text-box-trim/)**  
+A new CSS tool makes text layout easier and more predictable. This is great for frontend developers looking to save time and fix common design problems.
+
+**[The Challenge of Secure Memory in Modern Systems (10 min)](https://lwn.net/Articles/1003780/)**  
+This article talks about how computers can keep memory safe while still working fast. It's a good read for anyone interested in how computers really work.
+
+**[Accessibility Essentials for Front-End Developers (8 min)](https://martijnhols.nl/blog/accessibility-essentials-every-front-end-developer-should-know/)**  
+Learn the basics of making websites that everyone can use, including people with disabilities. These tips are simple to follow and can make a big difference.
+
+**[Searchlight (repo)](https://github.com/ravelantunes/Searchlight)**  
+A search engine you can customize to fit your needs. It's open-source and great for trying out new ideas in search technology.
+
+## 📖 Book of the Week
+
+**[Feel-Good Productivity: How to Do More of What Matters to You](https://amzn.to/4hnL2PA)**  
+The secret to productivity isn't discipline. It's joy.
+
+Most people think productivity is all about hard work, frustration, and grind. But Dr. Ali Abdaal shows a happier way to success.
+
+In this book, he shares research-backed ideas to help you get more done while feeling good about it. You'll learn:
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+- The three things that make productivity enjoyable
+- How to beat procrastination and stay focused
+- Ways to avoid burnout and find lasting happiness
+
+With stories of founders, athletes, and Nobel winners, this book shows how to work smarter, not harder. It's full of easy tips you can start using today to live better and accomplish more.
+
+## 🛠️ Something Cool
+
+**[ARIA DevTools](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/aria-devtools/dneemiigcbbgbdjlcdjjnianlikimpck)**  
+This Chrome extension makes it easy to check how accessible your website is. It shows the roles, states, and properties of elements on your page.
+
+## 🧠 AI Crush CFP
+
+I'm hosting my first conference!
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+It's called AI Crush, and it's in Belfast. We're looking for presenters to share their insights on **May 9th, 2025**. This inaugural event is a unique opportunity to be part of something special in Northern Ireland's growing tech scene.
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+Whether you're building AI-powered applications, exploring machine learning architectures, or implementing practical AI solutions, we want to hear your story. As a first-year conference, speakers have the rare opportunity to help shape the event's direction and be part of its founding moment.
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+Think you've got something valuable to share? Know someone who does? The CFP (Call for Presentations) is open now—don't miss your chance to be part of this groundbreaking event!
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+It's dual-track (one stage for developers and one for leadership), so we need talks for both stages.
+
+[Submit your proposal here](https://www.crushconf.com/cfp)
+
+## 🔗 Quick Links
+
+- [Codú TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@codu.co)
+- [Our YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@codu)
+- [Find us on Twitch](https://www.twitch.tv/codudotco)
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+**If you have any ideas or feedback, reply to this email.**
+
+Thanks, and stay awesome,
+
+Niall
+
+Founder @ [Codú](https://www.codu.co/?ref=newsletter)