Big data on the cheapest MacBook

kept by eddie mar 15

DuckDB benchmarks show an 8 GB MacBook Neo can run ClickBench and TPC-DS SF300 workloads, outperforming some larger cloud instances.

Distributed DuckDB Instance
OpenDuck is an open-source DuckDB extension that adds distributed query execution with differential storage and hybrid local-remote processing.
also on MotherDuck, DuckDB, #cloud-computing, #developer-tools
GitHub - matsonj/mviz: A chart & report builder designed for use by AI.
mviz is a skill for Claude that generates static HTML charts and reports from compact JSON specs, optimized for fast, AI-driven ad hoc analysis with 17 chart types and a 16-column grid.
also on MotherDuck, DuckDB, #developer-tools
Apple Is Making Hit Products and High Profits From Imperfect Chips - WSJ
Apple uses chips with defective cores disabled in cheaper devices like the MacBook Neo to boost profits, repurposing lower-performing processors.
also on MacBook Neo, #hardware
MacBook Neo sells out for April as demand for Apple's $599 laptop outpaces supply - 9to5Mac
Apple's $599 MacBook Neo sold out for April, with delivery dates pushing to May due to sustained demand since its March 11 launch.
also on MacBook Neo, #hardware
Ironclaw — AI CRM, hosted locally on your Mac
DenchClaw is an open-source AI CRM and workflow automation tool that runs locally on a Mac, using a Chrome profile to automate tasks like database queries, lead enrichment, and outreach.
also on DuckDB, #developer-tools