This article is a sponsored by BryntumTeam, assemble! Need to coordinate a crew of superheroes across the globe to save the world? A scheduler can help. Same for web applications that serve any group of collaborating users whether that includes wearing a cape or not. Event calendars and schedulers may often seem the same; sometimes, a calendar is all you need. However, a scheduler does a lot more than block out a day or time slot, especially for the supervisors and managers, i.e., the Nick Fury of the teams, who do more than give out assignments and due dates but also need to track the usage of available resources like staffs work hours, or inanimate resources, like an operating room in a hospital to ensure the efficiency of each task, resource, and process.In this post, youll find some of the best commercial web scheduler libraries (JavaScript based) with amazing UX and high efficiency that are currently available. Lets dive in right away, shall we?Bryntum SchedulerThis super easy to integrate scheduler works seamlessly with any frontend stack such as Angular, React, Vue, or vanilla JS. The Bryntum website has examples in all the supported frameworks, and numerous sample use-cases to assist your integration process. As for its appearance, if any of the modern themes provided with the scheduler wont do so, you can quickly achieve a tailored look using CSS or SASS variable-based styling while still maintaining high-performance and responsive rendering throughout different screen sizes.Now, the features are where the rubber meets the road. Drag and drop support; Export to Excel, PDF, and PNG; Custom data fields and filtering; Dependency arrows between events for process visualization; And many more. Heres a comprehensive list of their scheduler features at Bryntums website.Thats not all. Theres a Pro version. The highlight is the Resource Histogram which is an intuitive overview of resource allocation. Additionally, theres Travel time visualization, Overview of non-working hours, Skill matching, and more in the Pro tool chest. Plus, rewiring any of the default actions to your liking is an effortless undertaking due to the many configuration settings provided in the API.Support is available by means of professional services, active forums, and a slew of exhaustive documentation comprising live demos. You can start a 45-day free trial right away or contact their sales team for any inquiries regarding pricing and features.DHTMLX SchedulerHere is another modern scheduler with the availability of integrations with over ten different frameworks, including some of the popular JavaScript ones like jQuery. The DHTMLX scheduler offers a default theme (in both light and dark mode) uses gradients to standout. However, if thats not your cup of tea, and neither is any of the other themes, theres also the option to tinker under the CSS hood to customize the look.Apart from the fundamental features, like being able to set up recurring appointments, and the Pro features, theres also a Google Maps integration to include rich location data to the events. In Pro version, theres the multiple resource view the overview of allocated resources that comes handy in delegating tasks, and to track the efficiency of each delegation. PDF export is available as an add-on.Support is accessible through technical requests, forums, and API documentation. A 30-day free trial can be opted. For licensing and pricing, you can drop them a message or schedule a call.MindFusion SchedulerAlthough not feature-extensive but budget-friendly, the MindFusion scheduler (ready to download and test) is a good place to start if its rudimentary components are enough to get the job done for you and you dont mind rolling up your sleeves to do a little revamp.Basics like appointments, multiple calendar views, drag-and-drop, timetables for resources, and such are covered. CSS themes allow for easy alterations according to your preferences. Schedule export/Import in XML and JSON is included. A few sample use-cases are also available for you to peruse.For technical support, you can drop in a ticket, check out its forum, or even acquire any of its consulting services. They also offer discounts for eligible customers. Even though seemingly a little bland, their documentation is robust. For any queries, you can reach them through email or phone.DayPilot Pro SchedulerTheres an open-source version that you can build up from. However, the Pro version is something not to be missed out on. The period for technical support for the Pro version is less than that of what DayPilot s peers offer, but it doesnt skimp on features and is within a reasonable price for a single developer plan.Most features expected to be in a Pro version are included, like the Resources overview, Resources utilization snapshot, comprehensive filtering, drag and drop, export options, etc. Besides the handful of themes provided, custom styling can be done with CSS. Some samples are also available to learn from.The scheduler works with most of the common JavaScript libraries, and documentations are present for each separately. Support is available through forums and email. You can contact them for quotes and licensing queries. Theres a 60-days trial available. Syncfusion SchedulerWith a complete keyboard interaction setup, Syncfusion Scheduler is accessible and friendly. In addition to vanilla JavaScript, its also available for React, Angular, Vue, and Blazor frameworks.All major scheduler features are present. Appointments, Timelines, and Agendas are covered. Export is available in Excel documents; export and import are possible with iCal documents.Styling can be done by overriding the default CSS file. Theres a theme builder, too, to assist in creating a custom theme. And a few UI kits, like one for Adobe XD, is provided with the scheduler.API documentation is available for all supported integrations. Theres a 30-day trial period, or you can check out some editable demos to try the product. Or you can contact Syncfusion through a form or any of the contacts provided at their site for more information. Technical support is provided via requests and forums.ConclusionFor teams working remotely across the globe or together in an office, as well as for any group of collaborating users, a scheduler can be a valuable tool indeed. If youd like to share a scheduler that youve tried and loved, please let us know in the comments. Happy scheduling!

Unfolding along the Pacific Ocean, the five bedroom villa is as much a boon to El Salvadors tourism industry as it is the idea of spending quality time with your next of kin. The Al Suave House in Playa El Zonte can only be booked for a minimum of seven nights, which means that any large family or groups of friends that stay here are compelled to truly spend quality time together. Working out their problems, reestablishing bonds, and of course, enjoying some much-needed rest and relaxation is aided by the fact that this carefully planned indoor/outdoor home sits right along El Salvadors mostly undiscovered and unadulterated Pacific coastline; one revered by those in the know for its particularly good surfing conditions. Activities abound within and outside this expansive beach villa.Designed by Jos Roberto Paredes, founder of El Salvadorian and Spanish architectural firm Cincopatasalgato, and Paula Cabrera Gil of Pepe Cabrera Homes, the house cuts a unique figure as it makes the most of its tightly hemmed-in site. Massing along the propertys perimeter, a meandering river-like pool splits the structure in half as it heads out toward the ocean.Lofted volumes look inwards toward this central feature. In true tropical architecture fashion, this programmatic strategy allows natural breezes to filter through unobstructed, eliminating the need for especially energy-inefficient and environmentally harmful air conditioning.The overall design defined by gently sloped roofs and undulating open latticed fin facades evokes the surrounding nature. For this site-responsive motif, rendered in raw untreated wood, Paredes and his team drew inspiration from the fenced pathways that lead to the beach. Though boldly geometric in plan, the homes massing organically nestles into its surroundings from an elevation standpoint. Its outer structural shells, almost all glass, anchor enclosed inserts, which contain the sprawling interiors.Ground level operable walls completely open up, forming a seamless connection from indoor entertainment, kitchen, and dining areas to outdoor patios, rock gardens, and of course, the crashing ocean waves in the near distance.We really took our time to speak with the clients family, including the children, to truly grasp what was important to them, says Paredes. The result of this highly personal approach to design is a unique dwelling that resonates with the spirit of Playa El Zonte. Its a tropical haven where the essence of community, family, and exploration thrives. The property is shared by the homeowners and vacationers at different times of the year.Dynamically divided into an elongated pavilion with five en suite bedrooms sleeping a total of 12 on one side and another pavilion with double-height common areas, the home also incorporates a media room, childrens pavilion, and outdoor showers. Al Suave House, or Casa Al Suave is a particularly chill home that allows its guests to wake up every morning to the sound of the waves and views of the sea from every corner of the house, Cabrera Gil says.What: Al Suave HouseWhere: Playa El Zonte, El SalvadorHow much: Starting at $2,000 per night with a 7 night minimumDesign draw: Offering rest and relaxation with a carefully planned indoor/outdoor design, Al Suave House features a meandering river-like pool that splits the structure in half as it heads out toward the ocean. Gently sloped roofs and undulating open latticed fin facades give nod to surrounding nature. Though boldly geometric in plan, the homes massing organically nestles into its surroundings with outer structural shells, almost all glass, which contain the sprawling interiors.Book it: Al Suave HouseGo virtually on vacation withmore design destinations right here.Photography by Topofilia Studio.

If you're not a fan of the regular string flosswho really is?you might want to check out the Nicwell Water Dental Flosser, now at $27.99, down from $49.99. For an extra dollar or two, you can also get it in cute colors like pink and blue.Heres what you get in the package: three standard jet tips, a tongue scraper, and a brush tip for those with braces or dental implants. When it comes to operation, you can choose from four modes: normal, soft, pulse, and custom. The normal mode, although supposed to have standard pressure, has been reported by some reviewers to be quite strong and splashy. If you have sensitive gums, you should probably stay away from this mode and set your preferred pressure in the custom mode. A handy tip: always press the on button after placing the tip inside your mouth to avoid unexpected splashes.As for battery life, this waterproof flosser claims to last up to two weeks on a full charge and only takes about four hours to recharge. One user mentioned they used it twice a day and still got a weeks worth of use from a full charge. A couple of users also noted some issues with the tank's cover attachment, especially the hinge feeling a bit loose and flimsy. When comparing the Nicwell Water Dental Flosser to the Oral-B Advanced Cordless Water Flosser, theyre appeared pretty similar overall, especially with their cordless design and portability. Both come with multiple nozzle attachments, but Nicwell gives you more options with five tips compared to Oral-B's two. Theyre both waterproof and have a decent water reservoir. Youll find multiple flossing modes on both; Oral-B's modes are pre-set, while Nicwell lets you customize the pressure completely. Nicwell is a budget-friendly option at $27.99 (down from $49.99), while Oral-B, with similar features, is pricier at $73.58 (originally $89.99).

Its taken almost two years but a planned community of homes made with a gigantic 3D printer in Georgetown, Texas is almost complete.Reuters reports that the homes, which are part of a community called Wolf Ranch, are being built with a large 3D printer called the Vulcan thats 45 feet wide and weighs more than 4.75 tons. The project is part of a joint venture with the 3D printing construction developer ICON and the home construction company Lennar. It started in November of 2022 and crews are close to completing its goal of building 100 homes with the Vulcan by the end of the summer. Homeowners have already started moving into some of the completed 3D printed homes that range in price from $450,000 to $600,000. More than a quarter of the homes have been sold.ICONICONs 3D printer uses a mixture of concrete powder, water, sand and other materials to lay out stacks of tube-shaped concrete to construct walls and eventually a whole house. The homes are single-story dwellings with three to four bedrooms that take around three weeks to print. The foundation and metal roofs are made the old-fashioned way with human crews.Once printed, the walls look like giant stretches of corduroy, but they are designed to be resilient and sustainable even in extreme weather. They are also water resistant and energy efficient. The contemporary ranch-style designs for the houses were provided by the architectural firm BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, according to an ICON press release. The construction process has also been streamlined over the course of the project. ICON senior project manager Conner Jenkins told Reuters that construction started with five different building crews but its since been whittled down to just one crew and one robot printer.The only downside is the thickness of the walls interferes with WiFi signals. Residents have had to use mesh internet routers with broadcast signals located throughout the home instead of just a single router.ICON isnt just using its large scale 3D printer to make homes on Earth. NASA is reportedly interested in using the technology to build structures on the moon for its Artemis Moon exploration program scheduled to launch its first crew in September 2025.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/home/a-robotics-company-has-3d-printed-nearly-a-hundred-homes-in-texas-225830931.html?src=rss

Open 3D Engine 2024.09 is out in free public preview. Check out the changes in the new version of the open-source game engine, including initial support for AR and VR, and the option to create 'no code' projects without compilation.https://www.cgchannel.com/2024/08/open-3d-foundation-releases-o3de-24-09/

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The Dark Dungeons, made in UE5 by Pasquale Scionti, is running in real-time in Lumen. Trees are from Quixel Megascans, and the asset package is from Scans Factory Medieval Fantasy Ruins Get more info on the eerie environment over on his ArtStation: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/V2oY55

Yasin Demirden is the Co-Founder and CEO, SuperGears Games, and will be leading the Racing Kingdom: Creating high-fidelity mobile games with URP session at Unite Barcelona. He'll show you how they created performant, high-fidelity graphics and unparalleled sound quality to set new standards in the industryRegister here: unity.com/unite#Unite2024