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Fridaygram: Course Builder, superhydrophobia, Easter Bacon

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In a recent edition of the Google Developers Blog's "Fridaygram," editor Scott Knaster highlights three intriguing developments. Google launched an online course, "Power Searching with Google," which was so successful that its creators, including Peter Norvig, transformed it into an open-source project called Course Builder, now available for broader use despite being an experimental tool. In research news, scientists from various institutions have discovered a method to boil water without creating bubbles, a breakthrough with potential applications in preventing vapor buildup and reducing surface drag. Additionally, Google has introduced a playful feature where users can find the "Bacon number" of their favorite actors, adding a fun twist to search activities. The "Fridaygram" series aims to share diverse and engaging stories, appealing to both developers and enthusiasts.