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Intention & Reflection

The Wisdom Project β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 02 Feb 25
🚌 Education Personal Development Productivity Self-reflection Goal setting
  1. Knowing what you want is key to productivity. Take time to plan your goals for health, career, and relationships.
  2. After taking action, it's important to reflect on whether you achieved what you set out to do. This helps you understand your progress.
  3. Combining intention and reflection is the essence of productivity. Every productivity method is trying to teach you this simple truth.

Econ 196: WEEK 1: Introduction, & the Very Longest Run Shape of Human Population History

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 02 Jan 26
🚌 Education Higher education Economic History Quantitative Methods Data science Course design
  1. The course is a quantitative, long-run global economic history class that teaches data-science literacy (including Python) to analyze population and income trends.
  2. Grades are intentionally generous but contingent on showing up, doing pre-class work, and participatingβ€”skip or zone out and you lose that privilege.
  3. Expect weekly short writing assignments, background readings, small data exercises, and optional Thursday Zoom sessions, with all logistics and materials posted on the course site.

On studying mathematics

ThΓ‘i | Hacker | Kα»Ή sΖ° tin tαΊ·c β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 20 Aug 19
🚌 Education Mathematics Learning Teaching Beauty Challenges
  1. Studying math is essential for various fields, as it offers a unique competitive advantage and is necessary for understanding complex systems and solving real-world problems.
  2. Math is not just about calculations, it's about beauty and joy. It allows you to explore the wonders of the universe and engage in mental games that have intrigued brilliant minds for centuries.
  3. Despite common negative experiences with math education, anyone can learn math and discover its beauty. Approach it with an open mind, and you might find yourself amazed by its elegance and power.

Pre-Class Assignment for Last Tuesday: 2026-01-20 :: Econ 196 :: Introduction & Population

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 22 Jan 26
🚌 Education Economics Demography Higher Ed Curriculum Lectures
  1. A pre-class assignment for an economics course asks students to complete several readings and answer five questions, with a Sunday-midnight deadline so the instructor can use responses to shape Tuesday’s class.
  2. Students are asked to describe how they learn best, what they fear, and how much of the reading they’ve finished so the teacher can tailor instruction to the class’s needs.
  3. The full post is behind a subscription paywall but offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers and a sign-in option for existing subscribers.
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πŸ’°5 Types of Wealth

The Wisdom Project β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 09 Feb 25
🚌 Education Personal Growth Self-help Financial Literacy Productivity Mental health
  1. Don't assume that reaching a goal will make you happy. True satisfaction comes from the journey, not just the destination.
  2. Time is your most valuable asset. Spend it wisely and focus on activities that truly matter to you.
  3. Build strong relationships and regularly check in with people who matter most in your life. Connections are a vital part of your overall wealth.

Course structure update

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 25 Jun 20
🚌 Education
  1. The online quantum formalism course will have a foundational course and two parallel tracks, one for finite-dimensional Hilbert spaces and another for infinite-dimensional Hilbert spaces.
  2. Track 1 is designed for those with little to zero knowledge of Hilbert spaces and will align with standard quantum computing textbooks.
  3. Track 2 is tailored for individuals with a more advanced mathematical background.

Course Start Date & Basic Pre-Requisites

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 12 Jul 20
🚌 Education Course
  1. The quantum formalism course will cover foundational topics before diving into mathematical formalism of quantum mechanics, with study materials sent on Fridays and live lectures hosted on Tuesdays.
  2. The course is set to begin on either August 21st or September 18th, with a preference survey available to choose the start date.
  3. Basic knowledge of complex numbers is assumed as a prerequisite for the course, with resources provided for those needing a refresher.

Last chance to register for live lecture #2!

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 24 Sep 20
🚌 Education Mathematics Online Learning
  1. The live lecture features abstract algebra and requires knowledge of complex numbers for participation.
  2. It is important to watch or attend the previous lecture to understand set theoretic conventions for the upcoming session.
  3. The Zaiku Group team advises viewers to make sure they are prepared and up to speed on the necessary materials for the live lecture.

Lecture #2: A Brief Introduction to Group Theory

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 26 Sep 20
🚌 Education Mathematics Online Learning Community Engagement
  1. The lecture provided a basic introduction to Group Theory, catering to those unfamiliar with the subject and uncomfortable with mathematical abstraction.
  2. The session covered important group-theoretic concepts like Binary Operations on Sets and Group Theory Axioms.
  3. The upcoming Matrix Groups section will delve into more complex topics like GL(2, C) Commutator.

Group Commutator Warning + Chat Community Volunteers

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 27 Sep 20
🚌 Education Mathematics Online Learning Community Building
  1. When computing the commutator, be cautious of existing software packages using a different formula than the group commutator defined in the lecture.
  2. Consider having community volunteers help moderate lectures to ensure smooth discussions and aid in clarifying concepts for others.
  3. Participants volunteering in the community will receive rewards such as a special badge and priority selection as hosts for fireside chats with industry and academia guests.

Lecture 8

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 07 Nov 20
🚌 Education Mathematics Lectures
  1. Lecture 8 covers Matrix Algebra - Part 1 as preparation for upcoming discussions on matrix groups like U(n) and SU(n).
  2. A future advanced module will delve into Lie Groups & Lie Algebras, offering an in-depth exploration.
  3. Links to lecture slides and Gitter community are provided for further engagement and resources.

Last 2020 Lecture!

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 17 Dec 20
🚌 Education Physics Mathematics
  1. The last session of 2020 will cover topics like normalised vectors, orthogonal vectors, and orthonormal bases.
  2. The lecture will also discuss topics such as bras, the dual space, and the Riesz Representation Theorem.
  3. Newcomers are welcome to join the lecture, but may find it challenging if they haven't attended previous sessions or lack an advanced background in physics/mathematics.

Lecture 12 Reminder

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 09 Dec 20
🚌 Education Quantum physics
  1. The lecture covers finite dimensional Hilbert spaces, including pre-lecture comments, the CM Formalism, and the Axioms of QM.
  2. Newcomers need prior exposure to concepts like complex vector spaces, linear independence, bases, and dimension to fully understand and engage in the session.
  3. The session will explore topics such as complex vector spaces, Hilbert space, dual space, and bra notation.

2020 Wrap-Up Comments

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 20 Dec 20
🚌 Education Quantum physics Mathematics
  1. Research talks have shifted online, making knowledge more accessible worldwide.
  2. Online quantum computation courses are on the rise, focusing more on mathematics for deeper understanding.
  3. Emphasizing mathematical knowledge can help talented individuals create groundbreaking quantum algorithms.

Lecture 14 Invitation

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 04 Jan 21
🚌 Education Physics Mathematics
  1. The invitation for Lecture 14 has been shared with details for the upcoming session.
  2. Newcomers are welcome, but it is advised to have a background in university-level physics and mathematics to follow along effectively.
  3. The registration link for the session is available for those who are interested in attending.

Session 15 Reminder

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 14 Jan 21
🚌 Education Science Mathematics Physics Quantum
  1. The session covers topics like Eigenvectors & Eigenvalues, Spectrum & Eigenspaces, Diagonalization, and The Spectral Theorem for Hermitian matrices.
  2. Newcomers are welcome, but may find it challenging if they haven't covered previous sessions or don't have a background in relevant university-level physics/mathematics.
  3. The upcoming session will focus on Quantum Axioms, the Shut up & Calculate Challenge, and Study Material Comments.

Lie Theory Module Prerequisite

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 30 Mar 21
🚌 Education Mathematics Physics
  1. Next module's prerequisite sessions are expected to start in June with a focus on Point-Set Topology & Metric Spaces.
  2. Following topics will include Topological Manifolds 101 and Representation Theory 101 before progressing to Lie Theory in Autumn.
  3. An additional free course planned by Zaiku Group later this year will cover Algebraic Topology & Topological Data Analysis, which will overlap with the prerequisite sessions.

Module II Prerequisite Schedule

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 22 Apr 21
🚌 Education Physics Webinar Online Learning
  1. Module II will likely start on June 25th, with a live session planned for the upcoming Tuesday to discuss the approach and required set-theoretic concepts.
  2. If you can't attend the live session, it will be available later on their YouTube channel, ensuring you don't miss out on important information.
  3. The session will cover the structure and various topics of the prerequisite to prepare quantum enthusiasts for the module, creating an opportunity for learning.

Discord Server Invitation + Background Poll

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 30 Jun 21
🚌 Education Topology Crash course Survey
  1. Join the Quantum Formalism Discord server for a topology crash course.
  2. The crash course will cover core concepts like topological spaces, closed sets, subspace topology, neighborhoods, and Hausdorff spaces.
  3. The course will include elements of Differential Geometry in the manifold section and participants are asked to fill out a short survey to help adjust the level of abstraction.

Replay + Invitation to Lecture 2

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 05 Jul 21
🚌 Education Quantum physics Topology
  1. Lecture one is now available on YouTube, split into Welcome & Agenda, PART A (Course Introduction & Comments), and PART B (the actual Topology lecture).
  2. The next lecture on Topology is scheduled for Friday, July 16, with registration open. Joining the Discord community is recommended to connect with others and set up study groups.
  3. There was a gap before the next lecture to allow time for understanding topological concepts and solving challenges. This was decided based on a poll to give participants more time for preparation.

Lecture 2 Replay

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 16 Jul 21
🚌 Education Quantum physics Topology
  1. The lecture replay covers a topology crash course.
  2. The session was split into 3 parts: Intro & Industry Fellowship Announcement, Main Lecture, and Extra About Measure Theory.
  3. The speaker promised a future crash course on Measure Theory & Functional Analysis to refine the definition of sigma-algebra in constructing one from finite topologies.

Lecture 6 Registration

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 29 Sep 21
🚌 Education Lecture Registration Topology
  1. Lecture 6 registration for the topology crash course is now open at the provided crowdcast link.
  2. The lecture will feature a cartoon joke at the end, involving a flat earth theorist and a mathematician (topologist).
  3. Joining the Discord community server is highly encouraged for more engagement and interaction.

Lecture 08 Replay

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 01 Nov 21
🚌 Education Mathematics Lectures
  1. The lecture covered the concept of a 'smooth manifold' which is crucial for understanding 'Lie Groups' to be discussed in Module II.
  2. Upcoming topics include diffeomorphisms, classification of smooth manifolds with interesting facts about certain dimensions like dimension 4.
  3. The crash course will end after Lecture 9, but extra sessions on advanced topics like fibre bundles are planned after career and hackathon Q&A sessions.

Certificate of Attendance versus Certificate of Completion + Quantum Webinar

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 04 Nov 21
🚌 Education Topology Certificates Crash course
  1. Two certificates are being issued for the crash course: Certificate of Attendance for those who attended the entire course, and Certificate of Completion for those who comprehend the basics discussed.
  2. The crash course covers topics like topological and smooth manifolds.
  3. A Quantum Webinar by Dr. Ryuji Takagi from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore is scheduled, presenting their recent ArXiv paper 'Fundamental limits of quantum error mitigation'.

Lecture 02 Registration Reminder + External Event

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 08 Mar 22
🚌 Education Lectures Community Events Study Social media
  1. Registration for Friday's live session is now open. Check the link provided to register.
  2. Community member George Zipperlen is giving a talk on Saturday about 'From Numbers to Tensors'. Interested individuals can register via the provided link.
  3. Consider joining the Discord community for group study sessions and follow Zaiku Group's LinkedIn and Twitter accounts for updates on their initiatives.

Book Review: "Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know" by Adam Grant 4/5

Poczwardowski Notes β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 09 Oct 21
🚌 Education Critical Thinking Personal Development Research
  1. Rethinking what we've learned is a valuable skill, starting with ourselves and extending to influencing others and fostering collective rethinking within organizations.
  2. Changing our minds goes beyond trivial debates, impacting our careers and even saving lives. The book blends research with engaging stories and humor.
  3. It's okay to change your perspective; it shows growth and learning. Embrace moments of being wrong as opportunities for progress.

The educational system is producing scions of machine anthropomorphism

Top Carbon Chauvinist β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 20 Aug 24
🚌 Education Teaching Methods Curriculum Development Educational Policy
  1. Educational systems are mixing up science and engineering, which can cause confusion. We should focus on understanding how things work and how to build better tools without merging the two ideas.
  2. Anthropomorphism, or giving machines human-like traits, is not helpful for technological progress. It's better to design machines for their specific tasks without trying to make them act like humans.
  3. Universities are continuing to teach outdated and incorrect ideas about machines. Educators need to correct these misconceptions rather than just pass them on to students.

Late start today (Group theory)!

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 12 Aug 22
🚌 Education Group Theory
  1. Today's session on Group theory is delayed by one hour due to a last-minute work commitment.
  2. Registration to attend the session can be found at https://www.crowdcast.io/c/group-theory-lecture-12.
  3. If you miss the live session, a recording will be uploaded on the YouTube playlist later tonight or Monday.

Book Review: "The Great Mental Models: General Thinking Concepts" Vol. I - by Farnam Street 4/5

Poczwardowski Notes β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 22 Jul 22
🚌 Education Mental models Decision-making Problem Solving
  1. The book presents 9 mental models with many examples and illustrations.
  2. It's the first volume in a series focusing on general thinking concepts, serving as a great introduction to the world of mental models.
  3. Implementing these concepts can enhance decision-making and problem-solving skills, benefiting personal growth and understanding.

Quick updates.

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 26 Aug 22
🚌 Education Mathematics Online Learning
  1. Group theory session today starting an hour later, registration page for attendance available
  2. Measure Theory & Functional Analysis (MTFA) course soon to release first lecture, homework challenge on GitHub
  3. QF LinkedIn page created, Discord community for group study sessions

Friday community updates.

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 09 Sep 22
🚌 Education Mathematics YouTube Discord Lectures
  1. Friday community updates include group theory live sessions covering various topics like cosets, index of subgroups, normal subgroups, and quotient groups.
  2. The upcoming Module II will focus on Lie Groups, Lie Algebras & Representations, following prerequisites like a crash course on Topology & Differential Geometry.
  3. Measure Theory & Functional Analysis Course offers valuable content on real analysis, Riemann's integration theory, sigma algebras, and solutions to assignments.

How soon would you like to wrap up the group theory course?

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 01 Nov 22
🚌 Education Group Theory Lectures Survey
  1. The group theory crash course is wrapping up soon, with only three lectures left to go.
  2. There are two options for wrapping up the course: November 25 with weekly lectures or December 9 with the current biweekly schedule.
  3. In the final lectures, there will be coverage of group representation theory to provide a preview before the Lie Groups & Representations course.

Group theory 2022 course wrap up!

Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 13 Dec 22
🚌 Education Mathematics Online Courses Certificates
  1. Certificates of completion were offered to regular attendees of the group theory course who have a baseline knowledge from certain lectures, preparing them for the next course on Lie Groups & Representations.
  2. The upcoming course on Lie Groups & Representations starting in January 2023 does not require completion of the previous crash courses, but having some baseline knowledge in certain areas is recommended for better understanding.
  3. After the Lie Groups & Representations course, there will be a virtual mini school focusing on practical applications such as quantum error correction, classical machine learning, and quantum machine learning.