Brian Knapp’s Newsletter

Brian Knapp's Newsletter explores a diverse range of subjects, focusing on personal development, motivation, and creativity across various fields such as coding, music, and life philosophy, infused with elements of spirituality and practical advice. It emphasizes learning, building habits, and passion-driven work alongside reflections on technology, finance, and personal experiences.

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The hottest Substack posts of Brian Knapp’s Newsletter

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How To Convert A Hash To Struct In Ruby

19 implied HN points • 21 May 23
🕹 Technology Programming
  1. Consider using Struct in Ruby as an alternative to OpenStruct for converting a hash into a structured object.
  2. The code provided demonstrates how to create a Struct with the same key/value pairs as a given Hash.
  3. This approach works well for simple data structures but may not handle nested structures effectively.
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The Will To Win by Berton Braley

19 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
📚 Literature Poem
  1. The poem 'The Will To Win' emphasizes the importance of working hard and persevering for what you desire.
  2. Having a strong desire and dedication towards a goal can lead to success.
  3. The poem highlights the mindset needed to overcome obstacles and achieve victory.

Is It Worth Winning?

19 implied HN points • 08 Apr 23
📖 Philosophy Self-reflection
  1. Before pursuing a goal, consider if it's truly worth achieving.
  2. Not every game or pursuit is worth winning or playing.
  3. Focus on what truly matters to you, and ignore the rest.

[Zero To Python] Day 8 - Saving To Text Files

19 implied HN points • 18 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Software Development
  1. Learn how to write to a file in Python by creating and opening a file, writing content to it, and then closing it.
  2. Practice writing journal entries to a file in Python by taking user input and writing it to a file instead of just printing it.
  3. Move from creating simple prototypes to building useful programs by adding more features to your code.

Heretics of Dune Book Review

19 implied HN points • 10 Feb 23
  1. The story in Heretics of Dune feels like a return to the style of the first book with its suspense and alien world.
  2. The book is packed with drama, intrigue, and fast-paced entertainment, making it a fun read.
  3. The characters in Heretics of Dune are fresh and new, deviating from the previous books' reliance on familiar themes.

The Hyper Creativity Experiment

39 implied HN points • 17 Jul 22
  1. Experiment with hyper-creativity and hyper-productivity to discover new, strange, creative ideas.
  2. Create and publish without a strict schedule or theme, focusing on staying in a creative zone.
  3. Eliminate friction, follow inspiration, and enjoy the creative process without worrying about metrics or monetization.

How Much I Made The First Month Using Distrokid (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube)

19 implied HN points • 05 Nov 22
  1. The post discusses the author's earnings from using Distrokid on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.
  2. The author shares that the results were surprising to them.
  3. The focus of the post is not just about the money but also about getting their music out for people to listen to.

PyGame Sudoku Grid Tutorial

19 implied HN points • 10 Sep 22
  1. The tutorial shows how to create a 9x9 Sudoku grid using PyGame in Python.
  2. The code includes creating a grid with lines and adding numbers to the cells.
  3. Future steps could involve importing game boards, implementing rules, user input, and verification.

Now Available Everywhere!

19 implied HN points • 24 Jul 22
  1. Morning Worship 1 is now available for streaming and purchase in every major music store.
  2. Find Morning Worship 1 on major music services or search for it in your preferred music platform.
  3. Enjoy the music and share it with friends, family, or anyone who might like it!

Find The Niche You Enjoy

2 HN points • 07 May 23
💼 Business Career Advice Competition
  1. One of the best pieces of advice is to niche down in business or career to focus on a specific part of the market.
  2. Niching down makes marketing yourself easier and lessens competition by being more specific in your area of expertise.
  3. Focusing on a niche allows you to become an expert in that area, improving your skills and opportunities in the long run.

This Is My Second Album Release

0 implied HN points • 06 Oct 23
🎶 Music Album release Podcast
  1. Brian Knapp released his second full album, VCR GOLD RUSH 2023: THE ALBUM, featuring theme songs for Virtual Championship Rasslin project.
  2. The album merges classic pro wrestling theme music with a touch of humor, akin to Weird Al Yankovic's style.
  3. Alongside the album release, Brian Knapp also dropped the single Johnny Cadillac Theme Song on various streaming platforms.