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Existential asymmetry skews our thinking by making us more aware of our own failures than others' struggles.
Envy can be a positive indicator, showing us what we truly value.
Pay attention to the process as much as the outcomes for a better perspective on success.

The open-source large language model Vicuna-13B challenged ChatGPT in performance
Model IQ measures general large language model performance
Specific capability metrics measure skills like logical reasoning or medical knowledge

The 13-inch iPad is unwieldy and exerts pressure in bed.
The iPad Mini isn't significantly more comfortable than the 11-inch iPad.
The 11-inch iPad is the sweet spot with the most benefits and least inconvenience.

There are numerous workflow orchestrators available for data scientists to choose from.
Consider the tool's design, local/remote running capabilities, and ease of interacting with output when selecting a workflow orchestrator.
Choose a workflow orchestrator based on your specific use case, whether it's for data engineers, ML engineers, or data scientists.

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Jealousy can arise from comparing ourselves to others, but it's important to recognize and value our own unique accomplishments and strengths.
Social media often showcases people's highlight reels, leading us to compare our real, complex lives to their curated images.
It's crucial to appreciate and respect the essential work we do, whether it's glamorous or not, and to acknowledge our own worth and value.

AWS is considered more of an "ops engineer's cloud" while GCP is seen as a "software engineer's cloud."
Deploying on AWS Fargate involves lower-level tasks like networking and IAM roles, providing fine-tuned control but requiring more effort.
Google's App Engine Flex streamlines deployment, handling networking, scaling, and fault tolerance, allowing developers to focus more on application code and architecture.

Indian MPVs are not the same as US minivans; they're just slightly bigger crossovers. US minivans are designed for comfort and space, while Indian options lack that refinement.
US minivans offer lots of legroom and sliding doors for easy access, which makes them comfortable for tall people and easier for the elderly to use. Indian MPVs often don't have that same comfort level.
Minivans in the US have more storage options and can carry large luggage, making them practical for families. Indian versions don’t provide the same versatility.