The hottest Courses Substack posts right now

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Design Mom β€’ 1434 implied HN points β€’ 14 Jan 24
  1. Oscar chose to study in Ireland to do his coursework in English and be closer to his family in the EU.
  2. In his university in Ireland, students have to pick specific Courses when applying instead of declaring a major later on.
  3. American universities start with general education classes, while in Oscar's university, students apply directly to their preferred Course from a list.
High Growth Engineer β€’ 912 implied HN points β€’ 22 Oct 23
  1. The post shares over 50 resources for continuous growth in tech for Senior Software Engineers.
  2. Different types of resources like newsletters, books, courses, and videos are recommended to help in growing quickly.
  3. Managing resources efficiently is key, and tools like Todoist, Mailbrew, and Readwise are suggested.
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Michael’s Newsletter β€’ 235 implied HN points β€’ 14 Mar 23
  1. Daniel Vassallo promotes a 'portfolio approach' to entrepreneurship, suggesting small bets over going all-in on a startup.
  2. Taking smaller, manageable steps in projects can lead to eventual success, similar to leveling up in a video game.
  3. Joining a supportive community, like the one in Vassallo's class, can provide valuable networking and learning opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Implementing β€’ 19 implied HN points β€’ 18 Dec 23
  1. Importance of continuous learning in the field of web development, especially in mastering foundational concepts like math and computer science.
  2. Key technologies like Docker, Node.js, Git, Elasticsearch, Redis, and React are essential for developers to learn for successful software engineering in 2024.
  3. Utilizing online resources like free YouTube videos, paid courses on platforms like Udemy, and official documentation can assist in gaining proficiency in various technologies.
Meaning-Making β€’ 78 implied HN points β€’ 10 Apr 23
  1. Attend a workshop to craft your unique symbol, diving into your life story and cherished memories to create a personalized symbol.
  2. Explore creative self-assessment tools and quizzes to understand your strengths and weaknesses in the creative process.
  3. Consider the balance between personal life and business ventures, acknowledging the need for delegation and time management.
Wigs on the Green β€’ 58 implied HN points β€’ 23 Jun 23
  1. Courting beginners in golf means offering a playable game without expecting them to learn first and play later.
  2. To make golf more accessible, let beginners play at their own skill level instead of throwing them into the deep end.
  3. Golf facilities should focus on entertainment and offer different stages for each skill level to attract and retain new players.
Technology Made Simple β€’ 79 implied HN points β€’ 18 Mar 23
  1. Influencers often sell false promises to make money, especially in fields like AI and machine learning.
  2. Scam courses claim to provide huge returns with minimal effort or investment, but in reality, expertise is developed through practice and experience.
  3. Beware of 'super simple' methods that promise quick success; if something is easy and profitable, there will be a lot of competition, driving down profits.
The SEO MBA β€’ 5 implied HN points β€’ 02 Jan 24
  1. The importance of communicating the value of SEO to senior management will continue to grow in 2024.
  2. SEO MBA courses are offering a 10% discount until Jan 31st on two key courses: Executive Presence and The Art of Client Management.
  3. The SEO MBA newsletter will focus on delivering more quality content in 2024, with guest columns being opened up as well.
Building Rome(s) β€’ 9 implied HN points β€’ 21 Mar 23
  1. The course is designed for people in technical program manager roles looking to advance their career.
  2. The seminar will cover lessons learned, frameworks, and strategies to excel as a TPM.
  3. The course details include a planned schedule, pricing, limited class size, and virtual platform.
Oren Cohen β€’ 3 implied HN points β€’ 06 Oct 23
  1. The author made a new video on YouTube about a TV show and is expanding content on a new channel.
  2. They created free video courses for beginner software developers, like the 30-Day Python Challenge and the Git Masterclass.
  3. The author is consolidating their articles from different platforms and updating them to work with Substack.
Quantum Formalism β€’ 19 implied HN points β€’ 28 Jun 22
  1. The lecture 09 replay covering the application of cyclic groups and DLP in cryptography is available on YouTube.
  2. Future plans include a mini-course series on cryptography focusing on DLP cryptographic systems for security assurance.
  3. Joining the Discord Community is encouraged for organizing group study sessions and accessing live study session links.
Quantum Formalism β€’ 19 implied HN points β€’ 20 Dec 21
  1. The crash course on Group Theory will cover essential concepts like cosets, generators, orbits, and stabilizers, catering both beginners and those interested in advanced topics like quantum computing.
  2. Prior to starting Module II on Lie Groups and Representations, it is recommended to review the Topology & Differential Geometry crash course to understand smooth manifolds.
  3. Lie Groups not only have a group structure but also an underlying smooth structure that is crucial in the theory, making it important to grasp these concepts before diving into Module II.
Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 05 Jul 22
  1. The US National Institute of Standards and Technology announced post-quantum cryptography standardisation proposals, marking a historic day in modern cryptography.
  2. Cryptography courses will now include post-quantum cryptography standards in the curriculum, with a focus on the selected standards.
  3. The Quantum Formalism community encourages participation in lectures, Discord community engagements, and sponsorships for events like LOGML Summer School, emphasizing the importance of advanced Geometry in Machine Learning.
Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 18 Aug 20
  1. The upcoming quantum formalism course will officially start on Friday, September 18 at around 6 pm BST | 1 pm ET | 10 am PT with live lectures capped at 50 attendees.
  2. If you wish to participate in the live lectures, ensure you fill out the form provided in advance; failing to attend a registered live lecture might affect your future invites.
  3. Pre-course refresher materials and guidance are available on GitHub for the basics of number systems, particularly real and complex numbers.
Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 30 Jul 20
  1. The quantum formalism course will start on Friday, September 18, based on feedback from a survey with approximately 80% choosing that date.
  2. A live Q&A session will be held on Friday, August 14 to present the course program and answer audience questions.
  3. Registration for the Q&A session is open, and interested individuals can sign up via URL provided by the Zaiku Group team.
Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 26 Sep 22
  1. A webinar on 'An Optimal Entanglement Distribution Policy for a Quantum Switch' is being hosted. Register at the provided link.
  2. A Measure Theory & Functional Analysis course consists of lectures covering real analysis, sigma algebras, measures, and outer measures. Links to the YouTube playlist and Discord channel are available.
  3. The Zaiku Group team encourages auditing the courses and sharing information about quantumformalism.com with others.
Meaningness β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 15 Jun 23
  1. The article discusses reinventing Vajrayana Buddhism for the modern world by separating the functional and social roles of lamas, making the reinvention project feasible.
  2. There is a Zoom discussion titled 'Guru vs Learning Relationship' happening, which explores the importance of learning relationships and how they differ from traditional guru roles.
  3. Upcoming events include a course on the Charnel Ground in Vajrayana Buddhism and a five-week course on transforming relationships through Vajrayana practices.
Quantum Formalism β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 15 May 23
  1. There is a plan to run more mathematics courses and applied topics relevant to mathematical courses to enhance the QF learning experience.
  2. The team is considering implementing a learning management system to provide QF learners with access to all courses in one place for a better asynchronous learning experience.
  3. A survey has been launched to gather feedback on the necessity of a learning management system and to explore open-source systems for customization and hosting.
Penelope Trunk's Substack β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 29 Nov 23
  1. The author reveals a secret YouTube channel they initially hated but now love, showcasing their transition to academia and passion for learning through videos.
  2. Despite struggles with new software and organization, the author's dedication shines through in making 30 educational videos on autism, reflecting exploding exuberance.
  3. Sharing the journey of creating these videos and promoting an autism course, the author emphasizes their desire for the content to be fun, interesting, and useful, showcasing their hard work and eagerness.