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Tuesday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
💾 History Events
  1. Jack Kilby filed the first patent for an integrated circuit in 1959, leading to the modern computer revolution.
  2. Mathematicians have proven Bach's greatness as a composer.
  3. A rare 'Bookfind of the century' sold for $2.23 million.

Saturday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a renowned composer, was born on January 27, 1756 and greatly influenced classical music.
  2. Explore revolutionary science in 'The Flux Capacitor - Time, Funds, and Peers for Revolutionary Science.'
  3. Discover a unique revelation about the universe from something in a 2-year-old's bedroom.

Friday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. French jazz violinist Stephane Grappelli founded the first all-string jazz band with Django Reinhardt in 1934.
  2. There are new architecture wars happening.
  3. Simple cells can solve problems without needing a brain.

Wednesday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. American physicist Michio Kaku was born on January 24, 1947 and has a fascinating career in physics.
  2. An article on Feral Minds is featured in the post.
  3. The post also includes information on why some rich societies tend to be conservative.

Monday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. On January 22, 1984, Apple Macintosh was launched after a famous Super Bowl ad.
  2. The Macintosh project started in 1979 to create an affordable, user-friendly computer.
  3. The team behind the Macintosh project included Jef Raskin and hardware engineers.
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Sunday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. Plácido Domingo, the famous Spanish opera singer, was born on January 21, 1941.
  2. Domingo showed musical talent at a young age and studied music in Mexico.
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Saturday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. On January 20, 1993, Audrey Hepburn passed away in Switzerland. She was known for her beauty, style, sophistication, innocence, and her efforts to help children.
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Friday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. On January 19, 1829, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's famous work Faust had its premiere performance.
  2. Faust, Part One was first published in 1808, and it is considered a significant piece of literature.
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Thursday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. Today in History: English writer A. A. Milne was born on January 18, 1882.
  2. A. A. Milne attended Westminster School and Trinity College in Cambridge.
  3. A. A. Milne was not just a writer, but also a talented cricketer who played for amateur cricket teams.

Wednesday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. George Joseph Stigler, an American economist, was born on January 17, 1911.
  2. Stigler was a key leader of the Chicago school of Economics.
  3. He obtained his BA from the University of Washington and his MBA from Northwestern University.

Tuesday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. Today in History: Susan Sontag, an American writer and intellectual, was born on January 16, 1933 in New York City.
  2. Susan Sontag began her studies at the University of California, Berkeley before transferring to the University of Chicago to study philosophy, ancient history, and literature.
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Monday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929.
  2. His father was a pastor who stood up against segregation.
  3. Martin Luther King Jr. witnessed and fought against discrimination.

Wednesday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. Thomas Paine published his pamphlet Common Sense in 1776 advocating independence from Great Britain.
  2. Common Sense was published anonymously and became an instant sensation with the largest sale of any book in America at the time.
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Monday Curiosity Links

Grist Potentia • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
💾 History Events
  1. Stephen Hawking, the famous physicist, was born on January 8, 1942.
  2. Hawking was initially not academically successful, but later showed aptitude for science.
  3. Hawking's father initially advised him to study medicine.

This Week with Bytewax

Bytewax • 0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Events
  1. This week Bytewax is spotlighting a blog post about Arroyo and Bytewax, offering solutions for real-time analytics and machine learning.
  2. Bytewax is hosting various events like workshops and meetups to share knowledge and create a community around data.
  3. Interviews with Bytewax CEO emphasize the mission to simplify ML real-time inference and the importance of MLOps.

✍️ Journalism Fellowships, Events, Trainings and Awards ✍️ — February 9

Inside The Newsroom • 0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🚌 Education Events
  1. Free access is offered for those who have lost their jobs to access over 1,400 journalism job listings and internships.
  2. The 25th International Symposium on Online Journalism, led by Summer Harlow, features a lineup of industry leaders discussing the evolution and future of digital journalism.
  3. Various fellowships, grants, and workshops are available, such as the Arthur F. Burns Fellowship and the Digital Dangers: Protecting Against Harassment webinar.

Tales from the jar side: The Taylor Bowl, A couple of screen/podcasts, Gemini is partly here, UConn women's basketball, and the usual tweets and toots

Tales from the jar side • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Events
  1. Taylor Swift made it to The Taylor Bowl in time for kickoff, causing a mix of excitement and annoyance among fans and spectators.
  2. Google released the Gemini Ultra version, but some users faced restrictions accessing it due to business account limitations and delays in new model integration.
  3. UConn women's basketball team had a victorious game against Seton Hall, highlighting the state's passion for the team despite recent challenges and changing game outcomes.

Robotaxi up in flames after crowd attacks vehicle

Global Community Weekly (GloCom) • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
📰 News Events
  1. A crowd in San Francisco's Chinatown attacked a Waymo robotaxi, setting it on fire, prompting an investigation by authorities.
  2. The incident damaged the autonomous vehicle, leading to concerns of potential similar actions during festivities like the Super Bowl.
  3. City officials, including Supervisor Aaron Peskin, are taking measures to ensure safety, with police presence boosted for potential security threats.

Abortion advertising in 1971

First principles trivia • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
💾 History Events
  1. In 1971, a billboard in Pennsylvania advertised abortions in New York for under $250, which is equivalent to $1800 today when adjusted for inflation.
  2. The advertising of abortion services was controversial and taboo in the 70s, with public outrage and legal debates surrounding the billboards.
  3. The history of abortion advertising shows evolving social attitudes, from discreet underground referrals to more open advertising today, protected by the First Amendment.

🎠 Newsletter #29: a preview for ruby 2.3.0, build your network in tech, some hardware with the NES...

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 12 Apr 22
🕹 Technology Events
  1. The newsletter covers updates on Ruby and Rails, career advice for Ruby developers, and optimization of ActiveRecords queries.
  2. Tips shared include using the #squeeze method in Ruby, the importance of building and maintaining a strong network in tech, and developing a personal brand.
  3. Some interesting topics discussed are the challenges with carousel designs, self-documenting code with AI, and a dive into the success of the NES in the hardware world.

🤡 Newsletter #26: public speaking, faking a command, make mistakes, learn to code with Tumblr

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 01 Mar 22
🕹 Technology Events
  1. Learning to speak in public is a skill that can be developed, even if it causes anxiety. Resources like Lara Hogan's book can help overcome fears and improve presentation style.
  2. Using the --dry-run option in commands allows for testing without actual execution, useful for tasks like cleanup to preview actions before committing.
  3. Women developers have found inspiration in coding through platforms like Tumblr, starting by tweaking designs and gradually transitioning to becoming engineers.

❗Newsletter Wor #25: Ya tenemos versión en español!

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
🕹 Technology Events
  1. The Women On Rails newsletter now has a Spanish version available, expanding its reach globally.
  2. There is a shift away from using Google Analytics in Europe due to data protection laws, prompting discussions on alternative analytics tools.
  3. Exploration of topics like technical interviews, leadership styles, and generative art offer insights into different aspects of the tech industry beyond coding.

🧹 Newsletter Wor #24 : redo Wordle, to be a hacker in the 80s, some refactoring...

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 22
🕹 Technology Events
  1. The newsletter covers updates on Ruby and Rails technologies, including the retirement of Webpacker, RubyGem releases, and tips for upgrading to Rails 7.
  2. There are insightful articles about a famous hacker from the 80s, the balance between engineering and marketing, and leveraging introversion in the workplace.
  3. Interesting coding and technical content include building a high-traffic dashboard, a cautionary tale on refactoring to avoid technical debt, and learning the intricacies of CSS, particularly flexbox.

🎁 Newsletter WoR #22: quitting a job, negotiating a salary, the color of the year... 

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 21
🕹 Technology Events
  1. Consider quitting your job if you notice certain signs like feeling unfulfilled or undervalued.
  2. Recruiting a diverse and inclusive team involves changing sourcing strategies, recognizing biases, and testing candidates' technical knowledge.
  3. Negotiating your salary is important to ensure you receive fair compensation, including understanding different types of compensation and knowing when to discuss it during the interview process.

🙉 Newsletter Wor #18 : some Jamstack, build your own keyboard, avoid spaghetti code.

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 19 Oct 21
🕹 Technology Events
  1. The newsletter covered topics like Jamstack, building your own keyboard, and the importance of avoiding spaghetti code in programming.
  2. There are useful tips provided, like using a VS Code extension for running tests easily and efficiently.
  3. The newsletter also shared insights on effective communication, building custom mechanical keyboards, and understanding the gender spectrum.

🌊 Newsletter WomenOnRails: Back at work!

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 21 Sep 21
🕹 Technology Events
  1. The newsletter announces a second season after a summer break, featuring Ruby and Rails news, tips, and design patterns.
  2. Taking a break from tech news can be beneficial, and learning in public by working on projects and sharing knowledge is highly encouraged.
  3. An introduction to design patterns and a tool for visualizing GitHub repos are highlighted, along with an article about the impact of Lord of the Rings on big-screen battles.

Open-Source: Join up, they said !

Women On Rails Newsletter - International Version • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jun 21
🕹 Technology Events
  1. The edition discusses open source fatigue and the human cost of maintaining Ruby gems, emphasizing the importance of contributing effectively to open source projects.
  2. To advance in a tech career, one needs not only technical skills but also the ability to navigate company dynamics and work well in teams, as highlighted by a list of skills for senior engineers.
  3. The newsletter sheds light on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals in the tech industry, showcasing testimonies and resources for awareness and support.

How Bandit is Building the Underground Running Brand Taking Over Road Racing Through Community, Storytelling and Event Marketing

the case for brand 💼 • 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
💼 Business Events
  1. Community immersion is vital for authentic growth of brands, focusing on generating understanding rather than forcing sales.
  2. Crafting stories for superusers who deeply resonate with the brand can create a strong emotional connection with a broader audience.
  3. Using events as marketing tools to engage with the target community, set revenue goals, and drive brand loyalty.

Lecture 02 Registration Reminder + External Event

Quantum Formalism • 0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 22
🚌 Education Events
  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.

Upcoming Events

Quantum Formalism • 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 21
🕹 Technology Events
  1. Bambordé Baldé is hosting two events: a webinar on Quantum Annealing on March 12 and a live Q&A for course certification and career tips.
  2. Bambordé's company values STEM talent, independent thinkers, mission-driven individuals, team players, those immune to hype, and humble individuals.
  3. There is a discussion on whether being an independent thinker and a team player can work together effectively.

Safe events

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 30 Aug 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Events
  1. Rapid antigen tests can help make events safer by reducing the risk of someone infectious attending, but they are not foolproof. Testing before an event and daily can help manage the risk of potential spread.
  2. The use of rapid tests can potentially lead to a sense of complacency regarding social distancing and mask-wearing, so it's important to have a clear plan in place in case someone tests positive at the event.
  3. In the end, having everyone vaccinated is crucial, with testing serving as an additional layer of protection especially in high-prevalence situations. However, there are no guarantees, so decisions should be made based on the specific circumstances.