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Thời gian chạy nhanh như bị chó rượt

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 16 Sep 13
🚌 Education Learning Critical Thinking Problem Solving Creativity Questioning
  1. Dedication and hard work are essential for personal growth and success in any field, as seen through the author's experiences at Google and Đông Á bank.
  2. Surrounding oneself with intelligent colleagues can inspire self-improvement, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and growth.
  3. Fostering independent and creative thinking is a valuable skill that can be cultivated through practice and approaching problems from unique perspectives.

Two Brains, One Team: System 1 and System 2

FutureIQ • 1 implied HN point • 20 Mar 23
🔬 Science Neuroscience Psychology Behavior Cognition Learning
  1. We have two brains: a lizard brain that controls instincts and emotions, and a rational human brain for logical thinking.
  2. System 1 (fast, automatic, emotional) and System 2 (slow, logical) take turns solving tasks based on complexity and time constraints.
  3. System 1 and System 2 work best when they collaborate like a driver and a navigator, each having their roles.
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Scrabble Game

Judson’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
🚌 Education Game Development Programming Learning
  1. The program allows two players to enter words and calculates their scores based on letter values.
  2. The program then determines the winner based on the scores - player 1 wins, player 2 wins, or a tie can occur.
  3. It uses ASCII values to assign points to each letter in the words and checks if the characters are letters.

Chapter 1: Navigating the Online Business Journey: Avoiding Mistakes and Embracing Success

Prawfeed Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Success Mistakes Learning Resilience
  1. Real success in online business requires time and hard work, not quick fixes.
  2. Choose reliable sources and mentors for learning online business, focusing on what aligns with your goals.
  3. Picking the right niche and building a supportive community are crucial for online business success.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Tech Work

Adam’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Workplace History Skills Learning Industry
  1. Take care of basic needs first in your work environment, like comfort and safety.
  2. Mastering fundamental skills and tools, like touch typing, can significantly enhance your efficiency and long-term success.
  3. Learn from the experienced individuals in different industries, as they hold valuable lessons that can benefit the tech industry, which is still relatively young.

Using ChatGPT to Accelerate Software Development

David Cornelson's Technology Discussions • 0 implied HN points • 10 May 23
🕹 Technology Software Development Programming AI Unit Testing Learning
  1. ChatGPT v4 is revolutionizing software development by generating legitimate code and assisting with complex coding problems.
  2. ChatGPT can accelerate learning and help programmers gain valuable insights into new concepts.
  3. The integration of ChatGPT in IT processes can lead to accelerated software development, reduction in code, and faster onboarding in complex environments.

Google Analytics or: How I learned to stop worrying and love the data

Mehdeeka • 0 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Analytics Digital marketing Learning Tools Advertising
  1. Google Analytics has released GA4, bringing changes in data collection and reporting.
  2. To transition to GA4, marketers need to migrate before July 1, adjust event tracking, and set up Google Signals.
  3. Learning Google Analytics is approachable with free courses from Google and can help marketers make informed decisions.

Pair Programming for Technical job interviews

Reflective Software Engineering • 0 implied HN points • 02 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Programming Interviews Remote work Learning
  1. Technical job interviews often involve coding exercises that may not accurately represent real work processes. Employers should focus on the candidate's ability to learn and collaborate rather than specific technical knowledge.
  2. Pair programming during technical interviews can create a more enjoyable and effective process for both the interviewer and interviewee. It allows for a practical demonstration of problem-solving skills and teamwork.
  3. Prior to the interview, applicants are asked to prepare a small problem in any project and work on it for 45 minutes with the interviewer, practicing like in a pair programming session. This approach emphasizes problem-solving abilities and collaboration over specific technical expertise.

Book Review: "Good to Great" by Jim Collins 4/5

Poczwardowski Notes • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 22
💼 Business Management Leadership Books Learning
  1. The book 'Good to Great' by Jim Collins provides valuable insights on how to lead a company to greatness and avoid settling for just being good.
  2. The content is supported by extensive research involving twenty people over five years, making the concepts and findings quite profound.
  3. The book presents its ideas through stories and key points in each chapter, making it easier to digest and apply the lessons learned.

Must Learn KQL Part 1: Tools and Resources

Rod’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 31 May 23
🕹 Technology Data Analysis Tools Resources Learning
  1. KQL (Kusto Query Language) is a powerful but simple query language used in tools like Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, and Intune.
  2. There are numerous resources available to learn KQL, like cheat sheets, practice environments, reference guides, and tools like Kusto.Explorer and Visual Studio Code with Kusto extensions.
  3. The Must Learn KQL series aims to provide valuable information for enhancing skills in security platforms and data-centric applications that utilize KQL.

How to Win an Argument

startupdreams • 0 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🚌 Education Critical Thinking Personal Growth Learning
  1. Understand both sides of an argument, know the points and counterpoints, and be able to effectively refute them with facts.
  2. Avoid getting emotionally involved in debates - present your points calmly and with a wealth of knowledge and preparation.
  3. Winning an argument involves presenting strong, rational arguments, staying calm while the other person gets upset or resorts to personal attacks, and recognizing signs that you've successfully made your case.

Are You Selfish Enough?

Shubhi’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 17 Mar 15
💼 Business Success Stories Career Advice Personal Development Entrepreneurship Learning
  1. All essential life lessons are taught in kindergarten: be fair, apologize when needed, and look out for each other.
  2. Understand yourself better to make a significant impact: know what evokes emotions in you and what issues you want to tackle.
  3. Persevere like the Japanese Bamboo Tree: grow steadily despite slow progress, then surge ahead with determination.

GRANTED: Reasoning with unreasonable people

Granted • 0 implied HN points • 31 Jan 21
🚌 Education Reasoning Learning Debate Teaching
  1. The primary goal of a university is more about promoting the pursuit of knowledge rather than just teaching skills.
  2. In arguments, rather than preaching or prosecuting, try treating it like an interview by asking questions to help others consider their reasons for change.
  3. Recognize the 'I'm-not-biased' bias by understanding that knowing what you don't know is wisdom.

GRANTED: The new books to read this fall and my virtual events with Kristen Bell and David Chang

Granted • 0 implied HN points • 07 Sep 20
🚌 Education Creativity Motivation Learning Career development Reading
  1. Children often give up on creative ideas too quickly due to discouragement from others, impairing their ability to express creativity openly.
  2. Encouraging kids to persist with their original ideas is crucial for nurturing creativity and imagination.
  3. Setting work-life boundaries in the work-from-home era is essential for maintaining a healthy balance and preventing burnout.

The Stateful Chinese Room

The Grey Matter • 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Language Models Understanding Learning Communication
  1. The Chinese Room thought experiment challenges the idea of computers having genuine understanding.
  2. Understanding involves more than just following rules, requiring a deep comprehension and application of knowledge.
  3. The Stateful Chinese Room concept suggests that AI models could potentially achieve genuine understanding through context and repeated exposure.