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Astral Codex Ten • 1858 implied HN points • 26 May 25
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Meetups Online Courses Rationalism
  1. There's an open thread where you can talk about anything or ask questions. It’s a place for free conversation.
  2. Meetups are happening around the world, including one in London this week. It’s a good chance to connect with others.
  3. There are several upcoming conferences and courses related to AI and safety. You can get involved and learn more about important topics.

Calling All Future Medium Superstars: Medium School Opens Its Doors

Kristina God's Online Writing Club • 1059 implied HN points • 20 Jul 24
🚌 Education Writing Online Courses Content creation Community Building Coaching
  1. Medium School is a new course that helps people write on Medium and earn money. It's designed to build confidence and make writing fun.
  2. The course is only $9 a month and gives access to a community of fellow writers and helpful resources. It's great for anyone wanting to improve their writing skills.
  3. You'll also get access to a Substack School for extra support on that platform. Both platforms can work together without doubling your work.

Cadeau : une formation gratuite

L'Atelier Galita • 79 implied HN points • 13 Oct 24
💼 Business Marketing Sales Training Entrepreneurship Online Courses
  1. There's a free training available on how to sell if you don't like selling. It's a chance to learn useful skills without any cost.
  2. This training is available for a limited time of 24 hours, specifically for premium members. It's a special offer to appreciate loyal subscribers.
  3. The training focuses on the basics of copywriting, which can help improve selling techniques. Even if you're not a fan of sales, these tips can be valuable.

From $147 to $1.5M Writing Online | Interview with Ayodeji Awosika

Kristina God's Online Writing Club • 779 implied HN points • 11 Jun 24
💼 Business Freelancing Writing Entrepreneurship Online Courses Community Building
  1. Writing can be a real career path; look at those who have succeeded and learn from them.
  2. Building a strong community and engaging with followers is crucial for success; it's better to be known and have strong opinions than to be ignored.
  3. Having an email list is key to connecting with your audience and making money; start building yours today!

Write a Newsletter 52 Weeks in a Row and Watch It Change Your Life

Kristina God's Online Writing Club • 2118 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🚌 Education Writing Publishing Content creation Skill development Online Courses
  1. Writing a newsletter weekly for a year can build consistency and discipline. It's about showing up even when things aren't perfect.
  2. Doing this helps improve your writing skills. After a year, you'll have a lot of content and feel more confident in your writing.
  3. You might discover new interests by writing regularly. It allows you to explore what topics truly excite you as you go.
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Join me for a live call on Thursday

Simon Owens's Media Newsletter • 49 implied HN points • 06 Jan 25
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Media Networking Online Courses Content creation
  1. There will be a live Zoom call for subscribers to learn about building media businesses. It's a chance to ask questions and interact with successful media entrepreneurs.
  2. The call is scheduled for Thursday, January 9th at 11 AM. This is a great opportunity for those interested in media to gain insights from experienced guests.
  3. Only paid subscribers can join the call, ensuring a focused and engaging environment for discussion and learning.

#97: Không thỏa hiệp

Many One Percents • 353 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🚌 Education Writing Blogging Communication Self-Improvement Online Courses
  1. Make decisions for your health based on personal needs, like supplementing with vitamins and taking cold showers.
  2. Engage in deeper conversations using tools like '36 questions in love' to connect with others on a more meaningful level.
  3. Consider joining courses or workshops to enhance your skills and knowledge, like a 30-day blogging course to improve writing habits.

Pivot to Space: Key Educational Resources for Industry Transition and Advantage

Space Ambition • 279 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🚌 Education Space Technology Career transition Professional development Online Courses STEM Education
  1. Learning about space technology can help many industries like agriculture and tourism. It can give you a better job and help your company succeed.
  2. The more talented people we have in the space industry, the better solutions we can find for Earth's problems, like climate change. Space technology can improve our lives here on Earth.
  3. There are many great educational programs and resources for anyone interested in space. Whether you're new to the topic or an experienced professional, there's something out there for you to learn.

You Can't See Me, But I Can Make You Rich

Trying In Public • 15 HN points • 09 May 24
💼 Business Social media Online Courses Digital marketing Small business Entrepreneurship
  1. The rise of Faceless Accounts on Instagram allows individuals to build an online presence without showing their face, using stock video footage to create a curated aesthetic.
  2. The popularity of 'Master Resell Rights' courses tied to the Faceless Account trend raises questions about the effectiveness and authenticity of marketing strategies in online businesses.
  3. The pressure to maintain an 'aesthetic' online presence on platforms like Instagram can overshadow the importance of genuine connection, expertise, and trust in building a sustainable business.

Pssst! 24 Medium Blogging Treasures Just For You 🎅🏻

Kristina God's Online Writing Club • 139 implied HN points • 01 Dec 22
🚌 Education Blogging Online Courses Media Literacy Content creation Digital learning
  1. Kristina has created a virtual Advent calendar with daily videos about blogging on Medium. Each video is short and designed for busy people.
  2. The Advent calendar is a special thank you for her subscribers, aiming to help them grow their blogging skills.
  3. Next year, Kristina plans to offer updated courses and new content related to blogging, making it even more valuable.
  4. Medium is recognized as one of the best blogging platforms, attracting a large number of paying members.

The 750k Blogging Challenge: Write and Grow

Day One • 339 implied HN points • 04 Nov 20
💼 Business Blogging Marketing Content creation Social media Online Courses
  1. The 750k Blogging Challenge requires participants to write at least 13 articles before December 1st.
  2. Participants need to open a Substack Blog to take part in the challenge.
  3. For successful participation in the challenge, individuals should focus on creating their own unique content by infusing storytelling, researching other brands, and maintaining a minimum word count of 700 words per article.

🎂 Birthday lil gift from me to you

Creative Samba • 59 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
💼 Business Copywriting Marketing Entrepreneurship Online Courses E-commerce
  1. Copywriting involves marketing, psychology, and understanding your audience's needs to create compelling content.
  2. Writing copy effectively requires using distinctive claims backed by evidence, not generic superlatives.
  3. Crafting compelling copy involves creating unignorable headlines and expanding on promises in the first paragraph to maintain reader interest.

Live Call 11/15 -- Unlearning

Charles Eisenstein • 2 implied HN points • 11 Nov 24
🚌 Education Online Courses Political Discourse Community Engagement Personal Development
  1. The course 'Unlearning for Change Agents' is designed to help people break free from old beliefs that block understanding and cooperation.
  2. It is relevant today because of increased political division, aiming to teach how to handle differences without harming society.
  3. Participants can join a free live call to get a taste of the course, and they can choose their own price for the course based on what feels right for them.

The best (free) AI courses you can take

Year 2049 • 11 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🕹 Technology AI Online Courses
  1. Andrew Ng's 'AI for Everyone' course is a great introduction to AI for all backgrounds.
  2. Cassie's 'Making Friends with Machine Learning' dives deeper into technical AI and ML concepts.
  3. Consider exploring the Google Generative AI Learning Path for a specific focus on generative AI.

My $40 Coding Bootcamp

The Technically Challenged Newsletter • 2 HN points • 16 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Online Courses Software Engineering Web Development
  1. The author chose a self-taught $40 coding bootcamp due to financial constraints and time commitments.
  2. The author utilized online resources like Udemy courses on web development to learn coding skills.
  3. Reflecting on the experience, the author would seek mentorship earlier, build more personal projects, and focus on algorithms and data structures sooner.

Về khóa học Cyber Security trên Coursera

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 27 Feb 14
🚌 Education Cyber Security Online Courses
  1. You can learn Cyber Security skills for free on Coursera, but getting the certificate costs extra.
  2. The Cyber Security course offered by University of Maryland on Coursera is comprehensive and valuable, with a recognized certificate.
  3. The course structure includes interesting topics like cryptography, and having renowned instructors adds to the appeal of the program.

Quantum Formalism Batch I

Deep-Tech Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jul 20
🕹 Technology Quantum Computing Software Engineering Online Courses Entrepreneurship Partnerships
  1. The 12-week online course Quantum Formalism offers two tracks: one for those new to quantum computing and the other for professionals seeking advanced math topics.
  2. Upskilling in quantum software engineering can boost startups' access to talented engineers and counter the recruitment dominance of big tech companies like Google and IBM.
  3. The program emphasizes diversity and plans to expand student numbers to admit more women and people of color, while also seeking partnerships with incubators and quantum startups.

Group theory 2022 course wrap up!

Quantum Formalism • 0 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
🚌 Education Mathematics Online Courses Certificates
  1. Certificates of completion were offered to regular attendees of the group theory course who have a baseline knowledge from certain lectures, preparing them for the next course on Lie Groups & Representations.
  2. The upcoming course on Lie Groups & Representations starting in January 2023 does not require completion of the previous crash courses, but having some baseline knowledge in certain areas is recommended for better understanding.
  3. After the Lie Groups & Representations course, there will be a virtual mini school focusing on practical applications such as quantum error correction, classical machine learning, and quantum machine learning.