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This is a list of books I have recently read, with a short info following the structure below. I read some books in electronic version (epub/fb2/pdf), and would gladly share them. If you need any book, please contact me via trb21 [at] tutanota.com. P.S. Pay attention to the language, I read both in English and Russian.

If you want to check out books I am reading now and want to read: – BOOKS I'M READING NOW – BOOKS I WANT TO READ

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A Book Title

| Author: ... | | Category: ... | | Language I read in: ... | | Format: ... | | Keep reading: ... |

My short notes on this book

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Think and Grow Rich đź“Ś

| Author: Napoleon Hill | | Category: Self-development, Personal Wealth | | Language I read in: English, Russian | | Format: Paper Book, E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

The most useful part is about 6 Fears! Anytime I understand that some fears hold me back, I just re-read that part with various fears symptoms, to help my self to understand, that it's just a fear, not a reality, and I can handle it! Useful book!

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Seeking Wisdom: From Darwin to Munger đź“Ś

| Author: Peter Bevelin | | Category: Self-development, Popular Science | | Language I read in: English | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

This book combines finding on how we think as human beeings, originating from various fields starting from biology till statistics. Using examples of clear thinking and attained wisdom, author focuses on how our thoughts are influenced, why we make misjudgments and mistakes, and how we can improve our thinking. Incredibly useful book! Would love to have it and re-read in a paper form!

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Programming the Universe: A quantum Computer Scientist Takes on the Cosmos đź“Ś

| Author: Seth Lloyd | | Category: Popular Science | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

Great popular science book proposing the idea that the Universe is a quantum computer, and explaining how it then works. Love this book! And especially the concept of connected atoms of which we all consist of and which exchange information all the time.

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How to Win Friends and Influence People đź“Ś

| Author: Dale Carnegie | | Category: Self-development, Psychology | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

This book provides some recommendations on how to change your personal behavior to be able to influence other people's behavior. One need to re-reed each chapter's summary sometimes. It's usefull :)

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The Bitcoin Standard

| Author: Saifedean Ammous | | Category: Economics, Finance | | Language I read in: English, Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Probably |

My short notes on this book

This book provides overview of money history, ending up with Bitcoin as the best money so far which are immutable, decentralised, and trully sound (scalable, divisible, transportable and capable to store value). There is an interesting concept of Time Prefference and how low time preference that is harmfull for our society is connected with fiat money we currently have.

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Outliers: The Story of Success

| Author: Malcolm Gladwell | | Category: Self-development, Publicistic | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Probably |

My short notes on this book

This book tries to examine and define factors that make some people successfull, and some not. Some ideas conflicting each other like from one side author make a point that success is not solely depending on a person (their smarts, ambitions, hustle and hard work), and at the same time he popularise the concept of 10000-Hour Rule claiming that to be successfull the hard work is the most important. The idea that some factors leading to someone's success might be not that obvious and could be understanded only after a carefull research is totally appealing. Not sure if one may need to re-read this book.

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My Life and Work đź“Ś

| Author: Henry Ford | | Category: Biography, Business | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

This authobiography tells the story of Henry Ford and how he could built one of the biggest, most famous and successful companies known nowadays. Great authobiography and story of the Ford company!

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The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon

| Author: Brad Stone | | Category: Biography, Business | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Probably |

My short notes on this book

This book unveils the story of Jeff Bezos, and his startup, which put book ctalogues online, and describes the road how it turned to what we know today as Amazon – the biggest online store selling almost everything. It's surely interesting to read this well-written story, but I'm sure that it's a PR/marketing projects which will never share the whole truth :)

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Shoe Dog

| Author: Phil Knight | | Category: Biography, Business | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: No |

My short notes on this book

A really good and interesting written autobiography of Phil Knight, covering the story of how he has built and developed Nike. Good read, but of course not the whole true story of the company is told.

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The Innovator's Dilemma: When New technologies Cause Great Firms to Fall đź“Ś

| Author: Clayton Christensen | | Category: Business, Technology, Innovations | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

This book explores the phenomenon of disruptive technologies. Author propose the idea that some large successful companies lose their market leadership failing to serve low-value customers, who prefer new technology solutions provided by small niche new companies, which may take over market share if they stay operational long enough till the technology improves. There are many interesting findings that are based on a thorough research. A model (Windermete Hierarchy) that explains on what basis customers make a selection of products (in descending order of priority: Functionality / Reliability / Convenience / Cost) is incredibly useful.

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Bullshit Jobs: A Theory đź“Ś

| Author: David Graeber | | Category: Society, Economics, Antropology | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

That's an increadiblt short book (or essay) proposing a theory about the mutiple meaningless jobs existing in our world, which are also harmfull to people and our society in general. Love Graeber's enthropological and scientific approach to the phenomenon of usefull jobs, including overview of association of labor with suffering, neoliberal ethic that connects work with self-worth, and how psychologically destructive and harmfull becoming pointless jobs in such set of “values” and believes.

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Business Adventures

| Author: John Brooks | | Category: Business, Finance | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Probably |

My short notes on this book

The book covers 12 stories from the world of Wall Street, which represents pretty common situations. Really useful book if one wants to understand reality of financial markets and big businesses.

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Reminiscences of s Stock Operator đź“Ś

| Author: Edwin Lefèvre | | Category: Finance, Trading, Biography | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

This amazing book tells the story of a professional stock trader on a Wall Street with all his lessons learned. Super actual nowadays!

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Zero to One

| Author: Peter Thiel | | Category: Business, Entrepreneurship | | Language I read in: English | | Format: Paper Book, E-Book | | Keep reading: No |

My short notes on this book

This book provides few appealing and well-memorizable concept such as “0 to 1” in context of new startups/products creation, matrix of perception of future (optimistic vs. pessimistic | definite vs. indefinite), importance of “Secrets” in business and daily life, importance of sales and various approaches. Following the author's idea, I don't think that info he made public might be super useful and help someone to create a next successful multi-billion business. I think, he kept the most important secrets about how big money are made to himself :)

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Good to Great đź“Ś

| Author: Jim Collins | | Category: Business, Innovations | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

This book is valuable, because it's summarising the findings of huge scientific research (over 5 years the research team studied 28 companies via data analysis and interviews) on which traits distinguish good companies from great, that not only achieved great results, but also could sustain those results for at least 15 years. The book is also greatly structured and easy to read! Such ideas as need to Confront the Brutal Facts, Hedgehog Concept, Disciplined People/Thought/Action, and Flywheel Effect are super useful!

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A short History of the World đź“Ś

| Author: H.G. Wells | | Category: History, Non-fiction | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

Easy to read historical overview spanning the origins of the Earth to the outcomes of the First World War. Super useful book covering the general history of a humanity and the most important stages and events happened on the Earth going beyond the last 2000 years.

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A Brave New World

| Author: Aldous Huxley | | Category: Fiction, Novel | | Language I read in: English | | Format: Paper Book | | Keep reading: No |

My short notes on this book

One of versions of a future dystopia with so vivid pictures drawn by author that they make us hate what we imagine while reading. One time read for me.

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COVID-19: The Great Reset

| Author: Klaus Schwab, Thierry Malleret | | Category: Publicistic, Society | | Language I read in: English | | Format: Paper Book | | Keep reading: No |

My short notes on this book

This book looks to be reflecting fears of the current ruling class of capitalists: they are scared that COVID pandemic can be a bigger shock to our society and can lead to the change of the “status quo”. Schwab warns his mates about the happening and possibly upcoming “Resets” on multiple levels (Macro, Micro, and Individual) and that “deep crisis provoked by pandemic” (sure not by something else...) leave us at a crossroads, where wise choices needs to be made for a better world (but for whom?). Read to understand what rich people are now carrying about :)

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The Richest Man in Babylon đź“Ś

| Author: George S. Clason | | Category: Finance, Personal Wealth | | Language I read in: English | | Format: Paper Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

Really short, but insightful book written in the form of ancient stories, that provide pretty basic, but working recommendations (7 Cures for a lean purse) on personal finance. Worth to read and re-read!

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The Anti-capitalist Chronicles đź“Ś

| Author: David Harvey | | Category: Society, Capitalism | | Language I read in: English | | Format: Paper Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

The book describes the evolution of capitalist system, especially it's most recent from: neoliberal capitalism (or Neoliberalism), and its ongoing crisis, possible evolution into neo-fascism, as well as opportunities for possible changes in the opposite anti-capitalist or socialist direction created by the Covid crisis. Insightful book that is pretty hard to comprehend. Need to re-read it few times.

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What's to Be Done? đź“Ś

| Author: Nikolay Chernyshevsky | | Category: Novel | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: Paper Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

The book is advocating for a better socialist world with better people while opposing it to the “current” world, where many things going wrong and should be fixed, while some “good” people already appear and start doing small “good” things. Narrative style is super involving and made me read the book in one breath. Want to read it in English, but have found just in a terrible quality.

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Manifesto of the Communist Party (or The Communist Manifesto) đź“Ś

| Author: Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels | | Category: Politics, Society, Economics | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

A short pamphlet attempting to explain the class stuggle between 2 social classes – bourgeoise and proletariat – defined by their relationship to means of production; as well as why capitalism won't make self-realization possible for humanity, but will bring perpetual alienation of people from their work results and self-destruction. The best way to start learning about socialism and communism.

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The Conquest of Bread (or The Bread Book) đź“Ś

| Author: Peter Kropotkin | | Category: Society, Economics | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

This book is really easy to read. It describes defects of feudalism and capitalism systems, and the possible ways how to address them through a decentralised (anarchists) economic system based on cooperation, mutual aid, common ownership of all intellectual and usefull property created by collective work, and right of every human to well-being. Love these ideas, and the book easiness and structure! Definitely worth to read and to re-read!

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Charles Darwin (“Extraordinary Scientists” Series) 📌

| Author: Anita Croy | | Category: Biography, Non-fiction, Popular Science | | Language I read in: English | | Format: Paper Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

As the “Extraordinary Scientists” Series is aimed for young adults, the book is super easy and interesting to read! It covers Darwin's biography, as well as key facts and ideas of his theory of evolution and main work “On the origin of Species”. Amazing book!

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The Art of War đź“Ś

| Author: Sun Tzu | | Category: Philosophy | | Language I read in: English, Russian | | Format: Paper Book, E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

The pretty popular book describing a philosophy and strategy of war, which could be applicable to politic, business and daily life. Many chapters especially on Strategic Assessment, Planning a Siege, Formation (with 5 rules of military), as well as Emptiness and Fullness and Adaptations are to re-read!

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What Has Government Done to Our Money? đź“Ś

| Author: Murray N. Rothbard | | Category: Economics, Finance, Banking | | Language I read in: English, Russian | | Format: Paper Book, E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

A great historical overview of money and monetary system, as well as issues of the current international money system, connected with elimination of gold standard, governmental control, and current “fractional reserve” banking system headed by central banks. Useful book.

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Your Brain at Work đź“Ś

| Author: David Rock | | Category: Self-development, Publicistic | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: Paper Book, E-Book | | Keep reading: Yes |

My short notes on this book

Through a story of a couple living their daily life, this book provides importnat info about how our brain works, thanks to which we can better organize, prioritize, remember, and process our daily lives. Useful book, need to re-read it!

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Rich Dad, Poor Dad

| Author: Robert T. Kiyosaki | | Category: Finance, Personal Wealth | | Language I read in: Russian | | Format: E-Book | | Keep reading: Probably |

My short notes on this book

Book provides a guidance on various aspects of money, wealth creation, and financial independence. It highlights the difference between assets and liabilities, the power of financial education, and the importance of taking calculated risks, as well as the need of the right mindset and beliefs around money. Concepts around assets generating income vs. assets draining money, as well as the usefullness of LLC are surely helpful.

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Some further reading include novels and fiction books such as “For Whom the Bell Tolls”, “A Farawell to Arms”, “The Old Man and the Sea” by Ernest Hemingway, “All Quiet on the Western Front”, “Three Comrades” by Erich Maria Remarque etc.

 
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from Paulo Pilotti Duarte

If someone asks you for a summary and you don’t know how to explain it in scientific terms, you can paraphrase Thomas Sankara’s quote:

“It is the system where you have to decide whether a minority drinks champagne or everyone has access to drinking water.”

If it’s still not clear, you can tell them the story of the former revolutionary leader of Burkina Faso, one of the poorest countries in the world, from 1983 to 1987:

  • He launched a national literacy campaign.
  • Built railroads, roads, and housing.
  • Banned female genital mutilation, forced marriages, and polygamy.
  • Expanded women’s rights and access to education. He also appointed women to high-level positions in his government.
  • Redistributed land to peasant farmers.
  • Vaccinated over 2 million children against meningitis, yellow fever, and measles, saving 18,000 to 50,000 children’s lives annually.
  • Built schools, health centers, water dams, and provided free access to everyone in the country.
  • Suspended rural taxes and house rents.
  • Planted over 10 million trees to combat desertification.
  • Reduced the infant mortality rate from 208 per 1,000 births to ~100.
  • Refused to submit to the IMF and the World Bank.

A reader of Marx and Engels and a jazz guitarist, Sankara was assassinated by his former friend in a coup with the help of the French government. A right-wing dictatorship friendly to the French was installed. Much of the progress Sankara made in power was undone during this period. Many believe that the coup happened because Sankara, a pan-Africanist, was fighting for African countries to unite and refuse to pay the debt that colonizing nations, like France, had imposed on them.

  • Sankara was known for his charisma and his commitment to social justice. He was a vocal critic of colonialism and neocolonialism, and he called for a united and independent Africa.
  • Sankara’s legacy is still debated today. Some see him as a hero and a visionary leader, while others criticize his authoritarian methods. However, there is no doubt that he had a profound impact on Burkina Faso and on the African continent.

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from Late Night Blog

Recently I posted Bread to cheer me up and it has got me thinking about pseudonyms in general. This one's new but all my life I've been on some forum or social media under some form of pseudonym.

Sometimes the platform went kaput and sometimes I just stopped using it because I got busy or bored. I can't say how long I will stick around here.

My reasoning is everything I post is partitioned off into my own nom de plume. While a criminal investigation would probably link me to my account, anybody with a search engine or even who gets my IP won't be able to find me from my account.

In reality I'm fairly uncontroversial. I may have re-posted a slightly edgy meme. I also said that people having a meltdown over bridges over on fedi are being overly dramatic. But that's about it.

Like excuse me? You're talking about calling a lawyer because somebody made an instance on a federated network. Yes it's copying your posts like literally everything else on fedi. If being on fedi isn't legal consent to federate then fedi itself is illegal. Get off of here and go talk to yourself on an unfederated instance you dufus.

Okay I was a little nicer than that when interacting with others. Funny tangent aside time to get back on topic.

In one way writing microblog posts and regular blog posts is just easier when you're under a pseudonym. I can talk about my feelings and share wacky articles with the confidence of psudonymity. Even talking in person with people you totally trust there's always a hint of ego or fear of judgment.

There is also the lack of repercussions to things I do or say. This is not to say I intend to be mean or hateful. I still want to bring value, or at least indifference, to those I communicate with online. Still I have a few ways in which there could be trouble.

Talking about feeling down is a good way to get a firearm possession/carry permit revoked or have current or future access to sensitive technological systems reconsidered. Likely not the mundane “Bread to cheer me up” but there are always outlier cases.

Or perhaps a future potential employer see a slightly edgy meme and is unhappy about it. Younger Gen Z and Gen Alpha will be the first to have an entirely online life. Who knows how it will turn out but I intend to avoid that.

Or perhaps future ideas change. If meta becomes the next gab to the fediverse could I end up on some eternal blocklist for supporting federation? Fedi citizens are sometimes overly dramatic like that. Refer to tangent above.

Precautionary as apposed to a specific need to hide my thoughts. But still peace of mind and insurance against a touch employer or friend with a search engine. I might be an anonymous troll demon according to Jordan Peterson. I might also be doing something that should be illegal according to Nikki Haily.

In reality? I'm just a dufus sharing feelings and half baked philosophies on the internet.

 
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from Flippin 'eck, Blogger

A Spectrum in a self-contained carry case

So yes, this is in – in some ways – exactly what it looks like. A self-contained Sinclair ZX Spectrum, plus a display, all in a little carry case. A Spectrum Laptop. A Spectop, if you will.

Except that it's not quite what it seems. Obviously as well as the Spectrum, the keyboard, and the loudspeaker, there is a Raspberry Pi getting involved. What sort of deep magic is occurring there? Well, as I explained to @RenewedRebecca it's actually more sleight-of-hand than magic.


Drag your eyes away from the Spectrum keyboard and the display for a moment, and take a look at that Raspberry Pi. That's where everything happens.

It's a Pi 3A (chosen for its small form factor more than any other reason) and it's running an incredibly clever bit of software called ZXBareEmulator. This is a ZX Spectrum emulator running on “bare metal” ARM – in other words there is no operating system between the emulator and the Pi. When you switch the Pi on, it doesn't boot into Linux, or BSD, or indeed any kind of normal Raspberry Pi OS. It boots straight into the Z80 emulator and within about 2 seconds (only slightly slower than an actual Spectrum) you've got a full Spectrum emulator running.

Actually it's even better than that. It doesn't just emulate a standard 48K Speccy, it can also emulate a Spectrum 128 or Spectrum +2.

It also has a built-in tape drive emulator: if you press Caps Shift + Symbol Shift + ENTER it pauses the Spectrum emulation and pops up a control screen, which includes browsing the SD card in the Pi and selecting a Spectrum tape image.

The above-mentioned tape selection screen. It has the ZXBareEmulator logo at the top followed by a list of files from the SD card. The currently selected file is "Thanatos Side 1.tzx"


OK, so that's the guts of the thing. If you have a Raspberry Pi you can simply flash an SD card with the ZXBareEmulator image, boot it up, and be Spectrumming like it's 1984 within a minute or two. The Pi has HDMI output of course, so just plug it into your nearest modern monitor, add a standard PC keyboard, and you're in business.

But of course you might want more authenticity. You might want to use a real Spectrum keyboard, like I did.

(Full disclosure: that's actually a Recreated ZX Spectrum bluetooth keyboard rather than an original. I happened to have the Recreated keyboard lying around and ZXBareEmulator – of course – supports it natively.)

So what else is involved?

The screen is a 480x320 LCD with HDMI input by Waveshare – this one in fact. Sadly now twice the price it was when I bought it 3 years ago. It's actually a touchscreen but I don't use it as an input device for the Spectrum.

The audio comes, as can be seen from the image below, via an “amplified speaker kit” which was also bought from ThePiHut although they don't seem to stock it any more.

A close-up of the display and speaker

Final touches

The above is really all there is to it. Wiring is trivial – a short HDMI cable from the Pi to the LCD display, a 3.5mm-to-3.5mm audio jack cable from the Pi for the loudspeaker, and a USB connector between the Pi and the keyboard.

A close-up of the Raspberry Pi and the wiring

Finally there are a pair of jumpers to take 5V/GND from the Pi into the loudspeaker. The whole thing takes power externally from any micro-USB cable. The only snag here was that both the Pi and the LCD separately need a micro-USB connection for power. I solved this by buying a micro-USB splitter cable but I think I'd simply wire up my own if I were redoing this today.

The case is just a generic 35cm x 23cm plastic case with foam insert that I honestly can't remember where I bought it. I tried to bling it up a little with a Spectrum sticker on the outside but the effect's spoiled somewhat by the annoying screws holding all the inside bits in place.

The case, closed, with a third-party "Sinclair ZX Spectrum" sticker on it

That's it. It's fun. I like it.

Any questions, I'm over on Mastodon: @losttourist@social.chatty.monster

 
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from Late Night Blog

A personal post tonight.

I been in sort of a rut lately. Personal stuff. I would hesitate to call it depression, if I did it would only be the garden variety. Calling it anything more would be an insult to people suffering from the real deal.

If it was caused by things I could fix (or at least mitigate) then I would be doing something about them. In my experience distracting yourself from problems you can fix leads to more trouble down the line. But it's not unfortunately.

So as the title states I plan to make some bread tomorrow night. I already added chocolate chips and raisins to my shopping list and I plan to make probably three or four big loaves with different flavors.

Can't have too much bread in the freezer and multiple loaves decreases the work to bread ratio. Besides cooking is always more rewarding when you plan to drop some off with family or friends.

I'm not exactly sure there's a moral to this post. Aside from me getting thoughts off my chest as a pseudonymous internet user. If there is it would probably be to try plan something if you're in a rut. Especially if you don't have a specific reason or do but can't do much about it.

If you can make your situation better then just a distraction is probably not ideal but an accomplishment of some form from cleaning to a walk has always been good for my mind. Same goes for a post like this I guess.

Hope you're all doing well internet strangers.

 
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from Yulko Polo Travel Blog

General Info

Country: Thailand | Language: Thai, Southern Thai | Currency: THAI BAHT (THB) | Flag: 🇹🇭 | When visited: Dec. 2023

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đźš— How to commute

Beyond a rental car or bike, one have 2 main options to move around the Pa Thong and the whole Phuket Island: taxi or Phuket Smart Bus. The same is true for commuting from the airport to most parts of the island. The smart bus operates from 8am to 11pm minimum hourly, and has a fixed price of 100 THB per person per any trip in any direction (in cash!). We decided to go with taxi. There are plenty of options such as public taxi, Grab, inDrive or Bolt, with the latest two being the cheapest. Even though taxi is quicker than the smart bus, one should expect a long ride, as traffic jams are common in Phuket.

🏨 Where to stay

From small cheap rooms rented from locals on the hills to 5 stars hotels and resorts on the beach front, as it's usual for popular holiday destinations such as Phuket, one can find the huge variety of accommodations. I would say, that 2 important things one need to take into consideration while choosing a place to stay are hills and beach quality. Make sure that you've checked pics/videos of the nearest beach, because not all of them are having a good water quality, and as the terrain of the island is mountainous, you need to make sure you won't have to climb too high to reach your accommodation.

We have stayed at Baan Andaman Sea Surf in a two-bedroom Villa in the area of Patong beach. We loved the design, vibes, and calmness of the place, and enjoyed a lot of its premisses, with a pool featuring a small whirlpool and multiple common spaces with entertainments. The only small problem, which we were aware in advance and were fine with, was the pretty steep last ca. 20% of the path to the hotel. But the quality of the room, service and atmosphere were top for the price we have paid! hotel1 hotel2 hotel3

Our friends also stayed at another nice place called “Kokotel” in Naiyang beach area. It features enjoyable modern rooms and a huge rooftop pool, and is located just 3–5 minutes walk from the beach. hotel4 hotel5

🍽️ What and where to eat

Of course, there are multiple cafés and restaurants, from locals as well as global chains, to choose from. Besides, one can order food for delivery via for example Grab, buy some ready to eat food in the supermarket, or go for more local options such as food market or small food-trucks of locals with quick dishes.

Some highlights in Pa Thong area include: – Big C supermarkets (multiple locations around the city with the biggest supermarket at the Jungceylon shopping mall) where one can buy vegetables, fruits, and grocery to cook something, as well as ready to eat dishes and snacks. food1

  • Banzaan Fresh Market (located just opposite the Jungceylon shopping mall) where one can buy vegetables, fruits, and various local dishes from various vendors from deep-fried snacks to grilled fish.

  • Roti Patong Tea and Coffee a small nice cafĂ©, where one can eat supper delicious local traditional kind of pancakes with various filling from Nutella to ham & cheese. They also serve various drinks, including pretty good coffee. food3

  • ZomPaul Eatery serves all the traditional Thai food, but the good thing about this place is that it's located in a small side road, where it is not that crowdy and loud. food4 food5

  • No.6 Restaurant a small place with a huge variety of tasty food, where is always a line and one need to expect to wait min 10-15 min. to be seated! It has long tables with many people seating around them, just like in German beer gardens, but the atmosphere is enjoyable and comfortable and food is delicious.

  • Mr. Good's Seafood is also a pretty good place, where one can buy fresh fish and other seafood by kilos and enjoy it right away. Prices are not the cheapest one, but similar to other places in this busy area. food7 food8

  • Blue Beach is a cosy place on the beach front, where one can enjoy cocktails and live music. Piña colada in a coconut is something worth a try :) food9

đź‘€ What to do and what to see

  • Check out various beaches there are plenty of them and they are really different! b b0 Our favourites were:
  • Kata Noi Beach (clear water, beautiful scenery around) b1 b2
  • Naiyang Beach (calm and close to Sirinat National Park, so one can enjoy a great nature around) as well as Mai Khao Beach (here one can see arriving and departing aeroplanes staying just under them). b3 b4

  • Travel around the island and check various national parks, beaches, waterfalls, temples, markets, and entertainment complexes such as “FantaSea”, “Blue Tree Phuket” etc.

  • Go visit and feed Elephants at various locations around the city. We have been to a place called “Elephant Jungle Sanctuary” located almost in the middle of the island and featuring a nice cafĂ© (“Elephant Jungle Cafe”). e1 e2

  • Go visit The Big Buddha or if you don't want, you can see him almost everywhere in Karon area.

  • Eat fresh seafood at Rawai Seafood Market this is just the best place to buy some really fresh seafood that is even alive, and go to any or restaurants around, where you can choose how you want it to be cooked for you for some small payment per kilo. sm1 sm2 sm3 sm4 sm5

  • Bangla Road is a place to visit near Patong beach if you like loud music and parties, or if you are a fan of night-life entertainments.

đź’ˇ Some highlights

  • As in many Asian cities, you need to expect heavy traffic, loud roads and traffic jams!
  • To my taste, local Thai food turned out to be not that tasty :( But seafood especially at Rawai is super fresh and delicious!
  • We were unpleasantly surprised with some not really friendly behaviour of locals, and their aggressive sales approach.
  • I didn't finally get all the details, but there is some kind of conflict situation around local taxi drivers: in some areas you are allowed to on-/offboard taxis ordered via apps only in specially dedicated areas. Once our taxi driver (from InDrive) had a conflict with other drivers just because she collected us at the place, where we were waiting for her (we didn't know that this place was “reserved” for some local taxis only).
  • There is a huge variety of fruits that are pretty cheap and always tasty! One also needs to try a passion fruit 100% juice, which could be bought in Big C at Jungceylon shopping mall. It's just out of this world!
 
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from Code Adventures

Let's get started.

Game theme

The goal is to write an idle game, where you control a Mech. Waves of enemies a thrown at you, each wave stronger than the one before.

By defeating the waves you earn certain resources, probably XP, something like salvage or scrap and probably blueprints or prototypes of new modules.

Later on there might be other resources and additional mechanics.

At a certain point, waves become too hard and you have to prestige. This will reset your wave progress, but enhance multipliers or equipment levels that allow to beat higher waves.

Tech stack

I want to try and learn something new along the way. Since I am a C++ programmer by day, the game will be written in python, where I have some basic knowledge.

Additionally I plan to use pyimgui, since I read a bit about it and like the appeal. It might also comes in handy as C++ GUI for later projects.

I'm not sure regarding the render backend, since I have not much experience with graphical programs. If you have some good pros or cons for one or the other, feel free to tell me.

I also have no idea on how to approach any images and such. The start will probably be my own artistic impressions of what I think a Mech looks like.

That's my general idea, which will probably change a lot during the journey.

Thanks for reading and see you soon.

 
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from Code Adventures

I want to write my own game.

I started a thousand times already and never finished. After some time the interest vanishes and new ideas take over...

But not this time! This time it will be different. Why? Because of you.

I set up a blog to write about my adventure. And I hope for feedback that pushes me to continue, that makes coding more fun and maybe even starts collaboration.

The game itself will be an idle game centered around controlling a mech. The code will be available on https://github.com/code-adventures/mech-idle.

So stay tuned. Next time there will be more details.

See you.

 
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from Der Emil

Ohne all das unherzeigbare, das sich auf vielen Zetteln und in meinen Kladden ansammelte, wäre bei mir nichts Herzeigbares entstanden, keine Miniatur, kein Tanka, kein Märchen, kein unvollendeter Anfang, kein Doreacht – nichts und gar nichts hätte ich vozuweisen.

 
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from Brookemel

The Upscale Twist to Bachelor Parties: High-End Strippers and Why They're Worth Every Penny Introduction:

Have you ever wondered why some bachelor parties are talked about for ages while others fade into obscurity like my diet plans after seeing a cheesecake? The secret ingredient, my friends, isn't just alcohol or embarrassing stories; it's the inclusion of high-end strippers. Yes, you heard that right. We're not talking garden-variety entertainment; we're discussing the crème de la crème of adult amusement. Let’s embark on a humorous journey to discover why splurging on high-end strippers can transform your buddy’s last night of freedom from a mere gathering to the stuff of legends.

The Art of Choosing High-End Entertainment:

Choosing between average strippers and high-end ones is akin to deciding if you want your coffee brewed by a barista or a vending machine. Sure, both can give you a caffeine fix, but only one leaves you with the feeling of pure bliss (and a significantly lighter wallet). High-end strippers don't just show up; they arrive, ready to elevate your party's energy with the kind of professionalism that would make even the most discerning of uncles nod in approval.

Why Go High-End? The Unspoken Benefits:

Beyond the obvious eye candy, high-end strippers bring a plethora of unspoken benefits to your bachelor bash. For starters, their ability to navigate a party without causing a scene is unparalleled—think of them as the Navy SEALs of entertainment. They’re the ones who can discuss Nietzsche in one breath and then flawlessly execute a split in the next. And let’s not forget their inadvertent role as financial advisors; after all, nothing teaches you the value of money faster than a night with luxury entertainment.

The Economics of Splurging on Strippers:

Now, let's talk turkey—or in this case, talk tips. Investing in high-end strippers might seem like a lavish expense, but when you break down the cost versus the legendary status you'll achieve among your peers, it's a no-brainer. Imagine the tale of “Dave's Bachelor Party,” whispered in hushed tones across bars and man caves, all because Dave decided that only the best would do for his last night of bachelorhood.

Planning Your High-End Bachelor Bash:

Organizing a soirée with high-end entertainment requires finesse. You must consider the venue (is it worthy of their high-heeled artistry?), the guest list (are they ready for this level of sophistication?), and, most importantly, the playlist (because nothing says “classy” like the right background music to a pole dance). Remember, the goal is to complement their performance with an atmosphere that screams, “We know how to party with panache.”

Conclusion:

As we wrap up this guide to hosting a bachelor party that’s as unforgettable as your first online dating experience, remember that high-end strippers don't just bring nudity to your gathering—they bring an air of exclusivity, a touch of class, and a whole lot of memories that will be cherished, laughed about, and exaggerated for years to come. So, when planning your friend’s send-off into matrimonial bliss, ask yourself: Do we want a party, or do we want THE party?

 
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from Brookemel

High-End Strippers: The Secret Sauce to an Epic Bachelor Party”

Introduction:

Gather round, gents, as we delve into the not-so-secret ingredient that transforms a run-of-the-mill bachelor bash into a saga worthy of being passed down through generations. Yes, we're talking about high-end strippers, the veritable knights in shimmering... attire, who elevate your average beer-and-poker night into an epic adventure.

Why High-End Makes a Difference:

Choosing high-end strippers is like opting for a gourmet burger over fast food; both satisfy, but one turns the meal into an experience. These artists don't just dance; they perform feats of elegance and athleticism that leave your jaw on the floor, alongside your crumpled dollar bills. They're the difference between a memorable night and a “What happened last night?” morning.

The Perks of Going Premium:

High-end strippers bring more to your bachelor party than just visual appeal. They're the epitome of professionalism, blending incredible talent with an unmatched ability to read and respond to the room. Think of them as the party whisperers, capable of turning even the shyest attendee into the life of the party.

A Toast to the Wallet: Understanding the Investment:

Yes, hiring high-end strippers might seem like allocating a significant chunk of your party budget to entertainment. However, when you break down the cost per unforgettable memory created, it's a bargain. It's an investment in ensuring the groom's last single hurrah is not just remembered, but celebrated for years to come.

Planning the Ultimate Party with High-End Talent:

Crafting a bachelor party that incorporates high-end strippers requires a dash of creativity, a sprinkle of planning, and a whole lot of openness to fun. This is your chance to create a bespoke event, one where the entertainment is as much a part of the ambiance as the venue or the music. It's about creating a night that feels more like a private concert than a traditional stag do.

Conclusion:

In the end, incorporating high-end strippers into your bachelor party plans isn't just about the entertainment; it's about making a statement. It says you value quality, appreciate the art of performance, and are willing to go the extra mile to ensure the bachelor's last night of freedom is as golden as the rings soon to be exchanged.

 
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from Brookemel

High-End Strippers: The Secret Sauce to an Epic Bachelor Party Introduction:

Gather round, gents, as we delve into the not-so-secret ingredient that transforms a run-of-the-mill bachelor bash into a saga worthy of being passed down through generations. Yes, we're talking about high-end strippers, the veritable knights in shimmering... attire, who elevate your average beer-and-poker night into an epic adventure.

Why High-End Makes a Difference:

Choosing high-end strippers is like opting for a gourmet burger over fast food; both satisfy, but one turns the meal into an experience. These artists don't just dance; they perform feats of elegance and athleticism that leave your jaw on the floor, alongside your crumpled dollar bills. They're the difference between a memorable night and a “What happened last night?” morning.

The Perks of Going Premium:

High-end strippers bring more to your bachelor party than just visual appeal. They're the epitome of professionalism, blending incredible talent with an unmatched ability to read and respond to the room. Think of them as the party whisperers, capable of turning even the shyest attendee into the life of the party.

A Toast to the Wallet: Understanding the Investment:

Yes, hiring high-end strippers might seem like allocating a significant chunk of your party budget to entertainment. However, when you break down the cost per unforgettable memory created, it's a bargain. It's an investment in ensuring the groom's last single hurrah is not just remembered, but celebrated for years to come.

Planning the Ultimate Party with High-End Talent:

Crafting a bachelor party that incorporates high-end strippers requires a dash of creativity, a sprinkle of planning, and a whole lot of openness to fun. This is your chance to create a bespoke event, one where the entertainment is as much a part of the ambiance as the venue or the music. It's about creating a night that feels more like a private concert than a traditional stag do.

Conclusion:

In the end, incorporating high-end strippers into your bachelor party plans isn't just about the entertainment; it's about making a statement. It says you value quality, appreciate the art of performance, and are willing to go the extra mile to ensure the bachelor's last night of freedom is as golden as the rings soon to be exchanged.

 
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from bonntechsolutions

As of my last update in february 2024, I don't have specific information about “Bonntech” being the best Mean Stack course in Mohali or any other location. However, if you're considering enrolling in a Mean Stack course, here are some general factors to consider when evaluating different options: Reputation and Reviews: Look for reviews and testimonials from past students. Check online platforms, social media, and forums for feedback on the quality of the course and the instructors. Curriculum: Evaluate the course curriculum to ensure it covers all the necessary topics in Mean Stack development comprehensively. This should include MongoDB, Express.js, Angular or React (depending on the stack), and Node.js. Instructor Expertise: Check the qualifications and experience of the instructors. They should have practical experience in Mean Stack development and teaching. Hands-on Projects: A good course should include hands-on projects or real-world examples to help reinforce learning and practical skills. Job Placement Assistance: If you're looking to enter the job market after completing the course, inquire about any job placement assistance or career support services offered by the course provider. Cost and Duration: Compare the cost and duration of the course with other options available in the market. Make sure it fits your budget and schedule. Flexibility: Consider the flexibility of the course schedule, especially if you're working or have other commitments. Certification: Check if the course offers a certification upon completion and whether it's recognized in the industry. It's essential to research and compare multiple options before making a decision. Additionally, you might want to reach out to the Bonntech institute directly to inquire about specific details regarding their Mean Stack course, such as the syllabus, teaching methodology, and outcomes.

VISIT :– http://bonntech.in/courses/mean-stack/

 
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from bonntechsolutions

As of my last update in february 2024, I don't have specific information about “Bonntech” being the best Mean Stack course in Mohali or any other location. However, if you're considering enrolling in a Mean Stack course, here are some general factors to consider when evaluating different options: Reputation and Reviews: Look for reviews and testimonials from past students. Check online platforms, social media, and forums for feedback on the quality of the course and the instructors. Curriculum: Evaluate the course curriculum to ensure it covers all the necessary topics in Mean Stack development comprehensively. This should include MongoDB, Express.js, Angular or React (depending on the stack), and Node.js. Instructor Expertise: Check the qualifications and experience of the instructors. They should have practical experience in Mean Stack development and teaching. Hands-on Projects: A good course should include hands-on projects or real-world examples to help reinforce learning and practical skills. Job Placement Assistance: If you're looking to enter the job market after completing the course, inquire about any job placement assistance or career support services offered by the course provider. Cost and Duration: Compare the cost and duration of the course with other options available in the market. Make sure it fits your budget and schedule. Flexibility: Consider the flexibility of the course schedule, especially if you're working or have other commitments. Certification: Check if the course offers a certification upon completion and whether it's recognized in the industry. It's essential to research and compare multiple options before making a decision. Additionally, you might want to reach out to the Bonntech institute directly to inquire about specific details regarding their Mean Stack course, such as the syllabus, teaching methodology, and outcomes.

VISIT :– http://bonntech.in/courses/mean-stack/

 
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from bonntechsolutions

As of my last update in february 2024, I don't have specific information about “Bonntech” being the best Mean Stack course in Mohali or any other location. However, if you're considering enrolling in a Mean Stack course, here are some general factors to consider when evaluating different options: Reputation and Reviews: Look for reviews and testimonials from past students. Check online platforms, social media, and forums for feedback on the quality of the course and the instructors. Curriculum: Evaluate the course curriculum to ensure it covers all the necessary topics in Mean Stack development comprehensively. This should include MongoDB, Express.js, Angular or React (depending on the stack), and Node.js. Instructor Expertise: Check the qualifications and experience of the instructors. They should have practical experience in Mean Stack development and teaching. Hands-on Projects: A good course should include hands-on projects or real-world examples to help reinforce learning and practical skills. Job Placement Assistance: If you're looking to enter the job market after completing the course, inquire about any job placement assistance or career support services offered by the course provider. Cost and Duration: Compare the cost and duration of the course with other options available in the market. Make sure it fits your budget and schedule. Flexibility: Consider the flexibility of the course schedule, especially if you're working or have other commitments. Certification: Check if the course offers a certification upon completion and whether it's recognized in the industry. It's essential to research and compare multiple options before making a decision. Additionally, you might want to reach out to the Bonntech institute directly to inquire about specific details regarding their Mean Stack course, such as the syllabus, teaching methodology, and outcomes.

VISIT :– http://bonntech.in/courses/mean-stack/

 
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from bonntechsolutions

As of my last update in february 2024, I don't have specific information about “Bonntech” being the best Mean Stack course in Mohali or any other location. However, if you're considering enrolling in a Mean Stack course, here are some general factors to consider when evaluating different options: Reputation and Reviews: Look for reviews and testimonials from past students. Check online platforms, social media, and forums for feedback on the quality of the course and the instructors. Curriculum: Evaluate the course curriculum to ensure it covers all the necessary topics in Mean Stack development comprehensively. This should include MongoDB, Express.js, Angular or React (depending on the stack), and Node.js. Instructor Expertise: Check the qualifications and experience of the instructors. They should have practical experience in Mean Stack development and teaching. Hands-on Projects: A good course should include hands-on projects or real-world examples to help reinforce learning and practical skills. Job Placement Assistance: If you're looking to enter the job market after completing the course, inquire about any job placement assistance or career support services offered by the course provider. Cost and Duration: Compare the cost and duration of the course with other options available in the market. Make sure it fits your budget and schedule. Flexibility: Consider the flexibility of the course schedule, especially if you're working or have other commitments. Certification: Check if the course offers a certification upon completion and whether it's recognized in the industry. It's essential to research and compare multiple options before making a decision. Additionally, you might want to reach out to the Bonntech institute directly to inquire about specific details regarding their Mean Stack course, such as the syllabus, teaching methodology, and outcomes.

VISIT :– http://bonntech.in/courses/mean-stack/

 
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