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Day-4: Unlocking the Power of Randomization in Python Lists

Python Boot Camp 2023 - Day-4

Randomization and Python List Introduction Randomization is an essential concept in computer programming and data analysis. It involves the process of generating random elements or sequences that have an equal chance of being selected. In Python, randomization is a powerful tool that allows developers to introduce an element of unpredictability and make programs more dynamic. This article…

[becausegoodheroesdeservekidneys]

I'm an A-Level student and so many of my classmates use ChatGPT for essays in Law and RS and stuff - like, they sound proud of themselves, as if they're cheating the system and being clever? Just makes me feel very bleak. What are we doing man

Well, the unfortunate news for them is that they are going to struggle if they make it to uni.

This is the big problem with AI - it cannot analyse a single thing. If I were to say to you "What are the features Tumblr users would most want and why?", you are a human being with a brain and experiences and decision-making skills, and you could probably sit and come up with an answer. You would base that answer on things you personally find lacking, or want to see; you would also base it in things you have seen others bemoaning on the site.

For example, I reckon I'd say something like:

The permanent ability to boop people with a cat paw, which is implemented as opt-in. Also customisable, so you can choose whether you want a random cat paw to appear on your screen each time it happens to you. Also a different animation for super boop/evil boop, and maybe more boop options than those two, and maybe also different paw colours.

Actual enforcement of hate speech rules. We all agree to them when we join, so it's perfectly legal to delete someone for spouting Nazi shit AND YET.

No more banning or censoring queer folks' accounts

More ability to adjust the interface for disabled bloggers, e.g. colour and contrast, font, layout, switching off moving GIFs or other animations by default, etc.

Tag editing, it's frustrating having to delete whole tags.

Tag memory! Where have my tags gone??? For a year now I have slightly better luck on desktop, but for the most part, which of my tags are remembered by autofill and which are never, ever offered to me has been wholly divorced from how often I've used them. And my tags are often lengthy and odd, so it's become much harder to use mobile.

No data scraping. This is the anti-cap site thank you. Also on that note, get rid of the For You section and any other algorithmic tracking, because it's just as likely to show you a Nazi blog as an anti-Nazi one as long as you have spent any time at all discussing Nazism.

Better blocking ability, on that note.

Better search function

I could go on, but you get the idea. That's analysis that I've done, based on discussions I have seen and taken part in, and my own experiences.

I just asked ChatGPT. Here's what it had to say:

"Tumblr users have diverse preferences, but there are several features that many users would likely appreciate: 1. Improved Content Discovery: Tumblr is known for its vast array of content, so improving content discovery mechanisms such as personalized recommendations, trending topics, and enhanced search functionality can help users find more of the content they enjoy. 2. Enhanced Customization Options: Tumblr users value the ability to customize their blogs extensively. Providing more themes, layout options, and customization tools can empower users to express themselves creatively and make their blogs unique. 3. Integration of Multimedia Formats: Tumblr is a platform where users share various types of multimedia content, including images, GIFs, videos, and audio. Enhancing support for different media formats, improving media upload and management features, and optimizing the viewing experience can enhance user engagement. 4. Improved Mobile Experience: Many Tumblr users access the platform via mobile devices. Therefore, optimizing the mobile app for better performance, usability, and feature parity with the desktop version can greatly enhance the user experience. 5. Community Engagement Features: Tumblr has a vibrant community, so features that facilitate interaction among users, such as improved messaging, reblogging, tagging, and commenting functionalities, can foster a sense of community and increase user engagement. 6. Content Moderation Tools: Given the diverse content on Tumblr, providing users with robust content moderation tools, including options for filtering, blocking, and reporting inappropriate content, can help ensure a safer and more enjoyable experience for all users. 7. Monetization Options for Creators: Many Tumblr users are content creators who would appreciate opportunities to monetize their content. Introducing features such as ad revenue sharing, subscription-based content, or integrated e-commerce capabilities can incentivize creators to produce high-quality content and invest more in their Tumblr presence. 8. Accessibility Features: Improving accessibility features such as alt text support for images, screen reader compatibility, and customizable text sizes and color schemes can make Tumblr more inclusive and accessible to users with disabilities. 9. Privacy and Security Enhancements: Enhancing privacy controls, data protection measures, and account security features can help users feel more confident and secure when using the platform, which is especially important given concerns about online privacy and security. 10. API and Third-Party Integration: Opening up Tumblr's API and allowing for easier integration with third-party services and apps can encourage innovation and development within the Tumblr ecosystem, providing users with more options and flexibility in how they use the platform. Overall, focusing on improving content discovery, customization options, community engagement, and user safety while also providing opportunities for creators to monetize their content can help Tumblr retain and attract users in a competitive social media landscape."

It's possible that feels alright, on first glance. But take a closer look.

Every point made is vague, and disconnected from any real life examples. In the very first point, it thinks we want better search functions (yes!) but also more algorithmic recommendations (no!). It wants us to have personalised recommendations AND better security, in fact, which are incompatible - but an LLM doesn't and can't know that. Monetisation of the platform is something that has historically faced appalling backlash from users, and this thing is suggesting ad revenue sharing and subscription services.

Because, its suggestions are generic suggestions. These are not Tumblr-specific. No mention of queerphobia, no mention of Nazis, and absolutely zero understanding of what the specific users on this site actually want.

... all of which is to say...

It's what is academically known as descriptive work. It lays out some facts, but there's no depth, no analysis, no interpretation of those facts at all. Why would we want third party integration? What apps are we calling for? Give examples. Would that aid ad-blocking? Search functions? In that case, wouldn't third-party integration be tackling the symptoms and not the cause? Shouldn't we work better ad-blocking and search functions into Tumblr at a base level?

And in school - even up to A Level - that's okay. You won't get top marks for that, because it's all too vague and too descriptive, but it's fine. School-level assignments tend to be more broad and less applied, too, which LLMs fare better with.

But in university, you start with descriptive facts, and then you are expected to analyse. If you cannot analyse, you run a very real risk of failing. Which means if you've spent your GCSEs and A Levels not bothering to learn those analytical skills and letting ChatGPT do the work for you, you are going to face an extremely uphill struggle when the expectations of study increase.

So, to round off, try not to get too discouraged. You know you aren't doing it, which means you are the one actually learning and developing and growing. Others will learn eventually, and probably more painfully. You do you!

[geometrymatters]

FRACTAL TREES – BASIC L-SYSTEM- EXAMPLE 9.4

Fractal processes have practical applications in creating 3D vegetation for models using plant generators like Xfrog and Laubwerk. These tools utilize mathematical and botanical principles to produce realistic plants. A key algorithm family used in these generators is Lindenmayer systems (L-systems), which generate complex structures through iterative production rules. Understanding L-systems can enhance the use of these tools or inspire custom design applications. The simplest L-system involves drawing lines from a point at variable angles and reducing line length proportionally with each generation, creating intricate plant-like structures.

L-systems, such as those created with Grasshopper and Anemone, start with a set point and draw lines at defined angles and lengths, doubling the number of lines with each generation. Varying angles and lengths produces diverse structures. The book "The Algorithmic Beauty of Plants" is a valuable resource for understanding these systems. By creating simple tree generators with random seeds, users can design non-repetitive, impressionistic vegetation models for various applications.

Using tools like Rabbit by Morphocode in Grasshopper facilitates experimenting with L-systems. By encoding production rules into loops, users can generate structures that mimic natural plant growth. The iterative nature of L-systems, with each generation building upon the last, allows for the creation of detailed and varied vegetation models, enhancing both rendering quality and the representation of vegetation massing in digital environments.

[fluideli123]

Okay so there's this Sonic Plurality meme going around

[IMAGE ID: Shadow and Sonic are standing side by side. Shadow says, "I have multiple personality disorder." and Sonic responds with, "Dayum!! Any of them freaky???" /END ID]

I'd seen it a few times across platforms but during one I stumbled upon an interesting response:

[IMAGE ID: I don't see anything to enjoy about this actually? Like I'm so confused. There have been no hints in the games and/or shows for Shadow to have DID (and losing memory is not the same at all, on the one hand it's trying to find out who you were, and on the other hand with DID it's literally different people living in the same body), so this is at best just something random that isn't funny, and at worst a poor attempt at a joke which both mocks people with such a serious condition and mischaracterizes Shadow. Then, the joke could reside in Sonic's answer, but considering the severity of DID, it would be pretty weird. And that's not even taking in account just how far from canon that answer is. I don't get it. I'm pretty sure there could have been many other explicit jokes to make that would have actually been funny, whereas this is just poorly thought-out. Plainly spoken, if Insta had a dislike button, you can pretty much guess what I'd use it for /END ID]

I will not be diving into the cesspool that could be created by creating a post in response to the claim that "this meme mocks DID people." So, instead I'm going to give my thoughts on the claim that thinking Shadow has characteristics of DID is mischaracterizing him might actually be an interpretation and not entirely a fact!

First of all, as stated by this person, Plurality is, in fact--in the most plainest and broadest of terms--multiple people living in one body! Shadow is partially alien since Dr. Robotnik used Black Doom's DNA to create Shadow The Hedgehog in a lab. Black Doom is part of an alien race in which one of their abilities is a collective hive mind!

A hive mind is, "a unified consciousness or intelligence formed by a number of alien individuals, the resulting consciousness typically exerting control over its constituent members." To simplify it means that a bunch of beings share one single consciousness, mind, and it can be shared between members in differing ways.

This is a characteristic of plurality! A lot of plural systems share a consciousness, thoughts, emotions, and ways of living. In some systems there are also "leaders" or types of headmates who are the main head of the collective. This would reflect Black Doom and his position of power within the hive mind and how it affects Shadow.

Outside of the similarities between the two there is also the biological aspect of plurality in play here. Shadow most likely has the genes for hive-mindedness, meaning he has the ability to share a mind with others, AKA a possibility for natural-born plurality. Which, differs from experience to experience!

Secondly, Shadow went through extreme trauma during his time on the ARK and on Earth. Disordered Plurality and Truamagenic Plurality share characteristics for their plurality being affected or formed by trauma within or outside the system. It is possible that he could have formed a type of plurality just from that experience alone, especially in combination of his natural alien genes. In a sense, he was never meant to be alone within his own mind.

Thirdly, he is a creature of chaos energy which is different and works in a hell of a lot of ways across media. So let's make a list real quick:

Chaos Emerald Energy

Manifest peoples' thoughts as power

Appliable to all living things

Can be channeled as a tangible energy

Feelings unleash energy and interact with the wielder differently

Can bend and affect reality (slowing time, warping, reshaping, travel through time and dimensions)

Temporarily enhance a user's innate talents

Channeled into Chaos Powers

Super transformations

2. Chaos energy (Archie)

Natural Liquid Chaos energy

Ability to track chaos energy

3. Chaos energy (Pre-Super Genesis Wave)

Derived from Chaos Force

Shadow and Knuckles are the only two known to harness Raw Chaos Energy

There is a possibility to harness even greater amounts of it

4. Chaos energy (Sonic X)

Emerald Chaos energy is needed to create rings

In summary, Shadow being a being made of literal chaos energy in such amounts can mean he has the possibility of each and every one of these known Chaos Energy Abilities.

Plurality can involve the formation and creation of headmates or introjects, a kind of headmate formed from something or somewhere else than within the system. Having the possible ability to interact with reality, harness raw chaos energy that others cannot, and create things based on feelings mixed with alien genes and trauma would be a pretty incredible mix for plurality. Not only that but, as you can see, it heavily ties to his own history and biology to be plural in some form or another.

Plus, is it really far off if Shadow had headmates? Many people theorize that he may not be the original after he met android versions of himself or a clone (I can never remember). Plus, his differences between Sonic Adventure, Shadow the Hedgehog, and other games (if we're to place them all within the same timeline) would explain why he acts, thinks, or shows different characteristics that some people believe "do not line up."

All in all, Plural Shadow truthers deserve to have fun and anyone who does or doesn't enjoy the meme that started this post is valid to have their own opinion. Just as it is to have different interpretations about Shadow and his form(s) of plurality!!!

[artmolonara]

Personal Headcannon for Lumpy's Where's Waldo: Waldo is an escaped science experiment by the world health organization in order to create a cure for diseases and have overall an individual with accelerated healing. The other Waldos are essentially a result of that, in which, like an axolotl, Waldo can regenerate himself, and if the injury is substantial enough, like a limb being severed, a whole new Waldo could grow (though I may regulate this to only if he's severed in half length ways via split brain, idk, just a really cool visual in my head).

His idealization with curing "Dangerous Cancers" is an extension of this purpose imposed upon him, but he takes a more metaphorical approach to it.

The Walking Stick is either an entirely different science experiment that Waldo stole that allows the user to teleport (and perhaps see the future), or perhaps it enhances or dampens Waldo's already superhuman abilities (much like the inhibitor rings Shadow the Hedgehog wears). Leaning more towards the former, as we have yet to see him teleport without his cane in Lumpy's series.

Additional idea I just had: Given there seems to be the lingering presence of clowns, which in the Secret Lumpy Waldo episode, are described as being 10 feet tall on average, meaning they are not human. It almost seems like they are spectral or otherworldly beings that are on the background layer in a meta sense. Waldo as we see seems to be quite tall himself and is connected to them in some way. Maybe he's part clown? A human/clown hybrid? IDK just random thoughts now. I'm not totally behind this idea, but the clowns are definitely pulling strings in the background.

[thetechempire]

How Apple Relies on Samsung for iPhone Production

Apple and Samsung are two big rivals in the technology industry, and are often portrayed as rivals in the smartphone market. Behind the scenes, however, Apple relies on Samsung for key components used in its flagship product, the iPhone. This relationship may seem odd, but it illustrates the complex nature of global supply chains in the technology sector. In this blog we will examine how Apple trusts Samsung and why this relationship is so important to the creation of the iPhone.

1. The OLED Displays: Samsung’s Technological Edge

One of the most critical components in modern iPhones is the OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) display. These displays are known for their vibrant colors, deep blacks, and energy efficiency, significantly enhancing the user experience compared to older LCD technology. Samsung Display, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, is the world’s leading manufacturer of OLED screens.

When Apple transitioned to OLED screens with the iPhone X in 2017, it turned to Samsung due to the company’s unparalleled expertise and production capacity in OLED technology. While Apple has since diversified its suppliers, with LG Display and others entering the fray, Samsung remains the largest provider of OLED screens for iPhones. Samsung’s dominance in this sector gives Apple little choice but to collaborate with its competitor.

2. Chips and Semiconductors: More Than Just Displays

Apple designs its own A-series chips, but the actual production of these chips relies on external manufacturing. While companies like TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) handle most of Apple’s chip production, Samsung has also played a role in this arena. Samsung is one of the few companies with the technological prowess and manufacturing capabilities to produce advanced semiconductor components.

In previous iPhone generations, Samsung produced the A-series chips that powered these devices. Although TSMC has since become Apple’s primary chip manufacturer, Samsung’s semiconductor division remains a key player in the global chip market, offering Apple an alternative supplier when needed.

3. Memory and Storage: Another Piece of the Puzzle

In addition to displays and semiconductors, Samsung provides memory components such as DRAM (Dynamic Random-Access Memory) and NAND flash storage for the iPhone. These memory components are essential for the smooth operation and storage capacity of iPhones. With its dominance in the memory market, Samsung is one of Apple’s main suppliers, providing the high-quality memory needed to meet the iPhone’s performance standards.

Apple has worked to reduce its reliance on Samsung for memory, but the reality is that Samsung’s market share in the memory and storage sectors is so substantial that avoiding them entirely is nearly impossible. Furthermore, Samsung’s advanced manufacturing techniques ensure that its memory components meet the rigorous standards required for the iPhone.

4. Why Apple Sticks with Samsung Despite the Rivalry

Given their rivalry in the smartphone market, one might wonder why Apple doesn’t completely break away from Samsung. The answer lies in the intricate balance between quality, capacity, and supply chain stability.

Quality: Samsung’s components, particularly OLED displays and memory, are some of the best in the industry. Apple has always prioritized quality in its products, and Samsung’s technological capabilities align with Apple’s high standards.

Capacity: Samsung has the production capacity to meet Apple’s enormous demand. With millions of iPhones sold each year, Apple needs suppliers that can manufacture components at scale without compromising quality. Samsung’s factories are among the few capable of handling such volume.

Supply Chain Risk: Diversifying suppliers is a strategy Apple uses to reduce risk. However, removing Samsung from the supply chain entirely would expose Apple to greater risk if another supplier fails to meet production needs or quality standards. By maintaining Samsung as a key supplier, Apple can ensure a more stable and reliable supply chain.

5. Apple’s Efforts to Reduce Dependency

While Apple remains dependent on Samsung in several areas, the company has made moves to reduce this reliance over the years. For instance, Apple has invested in alternative display suppliers such as LG Display and BOE Technology, as well as expanded its collaboration with TSMC for chip production. Additionally, Apple has explored developing its own in-house components, such as its rumored efforts to create proprietary display technology.

Despite these efforts, it’s unlikely that Apple will be able to completely eliminate Samsung from its supply chain in the near future. Samsung’s technological leadership in key areas, especially OLED displays and memory, ensures that Apple will continue to rely on its competitor for critical components.

Conclusion: A Symbiotic Rivalry

The relationship between Apple and Samsung is a fascinating example of how competition and collaboration can coexist in the tech industry. While they are fierce competitors in the smartphone market, Apple depends on Samsung’s advanced manufacturing capabilities to produce the iPhone, one of the most iconic devices in the world. This interdependence shows that even the most successful companies cannot operate in isolation, and collaboration between rivals is often necessary to bring cutting-edge products to market.

For Apple, the challenge lies in maintaining this balance — relying on Samsung for essential components while exploring new avenues to reduce dependency. For now, however, Samsung remains a crucial partner in the making of the iPhone, demonstrating how complex and interconnected the global tech supply chain has become.

[silent-sanctum]

The Part 3 Dilemma

I have one of this random thoughts of mine and it's about one of the complaints about Stardust Crusaders

"I dropped at Part 3 because the plot dragged too long" "The Monster-of-the week trope made it boring"

Personally, I don't mind it (thanks to Jotaro's presence tbh). But I do understand why others feel that way. I feel like the reason Araki decided to stick with that set-up is because for one, it's a shonen series (a.k.a a manga who's targeted for young boys), and two that it's because it's his way of experimenting with a new power system.

So, you can't really blame a guy who wanted to test things out in the beginning rather than to focus on writing a more engaging story, more so when him knowing that the introduction of Stands and their powers was able to bring him the most commercial success.

But from a writer's perspective and someone who watches a lot of shows, I think what made SC such a sludge to get through is this part's lack of subplots.

What do I mean by that? Let me explain:

"A subplot is a narrative thread that is woven through the media to support the elements of the main plot. A subplot can build out the conflict in the main plot or it can be a vehicle for a secondary character's storyline."

Essentially, it's a method of fleshing out the story more by introducing the audience a side story to either tackle a theme that's related to the main plot or develop a character more to better understand their purpose in the story.

Now let's look at Part 3

The central point of this part is that a big bad has returned to wreak havoc on the Joestars and the world and it's the heroes' job is to get rid of him once and for all. It's odyssey-based where we get to see the guys go on this journey and fight the bad guys until they reach the final stage.

But because this part involves just that- the fighting bad guys part- for 40+ episodes, it bores the audience because of how repetitive it's becoming. There's nothing else it has going on for it to keep the audience engaged.

There's a significant lack of subplots to enhance their journey to Egypt.

Compare that to the other parts…

Part 4: A slice-of-life/murder mystery plot that focuses on the stories of its residents (e.g. Koichi's development, Okuyasu's family issues, Yukako's obssesion, Rohan's antics as a mangaka, Josuke's bond with Joseph), before tying them into the main plot in the second half (e.g. Reimi's murder, the involvement of the Stand arrow, focus on Kira's mind as a psychopathic serial killer) Part 5: Got to look into the past of each of Bucciarati's crew: Giorno and Bucciarati's childhood, Mista's pre-Stand user life, Abbachio's past as a cop, Diavolo and Trish's dynamic, Fugo's history with his anger issues. There's also the involvement of the Stand arrow, brief focus on La Squadra's perspective, etc. Part 6: Explores the characters of Ermes (seeking justice for the death of her sister), FF (their path of finding their identity), delving deep into DIO's psyche about "attaining heaven", Weather Report's history with Pucci and Perla, and the estranged bond between Jolyne and Jotaro.

This is Araki improving his craft but when we compare that to Part 3, we can see that P3 only got the "fighting enemies until we reach the boss" plot going on. And that's tedious to get past.

Sure we got one subplot going: Polnareff's quest of avenging the death of his sister.

His purpose of joining the Crusaders in the first place was to find the killer. It's been tackled for more than one episode and in the process, we see him form rapport with the allies he made while still sticking to his mission, allowing the audience to connect to the Frenchman more (even to the point where they start to joke that he's the main protagonist instead of Jotaro)

But what of the rest? What of the development of the other Crusaders?

Kakyoin and his past as a lonely child born with a Stand?

How Avdol met Joseph, and what his motivation was to continue working with the latter?

Maybe a subtle foreshadowing of Joseph's infidelity or how he's doing in New York prior to the quest?

Heck maybe even a background as to why Jotaro turned to delinquency when in the past, he's seen or viewed as a regular happy child who does well and is active in school?

Instead, what we got is Kak's past revealed as a last minute attempt to make us feel sympathy for him as he's dying, Avdol died without much going about him, Joseph is just there to be the secondary Jojo, and 3taro is most of the fandom's worst version of Jotaro because at a surface level, he's seen only as a rude standoffish teenager who does not emote for no reason.

We don't get to connect with the Crusaders as much or as deep because we don't know them outside of "we're here to defeat the big evil" and a bunch of fighting.

tldr: Not enough character development because there's too much of the "beat the bad guys and win"

I don't know. It's just my personal take because usually when I consume media, I tend to get hooked onto the story when there's mini stories that fleshes out the overarching theme.

Thanks for coming to my TED talk

[unproduciblesmackdown]

i feel like you would have really fascinating takes on the transformers franchise if that was ever something something you got into (meant as complimentary. kind of inspired by the fast and furious zine you talk abt every now and then tho in tf case its much more transgender in the comics (kind of in transformers one as well?) than the live action verse. asia kate dillon in a transformers movie when...) sorry if this is random as hell :]

oh thank you, this ask is a treat to randomly get, fun insight on that connection & my theoretical fascinating takes is [takes the compliment] rn lol

i've never directly experienced any transformers franchise media besides Knowing Of It while existing concurrently with it on this earth, gleaned a tiny bit of info but any like. lol here we go: transformative &/or just fan analysis / discussion worlds are pretty entirely unknown to me, but i guess i both already assume & am distantly aware of like queer fanbase existing lol & like you really have to deconstruct ideas about sexuality & gender if you're dealing with stuff like alien robots fucking, i'm sure two trucks having sex has to be a thing for transformers fans more than even the average tumblr user. which like now that you've sent this idea connecting it to Fast & Furious: Transgender Style like i'm sure just as that is kind of an uphill battle (at least seemingly) to fix a trans lens on, like, well it's an uphill battle i'm sure if some transformer fan ships the transformers but has to draw mechs about it. however, "trans" is right in the name. just like on real, regular trucks sometimes

also like genuinely maybe you should pitch "trans / queer input on the transformers franchise" to https://www.girldadpress.com/contact as an idea for a potential upcoming anthology work again, like the first zine being that "all trans contributors doing works about the fast & furious franchise" (which i could contribute to without having ever seen any movies or knowing anything besides what was from the one relevant video game we watched a playthrough of on youtube. while also not being the only contributor who had never seen anything fast & furious / didn't know much / didn't particularly like it lol) & the anthology in progress right now being queer contributors doing works about the sex & the city franchise, which i also know nothing about, except maybe making the connection about the funny unlikely "and just like that" making billions have to quickly edit in some voiceover into an episode, & then i start talking actually about being the queer trans "also not a fan, also haven't even actually seen this" about billions lmao But. that'd be in writing so we can imagine a sprawling [just me complaining / analyzing a whole different media] all while like, i'm not the Wrong Audience billionswatcher with that insight + writing skill combo (that would be nothingunrealistic)

anyway they Are open to input / ideas like that lol & i didn't have any ideas to offer but like why not send it in? & then maybe eventually you could have a zine of fascinating takes on the transformers franchise. i really enjoyed the full 2 trans 2 furious zine as someone who barely already knew anything, so probably if i Did know shit it'd only be an enhanced experience.

asia kate dillon in the last(?) fast & furious movie, in a transformers movie sure, in Anything, anywhere in their range from Striking, Intense Presence to funny little guy (highest honor)

(bonus: from following a few blogs for cats (jellicle) (have been meaning to like watch the '98 proshot but haven't actually yet. know a bit & respect it / like it on principle / like it distantly b/c like Yeah Sure but again another thing i don't know much about. one time my costume for a show i was in was very cats style, which is great. unfortunately don't have access to any of the disposable camera vlogging pics i took. it was purple & i did my own face makeup whee) i see things about Starlight Express, the andrew lloyd webber musical about trains & their train contest & it's done on rollerskates & i also know basically nothing but it's, you know, people As Train Units in costumes that like at a glance are kind of giving transformers(tm) b/c how could it not, really. this is like my main trainsformers (keeping that typo, sure) thing to offer rn)

[bakawitch]

How exactly do pixies and their fairy holders work? (Definitely not asking to prepare for those oc subs in advance)

I should probably start this off by saying that the rebels are all going to be seelie fairies.

Pixie's are basically lesser kwamis. Their names are usually related to what colour they are. They mostly just provide an armour (typical frilly magical girl armour), enhance the users' senses, and enhance a magical ability they already have. So they're essentially familiars. They don't have any magical jewellery housing them or any impressive power of their own. They just stick to the fairy they're currently assigned to. Pixies are often used in war as weapons, but since Mab came to power, most of them have been recalled.

Fairies are complicated creatures, and all of them have a very specific job to do in their own court. Court systems can also be pretty complicated. There are two main courts, each of them which have two sub courts, and those courts also have many niche sub courts. Taking the Seelie Court as an example, it would basically look like this:

(Note that the forest Court probably has many more sub courts, so you could make up any court you want as long as it's related to forests, or animals, or the earth element, which ever court you pick (for Summer Court it's Sky Court, Weather Court and Winged Court (birds))

So as an example, let's take this random character I made up just now; Gwasen, the Ribbed Artisian

Gwesen works in the Moss Court, which branches of the Forest-> Spring -> Seelie Court. He has weird plant cuticle skin, dear horns, and an exposed ribcage. He has a pretty low rank position in the court, so he doesn't have any fancy titles. His job is to make sure that the moss always reaches the areas it needs to grow at. It's an easy enough task, and it doesn't take all that much effort since he can just carry the moss in his ribcage. Sometimes, he even forgets them inside. When the war between the main courts finally struck, he was drafted and assigned a pixie. His pixie is an Oyster Green shade and responds to the name Oy. Whenever Gwasen calls upon it, it transforms into his magically enhanced armour and strengthens his moss carrying talent. Any moss residue in his ribcage becomes an infinite supply of moss he can cover areas and enemies with. Unfortunately, both Gwasen and Oy fall in the war, never to return to Seelie territory.

Here's a different example from the Summer Court; Biralei, the Katabatic Lady

Biralei works in the Wind Court, which branches off the Weather -> Summer -> Seelie Court. She has bright jewel like eyes and pale purple skin, with many cloud markings scattered on it. Her job is to start katabatic winds. She has a pretty comfortable position in court and absolutely loves her job. She just grabs her board, which she always has just a finger snap away, and slides down slopes at high speeds to produce cooling winds. When the war started, she enlisted into the army to fight in Winter Court territory since she already had experience handling mountain terrain. The only difference is that there's just a lot of snow and ice this time! She got assigned an Azure Blue pixie named Zur. Whenever Biralei calls upon it, it transforms into a magical armour and enhances her natural speed. This way, she can sledge even faster on the mountains, often even upwards! Unfortunately, she fell prisoner in the Winter Court territory, never to be seen again.

Hope this gave you a little insight, anon!

[bestrummygameapp]

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Secure and Fair Play

One of the primary concerns for any online gamer is the security of their data and fairness in gameplay. Hukum Ka IKKA excels in both areas. The app uses advanced encryption to protect user data and transactions, ensuring a safe gaming environment. Additionally, the platform is backed by a robust RNG (Random Number Generator) system, guaranteeing fair play in every round.

Variety of Rummy Games

Hukum Ka IKKA offers a wide range of Rummy variants to keep the excitement alive. Whether you prefer Points Rummy, Deals Rummy, or Pool Rummy, this app has it all. The variety ensures that you can switch up your gameplay and never get bored.

Exciting Rewards and Bonuses

What’s a game without some enticing rewards? Hukum Ka IKKA understands this and offers a plethora of bonuses and rewards to its players. From welcome bonuses to daily rewards, the app ensures that your gaming experience is not only fun but also rewarding. You can also participate in various tournaments and challenges to win big.

Real-Time Multiplayer Gaming

Experience the thrill of playing against real opponents in real-time. Hukum Ka IKKA’s multiplayer mode allows you to challenge players from around the globe, bringing the competitive spirit of Rummy right to your fingertips. The real-time gameplay ensures that you’re always on your toes, strategizing your next move.

Easy Deposits and Withdrawals

Hukum Ka IKKA makes managing your money simple and hassle-free. The app supports multiple payment methods, allowing you to deposit funds quickly and securely. Withdrawals are equally smooth, with fast processing times ensuring you get your winnings without delay.

24/7 Customer Support

Customer satisfaction is a top priority for Hukum Ka IKKA. The app offers round-the-clock customer support to assist you with any queries or issues you might encounter. Whether it’s a technical glitch or a question about gameplay, the support team is always ready to help.

Why Choose Hukum Ka IKKA?

Hukum Ka IKKA isn’t just the best online Rummy game app it’s a community of passionate Rummy players. The app’s dedication to providing a top-notch user experience, coupled with its security, variety, and rewards, makes it the go-to choice for anyone looking to play Rummy online.

So, if you’re searching for a Rummy app that offers everything from exciting gameplay to secure transactions, look no further than Hukum Ka IKKA. Download the app today and start your journey to becoming a Rummy champion!

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A Quick Dive into the He Who Fights with Monsters Character, Clive, and his Spellcasting Abilities

Let’s delve into the spellcasting abilities of Clive from “He Who Fights with Monsters.” Clive is a brilliant essence user and renowned member of the magic society. His ability to deconstruct complex magical concepts and understand them in all their intricacies is truly astounding. Here we will take a short look at Clive's abilities as a spellcaster.

Essences and Abilities:

Clive gains magical abilities through essences. When he uses an essence and performs the appropriate ritual, it becomes part of him, granting access to its powers. These abilities appear somewhat random but can be influenced by Awakening Stones.

Essence combinations allow Clive to enhance his magic. Some notable combinations include:

Empower (Recovery): Manipulating mana to boost physical attributes.

Overcharge: Increasing mana cost for significantly amplified spell effects.

Haste: Temporarily buffing speed.

Evasion (Matrix-style): Slowing time to evade attacks.

Obfuscation: Enhancing stealth and later achieving invisibility.

On the Battlefield:

Clive’s combat magic is versatile. He can cast offensive spells, create barriers, and manipulate energy.

His signature move involves combining essences for devastating effects. For instance, he might Overcharge a fireball spell with Empower, resulting in a massive explosion.

Clive adapts his magic to different foes, using precision or brute force as needed.

Off the Battlefield:

Clive’s magic extends beyond combat. He uses it for utility, healing, and exploration.

Healing spells with Empower help him recover from injuries.

Clive’s magical senses allow him to detect hidden threats or secrets.

He experiments with essences, discovering new abilities and applications.

Complex Abilities:

Clive’s most intricate abilities involve combining multiple essences. For example:

Temporal Shift: By Overcharging Haste and Evasion simultaneously, Clive can briefly manipulate time, dodging attacks with incredible precision.

Inferno Blade: Empowered fire magic infused with Overcharged speed, creating a blazing sword.

Shadowmeld: Obfuscation combined with Empower grants Clive near-invisibility.

In summary, Clive’s spellcasting abilities are a blend of creativity, adaptability, and raw power. Whether on the battlefield or exploring magical mysteries, he continues to surprise and evolve.

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Blogg post #7 - Creating my Final Instrument

As part of our upcoming "Best of Booth" event on June 7th, I’ve started a unique final project that showcases everything I’ve learned in Max MSP over the past six months. The project revolves around creating a distinctive musical instrument for my performance, using live recordings of the djembe drum.

The core idea is to develop a patch that can sort these recordings into sample files and then play them back in polyrhythmic forms, essentially mimicking a djembe player. My djembe, a solo model, will be used for playing fills over the percussion sequences, triggering laser lights to enhance the visual aspect of the performance.

One of the main challenges is ensuring the patch isn’t too large to prevent my computer from crashing. With numerous processes running simultaneously, I’m considering using two computers to manage the load effectively. Another challenge is devising a way to change up the lighting show so it feels both natural and unexpected.

Here’s a breakdown of my current progress and plans:

Objective:

Initially, my goal was to trigger the venue's unique lights with a drum for our event. However, I’ve decided to complicate things slightly to simplify the drumming aspect for myself, as I’m not a seasoned djembe player.

Current Progress:

Inspired by a tutorial from UMUT Hearing Glass—a channel I highly recommend—I’ve developed a polyrhythmic generator. This system allows you to input a sample into one or more boxes, where a clock (which you can adjust) plays the sample in varying lengths. Currently, the system randomizes the sample length with each trigger, creating dynamic polyrhythms.

Lighting Patch:

The patch for controlling the lights is a bit more complex. It’s still under development, but the plan is to integrateing the Polyrymic patch with the Lighthing Patch. This will give me three weeks to practice and fine-tune the system, ensuring it’s engaging and reliable.

Potential of the Patch:

This project could fill several important gaps in the market if i would like to further develop it.

It eliminates the need for a lighting specialist/VDJ to control lighting, as the artist can manage this through triggers like MIDI, automation, or sound transients.

It enhances the artistic experience by directly linking the music and lighting, allowing for a more immersive atmosphere.

It simplifies the control interface, making it more adaptable and user-friendly.

Future Steps:

Before considering a public release, I need to:

Test the system extensively to ensure reliability, which involves accessing enough DMX lights to fill a DMX universe (512 channels).

Develop a user-friendly interface.

Find an affordable yet functional DMX unit.

Add lighting fixtures to the library, explaining each DMX channel's function.

I’m excited about the potential of this project and look forward to seeing how it evolves in the coming weeks.

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Online Ludo Cash: Play and Earn Real Money

Online Ludo cash games have transformed the classic board game into a virtual and rewarding experience. Players from around the globe can compete against each other, leveraging their skills to win real money. This comprehensive guide explores how you can participate in these games, the potential earnings, and strategies to enhance your chances of victory.

What Are Online Ludo Cash Games?

Online Ludo cash games are digital versions of the traditional Ludo board game, adapted for online play where participants can earn real money. These platforms offer a competitive environment where skills in strategic planning and a bit of luck can lead to monetary rewards. The games are typically hosted on various websites and mobile apps, making them accessible to a wide audience.

How to Start Playing Online Ludo Cash Games?

Here is how to start playing online ludo cash games:

Choosing the Right Platform

To begin playing online Ludo for cash, you need to select a reliable and reputable platform. Look for sites that offer secure payment methods, fair play certification, and positive reviews from other players.

Register and Deposit

Once you've chosen a platform, the next steps involve registering an account and making a deposit. Most platforms offer various payment options, including credit cards, e-wallets, and direct bank transfers.

Understanding the Rules

While the basic rules of Ludo are simple, online versions might have variations. Familiarize yourself with the specific rules of the platform you choose. This knowledge is crucial in strategizing and improving your chances of winning.

Strategies to Win in Online Ludo Cash Games

Follow the below strategies to win in online ludo cash games:

Plan Your Moves

Effective planning and strategy are essential in Ludo. Think several moves ahead and try to predict your opponents' strategies.

Block and Chase

Utilize tactics such as blocking opponents' tokens and forming barriers, while also keeping your tokens spread out to minimize risk.

Take Calculated Risks

Sometimes, taking risks is necessary, especially when you're behind. Weigh the odds of leaving your token open versus taking a shot at advancing further on the board.

Potential Earnings in Online Ludo Cash

The amount of money you can earn playing online Ludo varies widely based on the stakes, your skill level, and the platform's user base. Some players might earn small amounts regularly, while others could win larger payouts in high-stake games.

Benefits of Playing Online Ludo Cash

Given below are the benefits of playing online ludo cash games:

Convenience and Flexibility

Play from anywhere and at any time. All you need is an internet connection and a device to play on, offering tremendous flexibility.

Social Interaction

Online Ludo games provide a platform for interaction with other players, making it a social experience. This can be a great way to make new friends from different parts of the world.

Skill Development

Regularly playing Ludo can help improve strategic thinking, decision-making, and psychological resilience.

Safety and Fair Play

Here is how to ensure saftely & fair play while playing online ludo cash games:

Ensuring Fair Play

Choose platforms that use certified random number generators to ensure fair play and transparency.

Security Measures

Reputable platforms implement robust security measures to protect your personal information and financial transactions.

Conclusion

Online Ludo cash games are an exciting way to enjoy the classic board game while also having the opportunity to earn real money. By choosing the right platform, understanding the game's rules, and applying effective strategies, you can enhance your gaming experience and potential earnings. Start your journey in online Ludo cash games today and embrace the thrill of competition and the joy of winning!

This article serves as a beginner's guide to entering the world of online Ludo cash games, providing a blend of fun, strategy, and the potential for profit. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, the opportunities in online Ludo cash games are vast and inviting.

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Beyond the Big Three: Exploring Emerging Social Media Platforms

Introduction

While giants like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter dominate the social media landscape, several emerging platforms are gaining traction and offering unique opportunities for brands to connect with diverse audiences. Exploring and leveraging these new Social Media Services can help marketers stay ahead of the curve and reach untapped markets. This article delves into the rising stars of the social media world and provides strategies for effectively using these platforms to enhance your digital marketing efforts.

Why Look Beyond the Big Three?

Targeted Audiences: Niche platforms attract users with shared passions, creating a community highly receptive to your content, be it creative pursuits, professional networking, or local happenings.

Innovative Features: New platforms are constantly pushing boundaries. From ephemeral content on Snapchat to live audio discussions on Clubhouse, these features can add a whole new dimension to your social media experience.

Escape the Clutter: Big platforms can feel overwhelming. Here, you can curate a more intimate space, connect with like-minded individuals, and potentially avoid the noise and algorithms of established giants.

Here's a glimpse into some exciting options:

For the Storyteller:

Twitter: Sharpen your wit and engage in real-time conversations with bite-sized updates (280 characters) and trending hashtags.

Medium: Craft thoughtful, in-depth articles and connect with a community of readers and writers.

For the Creator:

YouTube: The undisputed king of video content. Build a channel, cultivate a following, and showcase your creativity.

Twitch: Live stream your gameplay, connect with fellow gamers, and foster a vibrant online community.

For the Community Builder:

Nextdoor: Connect with your local community, share recommendations, and stay informed about neighborhood happenings.

Discord: Create a server for your special interest group, chat with voice or text channels, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Be Real: Emphasizing Authenticity

BeReal is a photo-sharing app that encourages users to post unfiltered and spontaneous photos. It sends a daily notification at a random time, prompting users to take a photo of whatever they are doing within a two-minute window. This emphasis on authenticity resonates with users tired of the curated and polished content on other platforms.

Strategies:

Authentic Content: Share behind-the-scenes glimpses of your brand’s daily operations to build trust and authenticity.

User Engagement: Encourage users to share their experiences with your products or services in real time.

Community Building: Foster a community by engaging with users' genuine content and highlighting customer stories.

Discord: Creating Engaged Communities

Description: Originally designed for gamers, Discord has evolved into a versatile platform for community building and real-time communication. It allows users to create servers with text, voice, and video channels.

Strategies:

Niche Communities: Build dedicated servers for your brand where fans and customers can interact, share feedback, and discuss related topics.

Exclusive Content: Offer exclusive content, early access to products, or special events for community members.

Customer Support: Use Discord as a channel for providing real-time customer support and gathering feedback.

Clubhouse: The Audio-First Experience

Description: Clubhouse is an audio-only platform where users can join “rooms” to listen to or participate in live conversations. It offers a unique space for thought leadership and networking through audio content.

Strategies:

Thought Leadership: Host discussions, panels, and Q&A sessions with industry experts to establish your brand as a thought leader.

Customer Interaction: Create rooms where you can interact directly with customers, answer questions, and gather feedback.

Collaborations: Partner with influencers and other brands to co-host engaging and informative sessions.

Pinterest: Visual Discovery and Shopping

Pinterest is a visual discovery platform that doubles as a powerful search engine for finding inspiration and products. It’s particularly effective for brands in the fashion, home decor, and lifestyle sectors.

Strategies:

Visual Content: Share high-quality, inspirational images and infographics that align with your brand’s aesthetic.

Shoppable Pins: Utilize Pinterest’s shopping features to create shoppable pins, allowing users to purchase directly from the platform.

Boards and Collections: Organize content into themed boards to make it easy for users to discover and save your products.

Conclusion

Venturing beyond the big three social media platforms can unlock new opportunities for brand engagement and growth. By exploring and strategically using emerging platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest, marketers can connect with diverse audiences in innovative ways. Each platform offers unique features and user experiences, so it’s essential to tailor your content and engagement strategies to fit the specific characteristics and audience expectations of each one. Staying adaptable and proactive in leveraging these platforms will keep your brand relevant and competitive in the ever-evolving social media landscape.

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AvatoAI Review: Unleashing the Power of AI in One Dashboard

Here's what Avato Ai can do for you

Data Analysis:

Analyze CV, Excel, or JSON files using Python and libraries like pandas or matplotlib.

Clean data, calculate statistical information and visualize data through charts or plots.

Document Processing:

Extract and manipulate text from text files or PDFs.

​Perform tasks such as searching for specific strings, replacing content, and converting text to different formats.

Image Processing:

Upload image files for manipulation using libraries like OpenCV.

​Perform operations like converting images to grayscale, resizing, and detecting shapes or

Machine Learning:

Utilize Python's machine learning libraries for predictions, clustering, natural language processing, and image recognition by uploading

Versatile & Broad Use Cases:

An incredibly diverse range of applications. From creating inspirational art to modeling scientific scenarios, to designing novel game elements, and more.

User-Friendly API Interface:

Access and control the power of this advanced Al technology through a user-friendly API.

​Even if you're not a machine learning expert, using the API is easy and quick.

Customizable Outputs:

Lets you create custom visual content by inputting a simple text prompt.

​The Al will generate an image based on your provided description, enhancing the creativity and efficiency of your work.

Stable Diffusion API:

Enrich Your Image Generation to Unprecedented Heights.

Stable diffusion API provides a fine balance of quality and speed for the diffusion process, ensuring faster and more reliable results.

Multi-Lingual Support:

Generate captivating visuals based on prompts in multiple languages.

Set the panorama parameter to 'yes' and watch as our API stitches together images to create breathtaking wide-angle views.

Variation for Creative Freedom:

Embrace creative diversity with the Variation parameter. Introduce controlled randomness to your generated images, allowing for a spectrum of unique outputs.

Efficient Image Analysis:

Save time and resources with automated image analysis. The feature allows the Al to sift through bulk volumes of images and sort out vital details or tags that are valuable to your context.

Advance Recognition:

The Vision API integration recognizes prominent elements in images - objects, faces, text, and even emotions or actions.

Interactive "Image within Chat' Feature:

Say goodbye to going back and forth between screens and focus only on productive tasks.

​Here's what you can do with it:

Visualize Data:

Create colorful, informative, and accessible graphs and charts from your data right within the chat.

​Interpret complex data with visual aids, making data analysis a breeze!

Manipulate Images:

Want to demonstrate the raw power of image manipulation? Upload an image, and watch as our Al performs transformations, like resizing, filtering, rotating, and much more, live in the chat.

Generate Visual Content:

Creating and viewing visual content has never been easier. Generate images, simple or complex, right within your conversation

Preview Data Transformation:

If you're working with image data, you can demonstrate live how certain transformations or operations will change your images.

This can be particularly useful for fields like data augmentation in machine learning or image editing in digital graphics.

Effortless Communication:

Say goodbye to static text as our innovative technology crafts natural-sounding voices. Choose from a variety of male and female voice types to tailor the auditory experience, adding a dynamic layer to your content and making communication more effortless and enjoyable.

Enhanced Accessibility:

Break barriers and reach a wider audience. Our Text-to-Speech feature enhances accessibility by converting written content into audio, ensuring inclusivity and understanding for all users.

Customization Options:

Tailor the audio output to suit your brand or project needs.

​From tone and pitch to language preferences, our Text-to-Speech feature offers customizable options for the truest personalized experience.

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How To Choose The Best Teen Patti App?

Choosing the best Teen Patti apps involves considering several factors to ensure a secure and enjoyable gaming experience:

Reputation and Reviews: Look for Teen Patti apps with positive reviews and a good reputation. Check user feedback on app stores and online forums to gauge the experiences of other players.

Security Measures: Prioritize apps that implement strong security measures, such as encryption for financial transactions and the protection of personal information. A secure platform will contribute to a safe gaming environment.

Game Variations: Opt for an app that offers a variety of Teen Patti game variations. This keeps the gaming experience interesting, allowing you to explore different formats of the game.

User Interface and Experience: Choose an app with a user-friendly interface and smooth navigation. An intuitive design enhances the overall gaming experience, especially for players of varying skill levels.

Bonuses and Promotions: Consider apps that provide attractive bonuses and promotions. Welcome bonuses, referral rewards, and ongoing promotions can add value to your gameplay.

Customer Support: Ensure the app has responsive and helpful customer support. In case of issues or queries, having reliable customer support can make a significant difference.

Payment Options: Check the available payment options on the app. A good Teen Patti app should support secure and convenient payment methods for deposits and withdrawals.

Player Base: Consider the size and activity of the app's player base. A larger player community often indicates a more engaging and competitive gaming environment.

Compatibility: Verify that the app is compatible with your device's operating system. Check if it supports both iOS and Android, and if there's a web-based version for desktop play.

Fair Play Certification: Look for apps that are certified for fair play. Certifications from independent auditing organizations ensure that the game outcomes are random and not manipulated.

Social Features: If you enjoy socializing during gameplay, choose an app with features like in-game chat, friend invites, or the ability to connect with players globally.

Educational Resources: Some apps offer educational resources for players to improve their Teen Patti skills. Consider apps that provide tutorials, strategy guides, or practice modes.

By carefully considering these factors, you can choose a Teen Patti app that aligns with your preferences and offers a secure and enjoyable gaming experience.