#it's essentially a parsing error

[getvalentined]

The result of that flash poll I did the other day, Riv wound up winning so here he is!

Random OC lore below for anyone interested.

Riv is the oldest of the aur, a species unintentionally formed from the energetic aftershocks of the creation of his planet. Because there was only so much of that energy to go around, there are a limited number of "souls" available for their species, and thus the aur have a static population. Although functionally immortal, they do lose neuroelasticity over time, which eventually makes living pretty unpleasant, so they inevitably opt to pass away and allow a new member of the species to be born.

Several thousand years ago, Riv contracted a particularly dangerous magical condition that left him discolored—he used to be a very pale apricot color and his hair was opalescent white—and with chronic pain, but also keeps him from losing neuroelasticity, allowing him to live basically forever without experiencing the ennui that is the literal death of the rest of his species.

Travelers of other species who came across the aur in ancient times wound up essentially engaging in a millennia-long game of telephone that led to a gross misunderstanding of what they actually looked like, which is where the concept of unicorns comes from. When the aur finally went public as a species to get people to stop killing each other, everyone was very surprised to find that they look nothing like horses or deer. (Although they do have hooves, which is what led to the mistranslation that brought about that misconception in the first place.)

[mariacallous]

One phrase encapsulates the methodology of nonfiction master Robert Caro: Turn Every Page. The phrase is so associated with Caro that it’s the name of the recent documentary about him and of an exhibit of his archives at the New York Historical Society. To Caro it is imperative to put eyes on every line of every document relating to his subject, no matter how mind-numbing or inconvenient. He has learned that something that seems trivial can unlock a whole new understanding of an event, provide a path to an unknown source, or unravel a mystery of who was responsible for a crisis or an accomplishment. Over his career he has pored over literally millions of pages of documents: reports, transcripts, articles, legal briefs, letters (45 million in the LBJ Presidential Library alone!). Some seemed deadly dull, repetitive, or irrelevant. No matter—he’d plow through, paying full attention. Caro’s relentless page-turning has made his work iconic.

In the age of AI, however, there’s a new motto: There’s no need to turn pages at all! Not even the transcripts of your interviews. Oh, and you don’t have to pay attention at meetings, or even attend them. Nor do you need to read your mail or your colleagues’ memos. Just feed the raw material into a large language model and in an instant you’ll have a summary to scan. With OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude as our wingmen, summary reading is what now qualifies as preparedness.

LLMs love to summarize, or at least that’s what their creators set them about doing. Google now “auto-summarizes” your documents so you can “quickly parse the information that matters and prioritize where to focus.” AI will even summarize unread conversations in Google Chat! With Microsoft Copilot, if you so much as hover your cursor over an Excel spreadsheet, PDF, Word doc, or PowerPoint presentation, you’ll get it boiled down. That’s right—even the condensed bullet points of a slide deck can be cut down to the … more essential stuff? Meta also now summarizes the comments on popular posts. Zoom summarizes meetings and churns out a cheat sheet in real time. Transcription services like Otter now put summaries front and center, and the transcription itself in another tab.

Why the orgy of summarizing? At a time when we’re only beginning to figure out how to get value from LLMs, summaries are one of the most straightforward and immediately useful features available. Of course, they can contain errors or miss important points. Noted. The more serious risk is that relying too much on summaries will make us dumber.

Summaries, after all, are sketchy maps and not the territory itself. I’m reminded of the Woody Allen joke where he zipped through War and Peace in 20 minutes and concluded, “It’s about Russia.” I’m not saying that AI summaries are that vague. In fact, the reason they’re dangerous is that they’re good enough. They allow you to fake it, to proceed with some understanding of the subject. Just not a deep one.

As an example, let’s take AI-generated summaries of voice recordings, like what Otter does. As a journalist, I know that you lose something when you don’t do your own transcriptions. It’s incredibly time-consuming. But in the process you really know what your subject is saying, and not saying. You almost always find something you missed. A very close reading of a transcript might allow you to recover some of that. Having everything summarized, though, tempts you to look at only the passages of immediate interest—at the expense of unearthing treasures buried in the text.

Successful leaders have known all along the danger of such shortcuts. That’s why Jeff Bezos, when he was CEO of Amazon, banned PowerPoint from his meetings. He famously demanded that his underlings produce a meticulous memo that came to be known as a “6-pager.” Writing the 6-pager forced managers to think hard about what they were proposing, with every word critical to executing, or dooming, their pitch. The first part of a Bezos meeting is conducted in silence as everyone turns all 6 pages of the document. No summarizing allowed!

To be fair, I can entertain a counterargument to my discomfort with summaries. With no effort whatsoever, an LLM does read every page. So if you want to go beyond the summary, and you give it the proper prompts, an LLM can quickly locate the most obscure facts. Maybe one day these models will be sufficiently skilled to actually identify and surface those gems, customized to what you’re looking for. If that happens, though, we’d be even more reliant on them, and our own abilities might atrophy.

Long-term, summary mania might lead to an erosion of writing itself. If you know that no one will be reading the actual text of your emails, your documents, or your reports, why bother to take the time to dig up details that make compelling reading, or craft the prose to show your wit? You may as well outsource your writing to AI, which doesn’t mind at all if you ask it to churn out 100-page reports. No one will complain, because they’ll be using their own AI to condense the report to a bunch of bullet points. If all that happens, the collective work product of a civilization will have the quality of a third-generation Xerox.

As for Robert Caro, he’s years past his deadline on the fifth volume of his epic LBJ saga. If LLMs had been around when he began telling the president’s story almost 50 years ago—and he had actually used them and not turned so many pages—the whole cycle probably would have been long completed. But not nearly as great.

[uroboros-if]

ChoiceScript Savepoint System Very Quickly

Hey guys,

@hpowellsmith made a great template for save points! It requires you to create another variable for every variable you have in your ChoiceScript game, so that it can store the old values to essentially "save"! This won't rely on third-party saving systems but is rather hard-coded into the game itself.

I realize that it can be a daunting task to create a whole other set of variables, especially if you already have many, many of them. (Looking at TSS' code, there are thousands!)

But I propose two super quick ways to automatically create all the variables you need for save points.

Find and replace.

Copy all your *create variables

Paste it into a Google Docs

On, PC, Ctrl+H to open up the dialog box for Find and Replace (link on how to find and replace on different platforms)

Search for "*create " (space included at the end) and replace it with *create save_

Hit "Replace All" and there you have your duplicated variables to paste into your startup (do so without replacing any of your old variables).

Bonus: you can instead replace it with *create save1_ , *create save2_ , etc. to have multiple save slots.

You can create all your needed variables in startup quickly with this, but there is still the issue of having to *set the variables to the new variables (when you're saving) or vice versa (when loading).

Hence the other way:

Save System Generator

I also made a program where, if you copy and paste all of your *create variables, it will automatically:

Give you code to put in your startup (the duplicated save variables)

Give you code that you use to save.

Give you code that you use to load.

I recommend you do it the way Hannah PS does in their template by calling a *gosub_scene.

Here are the step by step instructions on how to do this:

1. Prepare your *create variables. To clarify, you will only put in *create stuff into the program. Copy from your very first *create to your very last *create (the variables you want to save at least). Do not add any comments or additional code that is NOT *create. Do not have any additional spaces at the end (line breaks in between *create should be fine, but be more aware for potential errors).

2. Create a .txt file. In Hannah's template, the file is called "savegame.txt". You will want to make a *label save and a *label load that each *return (as depicted above).

3. Load up the program. Here is the link.

4. Pasting in your code. Paste in your code and immediately after your last *create, press enter, press $, and press enter again.

Note 1: You cannot use Ctrl+V or shortcut keys to paste in the code. You have to right click and paste it. Do not do this on mobile.

Note 2: You might want to do this in segments, as the program might have difficulty parsing through it, and you will more easily find errors in case they happen. Maybe every 30-50 variables to keep them bite-sized. I've tested inputting up to 70 unique variables to success.

5. Startup variables. After reading your input, it will give you code that you then have to add to your startup. Copy it by highlighting and right-clicking on it (do not use shortcut keys or do this on mobile).

6. Save. If you press S and enter, it will give you the code that you need to put in your savegame.txt under your *label save .

7, Load. If you press L and enter, it will give you the code you need to put in your savegame.txt under your *label load .

8. Using it. As in the template, you'll want to call on this with a *gosub_scene savegame load (if you want to load) or *gosub_scene savegame save (if you want to save).

And that's it! Please let me know if the program works incorrectly! 💕💕

[ogma-conceptions]

Why Should You Do Web Scraping for python

Web scraping is a valuable skill for Python developers, offering numerous benefits and applications. Here’s why you should consider learning and using web scraping with Python:

1. Automate Data Collection

Web scraping allows you to automate the tedious task of manually collecting data from websites. This can save significant time and effort when dealing with large amounts of data.

2. Gain Access to Real-World Data

Most real-world data exists on websites, often in formats that are not readily available for analysis (e.g., displayed in tables or charts). Web scraping helps extract this data for use in projects like:

Data analysis

Machine learning models

Business intelligence

3. Competitive Edge in Business

Businesses often need to gather insights about:

Competitor pricing

Market trends

Customer reviews Web scraping can help automate these tasks, providing timely and actionable insights.

4. Versatility and Scalability

Python’s ecosystem offers a range of tools and libraries that make web scraping highly adaptable:

BeautifulSoup: For simple HTML parsing.

Scrapy: For building scalable scraping solutions.

Selenium: For handling dynamic, JavaScript-rendered content. This versatility allows you to scrape a wide variety of websites, from static pages to complex web applications.

5. Academic and Research Applications

Researchers can use web scraping to gather datasets from online sources, such as:

Social media platforms

News websites

Scientific publications

This facilitates research in areas like sentiment analysis, trend tracking, and bibliometric studies.

6. Enhance Your Python Skills

Learning web scraping deepens your understanding of Python and related concepts:

HTML and web structures

Data cleaning and processing

API integration

Error handling and debugging

These skills are transferable to other domains, such as data engineering and backend development.

7. Open Opportunities in Data Science

Many data science and machine learning projects require datasets that are not readily available in public repositories. Web scraping empowers you to create custom datasets tailored to specific problems.

8. Real-World Problem Solving

Web scraping enables you to solve real-world problems, such as:

Aggregating product prices for an e-commerce platform.

Monitoring stock market data in real-time.

Collecting job postings to analyze industry demand.

9. Low Barrier to Entry

Python's libraries make web scraping relatively easy to learn. Even beginners can quickly build effective scrapers, making it an excellent entry point into programming or data science.

10. Cost-Effective Data Gathering

Instead of purchasing expensive data services, web scraping allows you to gather the exact data you need at little to no cost, apart from the time and computational resources.

11. Creative Use Cases

Web scraping supports creative projects like:

Building a news aggregator.

Monitoring trends on social media.

Creating a chatbot with up-to-date information.

Caution

While web scraping offers many benefits, it’s essential to use it ethically and responsibly:

Respect websites' terms of service and robots.txt.

Avoid overloading servers with excessive requests.

Ensure compliance with data privacy laws like GDPR or CCPA.

If you'd like guidance on getting started or exploring specific use cases, let me know!

[rametarin]

Psychosis is not a mark of intellect.

Psychopathic people mistake the ability to manipulate other people and exploit their emotions to be a mark of intelligence. They have a belief in their own superiority and flatter themselves with the idea that because they can break the rules of how feelings work, trick people into thinking they're emotionally neuro typical only to deceive them for their own ends, it makes them a smarter, more mature person.

That's not how intelligence works. People like this aren't smarter, they're broken. Just as the ability to lie and disrupt communications doesn't make you more intelligent, it makes you a violent predator. Just using a different means to exploit, trap and deprive your prey. And when it's your own family or species, that's just virtually cannibalism.

Exploiting somebody's trust is not a mark of intelligence, it's a mark of someone that does not have those inhibitions natural in a functioning brain. The willingness to suspend them for selfish reasons is not something to praise. And that's kind of why you have all these disgusting assholes calling themselves empaths or "dark empaths." You aren't some gifted genius, you're a monster. And because of people like yours predations, others have to learn to reign in their emotions in disbelief you could act like this, just to deal with you.

It's easy as pie to deceive and manipulate people that trust you or think you also share those healthy social and emotional inhibitions. The same ones that go off like error messages in your brain if you kill someone. Those same ones that make you sleepless if you unknowingly engage in cannibalism- even if it's necessary to survive. You can rationalize it all you want, but objectively speaking, we're animals. We're hard wired for certain things, and to not do certain things. People not missing these essential things have to cultivate violating them in order to condition themselves to continue doing them. It's not a mark of supremacy or cleverness to exploit another person by deception or manipulation. It comes natural to people that are broken and willing to engage in that sort of behavior.

Often I've come across people that thought they were superior for their willingness to exploit someone else. That being able to extract something from another and get away with it was proof of their supremacy, or at least, that of another's inferiority. If you confront them and tell them you know they're being dishonest and deceptive, their brains interpret that as, "Hey! You took advantage of how I'm too dumb to comprehend what you did!" And take it as a compliment. The inexperienced person confronting the deceiver expects the person receiving this to come clean or acknowledge they did wrong and panic because they've been caught. But that's not how a person built like this reacts, unless it's also another form of manipulation.

I'm lucky enough that as a child I had a firsthand experience with a peer like this that was a rowdy little boy. Because it meant, not only did I get the hard, cold life lessons of what dealing with a manipulative psychopath meant pushed on me, and the time to parse it out, it also meant I got to beat his fucking ass for being a manipulative and violent shit. So badly, he screamed hysterically for his mother. And then I never saw his disgusting, psychotic self again.

[zerosecurity]

New Android Malware SoumniBot Employs Innovative Obfuscation Tactics

Banking Trojan Targets Korean Users by Manipulating Android Manifest

A sophisticated new Android malware, dubbed SoumniBot, is making waves for its ingenious obfuscation techniques that exploit vulnerabilities in how Android apps interpret the crucial Android manifest file. Unlike typical malware droppers, SoumniBot's stealthy approach allows it to camouflage its malicious intent and evade detection. Exploiting Android Manifest Weaknesses According to researchers at Kaspersky, SoumniBot's evasion strategy revolves around manipulating the Android manifest, a core component within every Android application package. The malware developers have identified and exploited vulnerabilities in the manifest extraction and parsing procedure, enabling them to obscure the true nature of the malware. SoumniBot employs several techniques to obfuscate its presence and thwart analysis, including: - Invalid Compression Method Value: By manipulating the compression method value within the AndroidManifest.xml entry, SoumniBot tricks the parser into recognizing data as uncompressed, allowing the malware to evade detection during installation. - Invalid Manifest Size: SoumniBot manipulates the size declaration of the AndroidManifest.xml entry, causing overlay within the unpacked manifest. This tactic enables the malware to bypass strict parsers without triggering errors. - Long Namespace Names: Utilizing excessively long namespace strings within the manifest, SoumniBot renders the file unreadable for both humans and programs. The Android OS parser disregards these lengthy namespaces, facilitating the malware's stealthy operation.

Example of SoumniBot Long Namespace Names (Credits: Kaspersky) SoumniBot's Malicious Functionality Upon execution, SoumniBot requests configuration parameters from a hardcoded server, enabling it to function effectively. The malware then initiates a malicious service, conceals its icon to prevent removal, and begins uploading sensitive data from the victim's device to a designated server. Researchers have also highlighted SoumniBot's capability to search for and exfiltrate digital certificates used by Korean banks for online banking services. This feature allows threat actors to exploit banking credentials and conduct fraudulent transactions. Targeting Korean Banking Credentials SoumniBot locates relevant files containing digital certificates issued by Korean banks to their clients for authentication and authorization purposes. It copies the directory containing these digital certificates into a ZIP archive, which is then transmitted to the attacker-controlled server. Furthermore, SoumniBot subscribes to messages from a message queuing telemetry transport server (MQTT), an essential command-and-control infrastructure component. MQTT facilitates lightweight, efficient messaging between devices, helping the malware seamlessly receive commands from remote attackers. Some of SoumniBot's malicious commands include: - Sending information about the infected device, including phone number, carrier, and Trojan version - Transmitting the victim's SMS messages, contacts, accounts, photos, videos, and online banking digital certificates - Deleting contacts on the victim's device - Sending a list of installed apps - Adding new contacts on the device - Getting ringtone volume levels With its innovative obfuscation tactics and capability to target Korean banking credentials, SoumniBot poses a significant threat to South Korean Android users. Read the full article

[running2reanimation]

Minecraft Crew

(Background/side characters that I have essentially made into OCs)

Name: Teal Pronouns: She/they Occupation: Team Lead - The Minecraft Experience Age: Mid-30s A hard worker with a strong sense of duty. Has desperately searched for the cause of the glitch or error that happened that evening. She is not the one who invented the technology, but she's the most well-versed in its operation.

Name: Indigo Pronouns: He/they Occupation: Operator - The Minecraft Experience Age: Early 30s A sensitive fellow, he is very loyal to Teal, they have been friends since college. If it weren't for Teal he probably would have walked away from the business altogether after what happened that evening, but has instead joined Teal in her investigation. He's better at parsing code than Teal is.

Name: Fern Pronouns: They/them Occupation: Intern - The Minecraft Experience Age: Early 20's They really wish they had actually read the waiver they were having people sign. This was supposed to be a simple job! Has felt disillusioned with the industry but doesn't know how to escape it - it's what their education is in.

Name: Sky Pronouns: They/them Occupation: Operator - The Minecraft Experience Age: Mid-20's Another operator who works the booths sometimes. Sneaks into the game to steal game objects to sell on the black market. Not particularly concerned about the incident at Booth 30. Cocky, but their confidence isn't completely unwarranted. Friends with Purple.

[tonydaddingham]

So something terrible happens which makes future Crowley go back to try to fix it and there's just 2 Crowleys running around in the present? Oh, and thanks for explaining!

Regarding not taking yourself seriously: I may not be entirely convinced by this particular theory - or any, yet - but I don't think time travel is completely out there or impossible either. Considering the way Adam resets things after the failed Apocalypse, the timeline clearly can be messed with, as can time itself, as Crowley repeatedly demonstrates. I saw the post you reblogged about the rugs and we are rapidly moving out of the territory of plausible deniability regarding the sheer number of bizarre continuity errors. Any one or two of them on their own, yes, but collectively?

If you do go looking back through the minisodes, Crowley's hair seems to go shorter-longer-shorter in Job and his sideburns look like they get quite a bit shorter in the crypt in the Resurrectionists. I didn't see anything in the Nazis minisode, but that doesn't meant nothing's there.

further ask:

hi anon!!!✨ first of all, im so sorry for not getting round to your asks until now!!!

re: first ask - mhm that's the half-baked idea, anyhow!!! and tbh 💀 im not completely convinced either but i like to entertain the possibility just out of Fun, so here we are!!!✨ oh god The Rugs - so the red one, that appears during the ball? okay sure i can accept that it is part of the Austen Aesthetic, and once the magic lifts it shifts back to the normal s2.

as for the s1 one... im torn. because i saw the amazing post where they hand-painted the mf sink tiles bc they would be in the background of a couple of shots, and wanted to at least be as close to the s1 ones as possible (GO crew honestly do the Mostest). and yeah okay, re: the difference between the s1 and s2 rugs, maybe it's that they thought 'well it's going to be on the floor most of the time and therefore out of shot' but. there are two shots that literally focus on it. as the focal point. so to my mind, they either literally couldn't find a like for like replacement (completely valid), or something Fishy is going on.

ive seen a couple of people remark on the flashbacks potentially being skewed because they're from aziraphale's perspective, but ive genuinely had the half-baked idea that the whole season is. there's so many in-story indicators, to my mind - biased red/yellow colour grading, the cartoony loch ness animation in ep3, and tbh the whole ball thing - and i do wonder if this whole rug sitch (as well as other Unexplained Things) might be chalked up to this very thing; that we are seeing s2 for the mostly part literally through aziraphale's eyes, and that what we see is a little... altered. magicked. as i said, half-baked idea, but there we are.

i did end up going through ACtO, and it's currently sat in my drafts at the moment because... well, idk what to make of it. the scenes where - by my estimation - he has the longer, more defined-curl wig, is every shot in job's house (three scenes, iirc), and so it might actually, if you consider that these scenes were likely filmed in alternative days to the other ACtO scene, a plain continuity/wig-availability issue. plus, when looking at the dialogue, all the scenes in some way link together (so i don't, essentially, think it can feasibly be the same time-travel theory). the only thing, i guess, that still remains valid is that we are seeing a recount of the events of ACtO as per aziraphale's retelling... but even then, there are plenty of scenes where they are very heavy in the crowley perspective (ie it doesn't feel like aziraphale is fudging anything), so this doesn't 100% feel like a true explanation either imo.

i do still need to look at the resurrectionists minisode though, so may well be able to parse some crackpot musing once ive done that!!!✨

[weareallfromearth]

I would also like to add regarding these tags: the sentiments about creative failure being indelible and cancelling out all your good work are not true and accurate to all or even most environments. There are a couple environments where they may feel true or where some bad actors may behave in a way where they become as good as true:

- in abusive relationships, including caregiver relationships you might experience early in life, you may have received the kinds of criticism that teach you never to try because failure cancels out success

- on the internet in extremely high visibility contexts - viral posts or for celebrities - some people will take it upon themselves to mock or cancel people just for making understandable errors, particularly where those errors can be parsed as a failure to care enough about the needs of everyone else on the damn planet everywhere, OR where those errors may involve having some trait that is mockable according to conventional societal standards of various flavours (eg “oh look this person screwed up while being non-normative in their social performance or gender or looks, we are shitty bullies so we’re gonna mock them”)

The vast majority of functional human beings do not agree that “if you draw a line wrong you’re a fraud and an impostor” or “you are your mistakes” or “everyone hates you forever”. These are beliefs that arise from a distorted world view, potentially arising from negative prior experiences but sometimes just arising from your brain fucking with you by way of anxiety disorder.

Running events in a way where there’s an error is a matter of scale. If you mess up something about the physical safety of an event and people are injured that may be a big deal, but if you undercater, or forget to invite someone, or your accessibility could use improvement, these are not indelible failures, they’re errors where we can learn iteratively.

If you give advice and you give incorrect advice, the scale of the error matters a lot, but often your prior training can help you heaps. If giving advice as a hobby or calling stresses you out enormously because of the potential risk to others, it’s ok to not prioritise that option. But there are low stakes areas where an error is just not a big deal, or where the advice you’re giving is a matter of taste.

In terms of combatting the belief that any failure is essentially terminal, cognitive strategies - the kind you might find in therapies like CBT or ACT - can be really helpful. Another thing that can help is low stakes practice - trying out failure in a controlled safe environment in small doses with people you trust, to give your brain and nervous system the experience of feeling, over and over again, that failure can be ok.

I think people get mixed up a lot about what is fun and what is rewarding. These are two very different kinds of pleasure. You need to be able to tell them apart because if you don't have a balanced diet of both then it will fuck you up, and I mean that in a "known cause of persistent clinical depression" kind of way.

[learning-code-ficusoft]

Understanding Python’s Error Handling and Debugging Techniques

Error handling and debugging are essential skills for writing robust Python code. Python provides various techniques to manage and identify errors that may arise during program execution.

1. Error Types in Python:

Python categorizes errors into two main types:

Syntax Errors: These occur when there is a mistake in the structure of the code. Python’s interpreter catches them before the program runs.

python

print("Hello world" # SyntaxError: unexpected EOF while parsing

Exceptions: These occur during execution when the program encounters a runtime issue. Common exceptions include:

ValueError: Raised when an operation or function receives an argument of the correct type but an inappropriate value.

TypeError: Raised when an operation is performed on an object of inappropriate type.

IndexError: Raised when trying to access an element in a list using an invalid index.

FileNotFoundError: Raised when trying to open a file that doesn’t exist.

Example of a runtime exception:

python

x = 10 y = 0 print(x / y) # ZeroDivisionError: division by zero

2. Using try, except, else, and finally:

Python uses these blocks to handle exceptions:

try block: The code that might raise an exception goes here.

except block: Handles the exception if one occurs.

else block: Executes code if no exception was raised.

finally block: Executes code that should run no matter what (whether an exception was raised or not).

Example:pythonCopyEdittry: number = int(input("Enter a number: ")) result = 10 / number except ZeroDivisionError: print("Cannot divide by zero.") except ValueError: print("Invalid input! Please enter a number.") else: print(f"Result: {result}") finally: print("Execution complete.")

3. Raising Exceptions:

You can raise exceptions explicitly using the raise statement. This is useful for custom error handling or for testing purposes.

Example:pythonCopyEdidef check_age(age): if age < 18: raise ValueError("Age must be 18 or older.") return "Access granted."try: print(check_age(16)) except ValueError as e: print(f"Error: {e}")

4. Custom Exceptions:

You can define your own exception classes by sub classing the built-in Exception class.

Example:pythonclass InvalidAgeError(Exception): passdef check_age(age): if age < 18: raise InvalidAgeError("Age must be 18 or older.") return "Access granted."try: print(check_age(16)) except InvalidAgeError as e: print(f"Error: {e}")

5. Debugging Techniques:

Using pdb (Python Debugger): The Python standard library includes the pdb module, which allows you to set breakpoints and step through code interactively.

Example:

python

import pdb x = 10 y = 0 pdb.set_trace() # Sets a breakpoint print(x / y)

Once the program reaches pdb.set_trace(), the debugger will start, and you can enter commands like n (next), s (step into), c (continue), etc.

Using print Statements: For simple debugging, you can insert print() statements to check the flow of execution and values of variables.

Example:

python

def calculate(a, b): print(f"a: {a}, b: {b}") # Debugging output return a + b

Logging: Instead of using print(), Python’s logging module provides more flexible ways to log messages, including different severity levels (e.g., debug, info, warning, error, critical).

Example:

python

import logging logging.basicConfig(level=logging.DEBUG) logging.debug("This is a debug message") logging.info("This is an info message") logging.error("This is an error message")

6. Handling Multiple Exceptions:

You can handle multiple exceptions in one block or use multiple except clauses.

Example:pythontry: value = int(input("Enter a number: ")) result = 10 / value except (ValueError, ZeroDivisionError) as e: print(f"Error occurred: {e}")

Conclusion:

Understanding Python’s error handling mechanisms and debugging techniques is crucial for writing resilient programs. Using try, except, and other error-handling structures allows you to gracefully manage exceptions, while debugging tools like pdb help identify and resolve issues more efficiently.

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[socialroots-ai]

Top 10 Must-Have Features in Recruitment Software for Effective Hiring

Choosing the right hiring software is essential for businesses looking to streamline their recruitment process and make informed hiring decisions. With various options available, selecting the right tool can seem overwhelming. However, knowing what are the must-have hiring features that can simplify your decision-making. Here are the key features you should consider when evaluating hiring software.

Key Must-Have Features in Recruitment Software

1. User-Friendly Interface

A user-friendly interface is crucial for both recruiters and candidates. It should be easy to navigate, minimizing the time needed for training and ensuring that everyone can use the software effectively. Look for must-have hiring features like drag-and-drop functionality, customizable dashboards, and intuitive navigation. A simple design helps recruiters focus on tasks rather than struggling with the software. This is an essential aspect of any recruitment platform, making it easier to manage candidates and oversee the hiring process.

2. Applicant Tracking System

An ATS is a must-have hiring feature for any recruitment platform. It helps manage candidates from the moment they apply until the final decision is made. ATS can organize resumes, schedule interviews, and track communication. Make sure the ATS includes functionality to rank and categorize applicants, allowing you to assess their suitability quickly. Automated follow-up emails and interview scheduling further enhance the process. Look for robust applicant tracking capabilities to ensure an efficient hiring workflow.

3. Job Posting Capabilities

The ability to post job openings across multiple platforms is essential. The hiring software should allow you to post job listings to job boards, social media channels, and your company website. Customizing job postings with detailed descriptions and requirements ensures consistency across platforms. Integration with popular job boards will increase your reach and attract the right candidates faster. Job posting management tools are vital for efficiently distributing job ads and capturing qualified candidates.

4. Resume Parsing

Resume parsing technology helps speed up the hiring process by automatically extracting key information from resumes, such as contact details, skills, and experience. This eliminates the need for manual resume review, allowing you to focus on high-priority tasks. Choose software that accurately parses resumes and supports multiple formats, ensuring you capture all relevant candidate data without errors. With AI-driven recruitment solutions, resume parsing can further improve accuracy in identifying top candidates.

5. Candidate Screening Tools

Screening tools like skills assessments, video interviews, and personality tests allow for a more objective evaluation of candidates. These features help you assess not only qualifications but also a candidate’s fit with the role and company culture. Many staffing software solutions offer customizable assessments for different positions, helping evaluate both hard and soft skills. Video interviews provide flexibility, allowing you to review candidates even from remote locations. Using candidate experience software can also improve how candidates engage with the process.

6. Collaboration Features

Hiring often involves multiple team members, such as HR personnel, hiring managers, and department heads. Look for software that supports collaboration by enabling team members to share notes, rate candidates, and leave feedback. Real-time collaboration makes it easier to ensure that everyone involved in the hiring process stays on the same page and can make informed decisions together. Collaboration features are key in building a comprehensive talent pool management system.

7. Integration with Other HR Systems

A good hiring platform should integrate with other essential HR tools, such as payroll, onboarding, and performance management systems. Integration allows for smooth data transfer between platforms, reducing the need for manual entries and minimizing errors. This ensures that your HR department can manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle in one system. Workforce planning tools and employee lifecycle management integrations are particularly useful in aligning recruiting with broader HR goals.

8. Reporting and Analytics

Hiring software should provide detailed reports and analytics to track and evaluate the success of your recruitment efforts. Key metrics like time-to-hire, candidate quality, and the source of hire are valuable insights that can help you refine your recruiting process. Customizable reporting features allow you to focus on the metrics most relevant to your hiring goals, helping you make data-driven hiring analytics decisions. Data-driven hiring analytics ensures you can measure your recruitment platform's effectiveness and adjust your strategy accordingly.

9. Mobile Compatibility

In a fast-paced work environment, recruiters and hiring managers need to be able to access the hiring software on the go. Mobile compatibility ensures that you can manage applications, schedule interviews, and communicate with candidates from your phone or tablet. Choose software that offers a responsive design or a dedicated mobile app for easy access to your recruitment tools wherever you are. Interview scheduling platforms that are mobile-friendly help keep the hiring process on track.

10. Security and Compliance

Ensure the software complies with data protection laws, such as GDPR and other privacy regulations. Robust security features, such as encrypted data storage and role-based access control, protect sensitive candidate information. Audit logs that track user activity ensure that you can monitor and maintain compliance, safeguarding your recruitment process from any potential legal or security issues. HR compliance tools are essential to ensure your hiring platform meets industry standards.

SocialRoots.ai: The Right Solution for Your Hiring Needs

At SocialRoots.ai, we offer a comprehensive recruitment software solution designed to simplify the hiring process. Our platform combines all the must-have hiring features businesses need, including an intuitive user interface, applicant tracking system, candidate screening tools, and easy integrations with other HR management systems. With built-in collaboration tools, mobile compatibility, and robust security, SocialRoots.ai helps your team stay organized and compliant while making better, more informed hiring decisions.

Why SocialRoots.ai Is the Right Choice for Your Hiring Process

Choosing the right hiring software is essential for making your recruitment process efficient and effective. By focusing on must-have hiring features like an intuitive interface, ATS capabilities, resume parsing, and screening tools, you can ensure your software solution supports your team in identifying the best candidates and improving your hiring outcomes. SocialRoots.ai offers a complete hiring solution with all these essential features and more. Our platform is designed to help you manage your hiring process smoothly and make informed, timely decisions that will contribute to the long-term success of your team and organization.

Book Your Free Demo Now : https://www.socialroots.ai/

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Top Business Solutions: Interior Design Management Software, HRMS, WhatsApp Marketing API, and CRM for Packers and Movers

In today’s digital age, businesses need specialized software solutions to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. Whether you're in interior design, HR management, marketing, or logistics, the right technology can make all the difference. Here’s an in-depth look at four essential business solutions:

Interior Design Management Software

Interior designers juggle multiple projects, client preferences, budgets, and vendor collaborations. An Interior Design Management Software is crucial for streamlining workflows and ensuring project success.

Key Features:

Project Planning & Scheduling: Manage multiple design projects with a centralized dashboard.

Client Collaboration: Share designs, mood boards, and 3D renderings with clients for real-time feedback.

Budgeting & Invoicing: Keep track of costs, generate invoices, and manage financial aspects of a project.

Vendor Management: Store supplier details and track orders for furniture, materials, and decor.

With automation and organization, interior designers can focus on creativity while handling administrative tasks seamlessly.

HRMS for Small Businesses

Small businesses often struggle with managing HR tasks like payroll, attendance, employee records, and compliance. A Human Resource Management System HRMS for Small Businesses tailored for small businesses simplifies these processes.

Key Features:

Payroll Management: Automate salary calculations, tax deductions, and disbursements.

Attendance & Leave Tracking: Monitor employee attendance and manage leave requests with ease.

Recruitment & Onboarding: Streamline the hiring process with resume parsing, interview scheduling, and document management.

Employee Self-Service Portal: Allow employees to check their payslips, request leaves, and update personal details.

HRMS solutions help small businesses save time, reduce errors, and maintain compliance with labor laws.

WhatsApp Marketing Platform with API

With over 2 billion active users, WhatsApp is a powerful marketing tool. A WhatsApp Marketing Platform with API enables businesses to automate customer interactions and run targeted campaigns.

Key Features:

Automated Messaging: Send personalized messages, updates, and reminders to customers.

Chatbots for Customer Support: Provide instant responses to inquiries and FAQs.

Bulk Messaging & Campaigns: Reach a large audience with promotional offers and newsletters.

Integration with CRM & E-commerce: Sync customer data and enhance user experience with seamless integration.

Businesses can engage customers effectively while reducing manual effort through WhatsApp marketing automation.

CRM for Packers and Movers

The logistics and moving industry requires efficient customer management, order tracking, and communication. A CRM for Packers and Movers is essential for managing leads, bookings, and post-move feedback.

Key Features:

Lead Management: Capture and nurture leads from various sources (website, calls, social media).

Quotation & Billing: Generate accurate cost estimates and manage invoices.

Order & Fleet Tracking: Monitor vehicle movement and update customers on shipment status.

Customer Support & Feedback: Automate follow-ups and collect customer reviews for service improvement.

A specialized CRM helps packers and movers improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Conclusion

Investing in the right software can transform business operations, enhance efficiency, and improve customer experiences. Whether you’re an interior designer, a small business owner, a marketer, or a logistics service provider, choosing the right digital tools ensures long-term success.

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SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) Interview Preparation Guide

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) is a highly sought-after role that blends software engineering with systems administration to create scalable, reliable systems. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, preparing for an SRE interview requires a strategic approach. Here’s a guide to help you ace your interview.

1. Understand the Role of an SRE

Before diving into preparation, it’s crucial to understand the responsibilities of an SRE. SREs focus on maintaining the reliability, availability, and performance of systems. Their tasks include:

• Monitoring and incident response

• Automation of manual tasks

• Capacity planning

• Performance tuning

• Collaborating with development teams to improve system architecture

2. Key Areas to Prepare

SRE interviews typically cover a range of topics. Here are the main areas you should focus on:

a) System Design

• Learn how to design scalable and fault-tolerant systems.

• Understand concepts like load balancing, caching, database sharding, and high availability.

• Be prepared to discuss trade-offs in system architecture.

b) Programming and Scripting

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java) is essential.

• Practice writing scripts for automation tasks like log parsing or monitoring setup.

• Focus on problem-solving skills and algorithms.

c) Linux/Unix Fundamentals

• Understand Linux commands, file systems, and process management.

• Learn about networking concepts such as DNS, TCP/IP, and firewalls.

d) Monitoring and Observability

• Familiarize yourself with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, and Datadog.

• Understand key metrics (e.g., latency, traffic, errors) and Service Level Objectives (SLOs).

e) Incident Management

• Study strategies for diagnosing and mitigating production issues.

• Be ready to explain root cause analysis and postmortem processes.

f) Cloud and Kubernetes

• Understand cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.

• Learn Kubernetes concepts such as pods, deployments, and service meshes.

• Explore Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.

3. Soft Skills and Behavioral Questions

SREs often collaborate with cross-functional teams. Be prepared for questions about:

• Handling high-pressure incidents

• Balancing reliability with feature delivery

• Communication and teamwork skills

Read More: SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) Interview Preparation Guide

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Top 5 Reasons Why a JSON Validator is Essential for Developers

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a popular data format for transmitting data between servers and clients due to its lightweight and easy-to-read structure. However, developers often encounter issues when JSON data is malformed or improperly structured. This can cause errors in applications and disrupt functionality. A JSON validator is a crucial tool for identifying and correcting these mistakes, ensuring that developers can work with accurate and functional data. Here are the top 5 reasons why every developer should use a JSON validator.

1. Ensures Proper Syntax  

Even small errors, like a missing comma or incorrect quotation mark, can break a JSON structure. These mistakes can be hard to spot, especially in large and complex datasets. A JSON validator automatically checks the syntax of your JSON code, highlighting any errors so you can fix them quickly. This ensures that your JSON is properly formatted before implementation, preventing any syntax issues from affecting the performance of your application.

2. Improves Debugging Efficiency  

Debugging is a time-consuming task, and finding the source of a JSON error can often feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. With a JSON validator, you don’t have to waste time manually searching through your code. The tool provides specific details about where the error is located, saving valuable time. This makes it easier for developers to pinpoint the issue and make corrections quickly, without having to dig through lines of code.

3. Helps Maintain Data Integrity  

Data integrity is critical when transmitting information between systems, especially when using JSON. A malformed JSON file can cause data corruption, leading to problems in your application. A JSON validator ensures that the data structure is properly formatted and that no errors will disrupt the integrity of the information being exchanged. This extra step of validation prevents data loss and ensures that the information remains intact and usable.

4. Improves Collaboration Among Teams  

In collaborative development environments, multiple developers often work on different components of the same project. This can lead to inconsistencies in how data is formatted. A JSON validator helps standardize the data format, ensuring that all team members are following the same structure. This promotes smoother collaboration and reduces the chances of errors arising due to inconsistent formatting. With consistent, validated JSON, teams can integrate their work more seamlessly.

5. Optimizes Application Performance  

Invalid JSON can negatively impact the performance of your application, especially when data needs to be parsed multiple times. Errors or inefficiencies in your JSON structure can create unnecessary delays. A JSON validator ensures that the data is parsed correctly and optimized for speed, which improves the overall performance of your application. By validating your JSON before it’s used in your project, you can avoid performance bottlenecks that might arise from malformed data.

Why Use Hotspot SEO's JSON Validator?  

Hotspot SEO's JSON Validator offers an intuitive and reliable tool to help developers ensure that their JSON data is error-free. It streamlines the process of validating JSON, helping you catch syntax errors and other issues before they cause problems in your application. By using Hotspot SEO’s JSON Validator, you can save time, improve the quality of your code, and optimize your application’s performance. It's an essential tool for any developer working with JSON data, providing peace of mind that your data is correctly formatted and ready for use.

Conclusion: A Must-Have Tool for Developers   Whether you’re a novice or an experienced developer, using a JSON validator is an essential part of your development toolkit. It saves you time, improves the accuracy of your data, and ensures that your application runs smoothly. Hotspot SEO’s JSON Validator is an excellent choice for developers who need a reliable, user-friendly tool to ensure their JSON is correctly formatted and error-free. By integrating a JSON validator into your workflow, you can enhance your productivity and ensure the success of your projects.

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Generative AI in Testing: Transforming the Landscape

Generative AI has emerged as a transformative force in various industries, and its impact on software testing is both profound and promising. By leveraging advanced generative models, testing processes are becoming more efficient, comprehensive, and innovative. This article explores how generative AI models, such as GenQE.ai, are driving test case creation, scenario simulation, and test data generation, as well as generating realistic user behavior for performance and usability testing.

Revolutionizing Test Case Creation

Traditionally, creating test cases has been a manual, time-intensive process requiring domain expertise and meticulous planning. Generative AI models like GenQE.ai are automating and enhancing this process by:

Analyzing Requirements: AI systems can parse through software requirements documents, user stories, and technical specifications to generate comprehensive test cases automatically.

Identifying Edge Cases: AI models can identify potential edge cases that human testers might overlook, ensuring robust coverage and minimizing the risk of unexpected failures.

Improving Test Coverage: By simulating various scenarios and conditions, generative AI ensures that all functional and non-functional aspects of the software are thoroughly tested.

Scenario Simulation: Testing the Unexpected

One of the key strengths of generative AI is its ability to simulate diverse scenarios, including those that are complex and rare. This capability is particularly valuable in:

Stress Testing: AI models can create high-load scenarios to test the system’s performance under extreme conditions.

Environment Simulation: Generative AI can mimic real-world conditions, such as network fluctuations or hardware failures, enabling testers to evaluate system behavior in varied environments.

Dynamic Scenarios: AI tools can create evolving scenarios that mimic unpredictable user interactions, ensuring the software can adapt and perform reliably.

Test Data Generation: Realism and Efficiency

Test data plays a crucial role in validating software functionality. Generative AI enhances test data generation by:

Producing Realistic Data: AI tools can generate synthetic data sets that closely resemble real-world data while adhering to privacy and security standards.

Scaling Data Effortlessly: Whether small sample sets or massive datasets are needed, generative AI can scale data production to meet testing requirements.

Ensuring Data Diversity: By creating varied datasets, AI ensures that tests account for different user demographics, behaviors, and edge cases.

Realistic User Behavior for Performance and Usability Testing

Understanding and replicating user behavior is essential for performance and usability testing. Generative AI contributes significantly by:

Simulating User Journeys: AI tools can emulate realistic user interactions with the software, identifying potential bottlenecks and usability issues.

Predicting User Behavior: Based on historical data and behavioral patterns, AI can anticipate how users might interact with new features or changes.

Optimizing User Experience: By analyzing simulated interactions, developers can refine the user experience, ensuring the software meets user expectations.

Benefits of Generative AI in Testing

The integration of generative AI into software testing offers several advantages:

Increased Efficiency: Automating repetitive tasks reduces time and resource consumption.

Enhanced Accuracy: AI minimizes human error, delivering more reliable test outcomes.

Scalability: Generative AI can handle testing for applications of varying complexity and scale.

Continuous Improvement: With machine learning, AI systems improve over time, offering increasingly refined testing solutions.

Challenges and Considerations

While generative AI holds immense potential, its adoption in testing is not without challenges:

Initial Implementation Costs: Developing and integrating AI models can require significant investment.

Skill Requirements: Teams need expertise to effectively utilize and manage generative AI tools.

Data Privacy Concerns: Ensuring that synthetic data adheres to privacy regulations is critical.

Conclusion

Generative AI is revolutionizing the field of software testing by automating test case creation, simulating complex scenarios, generating realistic data, and replicating user behavior. As tools like GenQE.ai continue to evolve, they promise to make testing more efficient, thorough, and aligned with real-world conditions. By embracing generative AI, organizations can enhance software quality, accelerate time-to-market, and meet the ever-growing demands of users in today’s digital landscape.

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Employee Feedback Analysis: Unlock Key Insights with AI

Understanding employee sentiment is more critical than ever. Feedback analysis provides companies with valuable insights into their workforce’s morale, engagement, and overall job satisfaction. But traditional methods of gathering and analyzing feedback can be slow and labor-intensive, often failing to capture timely issues.  

Enter AI-driven employee feedback analysis—a transformative solution that offers companies the ability to identify key themes from surveys, interviews, and social media data in as little as 24 hours.

The Role of Employee Feedback in Business Success 

Effective employee feedback is essential for organizational success. It serves as a direct line of communication between employees and management, helping to uncover potential issues and areas for improvement. When organizations actively listen to and address employee concerns, they foster an environment of trust and engagement, which in turn boosts productivity, morale and retention. 

However, analyzing vast amounts of feedback manually, whether in text, voice, or video formats, is a daunting task. HR teams may find themselves overwhelmed by the volume of data, causing delays in identifying critical issues that need immediate attention. This is where AI-based employee feedback analysis steps in to offer a powerful, efficient solution. 

AI-Based Employee Feedback Analysis: How It Works 

AI-driven employee feedback analysis leverages machine learning (ML) and natural language processing (NLP) to automatically process large amounts of data. Whether the feedback is in the form of text from surveys, transcripts from interviews, or even social media posts, AI can swiftly analyze the content and extract key themes, sentiments, and actionable insights. Here’s how it works: 

Data Collection: Feedback can be gathered from multiple sources—employee surveys, interviews, internal communication channels, or public platforms such as social media. 

Analysis: AI models analyze this data using advanced NLP techniques to detect recurring themes, identify sentiment (positive, negative, or neutral), and highlight urgent issues or topics that may require management intervention. 

Insights Delivery: Within 24 hours, the system generates comprehensive reports that provide HR professionals and leaders with a clear overview of key findings. These insights allow for timely decision-making, helping companies address concerns before they escalate into larger problems. 

By automating this process, AI enables businesses to act on employee feedback almost immediately, turning insights into action without the delays associated with manual analysis. 

The Benefits of AI-Driven Feedback Analysis 

The advantages of using AI for employee feedback analysis are numerous: 

Speed and Efficiency

Traditional methods of analyzing employee feedback are often slow and laborious. AI-based solutions provide results within 24 hours, allowing HR teams and management to respond to issues in real time. This quick turnaround is critical for addressing urgent concerns and maintaining a positive work environment. 

Ability to Parse Multiple Data Inputs

AI tools can process vast amounts of data from diverse formats (text, voice, video), offering a holistic view of employee sentiment. By analyzing multiple sources, companies can gain deeper insights into their workforce’s mood and engagement levels, leading to more informed decision-making. 

Improved Accuracy

Manual analysis is prone to human error and can miss subtle patterns in feedback. AI is unbiased as opposed to humans. So, it avoids cases where bias can creep in when humans analyse the data, especially when it is not in favor of certain organizational teams. 

Real-Time Sentiment Tracking

With AI-based systems, companies can continuously monitor employee sentiment over time. This enables HR teams to detect shifts in morale early, preventing potential disengagement and turnover before they become widespread issues. 

Actionable Recommendations

AI feedback systems don’t just present raw data; they provide actionable insights. Companies can prioritize which areas need attention and take steps to resolve problems, leading to a more engaged and satisfied workforce. 

Applications in Modern Workplaces 

AI-driven feedback analysis is particularly useful in remote or hybrid work environments, where it can be challenging to gauge employee satisfaction through traditional means. Since remote employees may not have regular face-to-face interactions with HR or management, AI-based analysis ensures their voices are still heard, even from a distance. 

Furthermore, AI-based tools are valuable for tracking employee sentiment during major organizational changes such as mergers, acquisitions, or company restructuring. By monitoring feedback in real-time, businesses can manage change more effectively, addressing employee concerns as they arise. 

Transforming HR Practices with AI 

The future of feedback analysis lies in AI, its impact on human resources is profound, and GrapheneAI has a solution to analyse employee feedback. By automating the feedback analysis process, companies can save time and resources while improving employee engagement and retention. 

AI-based employee feedback analysis tools enable HR teams to move beyond reactive responses to problems. With the ability to detect trends and emerging issues in real time, businesses can adopt a proactive approach, addressing concerns before they escalate into larger challenges. 

Conclusion 

Employee feedback analysis has always been a crucial aspect of workforce management, but AI is now revolutionizing how companies handle this vital task. AI-powered solutions provide fast, accurate, and comprehensive insights into employee sentiment, allowing businesses to make data-driven decisions that enhance engagement, improve productivity, and foster a positive work environment. 

With the ability to analyze feedback from multiple formats—including text, voice, and video—within 24 hours, AI-driven employee feedback analysis is transforming the way companies interact with their workforce.  

Contact us at GrapheneAI to ensure you stay ahead of issues and continue building strong, engaged teams.