#transforers generations

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Remember Air Raid or maybe Fireflight??

(Maybe Hasbro could not name him "Firefly" and decided to call him "Air Raid" at the time before they came up with a New Name "Fireflight" BUT also Takara in Japan did use the name "Fireflight" instead of "Air Raid" so I don't even know)

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Ayyyyy results are in!!

Next fic hot rod will have two(2) emotionally unstable parental figures!!

The consequences of an author/artist in a fandom with a large cast </3

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Random HCs About Obey Me! Dateables (minus Newspaper Club)

a/n: hello my lovelies! me again! im writing as much as i can 2 re-accommodate myself 2 posting and such. lack of motivation and executive dysfunction have really been hitting hard lately, so id appreciate lots of love on my recent works! i need a good boost i think. wah anyway, im working on your requests! im working on multiple at once which is why its taking so long. ill be pumping out three at once, with any luck! please cheer me on raaaaaahhh!!!!

summary: a little blurb about some hcs i have for the demons, humans, and angels of Obey Me! minus Luke and the Newspaper Club. I promise 2 make more content of them later though! most of these hcs are anatomy and personality based.

cw: nsfw (MINORS DNI), suggestive, mentions of monsterfucking, seduction, monster traits (slit pupils, scales, feathers, wings, pointed ears, fangs, etc), as well as detailed descriptions of odd bodily morphisms. its probably not as bad as i have listed here but viewer discretion is advised regardless. NOT PROOFREAD! there will probably be lots of typos :(

MINORS DNI! THIS POST IS SUGGESTIVE AND WILL LATER LEAD INTO AN NSFW POST! PLEASE RESPECT MY BOUNDARY!

IMPORTANT INFO BEFORE WE BEGIN that I hc that the brothers and other demons all have different demon forms. Like, they have their mostly human forms (Form 1), but then they have their in-game demon forms (Form 2), and then on top of that, they have a second, less humanoid, more monsterish demon form (Form 3), and then past that, they have a full monster demon form (Form 4, monsterfuckers unite!!!1!). ill get into those hcs later. side note that i also believe the demon dateables have heat cycles and will make a separate post detailing that.

General overview (a more thorough one will be created later):

Form 1: Human form that the demon dateables have in-game. Some monster traits are still there, such as unusually large teeth and fangs, pointed ears, and odd morphisms (strangely shaped pupils, strangely shaped tongue, strangely colored flesh, retractable claws and teeth, etc).

Form 2: Humanoid demon form that the demon dateables have in-game. More monster traits are revealed, such as scales, horns, tails, fins, wings, and any other traits, including more exaggerated traits that are suppressed in their humanoid form (longer and pointier ears, more obvious slit pupils, sharp fangs and retractable teeth and claws no longer repressed, etc).

Form 3: Monster-like demon form, but still vaguely humanoid. Whatever demon features they have are extremely exaggerated instead of repressed, and scales, feathers, or any other features they have become more prominent, widespread, and obvious. 

Form 4: Full on Monster demon. They become the animals they represent. For example, Leviathan literally BECOMES the monster leviathan, the impossibly large sea serpent. Asmodeus would become a manticore, Beelzebub would be a fly-bull hybrid, Belphegor is a cow minotaur but more monsterish, if that makes sense. etc etc im sure you have got it figured out. 

Anyways, lets get into it!

Demon Brothers:

Lucifer:

His feathers r constantly shedding. like. constantly. when he transforms into his demon form it's just a burst of feathers. 

when he's in his humanoid demon form (Form 2) he'll have wings behind his ears. they're small and heavy. 

Surprisingly doesn't mind when MC preens his feathers or horns and genuinely enjoys it. He purrs at the feeling. will not encourage you to do it though.

achy back because his wings, while smaller, became heavier. sits down a lot and relaxes his back muscles often. will never have incorrect posture bc of this.

has a tail but it's like. just feathers. he's slightly embarrassed about it because it sticks straight out and he cannot manipulate it whatsoever.

Has small feathery spots on his body when he's in humanoid demon form (Form 2). Like, the center of his chest, back of his neck, cheekbones, and his ankles all grow feathers when he transforms.

only wears reading glasses. his eyesight actually isn't that bad, it just helps him see things clearer. 

hates it when his room smells like him like he just can't stand it. on occasion his brothers will come in and just randomly spend time in there when he's not working. the smell of family helps him relax.

actually enjoys the nickname Lucy but won't admit that. 

is genuinely a good cook just doesn't do it often because of all the work he has to do.

bleeds a deep blue with a thin red sheen. black gums and oral flesh. not due to health issues they're just like that; the fall physically altered their bodies in more ways than one. also has retractable fangs but they're non-existent when retracted. his mouth is just incisors literally. 

long, flat tongue. pointed and sharp at the end. 

Mammon:

hates the color green. nothing wrong with anyone wearing it but he cannot stand the color anywhere in his room or on him. 

has partial tritanopia. it mostly affects his red/purple vision. can see most colors pretty okay, though. especially green and god he hates it. 

ok please hear me out: he's got bad eyesight. you will never catch him without contacts or glasses because he will not be caught lacking ever again. 

has pointed ears. very sharp and long. 

he actually does have a tail, but not in the humanoid demon form (Form 2). when he gets to the next stage, a more humanoid monsterish demon (Form 3), his tail sprouts from his lower back. not very long, but very sharp, scaly, and has spines on the back.

has and will use his horns as corkscrews. easy solution! 

has retractable claws in his hands and feet

flaps his wings indignantly to get attention, especially around MC or to overpower overlapping voices. something about them commands attention and he's proud of it.

bleeds gold and has a black tongue like Lucifer, but golden oral flesh. can't explain it i just feel it in my soul. 

his blood is naturally corrosive. will literally burn not only your skin, but the skin of his brothers as well. can dissolve metals in seconds. do not let him bleed around you. 

has generally sharp teeth, his canines being longer and sharper. teeth have a nice golden sheen to them. the first time you saw his teeth u were convinced he was wearing grills cuz???? 

thick black forked tongue but fork is not very prominent. presents more like a split tongue than a fork. 

his tongue is also super abrasive. has tiny keratin projections like a cat's tongue. won't really hurt if he licks you but it's a weird sensation. 

Leviathan:

can't hear well above ground and needs a greater water pressure to hear better. he's a deep sea demon so it's a little obvious.

responds better to light than color and actually also can't differentiate between colors very well. deep sea thing, it's the light that matters more than the color of it. he can still see color, just that physically speaking, flipping his lights on and off will get his attention quicker than holding a paper in front of his face.

since he's a deep sea demon, and there's lots of pressure in the deep sea, his body expands when he's above sea level, hence: he is slightly chubby (round face, protruding pudgy tummy, you can't exactly tell because he always dresses baggy). argue with the wall. 

pupils are more slit-like. still rounded in humanoid form (Form 1) but definitely slit-like. become fully slits when he's in his humanoid demon form (Form 2). 

has two sets of eyelids; 2nd set is clear and behind his normal eyelids. they close horizontally and are used to protect his eyes in saltwater and allow him to see. 

has gills (located on neck and sides of his torso) and therefore has a greater lung capacity than any of his brothers. his gills are also sensitive and somewhat erogenous. ask before you touch them please or else he'll jump out of his skin.

neck is very long. is actually the second tallest of the brothers, you just can't tell because of how much he slouches. 

has fins behind his ears, on his forearms, and on his calves and ankles. they are large, shimmery, and a blue-purple color. not super sensitive but be gentle when you touch them bc they're privy to tear. 

can flap his fins and does this when he's excited.

has scales all over his body in humanoid demon form (Form 2), randomly placed in thick groups (shoulder blades, cheeks, neck, hips). they are small, smooth, shimmery, and midnight blue.

will often swim around in his aquarium. is on good terms with every creature he has in there and is always bringing a new one. 

he constantly looks wet because his scales and fins are so shimmery but he's not wet he's just shiny. 

tail is actually very thin and brittle at the end. will grow back if it breaks off but he's not fond of that happening. it's much stronger and heavier at the base. he can crush a human femur with that.

pointed ears like Mammon, even in his humanoid form (Form 1). 

bleeds orange, has lavender gums and oral flesh. seven rows of fangs, and the lesser four are retractable. also has the longest fangs of his brothers. 

forked tongue forked tongue!! it's very very long and thin and deep blue. his taste buds are scattered among the inside of his mouth rather than on his tongue. 

it's also abrasive, like Mammon's, but his tongue will actually hurt. like, actually, unless it's the underside. 

Satan:

can't remember where I saw this but someone said his feather boa is a collection of Lucifer's feathers and I wholeheartedly agree. that's exactly what they are. he does this out of spite. 

his hands are abnormally large, on par with Beel's size. all the better to destroy with!

i know what the website says but they're taller in my hcs anyway. and I headcanon that he's the shortest. he's the smallest. by like, one inch shorter than Asmo (who i hc to be abt 6'2-5, so Satan is just under that range). it's so unfortunate BUT he grows into the second tallest when he transforms into his full demon form :] (Form 4)

can hear and see very well. has one of the most heightened senses of the brothers.

also has slit-like pupils like Levi.

has retractable claws in both his hands and feet. 

has two thick, protruding black ridges on his back leading to his tail. they are scaly and of the same material as his horns. they present more like a heavily ridged spine in his humanoid form (Form 1), but they become more obvious in his humanoid demon form (Form 2).

loves to stare at cats at midnight because his eyes are the same shape as theirs at that time. will often sneak out to find a cat and simply stare.

his tail is scaly, but not like Levi's. the scales are much bigger and thicker, like uneven chunks of metal. 

the end of it is pointed

his tail isn't really sensitive, but it is ticklish if you can get to the skin underneath the scales.

has small gauges. can't explain it, these are the only piercings he has. 

bleeds a bright, sickly green. has forest green gums and oral flesh. Teeth are normal but his canines are heavily pronounced, longer and sharper than the surrounding teeth. his molars are also abnormally sharp, the edges pointed and elongated. 

tongue is forked like Mammon's in that it presents more like a split tongue. his is barely there. also, has teeth on his tongue. small fangs along the sides of it. it's a sickly green. Mammon hates watching Satan talk. 

Asmodeus: 

His pupils are horizontal bars, like that of a goat. surprisingly unnoticeable unless you stare.

has never gotten a single blemish on his skin ever but that doesn't stop him from using skincare products anyway!

naturally smells like roses, but around humans, he smells like their deepest desires.

his wings are not very strong. he can't fly for very long or very high either.

he has a birthmark the shape of a lipstick kiss mark on his left hip. he's so proud of it and will show it off unprovoked.

has very light, almost unnoticeable freckles. doesn't like to cover them up because when he goes full manticore demon form (Form 3 and 4), his whiskers show up in the same area. it's uncomfortable.

his ears are pointed slightly. not as much as Mammon's, but still pointed.

very frail. not necessarily a bad thing, just surprising. his health could shatter instantaneously. while he may not die from something, he could be bedridden for a while. 

bleeds a glittery pink and his blood is a natural aphrodisiac. gums and oral flesh appear normal but are actually an unsettlingly bright pink color. has fangs, most of his teeth are slightly pointed. they're the sharpest fangs of the brothers. 

forked tongue except it's in three segments. they're all shaped like normal tongues but abnormally long and the middle one is the longest. bright pink and slightly abrasive. also pretty thick. has some of his taste buds on his bottom jaw.

Beelzebub:

also has horizontal bars for pupils. also strangely unnoticeable unless you stare. 

the largest, tallest, and bulkiest of his brothers, but weighs slightly less than Mammon and Lucifer because their wings are particularly heavy. 

you never have to worry about him choking because he won’t. it always goes down the right pipe i promise.

is a great cook! can never finish though. the ingredients are gone before he’s finished. hes the type to make cookie dough and then eat the dough. never making the cookies. it’s not his fault though he’s just super hungry.

MC and Belphie work together to provide Beel with a secret stash of food so that he doesn’t always clear out the fridge. it’s a win-win.

wings are very lightweight, as are his horns. he never beats his wings because he sounds like a giant fly when he does and it has disturbed more than enough people at this point. will buzz them when eating particularly good food. he can’t help that. 

has antennae along with his horns. long, thin, and black. almost invisible if you don’t pay attention. 

can communicate with flies and other small insects but doesn’t bother to do so very often. will tell them to stay away from MC if MC doesn’t like bugs. 

bleeds red, but an odd oversaturated and bright red. gums and oral flesh are the same color, but his tongue is black. not forked, but very flat and long, allowing for more room for food in his mouth and down his throat. 

all of his teeth are fangs except for his molars for grinding. his molars, however, have elongated sharp edges like Satan’s. teeth are stained red at the roots so it appears that his teeth are bloody. they’re not, they’re just like that. 

when starving, his saliva and blood are extremely, extremely acidic. will dissolve skin in seconds. when just typically hungry, it's about as acidic as gastric acid. 

Belphegor:

can switch back and forth between normal vision and negative light vision. usually sees in negative because his eyes are too tired and everything is constantly bright :(

also has horizontal bar pupils like Beel and Asmo. 

eyes droop downwards and have a hypnotizing look to them (both Beel and Asmo have this as well). the three younger brothers are particularly good at human seduction because of this trait.

is the youngest and therefore has the youngest brother attitude. iykyk. 

is probably more of a troublemaker than Mammon is. Mammon may be in financial debt but Belphie is in moral debt. Will embarrass all of his brothers (except Beel sometimes) and think nothing of it. doesn’t always get away with stuff though. what goes around comes around…!

would not be as close with Satan as he is canonically if they didn’t have hating Lucifer in common. but because they do have that in common, they’ve found other things to like about each other. Satan will keep quiet reading in the library if Belphie is napping there and in turn Belphie will spare Satan from the next round of exposing his brothers. win-win.

he resembles a satyr in his humanoid demon form (Form 2). his lower half is covered with spotted cow fur and his feet become hooves. 

tail is a mix of scales and fur. the scales are closer to the root of his tail, on his body, and eventually becomes more fur as it reaches the tip.

when angry or upset, will whip his tail around and crack it on the nearest hard surface (floor, table, wall, etc) multiple times. it sounds like a whip and is very startlingly loud. 

gets angry a lot. is also surprisingly very very expressive. 

has vitiligo and his spots are where the fur in his full demon form are lighter colors. 

has retractable claws but doesn't often use them.

bleeds purple with a red sheen. gums and oral flesh are black, but his tongue is purple.

has fangs, but they're probably the least prominent of his brothers. closest to normal human canines. however, he has the second strongest bite force of the brothers (first strongest is beel, third is satan). 

Dateable Side Characs:

Diavolo:

naturally high body temperature. constantly warm. how does he not sweat so much? we'll never know.

his horns at the base are very sensitive. like, extremely. he'll jump 10 feet if your fingers brush against them.

his laugh is naturally extra like that. he doesn't mean to be extra it's just like that.

secretly really wants to make a pact with MC but obviously can't, for multiple reasons. feels left out :/

his yawns are almost as animated and ridiculous as his laugh is. he's so silly.

totally a morning person. ask him to stay up late and he will conk out immediately.

very fond of and fascinated with humans and is enamored every time he talks to MC or Solomon. never lets it show. Barbatos knows, though.

is only one more inch taller than Beel. 

ik it's canon that none of the brothers are as strong as Dia but I like to hc that he'd have a hard time fighting any of them, Beel especially. if both of them were lucid and fully aware, Dia would eventually come out on top, but not without a grueling struggle.

his bodily fluids are as hot as magma. didn't even notice because of how warm he is until MC got burned from eating off the same spoon as him.

bleeds a brighter gold than Mammon. gums and oral flesh are also gold, but his tongue is black and forked similar to Mammon's.

huge fangs. they stick out of his lips sometimes.

his eyes aren't like the younger three demon brothers, but they can be very hypnotizing. he can't turn it on or off, so everyone usually ends up relenting to him because of it. except Barbatos and Thirteen, they are the only two immune to it. 

Barbatos:

in contrast to Dia this guy is constantly freezing. like touch his hands or neck and you'll feel like you've got frostbite. 

it's physically impossible for him to offer body warmth so just accept his tea instead

is a total tea enthusiast. even he doesn't know why. he just loves finding new teas to make.

similarly enamored with humans, but particularly with MC. less so with Solomon because he’s just not like other humans.

his power is definitely on par with Dia’s, if not more. this is why he was absolutely a necessary ally to Dia. Barbatos would be far worse as a neutral party or enemy.

there isn’t much he isn’t good at except board games. for whatever reason, if it’s not chess, he just can’t get the hang of it. even monopoly confuses him but he always somehow ends up owning the boardwalk. dumb luck or his sin? we may never know.

has gills like Levi along his neck and sides. his are much larger, however, and grow into patterned grooves on his back.

he has long hair. i know it's short in canon but in my heart? his hair is longer, like down to his mid-back. all of his hair is like a gradient, except it's slanted, if that makes sense. more hair will be teal on his left than on his right, and the gradient continues at an angle.

haaaaates taking off his gloves unless it's to touch people he loves. for example, he'll slip them off to pat Luke on the head or squeeze Dia's shoulder or to hug MC. 

his hands are perfect, btw. inexplicably perfect. something about the bone structure in his hands is just so alluring.

his tail is cold and constantly slimy. not unhygienic, just slimy. also very strong. he can lift and hold heavy things pretty well with it.

hates rats AND mice. both are committers of unforgivable crimes to him. but he's a bit of a scaredy cat. will yelp and hide behind the closest person (except Luke and most of the demon brothers) if a rat or mouse appears suddenly. 

bleeds a shimmery paris green. gums and oral flesh are the same color. his teeth are a blinding white, though. hard to look at.

tongue is similar to his tail in appearance and shape, except segmented into three like Asmodeus’s tongue. it's also freezing cold.

yk how i said asmodeus has the sharpest fangs of the brothers? well this guy has the sharpest fangs period. literally. his tongue and oral flesh is a bit thick to prevent his teeth from constantly cutting the inside of his mouth.

Simeon:

hair is really coily. idc what his hair looks like canonically. it's coily to me. also naturally soft and perfect like he has effortlessly perfect coils. 

lips are pretty thick, probably has the thickest lips of all characters. suuuuper kissable. two-toned. 

he is naturally constantly the perfect amount of warm. cuddles and hugs and small touches from him are always perfect because he's always the right temperature.

has the toothiest, goofiest grins ever. he doesn't grin often though. usually he just smiles.

is surprisingly super petty and will not let shit slide. will not. don't try it bc he's not the one. 

he KNOWS his outfit is a little revealing. he KNOWS when you're looking. and no, he won't stop you nor is he ashamed of it, but he will chide you if you go too far. 

will always be bad with technology and will always beat Barbatos in board games. except chess.

began writing TSL as an outlet for his wrath. it was therapeutic and worked to dissolve his wrath, but he does continue to struggle with it.

is actually super clever and knowing. on par with Barbatos and Solomon in terms of sheer knowledge. it just isn't readily apparent about him.

isn't exactly fond of stormy weather because his outfits include elaborate capes and he hates it when they get caught up in the wind and no longer appear elegant

dresses like a fall christian girl when it's cold out. sweaters and skinny jeans galore.

has normal oral flesh and gums, the only difference is that unlike other angels, Simeon has unusually sharp and long canines. 

normal tongue too, nothing to worry about.

Solomon:

he knows how to cook. he just loves how doing it incorrectly always manages to piss people off. he gets a good kick out of it.

has been alive for a very long time but still can't read analog clocks right, especially ones without numbers.

will occasionally disguise himself as a college student and attend classes to keep himself up to date with what is being taught. usually erases memories of students and teachers once he's done attending.

he knows he's immortal but he likes to live like he can die via regular things that could kill a human.

isn’t exactly an asshole, is just somehow an expert at pissing everyone off. he’s genuinely likeable, he’s just never gotten enough of how funny it is to piss people off. 

is still human but hanging around demons and angels has changed him in odd ways. for example, he’ll have an oddly strong sense of virtue, but at the same time value corruption.

obviously is on the side of humans, no matter what happens. its why he’s so attached to MC despite MC being very close with the brothers. secretly, he wants MC to choose him, too. 

normal human anatomy unfortunately. 

pays for his immortality in purity. it is why Thirteen mentioned his flame still sparkles, but it’s different. his soul becomes less pure and more corrupted the longer he lives on. ultimately this has no effect on his health, but it simply states that there’s really only one option for his afterlife. 

totally normal human anatomy. is surprisingly really healthy and doesn’t often get sick. 

a/n: wellllll that's all for now yippee!!!!!!!!! i hope you all enjoyed my little hcs. ive had this in the drafts for, like... a very long time, but just never got around 2 posting it, so i hope you all enjoy this. please leave a like, comment, and a reblog if you liked this post! i love 2 know that you all enjoy my works! also, if u have hcs about the demon dateables that you'd like to share, PLEASE TELL ME!!! i love sharing and discussing hcs, especially anatomy ones! its so much fun!!!

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Hey I asked you this a while a while ago on anon but hey we're mutuals I can ask you on non anon I think. So uh. So I've been working on this longterm-ish project of, uh, trying to understand what mathematical induction Really Is. And in the course of this I've started reading about the theory of sketches, because I think I need sketches to answer this question. And you know about sketches I think, I think you've used sketches for your project...

What is your project again?

But anyway, so. I'm on hiatus from my project cause I got brain damage. Uh.

Oh right the other thing that seems important for my deal is institutions, have you heard of institutional model theory?

So I guess my question is:

what is your project again? with topos theory(?)?

did you use sketches?

did you use any institutional model theory?

Uh. Well. Tha'ts my questions sorry this ask is disjointed as fuck.

sorry, i kept going to answer this ask and then getting distracted with like, looking into various math things i like (currently: codensity monads, synthetic differential geometry (well i was trying to read about C^∞ algebras), and how-do-you-define-(lax/pseudo)-transfors-between-weak-n-categories-anyways)

so, i haven't worked on my project in a while because ive been just having life problems full time instead. but i'm doing a little better now, so i've been doing math again, so i might get back on it.

my project is: i want to generalize the notion of topos so you can write classifying "toposes" for theories written in more general types of logics. stuff like linear logic or maybe stuff with like richer 2-structure. idk. there's a theorem in the depths of the Elephant (the big book on topos theory) that i thought might lead the way, but in order to do that i have to read and understand a majority of that book. this is kind of a way to force myself to like. Learn A Big Important Thing Fully. because of course this idea might just not work out. its research.

I ran into sketches when i was teaching myself category theory out of the Handbook of Categorical Algebra; they're presented there as like, a broad approach to model theory from a categorial perspective? You learn about them in the context of the equivalence between categories of models of sketches and accessible categories. Sketches are sort of tangential to topos-algebra stuff, although i think they're like. So, given a fairly general type of algebraic theory, there is a classifying topos for that theory; conversely every grothendieck topos is a classifying topos for some theory. probably a sketch is a good way to express that. idk it's in volume D of the elephant and i was going through it sequentially.

ive never heard of institutional model theory at all?

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Writing Resources

My main thesaurus website which is up while I write:

My favorite Random Name Generator: There are so many ways to tweak the settings and generate names to choose from:

If you have spare credits/moolah/kruge, these are awesome:

Translations: Nothing beats having a native or fluent speaker's help, but DeepL tends to do better than Google Translate:

I don't heed even a third of its suggestions, but the Hemingway Editor is good for finding stupidly long run-on sentences that I otherwise skim over. It encourages me to rework some things, make them more succinct:

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V1 cover of the heart acoustic by chonny jash

[granvarones]

in the vast universe of hip-hop’s fifty-year history, certain songs stand out for their musical brilliance and place within pop culture and their profound impact on how we eulogize the lives of the loved ones we lost. among these iconic tracks include pete rock & CL smooth’s “they reminisce over you (t.r.o.y.),” geto boys “six feet deep,” puff daddy’s “i’ll be missing you,” coolio’s “gangsta’s paradise,” cuban link’s “flowers for the dead,” and bone thugs-n-harmony’s deeply moving 1996 chart-topper, “tha crossroads.”

emerging in the early 1990s, the trail-blazing cleveland, ohio group achieved multi-platinum status several times under the guidance of mentor and west coast gangsta rap pioneer eazy-e. the group’s distinctive style was an exquisite fusion of rapid-fire flows, gripping storytelling, and melodic doo-wop vocal harmonizing that set them apart from the prevailing sounds of their era. their 1995 magnum opus, “E. 1999 eternal,” cemented their standing in hip-hop, and solidified their legacy.

“E. 1999 eternal” arrived in july 1995 to critical and commercial acclaim. while the lead single, “first of the month,” became the group’s first top 20 hit on billboard’s 100, it was the yet-to-be-released track, “crossroad,” an elegy for a friend lost to gun violence, that quickly generated buzz. when the song was released as the album’s third single in 1996, it had been reworked as a tribute to eazy-e and rechristened “tha crossroads.”

eric “eazy-e” wright co-founded ruthless records and the west coast hip-hop group NWA in 1987. the group’s 1988 album “straight out of compton,” which included the still relevant “fuck the police,” propelled gangsta rap to the forefront of commercial viability and is widely regarded as one of the most influential albums in hip-hop history. eazy and ruthless records continued to impact hip-hop landscape with the signing and global success of bone thugs-n-harmony.

on march 20, 1995, four months before bone’s “E 1999 eternal” was released, eazy-e stunned the hip-hop world when he announced that he was dying from AIDS complications. in a statement issued through his lawyer, eazy courageously stated, “i’ve got thousands and thousands of young fans that have to learn what’s real when it comes to AIDS. like the others before me, i would like to turn my problem into something good that will reach out to all my homeboys and their kin, because i want to save their asses before it’s too late.”” eric “eazy-e” wright died six days later on March 26 at the age of 30.

released in april 1996, a year after eazy-e’s untimely death, “tha crossroads,” debuted at #2 on billboard’s hot 100 before topping the chart for an astonishing 8 weeks. the emotional and spiritual tribute to their friend wally, uncle charles, eazy-e, and other family members, resonated with listens who themselves had experienced loss due to AIDS and gun violence. “tha crossroads” was anchored by a music video that provided a powerful visual to song’s chorus, “see you at the crossroads, so you won’t be lonely,” and offered hope, reminded that those lost to AIDS and gun violence would find solace in the afterlife.

the legacy of “tha crossroads” highlights hip-hop’s extensive history of amplifying social issues, including HIV/AIDS. in october 1995, urbanAID 4 lifebeat hosted hip-hop’s first AIDS benefit concert at new york city’s madison square garden. the now legendary roster of performers included run DMC, the notorious big, wu-tang clan, salt ‘n pepa, mary j. blige, brandy, and to name just a few. the concert also featured video testimonies from people living with HIV and a video message from bone thugs-n-harmony.

“see you at the crossroads, so you won’t lonely.”

“tha crossroads” is a heartbreaking hymn that envelopes you. it is a song about remembrance without making those lost too saintly to reach, touch, feel, and mourn. the song is about personal grief. it is about communal grief. it is testament that hip-hop has the power to inspire transformation and compassion. “tha crossroads” is a song that serves as a comfort for the grieving and dead – a reminder that a reunion will be at the crossroads.

“’cause i know ima meet you at the crossroads.”

[sayeedaqsa]

Factors That Influences The Lasting Capacity Of Hair Transformation

When you are getting a hair transformation, one question always stays in the back of the mind is how long it will last. Well, several factors impact the longevity of the hair transformation

, like the kind of transformation done, the quality and growth rate of the hair, and the age of the person, to name a few. Since all hair transformations are not limited to Keratin or smoothening treatments, techniques like re-bonding, hair transplant, trimming, cutting, and coloring are also included in the hair transformation categories. By definition, hair transformation means the hair procedures are undertaken through which the haircut, color, style, and look of a person are changed. Hence depending on the process and other factors, the lasting of the transformation is impacted.

In this article, we will look into the factors that influenced the lasting capacity of the transformation and, in general, how long five major transformations last.

How Long Does Hair Transformation Last?

While the above factors are essential in hair transformation

, generally, when you opt for the procedure, a general timeline is provided by the hair salon or treatment center. Here are some of the periods based on an individual's transformation.

Hair Color Transformation

Typically the hair color transformation will last between four to six weeks. First, the color starts to fade from the hair after a couple of weeks as they don't stick on it permanently. Second, as your hair grows, the original root colors become prominent.

Hair Re-bonding Transformation

It can last six to seven months when a reputed salon does it. Then a trip to the salon every three to four months is a must for a touch-up to keep the newly grown hair in place.

Hair Smoothening Transformation

Typically it lasts between two to five months, but once again, it depends on the growth of the hair. With hair smoothening, there is no need for in-between salon visits like you do for re-bonding for it to last longer.

Keratin Transformation

The keratin treatment transformation can last between two and six months for a person. The longevity of the treatment depends on the type of Keratin product used, hair quality, type, and how often the individual washes the hair. But if cared for correctly, the transformation with Keratin can last for five months.

Hair Transplant Transformation

This is generally considered lifetime longevity, but in most cases, individuals need more than one hair transplant treatment

 to get the desired result.

Final Words

Irrespective of the kind of transformation you opt for your hair, its longevity depends on several factors.

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Big Data and Data Engineering

Big Data and Data Engineering are essential concepts in modern data science, analytics, and machine learning. 

They focus on the processes and technologies used to manage and process large volumes of data. 

Here’s an overview: 

What is Big Data? Big Data refers to extremely large datasets that cannot be processed or analyzed using traditional data processing tools or methods. 

It typically has the following characteristics:

 Volume: 

Huge amounts of data (petabytes or more). 

Variety:

 Data comes in different formats (structured, semi-structured, unstructured). Velocity: The speed at which data is generated and processed.

 Veracity: The quality and accuracy of data. 

Value: Extracting meaningful insights from data. 

Big Data is often associated with technologies and tools that allow organizations to store, process, and analyze data at scale.

2. Data Engineering: 

Overview Data Engineering is the process of designing, building, and managing the systems and infrastructure required to collect, store, process, and analyze data. 

The goal is to make data easily accessible for analytics and decision-making. 

Key areas of Data Engineering: 

Data Collection:

 Gathering data from various sources (e.g., IoT devices, logs, APIs). Data Storage: Storing data in data lakes, databases, or distributed storage systems. Data Processing: Cleaning, transforming, and aggregating raw data into usable formats. 

Data Integration: 

Combining data from multiple sources to create a unified dataset for analysis. 

3. Big Data Technologies and Tools 

The following tools and technologies are commonly used in Big Data and Data Engineering to manage and process large datasets: 

Data Storage: 

Data Lakes: Large storage systems that can handle structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data. Examples include Amazon S3, Azure Data Lake, and Google Cloud Storage. 

Distributed File Systems: 

Systems that allow data to be stored across multiple machines. Examples include Hadoop HDFS and Apache Cassandra.

 Databases:

 Relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, HBase). 

Data Processing: 

Batch Processing: Handling large volumes of data in scheduled, discrete chunks. 

Common tools:

 Apache Hadoop (MapReduce framework). Apache Spark (offers both batch and stream processing). 

Stream Processing: 

Handling real-time data flows. Common tools: Apache Kafka (message broker). Apache Flink (streaming data processing). Apache Storm (real-time computation). 

ETL (Extract, Transform, Load): 

Tools like Apache Nifi, Airflow, and AWS Glue are used to automate data extraction, transformation, and loading processes. 

Data Orchestration & Workflow Management: 

Apache Airflow is a platform for programmatically authoring, scheduling, and monitoring workflows. Kubernetes and Docker are used to deploy and scale applications in data pipelines. 

Data Warehousing & Analytics: 

Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery, Snowflake, and Azure Synapse Analytics are popular cloud data warehouses for large-scale data analytics. 

Apache Hive is a data warehouse built on top of Hadoop to provide SQL-like querying capabilities. 

Data Quality and Governance: 

Tools like Great Expectations, Deequ, and AWS Glue DataBrew help ensure data quality by validating, cleaning, and transforming data before it’s analyzed. 

4. Data Engineering Lifecycle 

The typical lifecycle in Data Engineering involves the following stages: Data Ingestion: Collecting and importing data from various sources into a central storage system.

 This could include real-time ingestion using tools like Apache Kafka or batch-based ingestion using Apache Sqoop. 

Data Transformation (ETL/ELT): After ingestion, raw data is cleaned and transformed. 

This may include: 

Data normalization and standardization. Removing duplicates and handling missing data. 

Aggregating or merging datasets. Using tools like Apache Spark, AWS Glue, and Talend. 

Data Storage:

 After transformation, the data is stored in a format that can be easily queried. 

This could be in a data warehouse (e.g., Snowflake, Google BigQuery) or a data lake (e.g., Amazon S3). 

Data Analytics & Visualization: 

After the data is stored, it is ready for analysis. Data scientists and analysts use tools like SQL, Jupyter Notebooks, Tableau, and Power BI to create insights and visualize the data. 

Data Deployment & Serving: 

In some use cases, data is deployed to serve real-time queries using tools like Apache Druid or Elasticsearch. 

5. Challenges in Big Data and Data Engineering 

Data Security & Privacy:

 Ensuring that data is secure, encrypted, and complies with privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). 

Scalability: 

As data grows, the infrastructure needs to scale to handle it efficiently. 

Data Quality:

 Ensuring that the data collected is accurate, complete, and relevant. Data 

Integration:

 Combining data from multiple systems with differing formats and structures can be complex. 

Real-Time Processing:

 Managing data that flows continuously and needs to be processed in real-time. 

6. Best Practices in Data Engineering Modular Pipelines:

 Design data pipelines as modular components that can be reused and updated independently. 

Data Versioning: Keep track of versions of datasets and data models to maintain consistency. 

Data Lineage: Track how data moves and is transformed across systems. 

Automation: Automate repetitive tasks like data collection, transformation, and processing using tools like Apache Airflow or Luigi. 

Monitoring: Set up monitoring and alerting to track the health of data pipelines and ensure data accuracy and timeliness. 

7. Cloud and Managed Services for Big Data

 Many companies are now leveraging cloud-based services to handle Big Data: 

AWS: 

Offers tools like AWS Glue (ETL), Redshift (data warehousing), S3 (storage), and Kinesis (real-time streaming). 

Azure:

 Provides Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Azure Databricks for Big Data processing. 

Google Cloud: 

Offers BigQuery, Cloud Storage, and Dataflow for Big Data workloads. 

Data Engineering plays a critical role in enabling efficient data processing, analysis, and decision-making in a data-driven world.

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I Will Always Write Back: A Heartfelt Friendship Journey

Chapter 1 What's I Will Always Write Back by Caitlin Alifirenka

"I Will Always Write Back" is a true story co-authored by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda. It narrates the heartfelt correspondence between Caitlin, an American girl, and Martin, a boy from Zimbabwe. Their exchange begins as part of a school project, but it evolves into a deep friendship that transcends cultural differences and geographic boundaries. Through their letters, they share their lives, dreams, and struggles, highlighting issues like poverty and education. As Caitlin learns about Martin's challenging circumstances, she is inspired to take action, while Martin finds hope and encouragement through Caitlin's kindness. The book emphasizes themes of empathy, connection, and the impact of friendship on personal growth.

Chapter 2 I Will Always Write Back by Caitlin Alifirenka Summary

"I Will Always Write Back" is a touching memoir co-authored by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda, chronicling their unique friendship that blossomed through letters exchanged over several years.

The story begins when Caitlin, a middle school student in Pennsylvania, is assigned to write letters to a pen pal in Zimbabwe as part of a class project. She is paired with Martin Ganda, a bright and ambitious boy who lives in a small village and faces considerable challenges, including poverty and limited access to education. Through their letters, they share their lives, dreams, and struggles. Caitlin’s life is filled with the typical experiences of a middle-class American teenager, while Martin's letters reveal the harsh realities of life in Zimbabwe, including issues like food scarcity and political instability.

As they correspond, their friendship deepens, and they both experience personal growth. Caitlin becomes more aware of the challenges faced by people in developing countries, while Martin finds hope and encouragement through Caitlin’s support. The book highlights themes of perseverance, the power of friendship, cultural exchange, and the impact of generosity.

Eventually, Caitlin and her family take tangible steps to help Martin, leading to a transformative experience for both of them. Their story culminates in a powerful message about empathy and the difference one person can make in another’s life.

Overall, "I Will Always Write Back" is a poignant portrayal of friendship, resilience, and the ability to inspire change, demonstrating how connections can transcend geographical and cultural barriers.

Chapter 3 I Will Always Write Back Author

Caitlin Alifirenka is an author known for her work on the memoir "I Will Always Write Back," which she co-authored with Martin Ganda. The book was released on August 1, 2015. It tells the story of their friendship that developed through letter exchanges between Caitlin, an American girl, and Martin, a boy from Zimbabwe. The narrative explores themes of connection, cultural differences, and the impact of friendship across distances.

In addition to "I Will Always Write Back," Caitlin has also contributed to various projects, but she is primarily recognized for this particular work. The book has been well-received and is considered an impactful read, especially in educational settings due to its themes of empathy and global awareness.

Regarding editions, the original hardcover and paperback editions have both been popular, but special editions or formats, such as those with added discussion guides or teacher resources, may be particularly useful for educators and students. Generally, the best edition would depend on the reader's needs—whether they are seeking a collector’s edition, a classroom resource, or simply an enjoyable read.

Chapter 4 I Will Always Write Back Meaning & Theme

I Will Always Write Back Meaning

"I Will Always Write Back," co-authored by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda, is a touching memoir that explores the power of friendship, cultural exchange, and the transformative impact of communication. The book recounts the true story of Caitlin, an American girl, and Martin, a boy from Zimbabwe, who start exchanging letters as part of a school pen pal project.

  Key Themes and Meanings:  

1.   Cross-Cultural Connection  : The book highlights the richness of cultural diversity and how communication can bridge gaps between different backgrounds. Caitlin and Martin's friendship exemplifies how understanding and empathy can transcend geographical and social barriers.

2.   The Impact of Kindness  : Their correspondence showcases the profound effect of kindness and generosity. Caitlin's initial letter sparks a lasting friendship that changes both of their lives, showing how small acts of goodwill can lead to significant change.

3.   Resilience and Hope  : Martin's life in Zimbabwe is marked by challenges, including economic hardship and political instability. His resilience in the face of adversity is a central theme, underscoring the importance of hope and determination.

4.   Personal Growth  : Throughout the story, both Caitlin and Martin experience personal growth. They learn about each other’s cultures, struggles, and aspirations, and through this, they develop greater awareness and maturity.

5.   The Power of Education  : The memoir emphasizes the role of education in empowering individuals and providing opportunities. It shows how Caitlin’s and Martin’s commitment to learning and bettering their circumstances plays a crucial role in their journeys.

6.   Friendship  : At its core, the book is a celebration of friendship. The bond that forms between Caitlin and Martin demonstrates the profound connections that can develop through shared experiences and understanding.

Overall, "I Will Always Write Back" serves as an inspiring reminder of the impact that thoughtful communication and friendship can have, illustrating how individuals can affect each other’s lives in significant ways despite their different circumstances.

I Will Always Write Back Theme

"I Will Always Write Back" by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda explores several significant themes, including:

1.   Friendship and Connection  : The book emphasizes the power of friendship that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. Caitlin and Martin’s correspondence fosters a deep bond, showcasing how letters can create meaningful connections despite different backgrounds.

2.   Cultural Exchange  : The story highlights the differences and similarities between American and Zimbabwean cultures. Through their letters, both Caitlin and Martin gain insights into each other's lives, leading to a broader understanding of the world.

3.   Empathy and Understanding  : As Caitlin learns about Martin’s struggles and challenges in Zimbabwe, the book illustrates the importance of empathy. Their relationship encourages readers to consider the experiences of others and the impact of socioeconomic disparities.

4.   Perseverance and Hope  : Martin's determination to overcome adversity and strive for a better future serves as an inspiring example of resilience. The theme of hope runs throughout their journey, emphasizing the belief in a brighter tomorrow despite challenges.

5.   The Impact of Communication  : The act of writing letters becomes a powerful tool for expressing thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. The book highlights how communication can bridge gaps and foster understanding between individuals.

These themes combine to tell a compelling story about the transformative power of friendship, the importance of seeking to understand others, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Chapter 5 Quotes of I Will Always Write Back

I Will Always Write Back quotes as follows:

"I Will Always Write Back" by Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda is an inspiring true story that explores the power of friendship and connection through letters. Here are ten notable quotes from the book that capture its essence:

1. "Letters were a lifeline for me, a reminder that the world was bigger than my immediate surroundings."

2. "In the silence of the night, I could feel the distance between us disappear when I wrote."

3. "Friendship knows no boundaries, whether they are across the ocean or within our hearts."

4. "Every letter was a window into each other’s worlds, a bridge of understanding between our lives."

5. "Caitlin and I were different in many ways, but our dreams connected us in a way nothing else could."

6. "This experience taught me that kindness transcends culture, geography, and circumstance."

7. "Through our words, we found hope and purpose, igniting passions we never knew we had."

8. "Our letters weren't just messages; they were promises of support and belief in each other's dreams."

9. "In a world that often feels divided, our letters reminded me of the power of empathy."

10. "The beauty of our journey was not just in our stories, but in the friendship we built, letter by letter."

These quotes reflect the themes of friendship, perseverance, and the deep human connection established through communication.

Chapter 6 Similar Books Like I Will Always Write Back

Here are five impactful books that explore themes of friendship, culture, resilience, and social issues, similar to "I Will Always Write Back":

1.   "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan   

This novel intertwines the lives of four Chinese-American daughters and their immigrant mothers, exploring the complex relationships between them. Through their stories, Tan tackles themes of cultural identity, generational conflict, and the immigrant experience, offering a rich tapestry of perspectives and emotions.

2.   "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park   

Based on a true story, this novel follows the journey of a young boy named Salva in war-torn Sudan and a girl named Nya who fetches water for her family. Their narratives intersect, showcasing themes of perseverance, hope, and the impact of access to clean water. It powerfully illustrates how perseverance can lead to change.

3.   "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai   

Written in verse, this poignant novel tells the story of a young Vietnamese girl, Ha, who flees her country after the Vietnam War and immigrates to the United States. Ha's journey highlights the challenges of adapting to a new culture and the struggles of finding a sense of belonging, all seen through the eyes of a resilient young girl.

4.   "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini   

This compelling story revolves around friendship, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of a changing Afghanistan. It delves into the bonds between characters intertwined by their past decisions and societal upheaval, making it a profound exploration of love, loss, and the quest to make amends.

5.   "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson   

This classic novel tells the story of Jess and Leslie, two friends who create an imaginary kingdom called Terabithia. It explores themes of friendship, imagination, and the painful realities of loss. Paterson's heartfelt storytelling resonates deeply, reflecting both the joys and sorrows that accompany growing up.

These books, while distinct in their narratives, share an emphasis on personal connections, cultural journeys, and the power of resilience, making them great companions to "I Will Always Write Back."

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How to Build a Legendary Dental Practice with Digital Marketing!

Building a successful dental practice in today’s competitive landscape is no small feat. Dentists face numerous challenges, from attracting new patients to keeping their existing ones engaged. With the rapid growth of digital tools and platforms, dental digital marketing has emerged as a game-changer for overcoming these challenges and creating a legendary practice.

The Top Challenges Dentists Face in Marketing Their Practice

Lack of Visibility in Local Search Results

When potential patients search for a dentist online, they will likely type “dentist near me” into a search engine. If your practice doesn’t appear at the top of the results, you miss out on many potential patients. Low visibility can lead to stagnant growth, even if your services are top-notch.

Difficulty in Differentiating from Competitors

The dental industry is crowded, with many practices offering similar services. Without a clear strategy to showcase what sets you apart, your practice may blend in with the competition. Patients need a compelling reason to choose your clinic over others.

Low Patient Retention and Engagement Rates

Attracting new patients is essential, but retaining existing ones is just as important. With proper engagement strategies, satisfied patients might even stay with other practices. Lack of communication, infrequent updates, or a weak online presence can hinder retention rates.

How Digital Marketing Can Solve These Challenges

Increase Visibility with SEO

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the foundation of any effective dental digital marketing strategy. By optimizing your website for relevant keywords, you can climb the search engine rankings and ensure your practice is easily found. Local SEO techniques, such as optimizing for “dentist near me” and listing your practice on Google My Business, make it easier for patients in your area to discover you.

Attract More Patients with Paid Advertising

Paid advertising campaigns, such as Google Ads and social media ads, can generate quick and measurable results. These ads allow you to target specific demographics, ensuring your message reaches people most likely to book an appointment. A well-crafted paid advertising strategy delivers a high return on investment (ROI), making it a cornerstone of successful dental digital marketing.

Boost Patient Engagement with Social Media and Content

Social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are excellent for engaging with both current and potential patients. Share before-and-after photos of dental transformations, post patient success stories, and answer common questions to establish your clinic as a trusted authority. Consistent, engaging content keeps your practice at the top of your mind and fosters stronger relationships with your audience.

Strengthen Trust with Online Reputation Management

Reviews play a huge role in a patient’s decision-making process. A proactive approach to online reputation management—such as responding to reviews, addressing concerns, and encouraging happy patients to share their experiences—can significantly enhance trust in your practice. Building and maintaining a positive online reputation is critical for long-term success in dental digital marketing.

Why Choose Our Digital Marketing Agency?

When creating a legendary dental practice, the right marketing partner can make all the difference. Here’s why working with us ensures your success:

Specialized Experience in Dental Practices: Our team understands the unique needs of dental professionals, from targeting local audiences to promoting niche services.

Proven Results: We’ve helped dental practices nationwide increase patient inquiries and bookings, delivering measurable outcomes that drive growth.

Customized Strategies: No two practices are the same. We design tailored strategies to address your clinic’s specific challenges and goals, ensuring maximum impact.

Conclusion

Now is the perfect time to transform your dental practice into a thriving business that patients rave about. With the power of dental digital marketing, you can attract more patients, foster long-lasting relationships, and stand out from the competition.

Don’t wait to take the first step toward building a legendary practice. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you achieve your goals. Let’s create a marketing strategy that takes your clinic to the next level!

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Immersive Technologies: Revolutionizing the Future of Experiences

Immersive technologies are transforming the way we interact with the world by blurring the lines between physical and digital experiences. From virtual reality (VR) to augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR), these technologies are reshaping industries, enabling innovative solutions, and enhancing customer engagement. This article explores the exciting realm of immersive technologies, their applications, benefits, and future potential.

What Are Immersive Technologies?

Immersive technologies refer to advanced systems that create or enhance real-world environments using digital tools. They immerse users in a simulated or augmented experience, providing them with a sense of presence. The three primary types are:

Virtual Reality (VR): Creates fully immersive, computer-generated environments.

Augmented Reality (AR): Adds digital elements to the real-world environment through devices like smartphones or AR glasses.

Mixed Reality (MR): Combines elements of VR and AR, allowing interaction between real and virtual worlds.

Applications of Immersive Technologies Across Industries

Healthcare: Immersive technologies are revolutionizing medical training, patient care, and therapy. For example, VR is used to train surgeons with realistic simulations, while AR aids in precise surgeries by overlaying critical data onto the patient’s body.

Education and Training: Immersive classrooms and VR-based training modules enhance learning experiences. Students can explore historical landmarks, dissect virtual organisms, or undergo industry-specific simulations for hands-on learning.

Entertainment and Gaming: VR and AR have transformed gaming into a highly interactive experience. Platforms like Oculus and PlayStation VR deliver games that feel incredibly lifelike.

Retail and E-commerce: AR allows customers to visualize products in their real environment. For instance, IKEA’s AR app lets users place virtual furniture in their homes before purchasing.

Real Estate and Architecture: Immersive walkthroughs of properties or architectural designs enable clients to visualize projects before they are built.

Manufacturing and Design: Mixed reality is utilized for prototyping, quality control, and troubleshooting. It speeds up processes and reduces errors.

Benefits of Immersive Technologies

Enhanced Engagement: Immersive experiences captivate users, fostering higher engagement and retention rates.

Cost Efficiency: Training through VR simulations reduces the need for physical resources, saving costs while improving outcomes.

Improved Decision-Making: Realistic simulations and visualizations enable better-informed decisions, especially in industries like real estate, healthcare, and manufacturing.

Accessibility: These technologies make complex tasks easier to understand and perform, democratizing access to knowledge and experiences.

Challenges of Immersive Technologies

While the benefits are immense, there are some challenges to address:

High Costs: Initial investment in immersive technology hardware and software can be significant.

Technical Limitations: Limited hardware capabilities and bandwidth constraints can impact performance.

User Adaptation: Not all users are comfortable with or accustomed to immersive technologies, which may slow adoption.

Privacy and Security: Collecting data in virtual environments raises concerns about user privacy and data protection.

Future Trends in Immersive Technologies

Advancements in Hardware: Lighter and more affordable devices like AR glasses and standalone VR headsets will make these technologies more accessible.

5G Integration: Faster internet speeds will enhance real-time immersive experiences, particularly for AR and MR applications.

AI and Immersive Tech: Artificial intelligence will play a key role in making virtual environments more intelligent and interactive.

Immersive Workspaces: The rise of virtual offices and collaboration platforms will transform the way teams work globally.

Mainstream Adoption: As immersive technologies become more affordable, they will become integral to everyday life, from shopping to healthcare.

How Businesses Can Leverage Immersive Technologies

Enhancing Customer Experiences: Businesses can use AR apps or VR showrooms to offer customers a unique and engaging experience.

Training and Development: Industries like aviation and healthcare can invest in VR simulations for safer and more effective training.

Marketing Campaigns: Brands can use AR filters on social media or VR-based ad campaigns to stand out from competitors.

Remote Collaboration: Immersive workspaces enable teams to collaborate effectively across different locations.

Prototyping and Product Design: Companies can leverage MR for rapid prototyping, reducing costs and development time.

Real-World Examples of Immersive Technologies

Retail: Sephora uses AR to let customers try on makeup virtually.

Healthcare: AccuVein employs AR for vein visualization, improving the success of first-stick attempts.

Entertainment: Pokémon GO's AR-based gameplay became a global sensation.

Automotive: Volvo uses VR for car design and customer test drives.

Conclusion

Immersive technologies are no longer just futuristic concepts; they are becoming an integral part of our daily lives. From revolutionizing industries to creating unparalleled experiences, the possibilities are endless. By adopting immersive technologies, businesses can stay ahead of the curve and deliver innovative solutions that cater to modern-day needs.

As we move forward, immersive technologies will continue to shape how we interact with the world, unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation.

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Streamline Success: UDYOG ERP Software — India’s Premier Choice

In the rapidly evolving business world, companies are looking for efficient solutions to stay ahead of the competition, streamline operations, and foster growth. udyog best erp software in india has emerged as a premier choice for businesses in India, offering a comprehensive suite of tools designed to optimize operations, improve productivity, and enhance decision-making. Here’s why udyog ERP is quickly becoming the go-to solution for businesses across the country.

udyog ERP is a best erp software in india Planning solution tailored to meet the needs of Indian businesses. It integrates various aspects of an organization, including finance, manufacturing, supply chain, human resources, sales, and customer relations, into one unified platform. This seamless integration allows businesses to manage their resources more effectively and make data-driven decisions.

Product Management:

Udyog ERP stands out as the leading solution for product management in India, offering businesses a seamless way to manage the entire product lifecycle. From ideation and development to production and distribution, Udyog best erp software in india streamlines every stage with features like inventory tracking, BOM (Bill of Materials) management, and production scheduling. Its intuitive interface and real-time analytics empower businesses to optimize workflows, reduce costs, and ensure product quality. Tailored to meet the needs of Indian businesses, Udyog ERP ensures compliance with local regulations while providing the scalability needed to adapt to market demands.

Quality Management Module:

udyog ERP’s Quality Management Module empowers businesses to maintain exceptional product and service standards by integrating quality control seamlessly into every stage of operations. The module offers tools for real-time inspection, compliance tracking, defect analysis, and audit management. Tailored to Indian industries, it ensures adherence to local regulations and global quality benchmarks. With automated reporting, corrective action workflows, and easy integration with manufacturing and supply chain processes, udyog best erp software in india helps businesses deliver consistent quality, reduce defects, and enhance customer satisfaction.

GST Compliance Management:

Udyog ERP stands out as India’s top choice for GST compliance management, offering a seamless and automated solution to handle the complexities of the Goods and Services Tax. Designed specifically for Indian businesses, it ensures accurate tax calculations, automated GST return filing, and adherence to the latest regulatory changes. With real-time data integration, error-free reconciliation, and comprehensive reporting, Udyog ERP eliminates manual efforts and reduces compliance risks. Whether you’re a small enterprise or a large corporation, Udyog ERP simplifies GST management, enabling you to focus on growing your business with confidence.

Export and Import Management Tool:

Udyog ERP stands out as India’s leading solution for managing export and import operations with precision and efficiency. Its Export and Import Management Tool is designed to handle the complexities of international trade, including documentation, customs compliance, and logistics tracking. The tool streamlines processes such as generating shipping bills, managing Letters of Credit (LCs), and tracking export incentives, ensuring compliance with Indian regulations like GST and SEZ rules. With real-time data access and automated workflows, Udyog ERP empowers businesses to minimize delays, reduce costs, and stay competitive in the global market.

Are you ready to streamline your operations, optimize resources, and propel your business toward success? Choosing udyog best erp software in india is the first step in unlocking your business’s true potential.

Contact our team today for a demo or consultation, and see firsthand how udyog best erp software in india can transform your operations. Whether you’re a small enterprise or a large corporation, udyog ERP is the solution that will take your business to new heights. Don’t wait — join the thousands of successful Indian businesses that trust udyog ERP as their go-to enterprise solution.

Streamline success with udyog ERP. Your business deserves it.

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AMD OLMo 1B Language Models Performance In Benchmarks

The First AMD 1B Language Models Are Introduced: AMD OLMo.

Introduction

Recent discussions have focused on the fast development of artificial intelligence technology, notably large language models (LLMs). From ChatGPT to GPT-4 and Llama, these language models have excelled in natural language processing, creation, interpretation, and reasoning. In keeping with AMD’s history of sharing code and models to foster community progress, we are thrilled to present AMD OLMo, the first set of completely open 1 billion parameter language models.

Why Build Your Own Language Models

You may better connect your LLM with particular use cases by incorporating domain-specific knowledge by pre-training and fine-tuning it. With this method, businesses may customize the model’s architecture and training procedure to fit their particular needs, striking a balance between scalability and specialization that may not be possible with off-the-shelf models. The ability to pre-train LLMs opens up hitherto unheard-of possibilities for innovation and product differentiation across sectors, especially as the need for personalized AI solutions keeps rising.

On a cluster of AMD Instinct MI250 GPUs, the AMD OLMo in-house trained series of language models (LMs) are 1 billion parameter LMs that were trained from scratch utilizing billions of tokens. In keeping with the objective of promoting accessible AI research, AMD has made the checkpoints for the first set of AMD OLMo models available and open-sourced all of its training information.

This project enables a broad community of academics, developers, and consumers to investigate, use, and train cutting-edge big language models. AMD wants to show off its ability to run large-scale multi-node LM training jobs with trillions of tokens and achieve better reasoning and instruction-following performance than other fully open LMs of a similar size by showcasing AMD Instinct GPUs’ capabilities in demanding AI workloads.

Furthermore, the community may use the AMD Ryzen AI Software to run such models on AMD Ryzen AI PCs with Neural Processing Units (NPUs), allowing for simpler local access without privacy issues, effective AI inference, and reduced power consumption.

Unveiling AMD OLMo Language Models

AMD OLMo is a set of 1 billion parameter language models that have been pre-trained on 16 nodes with four (4) AMD Instinct MI250 GPUs and 1.3 trillion tokens. It are making available three (3) checkpoints that correlate to the different training phases, along with comprehensive reproduction instructions:

AMD OLMo 1B: Pre-trained on 1.3 trillion tokens from a subset of Dolma v1.7.

Supervised fine-tuning (SFT) was performed on the Tulu V2 dataset in the first phase of AMD OLMo 1B, followed by the OpenHermes-2.5, WebInstructSub, and Code-Feedback datasets in the second phase.

AMD OLMo 1B SFT DPO: Using the UltraFeedback dataset and Direct Preference Optimization (DPO), this model is in line with human preferences.

With a few significant exceptions, AMD OLMo 1B is based on the model architecture and training configuration of the completely open source 1 billion version of OLMo. In order to improve performance in general reasoning, instruction-following, and chat capabilities, we pre-train using fewer than half of the tokens used for OLMo-1B (effectively halving the compute budget while maintaining comparable performance) and perform post-training, which consists of a two-phase SFT and DPO alignment (OLMo-1B does not carry out any post-training steps).

It generate a data mix of various and high-quality publically accessible instructional datasets for the two-phase SFT. All things considered, it training recipe contributes to the development of a number of models that outperform other comparable completely open-source models trained on publicly accessible data across a range of benchmarks.

AMD OLMo

Next-token prediction is used to train the AMD OLMo models, which are transformer language models that solely use decoders. Here is the model card, which includes the main model architecture and training hyperparameter information.

Data and Training Recipe

As seen in Figure 1, it trained the AMD OLMo series of models in three phases.

Stage 1: Pre-training

In order to educate the model to learn the language structure and acquire broad world knowledge via next-token prediction tasks, the pre-training phase included training on a large corpus of general-purpose text data. To selected 1.3 trillion tokens from the Dolma v1.7 dataset, which is openly accessible.

Stage 2: Supervised Fine-tuning (SFT)

In order to give its model the ability to follow instructions, to then improved the previously trained model using instructional datasets. There are two stages in this stage:

Stage 1: To start, it refine the model using the TuluV2 dataset, a high-quality instruction dataset of 0.66 billion tokens that is made publicly accessible.

Stage 2: To refine the model using a comparatively bigger instruction dataset, Open Hermes 2.5, in order to significantly enhance the instruction following capabilities. The Code-Feedback and WebInstructSub datasets are also used in this phase to enhance the model’s performance in the areas of coding, science, and mathematical problem solving. The total number of tokens in these databases is around 7 billion.

Throughout the two rounds, it carried out several fine-tuning tests with various dataset orderings and discovered that the above sequencing was most beneficial. To lay a solid foundation, the employ a relatively small but high-quality dataset in Stage 1. In Stage 2, it use a larger and more varied dataset combination to further enhance the model’s capabilities.

Stage 3: Alignment

Finally, it use the UltraFeedback dataset, a large-scale, fine-grained, and varied preference dataset, to further fine-tune it SFT model using Direct Preference Optimization (DPO). This improves model alignment and yields results that are in line with human tastes and values.

Results

It contrast AMD OLMo models with other completely open-source models of comparable scale that have made their training code, model weights, and data publicly available. TinyLLaMA-v1.1 (1.1B), MobiLLaMA-1B (1.2B), OLMo-1B-hf (1.2B), OLMo-1B-0724-hf (1.2B), and OpenELM-1_1B (1.1B) are the pre-trained baseline models that to utilized for comparison.

For general reasoning ability, compares pre-trained models to a variety of established benchmarks. To assess responsible AI benchmarks, multi-task comprehension, and common sense reasoning using Language Model Evaluation Harness. It assess GSM8k in an 8-shot setting, BBH in a 3-shot setting, and the other benchmarks in a zero-shot scenario out of the 11 total.

Using AMD OLMo 1B:

With less than half of its pre-training compute budget, the average overall general reasoning task score (48.77%) is better than all other baseline models and equivalent to the most recent OLMo-0724-hf model (49.3%).

Accuracy improvements on ARC-Easy (+6.36%), ARC-Challenge (+1.02%), and SciQ (+0.50%) benchmarks compared to the next best models.

To employed TinyLlama-1.1B-Chat-v1.0, MobiLlama-1B-Chat, and OpenELM-1_1B-Instruct, the instruction-tuned chat equivalents of the pre-trained baselines, to assess the chat capabilities. It utilized Alpaca Eval to assess instruction-following skills and MT-Bench to assess multi-turn conversation skills, in addition to Language Model Evaluation Harness to assess common sense reasoning, multi-task comprehension, and responsible AI benchmarks.

Regarding the comparison of previous instruction-tuned baselines with the adjusted and aligned models:

The model accuracy was improved by two phases SFT from the pre-trained checkpoint on average for almost all benchmarks, including MMLU by +5.09% and GSM8k by +15.32%.

Significantly better (+15.39%) than the next best baseline model (TinyLlama-1.1B-Chat-v1.0 at 2.81%) is AMD OLMo 1B SFT performance on GSM8k (18.2%).

SFT model’s average accuracy across standard benchmark is at least +2.65% better than baseline chat models. It is further enhanced by alignment (DPO) by +0.46%.

SFT model also outperforms the next-best model on the chat benchmarks AlpacaEval 2 (+2.29%) and MT-Bench (+0.97%).

How alignment training enables it AMD OLMo 1B SFT DPO model to function similarly to other conversation baselines on responsible AI assessment benchmarks.

Additionally, AMD Ryzen AI PCs with Neural Processing Units (NPUs) may also do inference using AMD OLMo models. AMD Ryzen AI Software makes it simple for developers to run Generative AI models locally. By maximizing energy efficiency, protecting data privacy, and allowing a variety of AI applications, local deployment of such models on edge devices offers a secure and sustainable solution.

Conclusion

With the help of an end-to-end training pipeline that runs on AMD Instinct GPUs and includes a pre-training stage with 1.3 trillion tokens (half the pre-training compute budget compared to OLMo-1B), a two-phase supervised fine-tuning stage, and a DPO-based human preference alignment stage, AMD OLMo models perform on responsible AI benchmarks on par with or better than other fully open models of a similar size in terms of general reasoning and chat capabilities.

Additionally, AMD Ryzen AI PCs with NPUs, which may assist allow a wide range of edge use cases, were equipped with the language model. The main goal of making the data, weights, training recipes, and code publicly available is to assist developers in reproducing and innovating further. AMD is still dedicated to delivering a constant flow of new AI models to the open-source community and looks forward to the advancements that will result from their joint efforts.

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