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Related stories: Governor's budget update means (slightly) bigger bucks for education | Slight realignment changes in Gov. Jerry Brown's new budget proposal
Gov. Jerry Brown's revised budget proposal would give the state's schools more money than was previously proposed, but downgraded financial projections mean the state's governor is also asking lawmakers to resist the temptation of living up to Sacramento's free-spending reputation.
Whereas the governor said voters' decision to raise taxes last year helped state government escape the deficits of the previous decade he also insisted this is not yet the time to pass major spending hikes.
"We've climbed out of the hole with a Prop. 30 tax. That's good, but this is not the time to break out the champagne," Brown said during his Tuesday morning news conference on the budget.
Southern California lawmakers on both sides of the aisle reacted to Brown's proposal with a measure of approval although there is considerable room for debate as the Legislature prepares for its part in shaping the budget. The governor's budget proposes significant changes to education and health care policies, and there are also some questions as to whether state revenues will be better than what the administration is predicting.
"We're certainly going to evaluate the entirety of the proposal and, as usual, make substantive changes," said Assemblyman Bob Blumenfield, D-Van Nuys.
Blumenfield is chairman of the Assembly Budget Committee. Among his chief questions are whether revenue projections from the state's nonpartisan legislative analyst, expected on Friday, will match those from the Governor's Office. That could have a major influence on whether lawmakers will press for funding requests that have been left out of Brown's proposals.
"All of us who lived through the painful cuts of the last years, we want to make sure we won't make financial expectations that can't be met over the long term," Blumenfield said.
On the Republican side, Sen. Bill Emmerson, vice-chair of the upper house's budget committee, was generally favorable to Brown's revised proposal. He emphasized, however, that he and other Republicans want the Legislature to allow voters to have their say next year on a ballot measure to establish a "rainy day fund" for Sacramento.
In the meantime, Emmerson, R-Redlands, anticipates considerable talk of new spending and tax proposals in the Legislature.
"There's a lot of pent-up spending anxieties going on here in town," he said.
The governor's revised budget proposal would allocate $1 billion more than was proposed in January to California schools to enact new "common core" standards. Brown's budget also calls almost a quarter-billion dollars more as part of his education-funding overhaul.
The added K-12 funding is made possible by a cash windfall of almost $4.6 billion that the state has enjoyed in the first 10 months of this fiscal year, mostly due to better-than-expected personal income tax revenue. Proposition 98, an education funding measure passed by voters in 1988, requires that a significant chunk of that money go to schools.
But the May revision also includes a downward shift in the short-term economic outlook because the federal government did not extend the partial payroll-tax "holiday" that was in place for 2011 and 2012. That means forecasted personal income growth in 2013 has been almost halved, from 4.3 percent to 2.2 percent. That fact, coupled with the federal budget sequester, calls for renewed fiscal caution in California, the budget proposal says.
So while the picture is a bit brighter for schools, Brown's proposed general-fund spending is now $96.4 billion for the budget year starting July 1 - that's $1.3 billion less than he proposed in January.
"For the first time in more than a decade we've got a balanced budget and it's solid," Brown said at Tuesday's news conference, adding: "We have money to invest in education because of Proposition 30," the sales tax and income-tax hike for the wealthy that voters approved in November.
"There are risks," Brown cautioned. "We have to be planning for the next 14 months, and the next 14 months have not yet happened. ... This is a prudent budget."
Brown's revised budget still includes his plan from January to revamp education funding, directing more money to low-income schools and giving districts more control over how to spend the state's money.
When fully implemented, it's projected that the new local-control funding formula will spend 80 cents of every dollar on base grants for every district; 16 cents in supplemental funding for every English learner, student from a low-income family, or foster child in a district; and four cents for those districts with a particularly high concentration of these students.
The schools funding proposal is sure to be among the most-heavily debated components of the state budget, but has the approval of outgoing Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.
"I applaud the proposed increase in education funding and strongly support his ongoing effort to provide school districts with local control in spending decisions," he said. "I have long said increased autonomy must go hand-in-hand with increased accountability, and I am pleased to see stronger accountability measures have been incorporated into his proposal."
Medi-Cal's costs are $467 million higher than anticipated in January, mostly due to the federal government and courts either rejecting or delaying approval of earlier legislative actions.
Yet Brown's proposal may lead to conflict between Sacramento and county governments. As the state implements the federal Affordable Care Act, its Medi-Cal expenses are also expected to rise. As that happens, the governor's budget proposal would shift funding from county-administered to state health programs.
The governor's proposal would immediately strip counties of $300 million in funding, plus another $900 million and $1.3 billion in the years after that.
The governor had claimed counties could spare the money since the state will take on some of their expenses while implementing the Affordable Care Act. Brown reasoned the $300 million - about $100 million of which would come from Los Angeles County alone - should instead go toward CalWORKS, the state welfare program, and CalFresh, formerly known as food stamps.
But Los Angeles County's Chief Executive Officer William Fujioka said he was "adamantly opposed" to this formula, which he described as "fundamentally flawed."
"What (the state) has done is they've overly inflated the new revenue we're going to get, and they've understated our costs," he said.
Fujioka pointed out the federal government will pay for 100 percent of the state's Medi-Cal expansion for three years, after which the rate would decrease but still remain above 90 percent.
The new budget plan proposes $48 million more in CalWORKs welfare-to-work funding for job training and subsidized job opportunities, and $72 million more for county probation departments that are grappling with their added workloads under the state's prison realignment plan.
But although plagued by downsized staffs, service reductions and darkened courtrooms because of bone-deep budget cuts over recent years, "the judiciary is getting the same amount of money they were given the year before," Brown said.
San Bernardino County Presiding Judge Marsha G. Slough responded that courts are reeling from budget cuts and need at least some measure of restoration.
Funding has not been level to the courts, Slough said Tuesday following Brown's announcement.
"We do not have fat to cut, we are cutting to the bone," she said. "I was hoping there would have been some slight adjustment in funding to the courts. Even slight adjustment would have helped."
Environmentalists expressed dismay that Brown's revised budget plan shifts half a billion dollars of the funds generated by new cap-and-trade fees as a one-year loan to the state Finance Department.
"This means the governor will be delaying opportunities to use those funds to actually get critical reductions in global warming pollution at the time when all science shows that we must reduce those emissions as much and as quickly as possible," Kathryn Phillips, director of the Sierra Club California, said in a statement.
Brown in January unveiled the first good-news state budget California has seen in years, which he said would boost investment in education, implement health care reform and maintain fiscal stability while projecting surpluses for years to come.
Assembly Democrats last week rolled out their "Blueprint for a Responsible Budget," calling for "fiscal responsibility, a stronger middle class and less government red tape." Their plan includes putting a rainy-day fund measure on the 2014 ballot, to replace one that Democrats accepted in 2010 but don't like.
Staff writers Josh Richman, Andrew Edwards, Lori Fowler, Steven Harmon, Rick Orlov and Christina Villacorte contributed to this report.


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Dave Cousins seminar, absolutely amazing!
Well, we had the pleasure of getting lessons from one of the best archers in the country. In fact two of them, but I'll get into that later.
Dave arrived at the shop on Friday. We chatted a while but the store was still open and I was helping customers. Two guys had pulled up right as Dave was walking. One guy says to the other, "Do you know who that is?!". It was very funny.
So I'm helping one customer and Dave jumps right in and helps one of the other customers. He really didn't have to do that but he jumped right in and helped. What more could a Hoyt customer ask for than to have his bow worked on by Dave Cousins.
On Saturday, he covered the ins-and-outs of the bows and why he sets them up the way he does. He showed us some high-speed video of equipment and it's reaction to the shot. He video taped each of us shooting to critique on Sunday. He covered quite a bit on each area, including tuning, arrows, rests, shooting form, etc.
He also started working on everyones bows. He re-setup each bow. We basically had Mathews and Hoyts all over the shop. Oh, and there was one Merlin shoot through. He proceeded to help everyone papertune their equipment.
On Sunday he had a surprise for the Mathews shooters. Dave and John Dudley are good friends. Dave called him to let him know he was in the area. John drove down on Sunday and help all the Mathews shooters with their equipment. Now we had the best Hoyt guy and the best Mathews guy in the shop at the same time.
Let's just say, I learned a TON from these two about the two bow brands. Incredible is all I can say here.
For those that don't know who John Dudley is; John works for Mathews and is an awesome shooter. He is also personally involved in the testing of new Mathews products. Getting setup advice from him on the Mathews bows was awesome.
Also on Sunday morning, we looked at each persons video and Dave explained things he liked and didn't like and what needed to be changed for each person. Some people needed more corrections than others.
Dave shorten draw lengths for some and increased them for others. Helped with anchor points, etc.
We then started working on shooting form. Dave had everyone standing about 5 yards from the targets and firing shots with their eyes closed. He evaluated each archer and at times changed things and helped each person with any troubles they were having.
Needless to say, it was a very busy weekend with long days and tons of information. I personally learned more in this class than all the others I have taken combined.
Having Dave here was a real treat. He is a great guy and we all really enjoyed having him here. Very easy to talk to and answered everything we threw at him.
I publicly want to thank Dave Cousins and John Dudley for their time and effort to help us mortals. These two guys put forth 150%. They went way beyond what was expected.
If you get a chance to get into a seminar with Dave or John Dudley for that matter, I highly recommend it.Chris Christenson - Admin
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kickin myself!
Man that sounds like it was just an awesome weekend! I am thoroughly kickin myself for not going... as the seminar got closer I started thinking about it more and saturday afternoon I was pretty sure I had messed up by not going. Well hindsight is 20/20. Guess if I ever get the chance to go to one I better go!!!
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That had to be neat, man. That Dave man himself. One of the best. Sounds like allot of info in a short amount of time. I bet your heads are spinning with all of that. I'll have to watch and see when he will be in my area and make plans to get schooled by him. Have you had any other coaching and how did they compare to Dave? Sounds like it was a fun time. Shoot'em straight fellows.
I have been to a couple of these "coaches". Dave's class was by far the best for me. I learned so much in the days he was here, it was amazing.
As far as the shooting, I'll let everyone know how it goes. He changed my form slightly. He added a bit of draw length which is pretty unusual for most of these classes.
I now need some time to shoot it some and see how all this new "stuff" works out.Chris Christenson - Admin
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Here are some pics from the class.Chris Christenson - Admin
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more picturesChris Christenson - Admin
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the motley crue
Here's the whole crew.
Note: Dave seated on the Hoyt bar stool and John Dudley of Mathews behind him in the light gray Mathews shirt.Chris Christenson - Admin
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Hey chris it looks like afun timewas had by all. If ever i get to that area of the country i have to stop in and see the shop.I cut things up and split them down!
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My office is in the (slow) process of moving from an MS Access database solution to MSSQL Server. Currently they're still ironing out some details on how the setup is going to be, so for now I'm still stuck using Access.
Recently we got a database sent to us that I have to build a web tool around. Since I thought we'd be using MSSQL by now, I asked for it in that format, so they sent me a backup (.bak) file of the database. I asked our server guys to convert it to Access, and when they did, the resulting database was missing the PK and auto-number attributes for the ID columns in each table, the latter of which is not all that easy to add afterwords.
Since this is something I've seen before (we had the exact same problem when converting one of our Access dbs to MSSQL), and will likely see again, I'd like to do something to prevent it.
Does anyone have a link to any sort of step-by-step process or tutorial on how to do these conversions the right way? I'd like to get a database I can use without running a bunch of scripts across it.
google for conversion tools, there are tons of them
So there's NO way to do this from within MSSQL? A conversion tool would have to get reviewed and approved (this is government, after all). The last piece of software took 6 months to finally NOT be approved because the approval people thought we already had someething that performed the same function (we didn't).
I just realized that I can try all the tools I want at home on my personal machine, then bring the new db in on a thumbdrive. Doh!
Why not test the conversion tool first by yourself.And if it has no flaws and work perfectly then do it yourself convert them.You don't need to tell anyone since you know it will take 6 months? lol
But if the implication is if they will caught you doing it and there is the possibility you will be remove in service, then don't do it.
Just IMHO.
In the end I just created new autonumber columns for each table, then wrote a ColdFusion script to associate the new ID numbers. It went easier than I thought.
Besides, all the conversion tools ended up costing money, and I think it would have been 2050 before that purchase got approved.
Microsoft has, or used to have, a free download upsizing wizard to convert from Access to MSSQL Server.
Indeed, but this time I had to go in the other direction.
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- This edit could use some cleanup. It's overly fanatic and contains POV. ~NOTASTAFF Daniel Friesen (DanTMan, Nadir Seen Fire) (talk) current discussion Feb 20, 2008 @ 06:03 (UTC)
What is wrong with the article...?
something is defenetly wrong with this article... could someone clean this up.
To whoever cleaned it up... thank you
My recent edits
I changed a couple of things to the page which I'll explain here.
- I changed every mention of Sarutobi being the Third Hokage's surname to it being his old name. The reason is two-fold. First, there is strong evidence of Sarutobi being the Third's given (and likely only) name and not his surname. Second, the Hokage title works the same as, for instance, the stage names of Kabuki actors. In other words, Hokage is not so much a title as it is an actual name all but replacing his old name. In fact, either the first or the second databook literally calls Sarutobi the Third's "old name".
- I changed the kanji for his nickname (猿) to the katakana サル. This is how his nickname is written in the manga. Also, it is only the Second Hokage that calls him Saru. The First Holage simply calls him Sarutobi.
- I removed the mention of Technique Neutralize (術消, Jutsu Shō), since it isn't named in either the manga, or the databooks, nor is it ever explained how it works. If anybody has a source that does give this information, please mention it.
--ShounenSuki 16:01, 11 August 2008 (UTC)
Uh huh. What about Konohamaru then? He calls himself a Genin of the Sarutobi Clan.
About the "replacing name" thing: not sure about that. People are still calling the Fifth "Tsunade" just as much as they are calling her "Godaime". I think Godaime and Hokage are both titles which are more formally used (Hokage used to address whoever the leader of the village happens to be at the time, while Godaime refers specifically to the Fifth), used in the same way as "President" or "Your Majesty" —This unsigned comment was made by 22.214.171.124 (talk • contribs) on 10:32, 2010 July 8 (UTC).
- First of all, why did you reply to a two-year-old discussion?
- Second of all, in Japanese, the difference between names and titles is far less distinct than in English. The Hokage title falls between a normal title (e.g. queen) and a regnal name (e.g. Elisabeth II). It is very much similar to the stage names taken on by kabuki actors (e.g. actor Natsuo Horikoshi took on the name Jūnidaime Ichikawa Danjūrō, or Ichikawa Danjūrō XII in English).
- Basically, the Hokage title replaces their old name in practically every aspect of life and it would be a faux pas to address them with their old name, unless you were familiar with them or of higher or equal social rank. Of course, in the beginning it would be difficult to switch, but years into the reign of a Hokage, it would be rare to find someone who still uses the old name, but wasn't intimately familiar with the Hokage. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs) 12:48, July 8, 2010 (UTC)
- a) Apologies...didn't notice the date
- ...in any case though, I had a point to make and this looked like the most relevant section at the time.
- b) About the names...it's kinda the same thing. After all, we don't usually call the Queen of England "Elisabeth II" unless we're distinguishing between different monarchs. We usually refer to her as "The Queen", or more properly "Her Majesty" (taking into account the fact that Japanese culture places more emphasis on respect than western culture). Ignore the President example, it was perhaps bad seeing as we change Presidents so often.
- c) We agree that Sarutobi was his Surname?
Third databook
I was able to find a scan of the Third Hokage's article in the third databook (thanks to whoever uploaded it). If you want to see it, go here. I'll add some of the details. --ShounenSuki 19:33, 5 September 2008 (UTC)
Wow, a lot of first names have been revealed since I last came to Narutopedia. ~Kakashi Namikaze (talk) 11:01, 11 October 2008 (UTC)
- I read Naruto Manga since the first chapter, and till now (Cap. 423) none was revelated about the first name of Sarutobi, so I don't believe that this is your real name (the same for Raiga who is considered a member of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist only in anime, but he don't appear in manga). --Brunoy Anastasiya Seryozhenko (Talk) 05:00, 2 November 2008 (UTC)
- You don't have to believe it. But it's right.--TheUltimate3 05:24, 2 November 2008 (UTC)
When and where was theird and second hokages first name revealed?Saimaroimaru 15:07, 13 October 2008 (UTC)
- Third databook. Jacce 15:08, 13 October 2008 (UTC)
When did we ever learn that his name was Hiruzen? I have never heard of this before. —This unsigned comment was made by Shikamaru1994 (talk • contribs) on 18:19, November 11, 2008.
- Please read the talkpage before you post. Both of the sections above the one you posted say where his name was released. ~NOTASTAFF Daniel Friesen (DanTMan, Nadir Seen Fire) (talk) current discussion Nov 12, 2008 @ 01:22 (UTC)
Earth natured or fire natured?
the third hokage hiruzen can use both earth and fire style jutsus. even though he can use two elements, which element is his chakra naturally lean to. i believe it is earth natured because he uses more earth style jutsus than fire ones.
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- We simply do not know. It was never stated. Also, at least in the manga, he uses both Fire Release and Earth Release once. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs) 21:38, 13 February 2009 (UTC)
Wasn't it stated that he knew all of the techniques in the village? Wouldn't this imply that he was capable of every nature? 18.104.22.168 (talk) 02:25, June 22, 2010 (UTC)
- "said to" ≠ fact. "knew" ≠ can perform. I know the Rasengan, but I can't use it in most everyday situations. ~SnapperTo 02:34, June 22, 2010 (UTC)
refer to him as sarutobi
seeing as he is always referred to as "sarutobi" shoudnt the article refer to kim as sarutobi, not "hiruzen"Hollow Flash (talk) 23:49, 19 July 2009 (UTC)
- We refer to Naruto with Naruto, don't we? Would be strange to suddenly refer to somebody else with their surname, although that's what the characters normally say. ~Hakinu (talk | contribs) 23:55, 19 July 2009 (UTC)
- We do refer to Might Guy as Guy though. ~NOTASTAFF Daniel Friesen (DanTMan, Nadir Seen Fire) (talk) Jul 20, 2009 @ 00:41 (UTC)
That is his stage name not his real name.Hey word on the streets is Vegerot rocks!Vegerot (talk) 23:18, 21 July 2009 (UTC)
If the databooks, artbooks, and almost all sources are correct, Might Guy is is real name. And by the titans don't use that "Hey word on the streets" thing again.--TheUltimate3 (talk) 23:22, 21 July 2009 (UTC)
in the bleach wiki they sometimes refer to characters by their surname as well as their given, in the Kisuke Urahara article they refer to him as "Urahara" as well as "Kisuke"Hollow Flash (talk) 13:46, 22 July 2009 (UTC)
Much less confusing if we keep to one name, though. ~Hakinu (talk | contribs) 13:55, 22 July 2009 (UTC)
- The third databook (which revealed the Third Hokage's given name) seems to prefer "Hiruzen," in parallel with practically all other characters' names. Might Guy and Rock Lee seem to be exceptions and it could very well be that Might and Rock are something like nicknames. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs) 00:04, 24 July 2009 (UTC)
just because the databook refers to him as hiruzen, the manga refers to him as sarutobi, the manga is a primary source —This unsigned comment was made by Lolkubo (talk • contribs) .
The.. databook is at least just as important as the manga. It contains much more, and much more accurate information than what the manga does. Also, sign your comments, please. ~Hakinu (talk | contribs) 23:39, 2 August 2009 (UTC)
sarutobi's label
there is no reference in this article to Sandaime being hailed as "the god of the shinobi". Orochimaru said that during their battle,in the manga- chapter 121 page 03.
you may be right
but in the naruto arena mission for the 3rd hokage it says god of shinobi and for the second and first hokage it says the resurection of the second i resrurection of the first these say the time when orochimaru revived the former kages with his jutsu Sartorias (talk) 18:05, 4 August 2009 (UTC)
Young Sarutobi Images.
Someone needs to post the images of Hiruzen from Naruto Shippuden 127 and 128, and having images soley from Part I is not always a good thing in my opinion. Showing an image of Young Hiruzen under the abilities section or anywhere swould be rather brilliant :)--Bartallen2 (talk) 11:33, September 25, 2009 (UTC)
- I'll get on it in a bit...--AlienGamer--Talk (contribs)-- 11:46, September 25, 2009 (UTC)
- Done..--AlienGamer--Talk (contribs)-- 14:07, September 25, 2009 (UTC)
original design
i have a picture of the original design of sarutobi... if you think it will be a good contribution to the wiki let me know --KiumaruHamachi (talk) 21:33, October 27, 2009 (UTC)KiumaruHamachi
Unnamed Collaboration Jutsu
Can somebody make a page about the collaboration attack in the begin of the battle with Orochimaru. Kakuzu has his Katon/Futon collaboration jutsu even if it was unnamed and without the exact techs named, so there is no reason not. So can someone please do it. I Don't know how really.--Nintendo-Fan (talk) 02:25, November 17, 2009 (UTC)Nintendo-Fan
more hype
In chapter 140 page 04, Kabuto sais that "it is said" that Hiruzen was the strongest of the 5 Kages although we cant conclude that it referce to the Kages from the last chapters (maybe only to onoki). —This unsigned comment was made by ENCOO ELMO (talk • contribs) .
Look at his stats. Not only is he the only Kage, but the only shinobi of all with stats to have 5/5 in Ninjutsu, Taijutsu and Genjutsu. He also has 5/5 intellegence and hand seals. The only reason he has 3/3 in Strength, Speed and Stamina is due to his age. Thus, in his prime, it is likely his stats would have been 40/40, making him the strongest shinobi of all those that are given stats (likely, Nagato, Madara, etc. would be stronger).
They'd be tied at best as 40/40 is the ninja peak stat level. No one can be stronger than that. Plus, the stats are 5 different tiers. People who have incredible strength are 5 tiers in strength. So Tsunade, Jirobo, Gai, Sakura are 5 tiers in strength, doesn't mean they have the same strength, they are just in the top tier in strength. See my example? Oh and the databook stats are stats without any extra influence. Another words without the influence of cursed seal, kekkei genkei or jinchuriki powers. So Hiruzen is most definitely One of the top shinobi period in his old age, In his prime he would of been the best, right there with the Rikudo Sennin. As he was stronger than Hashirama and Tobirama by his own admission, and since Hashirama defeated Madara in his prime. Using your brain you would find Prime Hiruzen is right there with Rikudo Sennin before he became the Juubi's host. ItachiWasAHero (talk) 09:47, September 27, 2011 (UTC)
Young Sarutobi
Someone needs to post an image of Young Sarutobi from the latest Chapter.--Bartallen2 (talk) 16:41, February 5, 2010 (UTC)
How old do you think he is? probably like 60 or something close to that.
- Sign ur signature. And it says it in his Inofbox:
- Age:
- 68 - 69 (Deceased) --KiumaruHamachi (talk) 16:09, May 20, 2010 (UTC)KiumaruHamachi
Family Section
Why isn't Konohamaru Sarutobi listed in the family section of his info box?Umishiru (talk) 05:44, July 1, 2010 (UTC)
Fixed.Umishiru (talk) 06:02, July 1, 2010 (UTC)
Is anyone else uncomfortable with Danzo's flashback in Ch 481? People always refer to the Fourth as a young Hokage, and suddenly we're told Sarutobi becomes Hokage when he's still in his nappies (or at least waaaay before Team Sarutobi is formed). Perhaps that scene has a fairly anticlimatic end... i.e. the kids all escape, The Second beats everyone and they all live happily ever after...or at least for a few more years. —This unsigned comment was made by 18.104.22.168 (talk • contribs) on 10:39, 2010 July 8 (UTC).
- The people who call the Fourth a young Hokage lived in an era where the Third Hokage was already very old. The Third may have been younger than the Fourth when they first became Hokage, but that is simply no longer how the people view the Third. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs) 12:37, July 8, 2010 (UTC)
If its mentioned he shares a nickname with the Sage of Six Paths, then shouldn't the fact that both use a staff be mentioned as well?
Is it ever actually said that Hiruzen retired when Minato took office? Recent chapters indicate Hiruzen still had some amount of official responsibilities during Minato's reign. ~SnapperTo 03:48, July 16, 2010 (UTC)
- Yes, actually, the first databook mentions it. Although, given the nature of the Hokage title, perhaps abdicated is a better word. Many abdicated monarchs are still somewhat involved with the job, helping their new successor get the hang of things and such. Especially when the new monarch has other things to worry about, like a pregnant wife about to give birth. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs | translations) 11:18, July 16, 2010 (UTC)
- That's what I was thinking, but it seemed odd that he had his own personal ANBU too. ~SnapperTo 17:33, July 16, 2010 (UTC)
- That might be because they were still in a transition period. Those ANBU have spent most of their lives working under the Third. the Third knows what missions are going on and which ANBU are good at what. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs | translations) 17:41, July 16, 2010 (UTC)
- That's what I was thinking, but it seemed odd that he had his own personal ANBU too. ~SnapperTo 17:33, July 16, 2010 (UTC)
Became Hokage
Does anybody know at what age he became hokage?
Could we add an information that he's youngest person ever elected as the hokage at his trivia?
- It has never been stated directly, but the various hints and clues point at him having been in his mid-teens to mid-twenties, with his teens being more likely.
- Unfortunately, without knowing the exact ages of him and the other Hokage, we cannot say he was the youngest with certainty. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs | translations) 17:32, July 20, 2010 (UTC)
- Namikaze Minato was the youngest hokageGiotis (talk) 18:46, September 1, 2010 (UTC)
- Thank you for your well-phrased input, based in solid, indisputable facts. It has been utterly invaluable to this disc—
- Oh wait, it was a random shout with no argument or facts to support it at all... Sorry 'bout that, thought you were helpful for a sec there. —ShounenSuki (talk | contribs | translations) 21:54, September 1, 2010 (UTC)
- Namikaze Minato was the youngest hokageGiotis (talk) 18:46, September 1, 2010 (UTC)
- I'm saying your input was useless and disruptive. —ShounenSuki (talk | contribs | translations) 13:30, September 2, 2010 (UTC)
Judging from all the manga images that show young teens and all the given height listings, comparing him when he was appointed Kage to all the other young teens. He looks like he may have been 14 maybe 15, 16 at the most from his physical looks. Was he hinted to be the youngest Kage or the youngest Hokage? ItachiWasAHero (talk) 09:36, September 27, 2011 (UTC)
Facing Nine-Tailed Fox Menacing Ball
[here] does it look like they faced the menacing ball (and surivived) while Minato was gone, or just when Minato zapped the last away and now? Finally, [here], does he look to concerned? As in he could deal with it but it will be exhausting? I ask since if the answers are yes and no respectfully, this means he could deal with this attack (and how many can say that?). Thomas Finlayson (talk) 17:19, July 22, 2010 (UTC)
- It does suggest that the Nine-Tails used more than just the shown two chakra blasts, which really isn't surprising in the slightest, as that is his main method of attack.
- Also, if the Third thought he or the shinobi with him couldn't handle that attack, he would have ordered everyone to leave the second he saw the Nine-Tails forming it. However, he was obviously getting exhausted, since he slumped down just as he saw the blast being formed.
- In other words, he wasn't in a good state, but he could at least avoid it at such a close range, if not somehow handle it. --ShounenSuki (talk | contribs | translations) 17:29, July 22, 2010 (UTC)
Lava Release
It is quite evident that Hiruzen is capable of using Lava Release as shown in the battle against Orochimaru when he spit mudballs infused with fire to increase the damage of the jutsu... Do you think Lava Release should be added to Hiruzen's kekkai genkai?—This unsigned comment was made by 188.8.131.52 (talk • contribs) .
- All he did was catch the mud of fire, he didn't mix earth and fire chakra.--Deva 27 (talk) 21:39, August 21, 2010 (UTC)
He did not use Lava Release, he merely used a combination of Fire Release and Earth Release. Granted it may seem one in the same, but it isn't. On top of that, wasn't it anime only?--Kagimizu-Seeya 'round 21:40, August 21, 2010 (UTC)
I can't remember where it is now, but someone linked a Interesting facts thread which supposedly came from the databook. onw of the facts said that sarutobi was said to have a counter for every tech in the village, including MS and EMS abilities, like Tsukuyomi. Does anyone know more about this? —This unsigned comment was made by 22.214.171.124 (talk • contribs) .
- It's not true. The Third Hokage was said to be able to use all the techniques in Konoha. It was never said he had a counter to everything. —ShounenSuki (talk | contribs | translations) 10:08, March 3, 2011 (UTC)
i just looked it up on some sites and i found it on saiyenisland,can someone chack the second fanbook plz,it must be written in there —This unsigned comment was made by The tyrant kuma (talk • contribs) .
- Do you believe everything you read online? ~ Fmakck© → Talk → Contributions ~ 17:14, March 20, 2011 (UTC)
ShounenSuki-senpai has translated the second databook, correct? So wherever you're reading this from, it must be wrong.--NinjaSheik 17:17, March 20, 2011 (UTC)
@famkck no,that is why i'm asking it.. and saiyenisland is mostly trustyworthy --The tyrant kuma (talk) 20:59, March 20, 2011 (UTC)
- And I would like this site to also be trustworthy, and not add things without a proper source. A random comment on saiyenisland saying Hiruzen could counter all of Konoha's jutsu does not count as a source. ~ Fmakck© → Talk → Contributions ~ 21:47, March 20, 2011 (UTC)
shinobi no kami sandaime hokage
I don't know where you guys find up the fact that he was named shinobi kami like sage of six paths.I was watching viz media version on jetix four years ago and nobody said it that hirunzen had nick name shinobi kami. Now maybe you know something I don't, and OK maybe I mist it about the nick name but you people compare man who had crated and revoluzionated ninjutsu the sage with hirunzen who only learned jutsu. Comparing hirunzen and sage is like comparing the creator of letters and the writter of some famous book because if creator of the letter wasn't alive the guy who wrote books could not write because there was nobody to create letters, so hirunzen wouldn't be anything wuthout the sage...YamatoTakeru (talk) 22:16, April 1, 2011 (UTC)
- Databooks. Third one, if I'm not mistaken. Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 03:48, April 2, 2011 (UTC)
Ok but still sage is more god like figure than hirunzen220.127.116.11 (talk) 08:13, April 2, 2011 (UTC)
Not a forum.Umishiru (talk) 08:16, April 2, 2011 (UTC)
Well other are also acting as if this is a forum...Naruto is not quantum physic it is a manga...220.127.116.11 (talk) 15:20, April 2, 2011 (UTC)
- No sir, this is nuclear science/cryogenics lab what is a "manga"? --Cerez™☺ 15:41, April 2, 2011 (UTC)
You're a funny guy, as you say, but if nuclera scienc go any further man on this site will use after that sticks...YamatoTakeru (talk) 21:22, April 15, 2011 (UTC)
Image in his appearance
Do we really need to put that image in his appearance? --_-_-=NejiLoverr26 (Talk-Contribs.-Links) 13:43, May 16, 2011 (UTC)
- Is there a reason we shouldn't?--Cerez365™ 14:06, May 16, 2011 (UTC)
- Yeah, Hiruzen always wear that, except in combat. --_-_-=NejiLoverr26 (Talk-Contribs.-Links) 14:23, May 16, 2011 (UTC)
- I don't understand. If he always wears it except for in combat, how does that make it a non-necessity?--Cerez365™ 14:51, May 16, 2011 (UTC)
- If I'm not mistaken, we put image in his appearance if the character shows another outfit, for example, Temari. --_-_-=NejiLoverr26 (Talk-Contribs.-Links) 03:56, May 17, 2011 (UTC)
- No. It was only agreed that we use full body images go in the appearance section like in Kurenai's article for example. Except for some special cases like the time-skip with the "Konoha 11".--Cerez365™ 04:03, May 17, 2011 (UTC)
- Oh.. okay, I got it. --_-_-=NejiLoverr26 (Talk-Contribs.-Links) 04:18, May 17, 2011 (UTC)
- No. It was only agreed that we use full body images go in the appearance section like in Kurenai's article for example. Except for some special cases like the time-skip with the "Konoha 11".--Cerez365™ 04:03, May 17, 2011 (UTC)
- If I'm not mistaken, we put image in his appearance if the character shows another outfit, for example, Temari. --_-_-=NejiLoverr26 (Talk-Contribs.-Links) 03:56, May 17, 2011 (UTC)
- I don't understand. If he always wears it except for in combat, how does that make it a non-necessity?--Cerez365™ 14:51, May 16, 2011 (UTC)
- Yeah, Hiruzen always wear that, except in combat. --_-_-=NejiLoverr26 (Talk-Contribs.-Links) 14:23, May 16, 2011 (UTC)
When he became Hokage
Should it be mentioned that he became Hokage before he had turned 20.--TricksterKing (talk) 22:07, February 28, 2012 (UTC)
Actually I'm confused about the date myself ... in both early anime and manga, he looked like 10 when he was told that from tomorrow on he is the Hokage but later it happened when he was like 15-16+ when 2nd Hokage was about to die and told Hiruzen he is the Hokage now --Elveonora (talk) 22:45, February 28, 2012 (UTC)
I haven't seen the earlier time, but it's confirmed that he was hokage before he turned 23-24, going off that and those flashbacks, it's not speculation that he was hokage before turning 20, I'd probably go with the more recent flashback as being canon now, just because Danzo was in the flashback.--TricksterKing (talk) 23:14, February 28, 2012 (UTC)
In the early anime and manga he was being groomed to become a Hokage since apparently they took special interest/notice in him he was never said to be Hokage there. Also where was his age of taking up office confirmed at any point O.o His age is a range and all we would know is his age during the Nine-Tails' attack on Konoha and an assumption of how old he would be going back from there.--Cerez365™ 03:37, February 29, 2012 (UTC)
It's said on the Sannin page that they were six at that point and Hiruzen was already the Hokage, so there's confirmation of when he was definitely the hokage which is about 23-24.--TricksterKing (talk) 05:16, February 29, 2012 (UTC)
Strongest Hokage ?
What happened with that with the current revelation of Hashirama being the strongest shinobi in history right after Sage ? --Elveonora (talk) 02:36, March 1, 2012 (UTC)
It was never said that Hashirama was the strongest shinobi after the Sage. Not once. What was said was that his strength was held as mythical as the Sage's existence was. Hiruzen being the strongest Hokage has been stated in like every databook. Skitts (talk) 03:34, March 1, 2012 (UTC)
It was said that no shinobi comparable to his strength are around these days and was said to be stronger than Madara himself thus I don't see how could Hiruzen be the best back in the day. His power was said to be a mythos as people take it as fairy tales these days just like the Sage.--Elveonora (talk) 03:47, March 1, 2012 (UTC)
- hiruzen fight the fist and the second alone in a weaken state from the old age beating the two kage using the death seal on three people plus the shadow clone plus earth and fire high level tecnique. so i think is stronger that the first in his prime, but not stronger that madara powered up by orocimaru.--Nitram86 (talk) 09:34, March 1, 2012 (UTC)
They were brainwashed puppets of Orochimaru and were not fighting their best obviously. --Elveonora (talk) 14:34, March 1, 2012 (UTC)
Hiruzen is the strongest Hokage. This has been stated as fact in every databook. Hashirama's strength has simply been expanded on;this doesn't negate those statements. Kabuto said that no currently living shinobi was on Hashirama's level, which implies that there once were some on his level, with Hiruzen being known to be above him. Hashirama's strength was referred to as being as mythical as the existence of the Sage of the Six Paths was. However, Hiruzen was thought of as a God in his prime. Obviously godlike trumps mythical. Skitts (talk) 08:55, March 6, 2012 (UTC)
- Though I agree with Skitts. Just because recent events have come to light doesn't mean everything that was said about the other Hokage were untrue. I will however correct that "mythical" and "godlike" are somewhat the same in terms of how Kishimoto wants it to sound. Not that I believe any of this should concern the wikia too much.--Cerez365™ 10:00, March 6, 2012 (UTC)
Infobox Image
I was perusing an episode and I saw an image of Hiruzen that could possibly replace the one in his infobox. He has his hat on and everything, so you can't really see his hair and there's a slight shadow over his face as a result, but I think the image in his appearance section deals with that issue. Here's a sample of the image - it's more centric and there's no poncho making him look like Condor or that annoying bead of sweat e_e What say ye? --Cerez365™(talk) 01:05, April 16, 2012 (UTC)
- I opt for that image. It shows him wearing the Kage Kasa.--KiumaruHamachi (talk) 01:12, April 16, 2012 (UTC)KiumaruHamachi
I see no problem with the current image, I find it better--Elveonora (talk) 01:22, April 16, 2012 (UTC)
- I think it's better to be add in the Hokage's article. —IndxcvNovelist (Talk to Me) 01:44, April 16, 2012 (UTC)
Yes, the current Hiruzen's picture shows whole of his face and head--Elveonora (talk) 01:53, April 16, 2012 (UTC)
- Ah but his head never left. Also, this.--Cerez365™(talk)
- But that is in his article already! —IndxcvNovelist (Talk to Me) 02:33, April 16, 2012 (UTC)
Bump.--Cerez365™(talk) 13:55, April 19, 2012 (UTC)
- I think a picture of him with the full Kage garb would be appropriate. I also think a picture of him smiling would be the best thing ever, so personally a picture like the one first mentioned here would be awesome.--TheUltimate3 ~Keeper of Lore~ 14:30, April 19, 2012 (UTC)
Bump again? --Cerez365™(talk) 17:35, April 21, 2012 (UTC)
- I prefer it too.--Kind-Hearted-One (talk) 11:09, April 23, 2012 (UTC)
I added wind style (which according to asuma he did have) but I can't link it to the necessary page. Suggestions? (Evilpuppy (talk) 04:01, March 15, 2013 (UTC))
In what instance has He been stated to use Wind Release?--Yomiko-chan (talk) 04:05, March 15, 2013 (UTC)
During the shinobi guardian 12 arc Asuma told Naruto that his father, the third had wind style. Naruto said that this made him feel closer to the old man. (Evilpuppy (talk) 04:14, March 15, 2013 (UTC))
- Please give me the episode number. I'm pretty sure Naruto was simply saying that He felt close to the 3rd because His son had it too.--Yomiko-chan (talk) 04:20, March 15, 2013 (UTC)
- I don't know the episode number but I'll see if I can find it. I've been meaning to rewatch that arc anyway but this may take a few days. (Evilpuppy (talk) 03:19, March 16, 2013 (UTC))
- Take your time.--Yomiko-chan (talk) 03:54, March 16, 2013 (UTC)
- As for the link, put it in this form:
- Wind Release~anime
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Ep 131- NBA Free Agency Explained
We catch up listeners on all the NBA summer moves and theorize if there's any method to the madness. Will LeBron and Nike sabotage the Big Baller Brand? Did the Raptors trade DeMarre Carroll to the Nets to stick it to the Celtics? And why'd Adam Silver move the trade deadline to before the All-Star game? We give answers. Maybe not the right answers, but answers nonetheless. Play NBA Price is Right with us, featuring new contracts for James Harden and Tim Hardaway Jr. Last, we unveil our first ever installment of "WHAT TEAM is that guy on?"
Ep 130- Inside Lonzo's Nuthouse
Brendan Wells joins us to talk summer league, Lavar Ball conspiracies and Lou Williams' linguistic prowess. Matt test-drives a career in ticket scalping while Bob attempts to eavesdrop on Rob Pelinka. We discuss LA's biggest disappointments BESIDES Lonzo Ball's first game. Brendan attempts to teach Kyrie Irving physics using only a Big Mac and guile. Experience the NBA nerd's version of Comic-Con inside summer league, a.k.a., Lonzo's Nuthouse.
Ep 128- Justin Halpern Talks NBA and His Least Likeable Warriors
Comedy writer and NBA fan Justin Halpern talks Lonzo Ball, the future of the Clippers, and the history of his NBA podcast, Short Corner, with Paul Shirley. He's the New York Times Best-Selling author of Sh*t My Dad Says and I Suck at Girls. Enjoy his funny perspective on all things NBA, like which Warriors he dislikes the most and why he hopes Carmelo Anthony never joins the Clippers. Follow him @justin_halpern for half basketball observations and half jokes about jerking off.
Ep 127- SPECULATORS! A Trade Rumor Tribute to Warren G
Speculations on trades and draft picks get even more attention than the highest rated finals since Jordan. In this day and age there's no end. No clear line between truth and clickbait. The message? You want to get ahead in this game you got to aim for the craziest of headlines. The Can't Miss! It doesn't matter how you get there. What about us? An NBA internet radio show? You're damn right we're… SPECULATORS!
Ep 126- Super Hoopers Crossover Show!
Brickhouse joins forces with the Super Hoopers to form a NBA Comedy Death Lineup. We tackle hot button issues like Ice Cube's Big 3 League's "VIP Experiences," agents relationships with draft prospects, and how it may be time for the Warriors to panic. The Hoopers teach us their very fun NBA Twitter game "Get@me Dawg." We discuss the NBA headlines of the week, and share our shout-outs and beefs. Subscribe to the Super Hoopers on iTunes unless, of course, you hate fun. Find them on twitter @TheSuperHoopers, @TweetofMattHill, and @JHillNahMean
Ep 125- Westbrook the Llama Farmer, and More Roles on a NBA Commune
Kyrie Irving inspired us to build a NBA "intentional community" and give everyone their role. Visit BrickhouseLand! Dirk is the sage and Kelly Olynyk the scarecrow. AND we reveal HUGE news about the Wilt Chamberlain's secret professional career before college. We give team by team corporate sponsor suggestions for next season's advertisement patches. Plus, Pop vs Zaza and Skip Bayless combusts with joy the day after LeBron scores twelve. Follow us on Twitter @brickhousepod
Ep 124- Coach Jason Burton and NBA Spinoff Shows
Jason Burton, Texas A&M Commerce Women's Basketball head coach, talks recruiting, the Final Four, the best NBA coaches and LeBron James. Burton plays TV exec for NBA spinoff show pitches by Matt and Bob. Plus, Phil Jackson, Lavar Ball and a deep dive into Salt Lake City nightlife.
Ep 123- How to Rig the NBA Draft
Any NBA conspiracy nut worth his mettle can tell you how the draft is rigged and why "THEY" choose to gift the #1 pick to THAT particular franchise each year. In "The Tankoffs" we break down possible theories why the NBA would rig the draft for EVERY lottery team. Plus, EXCLUSIVE! and disturbing recordings from inside the offices of Pat Riley, Stan Kroenke and Rob Hennigan. Test your knowledge of teams and players in this year's playoffs in our segment: Pop Quiz, Hot Shot! We Brickhouse because we care.
Ep 122- Clippers Losing NBA Hunger Games
Unconventional analysis of the first round of the playoffs on Brickhouse this week: James Harden is Dave Grohl and the Rockets are his Foo Fighters, LeBron James pulled an "O'Doyle Rules" on the Pacers, and how the Spurs-Grizzles series is like your local election. Plus, Steve Ballmer reveals his secret retirement project and a PLAYOFF-level Diss of the Week.
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WATCH: Lorde performs 'Team' on 'Late Show with David Letterman'
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Lorde was on "Late Show with David Letterman" on Thursday, and sang her hit "Team."
Earlier in the day, Lorde was spotted at Shake Shack with Taylor Swift.
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It goes without saying that not everyone looking for a new home is looking to purchase a single family home.
Primary among such buyers are empty nesters and young professionals. The former demographic is usually looking to downsize to a home in the community they've lived in for years, while maintaining the style they were used to in their single family home.
Meanwhile, young professionals, or professional couples, are looking for a functional, stylish home that can serve as a base from which they can come and go as they please. Both age groups also have three other considerations when it comes to choosing a condominium: zero maintenance to perform, a turn-key lifestyle and the (comforting) prospect of making a haggle-free purchase (i.e., no bidding wars).
"Response to the project has been so strong that we're going ahead with phase three ahead of schedule – we only have four suites left in phase two," said Laura Ross, who along with sister Marnie represents The Oxbow on the Seine under the banner of Century 21 Bachman & Associates. "About 60 per cent of buyers have been empty-nesters, while the rest has largely been young professionals. They really like the variety and efficiency of the plans we offer."
Oxbow phase three (another five-storey building with two elevators) will have 10 floor plans, from the entry-level, 796 sq. ft. Bullrush to the expansive Headwater, which will measure in at 1,423 sq. ft. with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a den. Plans featuring one bedroom, one bath and a den, two bedrooms and two baths — even a one-bedroom (Vortex) with two baths and a den — will slot in between the smallest and largest plans to provide the highest possible level of utility, style and peace.
"In all, there will be 84 suites," she said. "Just like the other (five-storey) buildings, the building will be built on piles. Walls will be ICF (insulated concrete forms) with R40 walls, while floors will be eight-inch hollow core with two-inch concrete topping for optimum sound proofing. Ceilings will be nine feet high — except in the penthouse, which will have a 10-foot ceiling — and layouts will be open concept. Flow from space will be excellent, and all kinds of light will enter the suite through large, tri-pane argon-filled windows."
Although hydro isn't included in the condominium fees, the monthly bill doesn't figure to be very high.
"When you combine the ICF walls with the tri-pane windows — and a high-efficient electric furnace, hydro bills are going to be low due to each suite's energy efficient design," said Ross.
"The suites, right from the smallest to largest, are going to be extremely comfortable to live in. The Oxbow uses less energy than traditional buildings due to its remarkable thermal-storage capacity. That means your unit will be warmer in winter and cooler in summer."
There will also be plenty of creature comforts as well. Best of all, the finishing materials that will contribute to each suite's high aesthetic appeal will come standard.
"With The Oxbow, there's no such thing as upgraded finishes — there will be engineered hardwood floors in the main living area, while bathrooms and storage/utility rooms will have 18-inch vinyl tile and bedrooms will be carpeted," she said.
"Kitchen cabinets will be maple with designer-selected colour choices, while countertops will be either CaesarStone or granite; there will also be a glass-tile backsplash. Stainless-steel appliances will add even more style to kitchens, while little things such as a microwave vented to the outside, a breakfast nook and two pot drawers will add utility."
Meanwhile, living space will be extended during spring, summer and fall by terraces and balconies that have one thing in common, added Ross.
"Both are very generous in their size, to say the least," she said. "Main-floor suites will have terraces that are the width of the suite and 16 feet deep, while balconies will be oversized, covered and will be outfitted with a light and electrical outlets. They'll be ideal spots to relax with a cold drink at the end of a long day, or to throw some steaks on the barbecue and entertain family or friends."
A pair of intangible features also make The Oxbow an attractive spot to hang your hat — one inside and the other outside.
"All suites other than entry-level one bedrooms — which come with covered parking and no storage locker to keep them affordable — will have interior heated parking, bike storage in the parkade and a storage locker on the same level as the suite," Ross said. "Head outdoors and you're next to a natural setting that features the Seine River and all kinds of trails ideal for walking, jogging and biking. People love the natural setting, and they also appreciate having bus service right out their door."
With its natural setting, broad selection of floor plans, high finishing quality, reasonable prices — and turn-key lifestyle — The Oxbow on the Seine Condominiums are a viable new home option for empty-nesters, young professionals and everyone in between.


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Python Programming Language courses
|Introduction to Programming
|35 hours
|The purpose of the training is to provide a basis for programming from the ground up to the general syntax of programming paradigms. The training is supported by examples based on programming languages such as C, Java, Python, Scala, C #, Closure and JavaScript. During the training, participants gain a general understanding of both the programming patterns, best practices, commonly used design and review of the implementation of these topics through various platforms. Each of the issues discussed during the course are illustrated with examples of both the most basic and more advanced and based on real problems. Introduction What is programming and why should devote his attention History of programming Opportunity to automate tasks using the software The role of the programmer and the computer in the enterprise Programming today the development of the current market trends Declarative and imperative programming. How or What? Turing machine Consolidation, compilation and interpretation "on the fly". Reminder issues of logic and Boolean algebra predicates logical sentences tautologies Boolean algebra The first program structurally functionally object And how else? Simple types Representation of strings Integers Floating-point numbers Boolean Type Null A blank or Uninitialized Strong and weak typing Data structures Concepts FIFO and FILO Stacks Queues Declaring arrays and lists Indexing Maps Records Trees Operators Assignment Operators. Arithmetic operators. comparison Operators And a comparison of the values in different languages Bitwise Concatenation Increment and decrement operators The most common errors Controlling the program The if, if else instructions Goto instructions, discuss the problems of application. The switch The for loop, for-in The while loop, do-while foreach loop Stopping loop Creating a reusable code Functional Programming Object-Oriented Programming Functional programming paradigms What is the function of Function and procedure Fundamentals of lambda calculus Function Arguments Returning values Functions as arguments Anonymous functions Closures Recursion The paradigms of object-oriented programming Representation of entities from the real world entities in philosophy, ontology Deciding what you want to object, or other types of Declaration of classes Creating instances of classes Fields, a state of the object Methods, as the behavior of an object abstraction Encapsulation Inheritance polymorphism Association and aggregation Delegation and separation of relationships between objects Modules, packages and libraries Sharing API The modeling of the system as classes and objects Describing and programming relationships between classes Program from a business perspective Good programming practice Pitfalls and common errors High-level code in the interpretation of low-level Code optimization KISS principle DRY principle Principle Worse is Better Separation abstraction of implementation Methods of error detection logic programs Conventions godowania Commenting the code Software Metrics Overview of these technologies and languages The area of application of these languages The main features of language Prospects for development The future direction of development: algorithmic, optimization of code, implementing patterns, design patterns, architectural patterns, analytical standards Reduction of the control structure - the use of artificial intelligence and automated decision-making Which platform to choose? Individual consultations
|Machine Learning Fundamentals with Python
|14 hours
|The aim of this course is to provide a basic proficiency in applying Machine Learning methods in practice. Through the use of the Python programming language and its various libraries, and based on a multitude of practical examples this course teaches how to use the most important building blocks of Machine Learning, how to make data modeling decisions, interpret the outputs of the algorithms and validate the results. Our goal is to give you the skills to understand and use the most fundamental tools from the Machine Learning toolbox confidently and avoid the common pitfalls of Data Sciences applications. Introduction to Applied Machine Learning Statistical learning vs. Machine learning Iteration and evaluation Bias-Variance trade-off Machine Learning with Python Choice of libraries Add-on tools Regression Linear regression Generalizations and Nonlinearity Exercises Classification Bayesian refresher Naive Bayes Logistic regression K-Nearest neighbors Exercises Cross-validation and Resampling Cross-validation approaches Bootstrap Exercises Unsupervised Learning K-means clustering Examples Challenges of unsupervised learning and beyond K-means
|Natural Language Processing with Python
|28 hours
|This course introduces linguists or programmers to NLP in Python. During this course we will mostly use nltk.org (Natural Language Tool Kit), but also we will use other libraries relevant and useful for NLP. At the moment we can conduct this course in Python 2.x or Python 3.x. Examples are in English or Mandarin (普通话). Other languages can be also made available if agreed before booking.Overview of Python packages related to NLP Introduction to NLP (examples in Python of course) Simple Text Manipulation Searching Text Counting Words Splitting Texts into Words Lexical dispersion Processing complex structures Representing text in Lists Indexing Lists Collocations Bigrams Frequency Distributions Conditionals with Words Comparing Words (startswith, endswith, islower, isalpha, etc...) Natural Language Understanding Word Sense Disambiguation Pronoun Resolution Machine translations (statistical, rule based, literal, etc...) Exercises NLP in Python in examples Accessing Text Corpora and Lexical Resources Common sources for corpora Conditional Frequency Distributions Counting Words by Genre Creating own corpus Pronouncing Dictionary Shoebox and Toolbox Lexicons Senses and Synonyms Hierarchies Lexical Relations: Meronyms, Holonyms Semantic Similarity Processing Raw Text Priting struncating extracting parts of string accessing individual charaters searching, replacing, spliting, joining, indexing, etc... using regular expressions detecting word patterns stemming tokenization normalization of text Word Segmentation (especially in Chinese) Categorizing and Tagging Words Tagged Corpora Tagged Tokens Part-of-Speech Tagset Python Dictionaries Words to Propertieis mapping Automatic Tagging Determining the Category of a Word (Morphological, Syntactic, Semantic) Text Classification (Machine Learning) Supervised Classification Sentence Segmentation Cross Validation Decision Trees Extracting Information from Text Chunking Chinking Tags vs Trees Analyzing Sentence Structure Context Free Grammar Parsers Building Feature Based Grammars Grammatical Features Processing Feature Structures Analyzing the Meaning of Sentences Semantics and Logic Propositional Logic First-Order Logic Discourse Semantics Managing Linguistic Data Data Formats (Lexicon vs Text) Metadata
|Machine Learning Fundamentals with Scala and Apache Spark
|14 hours
|The aim of this course is to provide a basic proficiency in applying Machine Learning methods in practice. Through the use of the Scala programming language and its various libraries, and based on a multitude of practical examples this course teaches how to use the most important building blocks of Machine Learning, how to make data modeling decisions, interpret the outputs of the algorithms and validate the results. Our goal is to give you the skills to understand and use the most fundamental tools from the Machine Learning toolbox confidently and avoid the common pitfalls of Data Sciences applications. Introduction to Applied Machine Learning Statistical learning vs. Machine learning Iteration and evaluation Bias-Variance trade-off Machine Learning with Python Choice of libraries Add-on tools Regression Linear regression Generalizations and Nonlinearity Exercises Classification Bayesian refresher Naive Bayes Logistic regression K-Nearest neighbors Exercises Cross-validation and Resampling Cross-validation approaches Bootstrap Exercises Unsupervised Learning K-means clustering Examples Challenges of unsupervised learning and beyond K-means
|A practical introduction to Data Analysis and Big Data
|28 hours
|Participants who complete this training will gain a practical, real-world understanding of Big Data and its related technologies, methodologies and tools. Participants will have the opportunity to put this knowledge into practice through hands-on exercises. Group interaction and instructor feedback make up an important component of the class. The course starts with an introduction to elemental concepts of Big Data, then progresses into the programming languages and methodologies used to perform Data Analysis. Finally, we discuss the tools and infrastructure that enable Big Data storage, Distributed Processing, and Scalability. Audience Developers / programmers IT consultants Format of the course Part lecture, part discussion, heavy hands-on practice and implementation, occasional quizing to measure progress. Introduction to Data Analysis and Big Data What makes Big Data "big"? Velocity, Volume, Variety, Veracity (VVVV) Limits to traditional Data Processing Distributed Processing Statistical Analysis Types of Machine Learning Analysis Data Visualization Languages used for Data Analysis R language (crash course) Why R for Data Analysis? Data manipulation, calculation and graphical display Python (crash course) Why Python for Data Analysis? Manipulating, processing, cleaning, and crunching data Approaches to Data Analysis Statistical Analysis Time Series analysis Forecasting with Correlation and Regression models Inferential Statistics (estimating) Descriptive Statistics in Big Data sets (e.g. calculating mean) Machine Learning Supervised vs unsupervised learning Classification and clustering Estimating cost of specific methods Filtering Natural Language Processing Processing text Understaing meaning of the text Automatic text generation Sentiment/Topic Analysis Computer Vision Acquiring, processing, analyzing, and understanding images Reconstructing, interpreting and understanding 3D scenes Using image data to make decisions Big Data infrastructure Data Storage Relational databases (SQL) MySQL Postgres Oracle Non-relational databases (NoSQL) Cassandra MongoDB Neo4js Understanding the nuances Hierarchical databases Object-oriented databases Document-oriented databases Graph-oriented databases Other Distributed Processing Hadoop HDFS as a distributed filesystem MapReduce for distributed processing Spark All-in-one in-memory cluster computing framework for large-scale data processing Structured streaming Spark SQL Machine Learning libraries: MLlib Graph processing with GraphX Search Engines ElasticSearch Solr Scalability Public cloud AWS, Google, Aliyun, etc. Private cloud OpenStack, Cloud Foundry, etc. Auto-scalability Choosing right solution for the problem The future of Big Data Closing remarks
|Selenium with Python for test automation
|14 hours
|Selenium is an open source library for automating web application testing across multiple browsers. Selenium interacts with a browser as people do: by clicking links, filling out forms and validating text. It is the most popular tool for web application test automation. Selenium is built on the WebDriver framework and has excellent bindings for numerous scripting languages, including Python. In this training participants combine the power of Python with Selenium to automate the testing of a sample web application. By combining theory with practice in a live lab environment, participants will gain the knowledge and practice needed to automate their own web testing projects using Python and Selenium. Audience Testers and Developers Format of the course Part lecture, part discussion, heavy hands-on practice Introduction to Selenium with Python Python vs Java for writing test scripts Installation and setup Selecting a Python IDE or editor Overview of Selenium architecture Selenium IDE Selenium WebDriver Selenium Grid Python scripting essentials for test automation Working with Selenium Webdriver The anatomy of a web application Locating page elements through Page Objects Creating a unit test Accessing a database Developing a test framework Running test suites against multiple browsers Working with SeleniumGrid Troubleshooting Closing remarks
|Python Programming
|28 hours
|This course is designed for those wishing to learn the Python programming language. The emphasis is on the Python language, the core libraries, as well as on the selection of the best and most useful libraries developed by the Python community. Python drives businesses and is used by scientists all over the world – it is one of the most popular programming languages. The course can be delivered using Python 2.7.x or 3.x, with practical exercises making use of the full power of both versions of the language. This course can be delivered on any operating system (all flavours of UNIX, including Linux and Mac OS X, as well as Microsoft Windows). The practical exercises constitute about 70% of the course time, and around 30% are demonstrations and presentations. Discussions and questions can be asked throughout the course. Note: the training can be tailored to specific needs upon prior request ahead of the proposed course date. Introduction to Python Programming Running Python code Using Python Development Tools (IDEs and command line tools) Working with Python and iPython shells as well as iPython Notebook Data Types and Operations Integers and floats Strings and bytes Tuples and lists Dictionaries and ordered dictionaries Sets and frozen sets Organizing and Distributing Code Creating modules and packages Distributing code to repositories Object Oriented and Functional Programming Creating and using functions and classes Modifying functions and classes with decorators Introducing meta-classes Error Handling and Testing Handling and raising exceptions Writing and executing tests (doc tests and unit tests) Checking code coverage by tests Working with Files and Directories Accessing different types of files and file handling principles Creating, reading, updating and deleting files (including regular text files, csv, as well as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel files) Extracting data from text files using Regular Expressions Creating and deleting directories, listing and searching for files Accessing Databases Selecting, inserting, updating and deleting data Generic database API based on SQLite 3, PostgreSQL and MySQL Using the Object Relational Mapper (SQLAlchemy) Working with NoSQL databases Conquering The Web Retrieving web pages Parsing HTML and XML Filling web forms automatically Creating web applications in Python
|Programming for Biologists
|28 hours
|This is a practical course, which shows why programming is a powerful tool in the context of solving biological problems. During the course participants will be taught the Python programming language, a language widely considered both powerful as well as easy to use. This course might be considered as a demonstration how bioinformatics improves biologists lives. The course is designed and aimed for people without computer science background who want to learn programming. This course is suited for: Researchers dealing with biological data. Scientists who would like to learn how to automate everyday tasks and analyse data. Managers who want to learn how programming improves workflows and conducting projects. By the end of the course, participants will be able to write short programs, which will allow them to manipulate, analyse and deal with biological data and present results in a graphical format. Introduction to the Python programming language Why Python? Using Python to deal with biological data Working with the iPython shell Your first programme Writing Python scripts Importing modules Working with protein and RNA/DNA sequences Finding motives Transcription and translation in silico Handling sequence alignments Parsing data in different biological formats Parsing FASTA Data format conversions Running biological analyses BLAST Accessing biological web services Dealing with biological 3D structures using Python Python facilitates statistical analysis Visualizing data Creating bar and scatter plots Calculating an Area Under Curve (AUC) Working with .xls and .csv files Importing data from and exporting to MS Excel / OpenOffice Calc Writing .xls and .csv files Using Python to create an automated data processing pipeline
|Course Date
|Course Price [Remote / Classroom]
|Machine Learning Fundamentals with Python - NJ, Jersey City - Harborside Financial Center
|Mon, Aug 14 2017, 9:30 am
|$2850 / $5150
|Programming for Biologists - LA, New Orleans - Place St. Charles
|Mon, Aug 14 2017, 9:30 am
|$7160 / $10160
|Course Date
|Course Price [Remote / Classroom]
|Understanding IPSec VPNs
|Atlanta, GA - Downtown 260 Peachtree
|Mon, Aug 7 2017, 9:30 am
|$3544 / $5604
|Introduction to Ansible Automation
|NC, Chapel Hill - Chapel Hill - Downtown
|Thu, Aug 31 2017, 9:30 am
|$1832 / $3062
|Fundamentals of Cassandra DB
|MA, Boston - Federal Street
|Tue, Sep 19 2017, 9:30 am
|$4401 / $6851
|Statistical Thinking for Decision Makers
|KY, Louisville – Ormsby III Forest Green
|Thu, Oct 26 2017, 9:30 am
|$2025 / $3275
|IoT (Internet of Things) for Entrepreneurs, Managers and Investors
|NH, Nashua – One Tara Boulevard
|Wed, Feb 7 2018, 9:30 am
|$6840 / $9450
|Hadoop for Developers (2 days)
|NM, Albuquerque – Two Park Square Center
|Thu, Feb 8 2018, 9:30 am
|$3015 / $5035


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The Barrels The individual lots were aged in oak barrels, most of which were hand selected from premium Kentucky spirits producers by Tom Griffin, who is extremely passionate and knowledgeable about bourbon barrels and beer. Each barrel lends its own unique influence to the final blend. Tom continues to hand deliver some real treats to us, including some 20+ year old Rip Van Winkle Barrels! Barrels freshly dumped from the distilleries and hand delivered by Tom Griffin: Rip Van Winkle Bourbon Old Fitzgerald Bourbon / Old Fitzgerald Wheat Whiskey Heaven Hill Bourbon / Heaven Hill Brandy / Heaven Hill Rye Barrels purchased directly from American Coopers toasted to Firestone Walker's specifications: New American Oak produced by World Cooperage / medium and medium plus toast Retired Firestone Union Oak produced by World Cooperage, and Barrel Associates (water bent staves) The Aging Cellar – The Components Following are descriptions of key components with their original code names: Final Blend % Parabola ྭ% ABV) - Aged in New American oak, bourbon and rye barrels ࿌%) -Russian Imperial Oatmeal Stout (brewed02-09-06 and 01-18-08) OG=28P FG=7.5P IBU=80 Color=Black / Hopped with Simcoe, Bravo, Styrian Golding and East Kent Golding Opal ྫ% ABV) – Aged in rye barrels ྼ%) -Wheat Wine (brewed 2-25-08) OG=22.4P FG=6.2P IBU=45 Color=17 / Brewed with torrified and malted wheat, lightly hopped with Saaz Rufus ྫ% ABV) – Aged in rye and bourbon barrels ྲ%) -Continental Imperial Amber Ale (brewed 8-17-07) OG=22.5 FG=4.5 IBU=40 Color=15 / Brewed with Belgian Dark Candi Syrup / Hopped with Styrian Goldings and Saaz Saucerful of Secrets ƙ% ABV) – Aged in Brandy Barrels ƙ%) -Belgian Strong Ale (brewed 10-30-07) OG=23.4 FG=6.1 IBU 25 Color=39 / Brewed with Belgian Dark Candi sugar and everything else but the kitchen sink Union Jack IPA Ɨ% ABV) - Aged in stainless steel Ƒ%) -American Style IPA (brewed 10-28-08) OG=17 FG=3.5 IBU=75 Color=12 / Brewed with massive amounts of hops and a very kind attitude The Finished Piece- As a finished beer, XII is in some ways more aggressive than any previous blend, but it maintains a great deal of depth and complexity. Everyone seems to get something different when they taste this beer- mocha, tobacco, toasted almonds, olallieberries... I leave the interpretation to you. It is best enjoyed in a half filled brandy snifter or wine glass. Allow it to warm to 55F to fully enjoy the pleasing and complex aromas. If left in a cool dark place, I suspect that this beer will age well. Only time will tell. If you find something you like- please contact us and let us know your thoughts. I truly hope you enjoy our third oak-aged blend. This crazy beer journey continues!
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NAND flash device maker Silicon-Power Computer has launched its Class 6 SDHC card series that can be used in applications supporting SD 2.0, such as Nikon Coolpix S200/S500/P5000 digital cameras, Panasonic DMC-L1/FX07 digital cameras and Panasonic SDR-S200 digital camcorder.
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- Wireless broadband developments in Southeast Asia markets
As of 2013, the 10 ASEAN nations had a total of over 700 million mobile subscriptions, with the CAGR from 2003-2013 reaching 24%. This Digitimes Research Special Report analyzes the various mobile broadband markets in ASEAN and looks at the respective trends in 4G LTE development for those markets.
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I wanted to buy something for $25, but refuse to deposit $30. If you would have allowed straight transactions, I would have bought from you. I will choose another source for my needs. Thank you.
They aint gonna change the entire system, just for your $5 whinge.
But you could elect to pay via paypal, and swallow a $2.00 hit for the priveledge. This has been debated numerous times.
Hello danpezet and welcome to the marketplace.
Yes, this has been debated many many times. If you're not aware, straight transactions are supported for an extra $2, or you can save on this extra $2 by simply depositing money. A lot of buyers deposit money because they wish to purchase multiple things (eg: a wordpress theme from themeforest, some photos to go onto their website from photodune, and some wordpress plugins to make their wordpress theme better from codecanyon).
But yes thank you for the feedback and best of luck with the project.
Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately, this seems like a shady system. I have now been reading posts from others who have had even more complicated issues with this deposit system. My feedback is this: make it simple and easy for consumers to make purchases. I'm moving on.
2 million members ..
You are in the minority. Cya
I agree with danpezet, the buying process should be easier.
SportTipsWorld said
2 million members .. You are in the minority. Cya
I don't know what they did for majority too. "Success" becomes a problem for our world. We don't need to do anything after that, sadly.
The purchase options needs some flexibility not for apparent saving of buyer's wallet but save their time and concentration. As the number of buyers grow, the flexibility becomes more important – not the other way.
Another buyer here who looks at $2 surcharge vs $10 extra in deposit, which I may never use, and thinks… maybe I'll look elsewhere. Just do what everyone else seems to do and charge a price. Don't make it seem as though I am taking a penalty whichever choice I make.
I'm with anitagraham. Being faced with either a $2 fee on a $3 item or a $20 deposit on top of the $2 already sitting in there, I just opted not to buy from Envato today.
The system gets incredibly frustrating when you're buying the smaller items. And I'm pretty sure Envato is violating Paypal's terms by charging that $2 fee for exact payments anyway. And despite what some moderators have said in the forums, it's NOT a discount for using the credit system. For that to be true, the higher price would have the be the advertised item price and there could never be a "surcharge" which directly states you're charging more for something.
It's a shame because I've been a customer for years and have repeatedly talked up Envato marketplaces with my own readers and clients.
It's not enough to make me stop buying from my favorite designers and developers, but it's getting to be enough that I won't support as many designers on GraphicRiver where the fee is a huge increase on the item price (unless I have a lot to purchase at once where the deposit can be used up right away). And I'll most likely look elsewhere and use Themeforest and other Envato marketplaces as a last resort rather than my first stop.
Are you aware Paypal actually charge for their services?
Envato builds in a global ( surcharge ) which covers a lot of bases, to include the unsrcrupulous ppl who buy using paypal, then immediately file a complaint with Paypal.
There has to be built in buffers for this, to protect authors and the ongoing low charges of items within the market. It is all about balance.
Personally, I think Paypal should be scrapped, and Envato should opt instead for a proper gateway like Eway etc, but it will never happen.
Whilst I agree, buying a $3.00 item, and having $2.00 in credit, does in fact annoy when opting for the buy with paypal option and being screwed over with a 67% surcharge is a bit hard to swallow, the choice is that you can vote with your feet…
Perhaps Envato, may be considering a tiered system, remembering that surcharges also protect authors from being overly affected by rebuttles and refunds, whilst also keeping prices low, and thus allowing the majority of buyers to get items at relatively cheap prices.


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Given the release of a second batch of hacked emails yesterday, S&R decided to pull this analysis from 2010 back to the front. The conclusions reached in this analysis are as applicable to the emails published in 2011 just as much as they are to the original emails from 2009.
It is impossible to draw firm conclusions from the hacked documents and emails. They do not represent the complete record, and they are not a random selection from the complete record.
– Dr. Timothy Osborn, Climatic Research Unit (source)
After several hundred hours of studying the emails and looking at their references, I have no hesitation in stating that, to my satisfaction, the system is rotten to the core and has been from the start.
– Geoff Sherrington, former corporate geologist, (source)
According to Osborn, there is not sufficient context to understand the "true" story behind the published Climatic Research Unit emails and documents. However, according to Sherrington, the emails and references contained therein provide all the context needed in order to conclude that climate change research is complete hogwash. Reality lies somewhere on a continuum between these two extremes – the question is where.
S&R set out to determine whether the published CRU emails provided enough context for the public to condemn or vindicate the scientists involved. After investigating three primary options and reading a key study, S&R has concluded that the emails do not themselves contain sufficient context to understand what really happened in climate science over the last 13 years. Continue reading