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Bush's ethics lawyer gives Trump critical advice he can't afford to ignore, but will
There's only one way for Trump to save himself now…but he's not going to like it one bit.
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CNN's Acosta reveals the real motivation behind Trump's new Chief of Staff pick
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The Associated Press reveals details of Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's shockingly unrepentant resignation letter
Top Democrats vowed to continue their probe into the allegations against him even after he leaves office.
One of Trump's cabinet Secretaries resigns in surprise twist
The Secretary stunned the Republican party with yet another high profile departure for Trump.
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Out partner FC Event will provide you with the best Championship-food ever!
There will be several tents, at the Arena as well as along the track. Of course they make sure you will have vegetarian/vegan options and when it comes to the After Bike Party on the 7th of May head for the large FC Event food tent and there will be BBQ and live music! Find the spots where the food is at the Arena Map.
There will be three spots, Large Tent and two tents along the track (by the Rocketgarden and the SkiSlope).
At the Large Venue Tent at the Arena you will find:
- Hamburger
- Vegetarian burger (beans)
- Vegan burger
- Libasallad – Liba bread with chicken, salad, yogurt sauce
- Vegetarian libasallad – Liba bread filled with beans, sallad, hummus
- Chicken wok
- Vegetarian wok
- Pommes with mayo in "newspaper"
- Hot dog
And of course "Fika" such as:
- Coffee/Tea/Soft drinks
- Cinnamonbuns, Cakes etc. known as "Fika"
- Candybar
At the smaller food tent by the Rocketgarden there will be similar foods but not Wok or "Pommes Frites with Majo". Beer, wine is found at the Large Food tent only.
At the second smaller food tent by the SkiSlope you will find:
- Waffels
- Coffee/Tea/Soft drinks
- Cinnamonbuns, Cakes etc. known as "Fika"
- Candybar
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Finding the right mattress to fit you and your partner's lifestyle and sleep needs can be a tough decision. After all, you will be sleeping on it every night for years to come. When it choosing the size of your… Read More
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Mattress Myths You Shouldn't Fall For
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Groundskeeper/JV Baseball Head Coach/Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach
Coach Cook is originally from Mt. Pulaski, Illinois. He graduated from Mt. Pulaski High School in 1998. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Benedictine University at Springfield College in Illinois.
Coach Cook has been coaching baseball since 1997 and is coming up on his fifth year as the JV head coach and varsity assistant baseball coach here at Lutheran High School. Coach cook also maintains the Lutheran High School grounds.
Jeremy and his wife Jennifer have been married since 2011 and have a son, Hudson, and a border collie mix named Charlie Brown. Jeremy's favorite sports teams are the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago Bears, and his pastimes include time with family, movies, and grilling when the weather is nice.


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Easy Protein Snack Box
Ever made your own version of Starbucks' bistro box at home?
This is one of my favourite ways to bring a variety of healthy snacks along with me wherever I go! Not only will it be faster, fresher & cheaper, but you can also add whatever ingredients you're feeling (or whatever you have available) for an endless amount of variety.
Pro Tip: I love to soft-boil my eggs - not only because they taste soooo much better, but also so that I can use the softened yolks as a sort of "dip" for my veggies once I break them open. It tastes amazing (especially with a touch of fresh sea salt cracked into it), and eliminates the mess of having to carry a dip or sauce around for the veggies.
Recipe available below!
2 hard-boiled eggs
1 cup celery and carrots, sliced
1 oz cheddar cheese
2 wasa crackers
Slice 1 oz of cheddar cheese into bite-sized cubes
Cut crackers in thirds using a sharp knife (or feel free to keep them whole)
Lay a paper towel at the bottom of a storage container
Add in sliced veggies and hard boiled eggs
Throw in sliced crackers & cheese cubes
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Last updated on December 10th, 2021
Tomorrow, I'll be down in Chicago for this year's Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, or "C2E2." I'll hopefully come back Sunday with plenty of photos, etc. However, if you're interested in following my "play-by-play" while actually there, I'll be on Twitter (@anthonysnotes) throughout the day. Unless I'm distracted digging through the cheap trade paperback bins… and cellular connection/WiFi permitting.


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Russia bombs Syrian rebels from Iran base for first time
Russia has deployed long-range bombers to an air base in the Iranian city of Hamadan to carry out air strikes against militants in Syria, the Russian government said on Tuesday.
It is thought to be the first time Iran has allowed a foreign power to carry out military operations from its territory since the Islamic revolution of 1979.
"On 16 August, Tu-22M3 long-range bombers and Su-34 frontline bombers, flying with a full bomb load from the Hamadan air base (Islamic Republic of Iran), conducted a group air strike against targets of the Islamic State and Jabhat al-Nusra terrorist groups in the provinces of Aleppo, Deir Ezzor and Idlib," a defence ministry statement said.
The statement said the raids eliminated five major "terrorist weapons depots" and training compounds in the area as well as three command posts and a "large number of terrorists".
Responding to the statement, Washington said the development was "unfortunate but not surprising".
US Secretary of State John Kerry has discussed the raids with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov, State Department spokesperson Mark Toner said at a press conference on Tuesday.
The US is also exploring whether the raids could represent a violation of UN Resolution 2231, the historic deal struck last year between Iran and major world powers to ease sanctions in return for curbs on Iran's nuclear activities.
The raids are the first Russia has reported carrying out from a base in Iran since Moscow launched its Syrian bombing campaign in support of long-time ally, President Bashar al-Assad, last September.
The defence ministry also released footage of the Tu-22s taking off from Hamadan.
The announcement comes days after the Russian defence ministry released images of Tu-22s over Deir Ezzor and the results of bombing runs. It did not state where the aircraft were based.
Tupolev-22s began service as a Cold War-era strategic bomber in the 1960s. It has been upgraded several times, most recently in 2014.
Sukhoi-34 fighters have previously flown sorties over Syria from the Russian airbase in Latakia. Despite the ministry statement, the state-funded RT news service said the fighter escorts flew from Latakia.
The Tu-22s had previously flown from inside Russian territory. The relocation to Iran cuts journeys to Syria from 2,000km to 700km. They are too large to be accommodated at Russia's base in Latakia.
Iraq's prime minister, Haider al-Abadi, said his country had granted Russia permission to use its air space, on the condition the planes use corridors along Iraq's borders and not fly over Iraqi cities.
Abadi said the same permission has been given to air forces of a separate US-led coalition against Islamic State flying to Syria from Kuwait.
Russian news channel RT stated that Moscow on Monday had also requested airspace access from Iran and Iraq for cruise missile strikes on Syira.
Ali Shamkhani, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, told IRNA state news agency on Tuesday that Moscow and Tehran "exchange capacities and facilities" in the fight against terrorism in Syria.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said air raids on Tuesday killed 19 civilians in two rebel-held districts in Aleppo.
The activist group said the strikes on Tariq al-Bab and al-Sakhur, which left three children among the dead, were carried out by either Russian or regime aircraft and had also wounded dozens of people.
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Chess series
posted by marek.denko on September 2nd, 2019
About year ago I started to work on chess set we have at home. Just for fun to try out the Bercon maps (plugin for 3dsmax) and see what could I do and how much I can get out of it. Besides other cool things it is very nice procedural 3d wood structure generator. At first I started shading with V-ray which supports Bercon maps nicely. Later on I decided to bake the maps and switched to Redshift renderer (read more)
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IndigoVision launched Control Center 4.8, a new version of its management software. Included as part of SMS4, IndigoVision's Security Management Software suite uses a new user interface design, making it easier for operators to visualize alarms in real time and to view cameras through target-based maps. Additional intelligence has been introduced to Control Center 4.8 giving operators an easy way of accessing cameras on a map rather than having to memorize camera locations.
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Borussia Dortmund beat visiting Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday in the Bundesliga, winning 2-5 (1-3).
Borussia Dortmund took an early lead when Marco Reus scored after 23 minutes, with an assist by Erling Håland, making it 0-1.
1-1 came through an own-goal in the 27th minute.
Borussia Dortmund took the lead just five minutes later as Thorgan Hazard scored, with an assist by Erling Håland.
Two minutes later, it was Erling Håland who scored, thus ensuring that the team increased the lead to 3-1.
With more than 30 minutes on the clock, Borussia Dortmund's Giovanni Reyna scored, with an assist by Erling Håland, and increased their lead.
In the 70th minute, Erling Håland scored, from a pass from Marco Reus, to increase the lead for Borussia Dortmund.
The goal that reduced the score to 5-2 came, when Jens Hauge scored a goal for Eintracht Frankfurt, with an assist by Ragnar Ache. However, Eintracht Frankfurt were unable to make more of an impression. The 5-2 goal was the last goal of the game.
In the next round on Saturday, Dortmund face Freiburg away at Schwarzwald-Stadion, while Frankfurt host Augsburg.


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by Sparsh Shah
The problem we solve: Since the digital age, the velocity of medical research output has tremendous. With 600 000 papers being published yearly, it is impossible for a clinician to keep up with the literature in their field by reading dense text-heavy papers and abstracts. It is equally as challenging for researchers to make their work visible and communicate their findings. For so long, medical publishing has heavily relied on text-heavy and bland forms of research communication. Ultimately, this slows down knowledge translation to the clinical environment, with estimates saying it takes about 17 years for research to effectively reach clinical practice.
About our solution: Tidbit aims to facilitate infographic creation amongst journals and researchers. We have built a web-based canvas-like tool that streamlines and begins to automate the process of infographic generation process so that any researcher without graphic design experience can easily make a visual abstract. We are iteratively improving the automation of the tool to make it even easier for any academic to create a visual abstract. Finalized Tidbits are then instantly linked to the full-text and published on our feed for readers to interact with. With Tidbit, researchers can increase their visibility and citation count, journals can improve their impact factors, institutions can effectively display their findings and success, and clinicians will have access to primary research in a appealing and digestible format.Progress to date:
To date, we have launched our MVP version of the product, with 200 beta-testers on our platform. Our users have told us that we are solving a critical problem, and that our final solution certainly improves knowledge translation. Studies also exist that demonstrate how visual abstracts are superior in capturing attention and knolwedge retention. We have partnered with multiple Universities, Research Institutions, Journals, and Government Organizations including the University of Toronto, Canadian Pediatric Society, and The Government of Ontario's COVID-19 Science Table.
We were approached by a group at Harvard who will be conducting a joint study with Tidbit in 2021 to further characterize and assess the impact of visual abstracts on knowledge retention. We have had close to 10 000 visits on our website with minimal marketing spend.
Creator: Sparsh Shah
Location: Ontario
Education: University of Toronto
Bio: Sparsh graduated from the University of Toronto MD/MSc program and is a Resident Physician in Emergency Medicine. Sparsh also holds an Honors Business Administration (HBA) degree from Ivey. He successfully co-founded two non-profits, served as a medical infographic editor, and published four articles. Sparsh brings a comprehensive understanding of the academic publishing industry, business strategy, and entrepreneurial experience needed to steer Tidbit's success.
Title: Dr.
Advanced Degree(s): MD, MSc
Shubham Pandya
Co-Founder, BBA
Biography: Shubham is a BBA graduate from the University of Toronto and currently leads the Analytics team at Flexiti Financial, one of the fastest growing start-ups in North America. With years of experience in telecommunications and financial services, he brings a wealth of skills that will greatly assist in Tidbit's long term strategy and profitable growth.
Title: Co-Founder
Advanced Degree(s): BBA
Twitter: @shubham71393551
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shubham-pandya-85a75260/
Nilay Shah
Co-Founder, HBSc
Biography: Nilay has an Honors Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from University of Toronto. Nilay has helped co-found startups which solve problems with various aspects of student life. With previous experience at Wattpad, Nilay is currently employed at Shopify as a senior backend developer. Nilay brings a mixture of technical expertise and a startup mindset to bring our platform to life.
Title: Co-Founder
Advanced Degree(s): HBSc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilay-shah/
Dhruven Mehta
Co-Founder, MSc, BSc, MD (Candidate)
Biography: Dhruven Mehta is completing his Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Chicago Medical School. He has a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Rosalind Franklin University and Honors Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto. With experience in biomedical and clinical research coupled with graphic design capabilities, Dhruven spearheads infographic creation operations.
Title: Co-Founder
Advanced Degree(s): MSc, BSc, MD (Candidate)
Ultimately, Tidbit aims to improve knowledge translation so that the latest medical information is available and accesible to doctors and clinicians. For patients, this means that their care provider will have the most up-to-date medical knowledge on the drugs and therapeutic interventions that is best suited for their clinical condition. By helping healthcare providers navigate an overwhelming sea of research information, patients can ensure that they are getting the best possible care based on the latest research.
Healthcare providers - we know that you are extremely busy. On top of that, it is so difficult to stay current on research information. Browsing through text-abstracts or journal subscriptions, or emails lists reguarly is time consuming and tedious. With Tidbit, you can not only access accurate medical visual abstracts instantly and for free, you can also improve the visibility of your own research for your fellow colleagues to interact with. We hope that with Tidbit, you can spend less time trying to browse and filter through information, and more time understanding medical research in a beautifully delivered format, and applying your new knowledge towards patient care.
Journals, Hospitals, and Research Institutions - we know that you invest a lot of time and money in outputting research that pushes the boundaries of medical knowledge. However, sometimes, it is hard to make sure that your output is read. With Tidbit, you can increase your research's visibiilty, traction, and impact factor, which can lead to further funding and grants for your organization. Also, by promoting Tidbit to your staff, you will be providing them a free resource that can help them both in their academic and clinical career.
Partners within the medical community - we know that you have tons of information that you would like doctors and clinicians to see. With Tidbit, you can get a visual abstract on your research output to help your target audience better understand what you do. This form of communication will increase engagement with products and services that you offer.
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics released their June report this morning with the news that the economy added 213,000 jobs last month. The unemployment rate ticked up to 4 percent as more people entered the job market. Here's how the First Daughter responded:
Since election day, the American economy has added 3.7 million jobs!
601,000 more Americans entered the labor force.
June #JobsReport beat forecasts and added 213,000 jobs. @POTUS's Economic Agenda is clearly working + creating opportunities for ALL Americans. ??
— Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) July 6, 2018
In a further attempt to politicize the news, a headline at the Washington Examiner reads: "Dems blast booming jobs report, Trump worker agenda, 'reckless.'" That is based on statements released by Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and DNC Chair Tom Perez. The "Trump worker agenda" that these two Democratic leaders called reckless specifically addressed the president's trade wars, tax cuts for the wealthy and the latest union-busting Supreme Court decision.
But here's the part of the jobs report that we should all be focused on right now:
Wage growth stayed at 2.7 percent, the same pace as last month, and the average since last December. It is also worth noting that inflation is now growing at about the same rate as wages, so, in one of the less impressive aspects of the current job market recovery, real hourly pay is flat.
Republicans can crow all they want about jobs, but as long as real hourly pay is flat, the current economic agenda isn't working or creating opportunity for all Americans.
When Barack Obama was inaugurated in 2009, the economy was losing about 800,000 jobs a month due to the Great Recession. At that point, a singular focus on creating jobs was necessary. That is no longer the case. A certain base level of job creation is necessary to keep the economy strong, but that is a maintenance issue. The real problem right now is wages. The fact that, when combined with inflation, real hourly pay is flat indicates that workers can't get ahead. Too many people are stuck in jobs that don't pay a living wage and they're not making any headway, even as the economic expansion that began in June 2009 enters its tenth year.
It's true that Democrats have a lot of ideas about how to improve the economy and reduce income inequality. But the fastest and easiest first thing on the agenda needs to be an increase in the minimum wage. That is something everyone to the left of the current extremists in charge of our government can agree on. It is beyond time to put living wages at the top of the Democratic agenda.


text: What an incredible experience. Seeing the Mount Everest at the Base Camp at around 5200m left us speechless. One of the most important things to do at this height is staying hydrated and drink as much water as you can. So our new friend from Water-to-Go helped us with this topic. It's just cool to see how easy you can add any kind of fresh water to the bottle and drink it.


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Database Field Naming Notes
Hold on Cowboy
This blog post is pretty old. Be careful with the information you find in here. It's likely dead, dying, or wildly inaccurate.
Let's look at a few ways we can name our database fields. This is mostly subjective, with some personal opinion mixed in for added velocity.
Naming tables
To me, this is straight forward.
- All table names should be lower snake_case e.g.
- Table names should be plural e.g.
settings, etc. This slightly breaks down for words where the plural is the singular, for example
- Joining tables should be a merge of the tables they join e.g.
accounts_people, the order isn't important.
- No upper case, ever
- No spaces, ever
Try to avoid meaningless words like
content. They are so general in nature, they could mean anything or nothing.
IDs and the evil auto-increment
Almost every table having unique rows should have an
id field. Please do NOT name it
accounts.account_id, if you do this, you should be sad and feel ashamed. Such meta in the field names is just verbose nonsense. It should go without saying,
id should be unique.
Why is auto-increment so bad?
We should address why auto-increment is a short sighted database design decision. If you like auto-increment, it's likely you've only worked on smaller database projects. When a project grows bigger you need flexible solutions auto-increment is incapable of.
Seed Data: When using auto-increment, it's impossible to create preexisting seed data for your database which does not conflict when reloading or working with data already in the database. This is a big problem. You will want to load up seed data, or preexisting rows in a table and using auto-increment, you would first have to insert the row, then get the inserted ID (hint in PG you would using
RETURNING *in your INSERT statement)
Sequences Auto increment uses an internal sequence, and different environments can easily get out of sync. As an experiment trying this query.
CREATE TABLE testing ( id SERIAL name TEXT ); INSERT INTO testing (name) VALUES (E'Shane'),(E'Barry'),(E'Bob'); DELETE FROM testing; INSERT INTO testing (name) VALUES (E'Shane'),(E'Barry'),(E'Bob'); SELECT * FROM testing;
You'll notice the ids will be 4,5,6. Why is this? Well, the sequence does not get reset when you remove rows. It just keeps going. When you're developing on your machine and someone else is adding rows, then your sequences will not be in line. This will need to be manually managed to make sure staging and productio do NOT get different ids for rows you may want to insert.
Uniqueness: Auto-increment ids are NOT unique. Enough said I guess. This causes a problem when you may want to combine similar tables.
Predictable: Auto-increment ids are entirely predictable. If ids get exposed to outside operators, this will open attack surfaces for bad actors, i.e. hackers love auto-incremented integers as ids.
So, if I can't use auto-increment, what should I use?
Good question, it's rather simple. The solution to the unique, unpredictable, pre-generated values for IDs is to use a UUID (or GUID).
Some minor drawbacks to using a UUID
- Cannot sort by UUID. Since they are not predictable or orderly, it's impossible to sort them in any useful way. But lets face it, why are you sorting by an ID in the first place?
- They are long and ugly. There is no getting around this fact, compared to normal ID integers, UUIDs are long and ugly. They are difficult to relate verbally and would take more space in a URL. UUIDs are not really for human consumption.
- They take more space in the database. I consider this a moot point. The days of shaving bytes of data to conserve space have long since past. These minor differences are virtually irrelevant when we have hard drives with terabytes of space.
How to use a UUID in PostgreSQL?
First, you'll need to add support for it. It's likely your version of PG already has it ready at your finger tips, but you need to enable the following plugins when you design your database.
CREATE EXTENSION IF NOT EXISTS "pgcrypto";
CREATE EXTENSION IF NOT EXISTS "uuid-ossp";
Next, you would use it for your IDs like such
CREATE TABLE people (
id UUID PRIMARY KEY DEFAULT gen_random_uuid()
You'll see in this type of setup, we can provide a pre-generated UUID or fall back to an auto-generated one. The pre-existing would be when you have seed data providing the ID.
Field Naming (non ID)
We've come to the part of the show where opinions will be most visible. What do you name your fields? First, I'm a big proponent of providing comments for all fields. Comments in postgres can be added to almost anything. Here we see a comment added to a column.
COMMENT ON COLUMN people.first_name IS 'The first name of the person';
Then, I would think of a name which fully describes the field.
images.url is not a good choice, because an image could have different types of URLs might needing to be tracked. Think maybe
images.cdn_url or
images.imported_url or
images.placeholder_url. Remember: Try not to be short sighted in your database design, assume your schema will change, and prepare for it.
Again, avoid watered down, meaningless words like
Next, make sure you are not using reserved words in SQL or in the app language primarily in use. A perfect example is
class. While in most cases, it will not be a problem, it does get confusing when you are working with data and has conflicting reserved words.
Foreign Keys and the _id
A lot of database designs will use the convention
emails.person_id as a foreign key to the field
people.id. I can see the value in this, because it provides hints in your application layer. The value is just an ID to a foreign field. I do not like this convention, as I mentioned previously it's too meta. As a database administrator you know it's a foreign key, so it's almost certainly an ID, putting it in the field name is redundant. As for the application layer, they should be cognizant of table structure and understand
emails.person is an ID.
To recap
- Add comments to your fields
- Avoid generic, easily confused naming
- Stay clear of obvious reserved words
- Append
_idto foreign key fields? It's up to you
We'll stop here, but you can imagine there are many different ways that we could postulate about database field naming. Some are better than others, but in the end, it needs to make sense to you and your teams. Do the best you can, adapt, and overcome.
I've been slightly swayed by the article How I Write SQL by Sehrope Sarkuni. It makes some good points.
- Names of tables should be singular
- FK should be like
account_idinstead of just
Above all
The only thing worse than bad naming conventions is multiple naming conventions. If your existing project already has a standard approach to naming its database objects then keep using it.
Did this help you out? It took me a few days to piece together all this information together, I hope this saves you some time (who knows, maybe the future me will be thankful I wrote this down). Let me know your thoughts. [email protected]


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KeystoneJS does not come with comments for the blog. I wanted to add some so that I can get feedback on my tutorials. I eventually decided to roll with the Disqus comments you see below. It wasn't my first pick, but ultimately, it was the fastest and easiest way to roll.
I started by reaching out to the KeystoneJS Google Group with this thread. A reply to that thread led me to this commit in the sydjs-site repository. I started trying to impliment comments this way, but I am not a fan of server-side rendering. I realize this is a bit of a contradiction since I'm such a KeystoneJS fan and it's *big* on server side rendering. Honestly, I probably would have passed on using KeystoneJS if I hadn't found out how to open the API so that I could pull data from the CMS and do client-side rendering with it.
So true to my nature, I started steps very similar to creating a Front End Widget in order to deal with comments. Here is a pastebin of the model I created in model/PostComment.js. I created an API for accessing the model the same way I did for the Front End Widget. I began doing the front end coding for adding and removing comments to blog posts when a though occured to me: "Can I really do this better than some 'free' option?"
I paused right there and started to look for embeddedable comment options. The two big contenders were Disqus and Discourse. Discourse has the disadvantage of requiring people to navigate away from a page and go to a Discourse forum page to leave a comment. I really didn't want that. I used Disqus when they first came out and it left a bad taste in my mouth. They were really spammy, but so far, I'm pretty happy with the lack of spam. Plus, they let people log in with social network credentials like Google and Facebook, and they integrate comment voting. Both very cool features that I like in the modern web.
So for better or worse, I went with Disqus. It was an easy decision and easy to impliment. I just added their code to the bottom of my
templates/views/post.hbs file. Just above their embed code snippet, I added this code:
{{#if data}}
<script type="text/javascript">
var postUrl = 'http://christroutner.com/blog/post/{{data.post.slug}}';
var postSlug = '{{data.post.slug}}';
I was then able to feed the
postUrl and
postSlug variables into the default Disqus embed code like this:
var disqus_config = function () {
this.page.url = postUrl; // Replace PAGE_URL with your page's canonical URL variable
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Author: Manish Sharma, Chief Executive Officer, PureSoftware.
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is being felt by countries and businesses all around the world and has already delivered the fastest, deepest economic shock in history. Countries are seeing massive unemployment spikes and numerous businesses are faced with dramatic loss of revenue and struggling to maintain their operations. The major challenge for the entire global economy is to sustain Business Continuity amidst these lockdown and social distancing challenges.
The coronavirus pandemic has forced companies to rethink the way they work, tighten up business travel policies, undertake cost optimization on priority and relook at growth strategies. The online channel which was once a "good to have" one for the brick and-mortar companies has become one of the mandatory channels for the present and foreseeable future. Some companies have already started thinking about leveraging 'Work from home' permanently as part of their company policy. Online collaboration Apps like Zoom, Microsoft Teams have seen soaring downloads and an exponential increase in the customer base.
We are seeing this lifestyle change play out in real-time as the contagion accelerates globally; and technology has become indispensable when it comes to accepting and adapting to this new normal.
Recent data show that we have vaulted five years forward in consumer and business digital adoption in a matter of around eight weeks.
Banks have transitioned to remote sales and service teams and launched digital outreach to customers to make flexible payment arrangements for loans and mortgages"
Source McKinsey Digital:- https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/mckinsey-digital/our-insights/the-covid-19-recovery-will-be-digital-a-plan-for-the-first-90-days
Financial Institutions will need to look towards fintechs, in order to make this shift to digital or even "PHYGITAL" (hybrid of physical and digital) with lower costs and quicker turnarounds.
DBS Bank has seen 100Mn more digital banking transactions this year, compared to the same period in 2019. The use of digital payments has also more than doubled, with e-commerce transactions rising by as much as close tot 40 percent in value
India, where the government has been urging people to use digital payments in the wake of the pandemic, has witnessed a 10% growth in digital payments. In Singapore local banks say the number of customers who have switched to digital banking has grown tremendously
The current situation has acted like a wake-up call for both governments and organisations especially financial institutions. Till recently, for Banks, talking about digital was merely a way of showing customers that they were keeping up with the changing times. But in most cases, this referred to only a superficial digital layer that was customer facing. COVID-19 has disrupted banks' traditional channels like nothing we have seen before, forcing branch closures, restructuring call centers to work remotely and testing digital delivery channels. Banks may appear to have the best service outward looking, but if not supported internally by robust technological systems then a situation like this has simply served as a rude shock and most Banks have fallen sorely short of customer expectations.
COVID-19 is just a catalyst that has helped push customers along the technology adoption curve. The important fact however is that once onboarded, users tend to stick with the new habit if it's more convenient. This shift towards digital products and services, accelerated by the virus, will therefore have a long-lasting effect on the years to come. Digital-only is now the new norm and is here to stay. Even after the epidemic, how consumers relate to their bank and do banking will be forever changed.
Young adults are currently the biggest adopters of digital-banking with 25% of those between the ages of 18 and 24 having an online-only account. The other segments have used online merely to support transactions when going to a branch has not been possible. This is about to change, because faced with fear and situations beyond their control, people are adopting technology at a pace as never witnessed before.
By putting the customer at the core of their business strategy, banks can still find a way to add some stability to their businesses. Financial institutions that lead in customer experience have a higher recommendation rate, a higher share of customer mind space and a greater likelihood that these customers stick to them. It is therefore critical to start any digital transformation journey with the customer at its center and as an endeavor to digitize the ideal customer experience. However more often than not, the banks start with their existing process and existing technology stack, and then try to put the client experience on top of that. This is what has led to superficial digital layers which come crashing down at the first sign of crisis.
Consumers' growing desire for digital banking services will force many traditional financial institutions to fast-track digital transformation efforts, as a result, many of them will have no choice but to turn to fintechs for assistance in drastically reducing time to market for digital banking solutions to the marketplace. As more customers stay and work from home, online investments will also pick up, and Robo-advisors, online trading, and InsurTech etc will be preferred for wealth management. MFIs and NBFCs which have traditionally been driven by physical methods of cash collection, face to face verification and onboarding of new customers will now have to seek new ways to embrace digital.
With the foray of new technologies and financial tech institutions slicing into the banking pie and more importantly, with the uncertainty of global events, the banking industry needs to quickly adapt and look towards elevating the customer experience and also finding a way to engaging customers remotely. This will lead to rising demand for fintech enablers around AI, IoT, and software solutions. One such platform that can help financial institutions and Banks achieve rapid results and quicker go to market is Arttha from PureSoftware.
ARTTHA, the unified fintech platform from PureSoftware is a 'Digital in a Box' solution that allows financial institutions to leverage the platform in a SaaS as well as on-premise model for enterprise scale deployments. ARTTHA'S lightweight core-banking along with payments help fintechs and legacy banks transform digitally within a minimal lead time and with minimum disruption to their existing systems and processes.
Arttha is built leveraging a microservices architecture with unique microservices for each functional module. Every module can hence run independently of each other and the functionality can be exposed to third party partners leveraging the 300+ APIs in the platform. Click here to know more about Arttha.
Digital Transformation in no longer a catchphrase, it's now an absolute necessity for business success
New replaces Old. It is a tale as old as time. The digital age is quickly pushing past the old world and the "Leaders" that are quick to adapt to a mobile first approach for their services will be the first to see improvement in their ROIs and earn some trust from their consumers. Automating processes and improving customer communication by implementing new age digital solutions should be the way forward for banks moving on. The winners will be those who can adapt to customer's digital behavior with speed and easy of access
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Manish is an accomplished leader in the Information Technology Industry with more than two decades of experience across the globe, especially emerging and frontier markets. He Co-Founded the APJ business at PureSoftware and is leading a passionate team focused on Digital Platforms in Clinical Trials, fintech, IoT and IT Services. Based in Singapore, Manish is also an Advisor to multiple technology start-ups and is passionate about fintech, insure-Tech and Digital Platforms.


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With a rich and detailed tone of an acoustic guitar, Zoom A2 Acoustic is created by a delicate triple harmony of strings, neck, and body. It is a piezo or magnetic pickup that never captures the full body resonance, but often results in thin sound dominated by the strings. This tendency can't be fully compensated with a conventional preamp equalizer. The Zoom A2 series incorporates 24-bit/96 kHz sampling and sophisticated sound modeling technology to process the line signal from the pickup. Thus, it is adding a lush body tone and the spatial ambience that is created by mic recording.
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- Jan 3, 2007
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This tournament has already ended. It was originally started by goltar25 on Jun 4, 2004. Last post was made Oct 10, 2004. (link to original thread on diabloii.net)
HC tourney, low level, max random skills
Alright, I'm new here, but I've got an idea for a tournament that seems interesting. Hardcore, SP, max random skills, low level. Here are the rules:
1. Hardcore only
2. Class chosen randomly, 1-7
If you don't like your first class, you may reroll once, but you are stuck with the second class. I am using the random number generator at http://www.random.org/nform.html
3. Skills are chosen randomly and maxed, one at a time. Skills will be chosen randomly from those available at the time. For example, if you are a paladin, your first skill will be chosen from Prayer, Resist Fire, Might, Sacrifice, and Smite. Let's say you get Prayer as your first skill. Once you've put 20 points into it, another skill will be randomly chosen, this time from Cleansing, Resist Fire, Resist Cold, Resist Lightning, Defiance, Might, Thorns, Sacrifice, Smite, and Holy Bolt. I will create random number charts for every class and skill combination by the time the tournament starts for the first skills, and as soon as possible for second, third, etc. skills. No rerolls are allowed for skills. Also, keep us updated on which skills you get.
4. You can only put points into the skill that is being maxed at the time, but you can use any skill available, including through charges and +skills items.
5. You can mule items off of your character and mule items on that were found by this character.
6. All quests must be completed and all waypoints must be activated.
7. Points will be awarded for each quest completed and each waypoint activated (except the town waypoint) as (100-Clvl)*(act+diffbonus)*mod where act is the number of the act for the quest or waypoint, diffbonus is 0 for normal, 5 for nightmare, and 10 for hell, Clvl is the Clvl at completion/activation, and mod is 2 for a quest, 1 for a waypoint. If completing a quest raises your level, use your Clvl immediately prior to completing the quest.
8. Ranking will be based on point total. Ties will be broken as follows: If one character has completed all quests and waypoints, and the other died, then the one who completed everything is ranked higher. If both have completed everything, then the character to finish first is ranked higher. If both died, then the character who died last is ranked higher.
9. Prizes. When your character dies or finishes, send the character to me, g***.com, and all items (except common things like potions, scrolls, etc.) will be stored in an ATMA stash. Upon completion of the tournament, players will select items from the stash, beginning with the winner, moving through everyone who participated, until all items are taken. Since there will probably be more items than players, higher rank players will get more items than lower rank players, the exact number will be determined at the end of the tournament.
10. Tournament will begin on Saturday, June 5, at 12:00 noon RPGForums time. All players who wish to enter should do so by Friday night, June 4, 12:00 midnight, RPGForums time.
11. Tournament will continue until either all characters are dead, finished, or everyone gets tired of it.
12. Updates do not need to be posted immediately, but all completions/activations must include your Clvl at completion/activation in order to count towards your score. I will try to post updated scores daily.
This should cover everything, but if there are any questions/comments, post them here. Good luck to all. I'll be participating as Nymarix the Paladin.
Also, you can MP if you wish, and any /players x setting is ok. Here is the initial skills random number chart.
2-Inner Sight
3-Critical Strike
4-Magic Arrow
5-Fire Arrow
1-Tiger Strike
2-Dragon Talon
3-Claw Mastery
4-Psychic Hammer
5-Fire Blast
2-Find Potion
3-Sword Mastery
4-Axe Mastery
5-Mace Mastery
4-Poison Creeper
1-Amplify Damage
3-Bone Armor
4-Raise Skeleton
4-Resist Fire
2-Frozen Armor
5-Charged Bolt
My initial skill is Smite.
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Thought these would be nice for a bit of High Summer Holiday Tee layout inspiration.
Sunday, 22 May 2011
Inspired by J Crews Pub Sign Tee print
I thought id post some of my Vintage Beer Mat collection from the 60s-re found in Dads attic-Loads more to come!!!
New York Last week-
One colour vintage hand drawn Graphics
New York Trip last week-
Some excellent commercial starting points-Pub signs such as Hope and Anchor or Slug and lettuce,how blokey can you get- it even makes an Anchor look masculine.
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In this study the change of intramyocardial blood volume within one cardiac cycle was deduced from the time sequence of the volume delineated by radiopaque markers attached to the left ventricular wall. These data were compared with the change in the volume of the same region of myocardium estimated from the change in angiographic opacification of the heart wall. Five dogs were anesthetized, and four pairs of 2-mm-diameter lead beads were attached to the epicardial and endocardial regions. Two scans using the dynamic spatial reconstructor (a high-speed computed tomographic scanner) were performed during aortograms, one under control conditions and the other during adenosine infusion. The results have shown that the increases of myocardial volume defined by the beads (ΔV(bead), % of volume at control) were comparable to the increase of intramyocardial blood volumes estimated by the increase in wall opacity (ΔV(blood), % of muscle); ΔV(blood) = 0.93 ΔV(bead) + 1.54%; r = 0.987.
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[yojün] is a digital table for cooperative and/or competitive games for up to 12 players.
It was designed by Samy Barras & Romain Enselme.
Two games are currently available.
Each player joins a team and must propel his avatar to the center of the board. Beware of bouncing, destructive obstacles and collisions with other players!
An astral universe where each player shoots comets to collect stars and create constellations of his/her own color.


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"I will not read your fucking script." Sagt Josh Olson. Zu Recht.
"It rarely takes more than a page to recognize that you're in the presence of someone who can write, but it only takes a sentence to know you're dealing with someone who can't.
(By the way, here's a simple way to find out if you're a writer. If you disagree with that statement, you're not a writer. Because, you see, writers are also readers.)
You may want to allow for the fact that this fellow had never written a synopsis before, but that doesn't excuse the inability to form a decent sentence, or an utter lack of facility with language and structure. The story described was clearly of great importance to him, but he had done nothing to convey its specifics to an impartial reader. (…)
Which brings us to an ugly truth about many aspiring screenwriters: They think that screenwriting doesn't actually require the ability to write, just the ability to come up with a cool story that would make a cool movie. Screenwriting is widely regarded as the easiest way to break into the movie business, because it doesn't require any kind of training, skill or equipment. Everybody can write, right? And because they believe that, they don't regard working screenwriters with any kind of real respect. They will hand you a piece of inept writing without a second thought, because you do not have to be a writer to be a screenwriter."


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DFW International Airport Welcomes 100,000th Soldier From U.S. Military's Rest And Recuperation Program
Airport Presents Sgt. Charles Petty With Gifts; More Than 1,500 Volunteers Have Joined Welcome Program
DFW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (August 27, 2004) - Stepping off the plane to a hero's welcome, Sergeant Charles Petty of Gillette, Wyoming was greeted today by more than 100 well wishers, DFW Airport volunteers and community groups as the 100,000th soldier to have participated in the U.S. Military's Rest and Recuperation Program. Sergeant Petty was presented with a DFW gift bag, one of the Airport's "Hats for Heroes" baseball caps, a 6-pack of Diet Pepsi bearing the DFW logo and gift certificates from TGI Friday's and Blockbuster Video.
And for DFW, the milestone is another highlight to a daily welcoming ceremony that has become a North Texas tradition, with so many community groups wanting to volunteer that a waiting list had to be created.
We are exceptionally proud to pause and celebrate this momentous occasion for Sergeant Petty, our Airport and our country," says Jim Crites, executive vice president of operations at DFW. "It's also a great reminder of the daily celebration our community organizes for each and every R&R flight that arrives at DFW. We are so delighted to have the opportunity to honor and welcome home all of our brave soldiers and are humbled by the outpouring of affection exhibited by our local community who selflessly serve their country."
DFW is one of only two U.S. airports now hosting the R&R program, along with Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. DFW worked closely with the North Texas Commission to mobilize greeting groups from nearby cities, Chambers of Commerce, schools, clubs and scouts. More than 1,500 volunteers have participated in the program since June 16, and community groups have "booked" daily greetings every day through January 2005, with a waiting list of organizations ready to participate.
"We are delighted to assist DFW International Airport with its greeting program for the troops returning for R&R," said Dan Petty, president/CEO of the North Texas Commission, a regional non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the economy and quality of life in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. "This is truly a regional effort of patriotic citizens wanting to show their support for our troops. And we have also received a number of letters from soldiers expressing their gratitude for the warm welcome they received at DFW. We're glad to do it."
The Airport has donated more than $500,000 in landing fees and other services since the R&R program began, and continues to mobilize its Customer Service, Operations and Interfaith Chaplaincy departments to assist special needs of soldiers, along with its DFW Airport Ambassador corps and community groups.
The USO also opened a facility at DFW on Memorial Day of this year to accommodate soldiers and their families. The DFW USO is located in Terminal B near Gate B-14.
To arrange interviews, contact Ken Capps, Vice President, Public Affairs at 972-574- 8080 or email@example.com.


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Styrene 2-40 ppm
Draeger Chip Measurement System
The world's only Chip Measurement System® (CMS) makes spot measurements as easy as 1, 2, 3: insert chip—start measurement—read measurement result on the LCD display. The Dräger CMS combines the advantages of the Draeger Tubes® with those of an optoelectronic analysis system.
Suitable for 10 measurements of one gas.
Simple to use
The Draeger Chips CMS is ready for use after only a brief instruction. It makes no difference which gas or vapor you wish to measure – the instrument is used in the same way every time. The operation is guided by a menu on the display and a single button/switch. The display can be backlit and is available in German, English, French or Spanish. After an automatic system self-test, the analyser is powered up and the measurement system is immediately ready for operation. Simply insert the chip, perform the measurement and read the measurement result displayed as a concentration on the screen. At the end of the measurement, the chip is automatically ejected from the instrument, and the analyser shuts down. An audible signal sounds after each operating step. Power is supplied by four standard and easily replaceable batteries which are especially suited to the analyser's requirements (see technical data). The battery capacity allows for more than seven hours of measurement and is, of course, always displayed on the screen.
The principle of mass current measurement ensures that the instrument remains unaffected by fluctuations in air pressure. Because the chips are calibrated before leaving the factory, there is no need for the user to calibrate the Dräger CMS. Any possible temperature and humidity effects are checked during factory calibration. The analyser is explosion protected and certified in accordance with Cenelec (Europe), UL (USA) and UL/CSA (Canada). In addition, the system is protected against dust and splash water in accordance with IP 54, and is resistant to electromagnetic waves.
To allow measurements at places which are difficult to access, a remote system is available. This comprises of an additional pump and extension hose, and is connected to the back of the analyser. Because the remote system is activated by its own switch, the system can remain attached to the analyser. A telescopic probe can also be attached to the Remote-System.
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From time to time, OnAllCylinders will provide a peek at some of the newest products and deals that can help get your next project on track for less. Check out what's in our parts bin this week:
A lot of Blue Oval purists were concerned about the 3.5L EcoBoost's place in the F-150 lineup. Those concerns were put to rest when folks saw the 3.5L's power figures—well north of 350 HP in the 2018 F-150.
But the folks at JET Performance are always looking for ways to improve performance, which is why we're not suprised that they found a way to pull more power out of the 3.5L EcoBoost.
JET's got a new Powr-Flo Throttle Body that provides more air flow into the engine's combustion chambers. JET engineers tell us that additional air flow results in quicker throttle response, better fuel economy, and more horsepower.
The new throttle body is an excellent complement to EcoBoost engines that already have supporting modifications, like an air intake kit, upgraded turbocharger, or exhaust system.
JET's new Powr-Flo Throttle Body for the Ford 3.5L EcoBoost is also CARB-approved, E.O. #D-234-10.
Applications include:
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JET also makes upgraded throttle bodies for Ford's 5.0L Coyote, plus certain GM LS-series engines and Chrysler/Dodge Gen III Hemi.


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Levers of Change
The idea for this series developed from a forum organized by the American Psychological Association, the American Educational Research Association, the National Science Foundation, and the Center for Education at the National Research Council on multiple methods in education research. At this forum, Dr. Pat Forgione, (now former) superintendent of the Austin School District, hosted a dialogue with two scholars who were each asked to analyze a problem situation Forgione provided from his district. The audience responded very enthusiastically to this exercise and in the evaluations expressed the desire for more complementary analyses of real-world problems that could serve as a component of research training in education. It is our intention to have this volume and the others in the series serve as case-based teaching material for graduate classes in education policy, and to inform the work of researchers, practitioners, and policy leaders.


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In an industry like ours, we need to have a deep understanding of all things solar so that we can not only provide our customers with the best products and services but do so in a way that protects the environment.
For us, that means seeking out education, training, and certification opportunities whenever we can, which is why Renewable Energy Design Group is a proud, certified member of the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).
What is the NABCEP?
The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) is a non-profit 501 (c)(6) corporation that was created to hold businesses in the renewable energy industry to a certain set of standards.
Founded in 2002, the NABCEP's mission is to "support, and work with, the renewable energy and energy efficiency industries, professionals, and stakeholders to develop and implement quality credentialing and certification programs for practitioners."
The standards created by the NABCEP address both professional and ethical practices. The NABCEP's Code of Ethics & Standard of Conduct is the only enforceable code of ethics in the renewable energy industry.
Plus, not only does a NABCEP's certification protect renewable energy providers, but their customers as well. It's a means for renewable energy customers to hold installers accountable for their actions, should they engage in unethical behavior, knowing that any violations that are reported will be investigated and disciplined as needed.
How Did RED Group Become NABCEP Certified?
NABCEP certification is truly the gold standard of the renewable energy industry. As a voluntary certification, practitioners are responsible for meeting the standards and qualifications required all by themselves.
A team of subject matter experts has painstakingly designed the process of NABCEP certification and the requirements that have been laid out have been determined to be reasonably achievable by both stakeholders and installers.
To obtain NABCEP certification, an installer must first have:
Experience in the renewable energy industry as a person responsible for installing PV systems
At least 58 hours of advanced PV training before the application deadline
A 10-hour OSHA construction industry card or equivalent
After the above requirements have been met, the certification candidate must pass the NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification Exam.
Benefits of NABCEP Certification
This prestigious certification offers benefits to both solar professionals and consumers. For professionals, NABCEP certification is a means of separate themselves from their competition.
It also helps improve the quality of their services, promotes confidence in the eyes of consumers, and validates the time installers spend on continuing education programs. Finally, NABCEP certification helps improve the public's perception of the renewable energy industry, thus helping the industry as a whole.
For consumers, NABCEP certification is a way to find highly-qualified installers, judge an installer's overall competence in the field, and protect their investment from potentially fraudulent or unethical installers.
It can also help consumers make a decision on which installer to work with, as they can choose from an uncertified renewable energy company or a certified on, like the team at Renewable Energy Design Group!
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It is probably the most overrated painting in the history of art -- the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci.
This murky portrait, hanging behind protective glass at the Louvre, draws thousands of visitors a day. It has inspired volumes of essays, research, speculation, a film and at least one song. (Thank you, Nat King Cole.) And scientists are now saying they have cracked the mystery of the painting technique -- sfumato -- which consists of thin layers of paint and glaze, reappplied dozens of times.
The scientists say they used a noninvasive technique (X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy) to study the layers and their chemical composition. That's interesting as far as technology goes, but do we really care? Why, in fact, do we care at all about this dreary portrait?
She has been identified as Lisa Gherardini, the wife of a Florentine merchant, Francesco del Giocondo. (In fact, the French and Italian names for her are La Joconde and La Gioconda; whence came our English "Mona Lisa"?) The woman is plain, with a long nose, tired eyes shifting to the side and that annoyingly wan smile. Her arms are placidly crossed over her voluminous dark garment in a matronly manner, and a dark landscape (a Leonardo trademark) rises behind her.
It's estimated that Leonardo spent four years working on it (and the signs of his sitter's fatigue are surely there!). Some serious researchers have suggested that the portrait may actually be the artist's portrait of himself, transposed as a female. What cultural chaos, if that were ever proven! Da Vinci in drag.
Meanwhile, we are left with this mad mystique. When did it all begin? Is it possible that Lisa, or her husband, hired a public relations firm? Hardly. Did an owner of the painting deliberately publicize it before putting it up for sale? Maybe. Was its notoriety enhanced after the work was stolen? Definitely. And why is another, finer portrait by Leonardo -- The Lady With an Ermine -- overlooked and overshadowed by Lisa?
That portrait, painted about fifteen years earlier, is a luminous study of Cecilia Gallerani, the mistress of Lodovico Sforza, who was Duke of Milan and Leonardo's patron. Cecilia is sixteen years old; she gently cradles an ermine (also identified as a ferret), a symbol of purity. She is wearing a gorgeous dress, her hair is exquisitely arranged, and there is no distracting landscape behind her. The colors are fresh and sparkling, and her sideways pose, with a three-quarter profile, was a dynamic innovation in portraiture.
In a way, I'm glad Cecilia does not have Lisa's fame. It would spoil her to be turned into a world-renowned symbol, a public icon. And besides, I can calculate who my true soulmates are: the art aficionados who prefer Cecilia to Lisa!


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Do you want to land a technical role in the engineering or data analysis departments even though most of your formal experience and skills lie over on the non-tech side of the aisle?
Maybe you're already working in the tech industry. Or maybe you are in a different industry and want to transition both industry and role.
Wherever you're at, in this article we'll show you how to transition from a non-technical to a technical role even if you don't have a degree, traditional job experience or formal training.
In a minute, we are going to take a look at specific tactics you can use to change careers but first, let's figure out your why. Because there are many compelling reasons to switch career tracks.
Maybe you're not satisfied with your industry, field or role. Maybe you just want a new challenge or you feel ready to pursue a career you actually want but never felt you could get.
A lot of the growing, exciting fields in tech like AI, mobile, AR and VR didn't really exist 10 years ago. Even the "established" roles like software engineer and data analyst are still relatively new.
So when you were mapping out your career path, a lot of these opportunities never made it on your radar. But learning a brand new skill, being at the forefront of leading technology, getting to be one of the few to master and use these emerging skills… that excites you. And it's a good reason to make your move into tech.
Because tech jobs are highly skilled, they tend to pay well. The global average salary for a tech worker in 2017 was $135k.
And because the industry is growing and expanding rapidly - and we are discovering and creating new technology and applications - there's plenty of room for growth.
I don't know about you, but when I was in high school trying to decide what to do with the rest of my life, I felt trapped. (Usually) well-meaning teachers and family members only talked about the options they thought you should pursue. And those options were often limited to the kind of jobs that were available when they were your age.
And while I feel a bit uncomfortable talking about this, there was definitely a bit of "This is the type of jobs/careers/degrees people like you go into" going on. And so even if you wanted to go into tech - and master those skills - maybe you felt trapped by other people's expectations. And now, for the first time, you feel ready to go after what you want.
There are a lot of different types of jobs available in tech. Each industry (and sometimes each company) favors certain methods, programming languages and software.
Because the opportunities are so many, we're not going to talk about how to get a specific role. Instead, I'll show you how to find the right role for you and then build up the skills you need to land it.
Making a major change isn't easy. It doesn't happen overnight. It requires continuous, relentless commitment. Your transition from a non-technical to a technical role can take months, even years.
And during that time, you'll come face to face with a fun psychological phenomenon: The Emotional Cycle of Change.
This cycle happens every time you decide to make a change. It starts off pretty great. You feel excited about the new challenge and the potential end result. But then it gets hard. The end is too far in the future to really see. You've begun to realize just how much work this change will take… and it's starting to take a toll on you.
It took Regan Starr, an engineer at Zapier, 3 years and 8 months land his dream role on the platform team.
During those first 3 years, Starr decided he wanted to work for Zapier and started a tutorial site, answering the questions Zapier's customers were asking on Twitter to show he understood the software and was serious about joining the team. Then, when a job opened up on the customer support team, he applied. He leveraged his skills, experience and hard work to parlay that opportunity into his dream role.
I'm not saying it will take you three years. But to keep going, to master the skills you'll need to transition into a tech role, will take perseverance and time. That's why you need to get clear on why you want this in the first place. What do you want to get out of this role? How will your life change as a result?
Visualization can be a powerful tool. Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps uses it every time he enters the swimming pool. He's not alone. This kind of mental preparation has helped high-performing athletes, entrepreneurs and C-suite execs hit their goals.
So picture your end game clearly because if you don't, making it through all the challenges along the way will be much, much harder.
Gaining the skills for a new job isn't easy. It's an investment of time, effort, energy, money. Before you commit to a path, look at the different roles available. Speak to people who are currently in those jobs and find out what they love (and hate) about them.
Speak to people at your work. Connect with them on LinkedIn. Ask your friends to make introductions to people they know. Attend industry events. Go to online conferences. Check out niche blog posts, classes, webinars, digital summits. All of these will help you find your place in the tech industry. Ideally, one that matches your strengths, interests and drives.
Every career has advantages and disadvantages and going in with your eyes open will make it easier to handle the hard times. Get to know the less glamorous side of tech before you commit to it. The hours. The challenges. The work. The expectations.
Once you know the type of role you're looking for, it's time to map out the exact skills you'll need to land it.
All the conversations you've been having with people working in similar positions up to this point should help with that. To get a really precise idea the skills you'll need, take a look at the job descriptions from your dream companies and write down exactly what they're looking for.
This is Calendly's description for a Senior Android Engineer. It tells you what platforms you should master and the systems you need to learn.
If you decided your dream job was to work for the mobile team at Calendly, you'll need to prioritize getting experience in Java and Kotlin, working with Activity Lifecycle and consuming APIs and writing clean mobile code.
A similar role at Google requires different skills:
Look through different job descriptions for the type of companies you'd like to work for and build your list from there. Then narrow down the skills to the most common ones and focus on mastering them first.
What are the go-to tools in the sector you'd like to work in? What about the common methodologies? Getting to know those - and getting some measurable experience in them - can give you an advantage.
Your current job (and industry) have their own specific terms, acronyms and phrases. The kind of language that sounds completely normal to you and the people you work with but sounds pretty weird to your friends and family...
When you shift roles, you need to learn the language your new colleagues will use. That's why it's so important to get to know what software and methodologies you'll work with. You can do this by speaking to experts in your new field, listening to podcasts and webinars, reading niche blogs or just getting involved in forum discussions.
You've decided on the type of role you want and you know what kind of skills you need to get it. Time to start building up that skill set.
There are plenty of online resources and courses that let you get started for free. You can sign up for a free course through a platform like Coursera or eDX, or get a low-cost crash course through Udemy, Skillshare or Lynda.
Once you know what skills you need - and feel confident that this career shift is right for you - you can invest in a coding bootcamp, a professional or college certification or hire an expert to help you.
Does the engineering department where you work need extra help? You can volunteer your time and get involved in minor projects. Have a favorite small charity that could use your help? You can offer up your time to help them with specific projects. Or you can team up with local businesses.
You can also work on voluntary projects with others online and get involved in communities like the GitHub one. (Dollar Shave Club proactively source talent from sites like GitHub.) Just make sure you choose projects that help you practice and develop the essential skills you identified earlier.
This isn't for everyone. However, if you want to test out your new skills in the real world and show your future employers and team-mates you know how to apply them, you can build up your portfolio through freelancing.
Go back to the skills list you mapped out and use that to figure out what type of projects you should try out, then start looking for clients that need that type of work done. Besides your technical skills, freelancing also helps you build up other core competencies like communication, teamwork and project management.
The way work "works" has changed. It's evolved. While degrees and traditional experience still matter, not having them doesn't have to limit you anymore.
You can get in that door by showing that you know what you're doing. By showing that you've got the skills and you understand the company's needs. Freelancers, contractors and entrepreneurs use this approach successfully to build careers and businesses. You can too.
Unlike traditional resume-focused job matches, JobFit helps you show off your skills to your new employer by making it easy to create that custom pitch. By creating a FitStory, you can highlight the relevant experience and show initiative by outlining how you'll solve their problems. It's perfect for people like you who chose the road less travelled.


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Saint Brigid of Kildare or Brigid of Ireland (c. 451 – 525) is one of Ireland's patron saints along with Saints Patrick and Saint Columcille. Her feast day is February 1, or Candlemas, the traditional first day of spring in Ireland. She is believed to have been an Irish Christian nun, abbess, and foundress of several convents.
Although Brigid is probably the best known Irish saint after Patrick, her life cannot be documented with much certainty. Cogitosus's Life of Brigid was written not much more than a century after her death, but he was mainly concerned with recounting her many miracles. She had a generous heart and could never refuse the poor who came to her door. Brigid was famous for her common-sense and most of all for her holiness: in her lifetime she was regarded as a saint. Since there were no convents in Ireland, Brigid began one in Kildare. The sisters of St. Brigid prayed simply and deeply and served the poor.
St. Brigid, with you we pray for the renewal of monastic life in Ireland. May your example lead us into deeper commitment to proclaim Christ, to live in His presence and to give our life into His service, especially by offering practical help to those in need. Intercede for us to be open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit in our life, and as you so miraculously helped everyone in need, I implore you to help those I pray for (name).


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My middle daughter leaves this weekend to head back to school for her senior year. She's so ready. She misses her friends, her studies, and her routine. She wants what we all want–for life to return to normal. Of course, normal is very relative these days, and her final year in college will not resemble anything she has come to know as normal. Still, she's excited to embark on this transitional journey of senior year.
I remember my senior year of college. I was so certain of what I wanted to do with my life. I wanted to work at the National Archives, doing research, writing papers, and recording and preserving history. That desire came about gradually over the course of my four years. I had gone to college determined to be the next Peggy Noonan, writing memorable, quotable speeches for future presidents. My love of history won out over my love of politics, and I began seeking graduate programs in historical preservation. When I moved home after graduation, with no money in the bank, I took a job at our local library, hoping to put away enough money to pay for my next degree. I had been accepted into both George Washington and American Universities, and neither was inexpensive. In a move that evidently surprised nobody who knew me, after spending a summer working in our local library, I ended up going to library school instead. Isn't it funny how a simple summer job can change the course of one's course?
My story is not unique.
Many, if not most college students, change their minds over the course of their studies and choose different paths than the ones they originally set upon. My daughter is no different. Katie applied to college as a history major, but by the time she left for school, she was an education major. A year later, she was studying nutrition, then she settled on communication and theater which she has maintained for more than a year. But what next? She is still trying to figure that out.
Over the summer, Katie was asked to become the website manager and social media marketer for a lovely local Italian import shop. She ended up doing so much more than working on a computer. She helped with stocking and inventory. She worked the register. She became a taste tester and learned so much about Italian foods and wines. She fell in love with the store, her fellow employees, and the idea of bridging the gap between the two countries for the many patrons who wandered into the shop. All of this got her thinking about how much she loves to travel and how she might like to use her communication degree while working in the travel industry. Again, isn't it funny how a simple summer job can change the course of one's course?
The truth is, it wasn't simply my job in the library or Katie's job at the shop that made the difference. It was the people we met, the things we learned, and the possibilities they presented to us that truly opened our eyes and our minds to our futures.
I think that's one reason this pandemic has been so hard for everyone. We are living in such small bubbles right now. We aren't able to meet new people, go new places, see new things, or gain new experiences. I've heard so many say that their creativity has plummeted. So many are lonely and depressed. So many are afraid and uncertain. I look at Katie and think, how lucky you are to have had this opportunity! I pray that it leads her into a career that she loves. Because that's what matters–that we do something we love.
I've been writing my entire life. It has never felt like a chore to me. When I sit down at my desk and begin to tell a story, I feel myself truly fulfilling my purpose, doing what I was meant to be doing. I'm not sure many people feel that way every day when they go to work, but I think it's so important that we all get to experience that.
Life is too short and very unpredictable. Haven't we all seen that these past few months? Perhaps this is a time to really think about your life, reflect on where you are, what you're doing, and where you want to be. What is God calling you to do? What is your purpose? What will make you feel happy and fulfilled?
As things begin to open, let your heart and mind be open as well. What is your passion? Are you seeking that passion? Are you doing something that makes you love getting up in the morning? Do you feel like you're setting the world on fire? If not, what do you need to do to make that happen? Once you figure that out, you're on your way to being the person God meant you to be.
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Make A Better Home For Your Family With These Home Improvement Tips
There is more to home improvements than making your home attractive. The following article has advice to help you how to make the right home improvement choice and how to do it right.
When you reroof, be sure to use a light colored or white shingle or tile. Light-colored tiles will reflect sun rays rather than absorbing them, which will decrease the amount of built-up heat in your attic. You can save a substantial amount on your monthly heating and cooling bill.
A Victorian house on a block of saltbox cottages will stick out in a sore thumb. A home that blends seamlessly into the neighborhood is going to have a greater chance of selling when it's time to move.
As you tackle home improvements, be mindful to observe your surroundings, making sure to do just those projects that are sensible. Odd projects, like uninsulated sun rooms in colder areas or an open deck in places where the weather is unbearably hot can give a potential buyer pause. Only renovate in a fashion that matches your climate and works for a variety of tastes and styles.
Work on the most obvious areas when doing home first. Potential buyers will go by what they can see, and having unsightly things such as cracked and peeling paint or a yard overgrown with weeds can be a cause for them to walk from a good deal. While there is a lot to do in terms of improvements that people cannot see, for the selling of your house you need to focus on the obvious visual ones.
In home improvement, you should focus on making improvements that are highly visible. If you are selling your home, potential buyers can only judge the house by the things they see. While visual improvements aren't always the most important, they are when it comes to selling your house.
If a lock is having problems, you can replace the entire knob or just the cylinder. The cylinder represents the portion of the lock that performs the lock. If your key has been lost and you would like to change out the lock to ensure you're protected, you can simply replace the cylinder.
A fresh coat of paint is the quickest and easiest home improvement project to tackle. A nice new coat of paint will make a house look new and doesn't take a lot of money or time. If you want to sell your home, then adding new paint to your home can improve your home's appearance to potential buyers.
Visit some open houses to find ideas of what may look in your home. Lots of model homes are a great place to get good ideas.
The next time you think about home improvement, think about adding solar panels onto your house. While the upfront cost may be large, you may find it to be a wise investment in comparison to the rising costs of electricity. In addition to the power you use right away, you can store extra or sell it back to the electric company to maximize your savings. Solar panels are an excellent, natural solution for providing energy to your home.
Don't forget about landscaping when planning your home improvements. Your yard is the first item people view when they visit your home, making a well landscaped lawn sure to impress.
A drill is perhaps the most important tool for any home improvement project. You can make holes and even attach screws. To meet most of your work requirements, your best bet is a battery-powered drill packing 9 volts or more. For bits and attachments, make sure you have drivers for screws (both Phillips and flat-head) and drill bits in one-quarter, one-eighth, one-sixteenth, and one-thirty-second inch.
Free up some space on your nightstands and end tables by choosing a floor lamp as opposed to using a table lamp. Select stylish lamps that complements your decor.
Install some motion detectors in the entrance of your house. When you are only turning on the light when required, you are saving a lot of money on electricity. Motion detectors can also be a detractor to thieves, as the lights will turn on in their presence and alert others that they are there.
Purchase high-quality supplies for an home improvement project. It may cost a bit more up-front, but you will be happy you made the choice when the tools are still working at the end of your project. Tools can cost a fortune and you don't want to be doing is replacing them regularly.
You need a list of all steps concerning a do-it-yourself renovation project. You can be very disappointed with the results if you skip a step when planning.
If you are bored with your home or find yourself running out of space, consider giving your home a face lift with simple home improvement projects first.
In a home improvement project that involves bricks, it is a wise investment to buy extra bricks. When doing repairs, you'll be able to easily match the preexisting bricks because you have more of the same kind. Brick styles are always changing. That's why it's a good idea to buy some extra bricks when you purchase brick for a project. Purchase as many as you can afford and store comfortably.
When you want to put in new cabinets, try using wood cabinets. They are durable and stand up very well to daily use. Cabinets come in wood like oak, cherry and oak. All such wood types are suitable for staining, so in the future if you decide to change up the color, it is easy to do so.
Paint is the first thing to think about when you're styling a room. Painting the walls and ceiling of a room can be done far easier if you do it before having new flooring installed. Even if you take extra precautions to protect the floor, paint will probably drop onto it if you paint the walls and ceiling first.
Chandeliers are a place in your home. You can get yourself an elegant chandelier to provide a focal point in your home for a mere $500.If you also want your chandelier to provide bright lighting and really sparkle, try getting one that puts out 200-400 watts.
Do you find yourself bothered by excessive heat and glare in your home? Tinting your windows can help. FOrtunately, you should be able to do this yourself. In the end, it will even save you money as it reduces how often you need to run your AC unit.
Move furnishings away from your walls to make a room look bigger. This makes it seem that the room is larger while giving it a more contemporary ambiance.
Be certain that no particular room ever gets too much furniture. Too much furniture makes a space appear smaller and cluttered. While the pieces may be functional for you, prospective buyers may be turned off. Your room will seem bigger with fewer furnishings.
Get an electrician to put an outlet inside the cabinet above your microwave. This will allow you to hide the cord needed to plug your microwave in that is not visible. A simple fix like this will keep you from having a cord hanging around in your kitchen air.
Did you know that you can plant grown flowers instead of bulbs and seeds? By planting flowers that are already grown, you can add some instant beauty and value to your home. The mature plants and flowers can add some immediate life and color to a potentially drab area. If you're planting seeds and bulbs, you obviously have to wait until they grow. Buyers tend to be more amicable to a home that will require less work once purchased.
A good way to improve the look of your landscaping is to plant fully grown flowers. Mature plants add instant color to your home and boost curb appeal instantly. It can take seedlings to grow in order to provide similar benefits. You want the house buyer to know that there's no need to put forth a bunch of effort to get the yard look good.
A great time to approach home improvement projects is during a slumping real estate market. Homeowners will save a lot of money on big projects during times like this, since contractors are desperate for the work. Home improvements don't expire. You will see your investment pay off once the housing market makes a turn for the better.
If you don't want to spend hours working on your lawn or hire someone to do it, one alternative is to put together a yard that requires minimal maintenance. This usually will consist of a few rock beds that have hardy plants that require little water. This option will cut down on maintenance time and water.
You should always use the best quality paint outside. If you select paints that are the best available, you will find that your work lasts a great deal longer. Even though quality paint has a higher price tag, it will be more durable and it will cover the surface of your house more quickly and easily. If you choose a low-quality paint, you will probably have to paint your house again a few years from now.
The result is bent bristles will bend and wear out quicker. Mops should also be hung up in a way that allows them to dry completely and avoid mildew.
For major work, hire someone who is experienced. Contractors, architects, and designers have their jobs for a reason. They are skilled in doing this kind of difficult work. Hiring a pro with a good reputation is the best way to ensure a job well done.
Asbestos can be very harmful substance that requires special care when disposing and requires a special way to remove and dispose of it. If the ceiling does have asbestos, then you are better off hiring a professional who owns the correct equipment to properly remove the ceiling.
Ready to take on some home decor tasks? Look at items you already have to inspire your artistic imagination. Frames should match the decor style you have.
You can save on energy bills by undertaking some simple and fast home improvements. Putting in Energy Star compliant light bulbs will allow you to use a lot less energy.
When you decide to replace your siding and are considering stucco, keep in mind that it can be very expensive to install on your home. It is important that you understand the investment you're making when you use stucco. You may like a specific look, but you might be able to find something that is more cost efficient.
It is not necessary to change the kitchen cabinets of your home to obtain a new look in order to freshen your kitchen. Just a bit of paint can really change things look so different!There are a number of different finishes that you can be applied to cabinets.
When shopping around for different contractors, try to avoid instantly jumping on the company that offers you the lowest estimate. Research the companies and try to find a company that has received a lot of positive feedback. Even though lower prices might seem appealing, you want to make sure that you get quality more than anything.
Putting some effort into improving your home can make a big difference in so many ways, from comfort to energy efficiency. The tips you just read should help you accomplish a lot. The above tips will help you do this. Start your next project today, and you will soon see all the benefits of becoming a home improvement expert.
Be sure to use a credit card or check to pay your contractor so that you will be able to stop payment if you need to. In this way, you can avoid having unscrupulous contractors skip town with your down payment. It's really good to use a credit card because you'll be able to dispute any transactions for quite some time even after they have transpired.
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