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  1. Comment on Software for humans in ~tech

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    What Git platform? Git is just a version control tool. Did you mean Github?

    What Git platform? Git is just a version control tool. Did you mean Github?

    6 votes

  2. Comment on Software for humans in ~tech

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    An index for software that is clearly marked that is made without the use of generative AI.

    An index for software that is clearly marked that is made without the use of generative AI.

    5 votes

  4. Comment on What are we in a golden age of? in ~talk

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    I came here to say we're in the Golden Age of Grift but Bullshit is a more apt umbrella term for what I'm feeling.

    I came here to say we're in the Golden Age of Grift but Bullshit is a more apt umbrella term for what I'm feeling.

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  5. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    Thanks for the confirmation!

    Thanks for the confirmation!

    1 vote

  6. Comment on What JavaScript framework should I use? in ~comp

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    I'm also a big fan of Mithril for my own web tools and stuff. Simple API, small package, does what you need it to. Great recommendation.

    I'm also a big fan of Mithril for my own web tools and stuff. Simple API, small package, does what you need it to. Great recommendation.

    1 vote

  7. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    I bit the bullet and decided to start reading Neuromancer. It is very fast, slightly confusing, but I think I get it and am following along well. One question though - I am reading a questionable...

    I bit the bullet and decided to start reading Neuromancer. It is very fast, slightly confusing, but I think I get it and am following along well. One question though - I am reading a questionable epub of the novel and in the physical version of the book is there massive paragraphs and all dialogue is inline and uses guillemets? Anyway, I just finished the first part and I can absolutely see the influence this book has had on basically everything in the cyber-punk world. Its a good read so far.

    Before that I finished up The Tall Window, the third Philip Marlowe book by Raymand Chandler. It was not as good as the first two but it read quick.

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  8. Comment on What did you do this week (and weekend)? in ~talk

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    I mastered the audio for a stand up comedy special that has a really tight turnaround. I was able to get a render of the show over to the talent and he had some awesome feedback for me to action...

    I mastered the audio for a stand up comedy special that has a really tight turnaround. I was able to get a render of the show over to the talent and he had some awesome feedback for me to action on this week. This is not the first time I'd one stand up audio work, but it is for the express use in video content. Its a lot of fun getting outside of my comfort zone a bit (I can't edit the timeline at all, just mix and automate).

    Spent time with the family as well, visiting the inlaws and going to backyard parties. A very busy, tiring weekend.

    1 vote

  9. Comment on Linus Torvalds says Linux is not "anti-AI", tells haters to 'fork it' and 'just walk away' in ~tech

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    To further the point, the Laravel tagline is "The clean stack for Artisans and agents." While its changed a bit over the years, the word Artisan was always a part of it.

    To further the point, the Laravel tagline is "The clean stack for Artisans and agents."

    While its changed a bit over the years, the word Artisan was always a part of it.

    4 votes

  10. Comment on Napalm Death: Tiny Desk Concert (2026) in ~music

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    The mix is actually nuts too. So much aggression in such a small place coming out so clearly.

    The mix is actually nuts too. So much aggression in such a small place coming out so clearly.

    3 votes

  11. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    Added to the list - thank you!

    Added to the list - thank you!

    1 vote

  12. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    Currently building it - Inherent Vice is the only one of my list at the moment.

    Currently building it - Inherent Vice is the only one of my list at the moment.

    1 vote

  13. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    I am definitely going to watch the Long Goodbye film. That sounds fantastic. I'll also check out The Crying of Lot 49. Thanks for the recommendations!

    I am definitely going to watch the Long Goodbye film. That sounds fantastic.

    I'll also check out The Crying of Lot 49. Thanks for the recommendations!

    2 votes

  14. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    Since the last time I posted, I was reading Inherent Vice by Pynchon. Just like the movie, that's one of my favourite books I've ever read. I don't know why I love hippie burnout private detective...

    Since the last time I posted, I was reading Inherent Vice by Pynchon. Just like the movie, that's one of my favourite books I've ever read. I don't know why I love hippie burnout private detective stories but man it really gets me. The film does a really, really good job at mimicking the vibe and feel of the book. I'll read it again in a few years probably.

    I also started and finished Ham on Rye by Bukowski. I haven't read a full Bukowski novel before (but I've read a lot of short stories and poetry, which I really liked), and this was quite the read. I get the sense its semi-autobiographical and I walked away from the story thinking about how its a good primer on how someone becomes a reactionary, or even a fascist, due to their upbringing. I don't think that was the point he was trying to get across, specifically, but its how I read it. It was a quick read, I enjoyed the story, but man it was a tough one to think about.

    Finally, I am reading The High Window by Raymond Chandler. I've read The Big Sleep and Farewell, My Lovely already so I figured the next one down is a way to go. I like hard boiled detective books what I can say. I just started the novel, he just got the job from the old lady, and he's met the son. Curious as to where this all goes.

    I think after this I'll need to find something in the queer, sci-fi world. Open to any suggestions - particularly if its a mystery novel.

    6 votes

  15. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    I've also not read the LotR books, but my wife has. We're waiting for our son to get to the age where we're all reading to go through them. Kind of like saving myself for marriage, but reading a...

    I've also not read the LotR books, but my wife has. We're waiting for our son to get to the age where we're all reading to go through them. Kind of like saving myself for marriage, but reading a book with my kid when he's older.

    Do you find the scale of time in the book takes a lot to internalize seeing as you've watched the films? Like does it feel like its too long because of your previous exposure to the story being so quick?

    3 votes

  16. Comment on Give me your culture clash stories in ~travel

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    This isn't entirely exciting, and has probably been belaboured to death by people in similar situations, but we recently spend 10 days in Lisbon. We're Canadians and have a small kid. There was no...

    This isn't entirely exciting, and has probably been belaboured to death by people in similar situations, but we recently spend 10 days in Lisbon. We're Canadians and have a small kid.

    There was no houses anywhere in Lisbon. Everyone lives in apartments to varying degrees of size and amenities. I have lived in a dense city before (Toronto) but not like that. It was incredible to see and we really enjoyed our stay. Hills and all!

    But the real cultural clash that hit us was how much the general public likes kids. They don't just tolerate children, they like them. They like having them around. There are places here where it can feel like our family is a burden because our kid is loud on the bus or train, or the kid is running around. We were on the subway and our kid just ran up and sat next to a stranger and she was absolutely lovely with him. They laughed and smiled at each other and goofed around. It was awesome to see and we definitely left the city with a great impression (we'll be back).

    15 votes

  17. Comment on What's an itch you were finally able to scratch? in ~talk

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    Yeah I am dreading the gross feeling I'll have (no showers at our office). I'll deal with it though just to keep my ticker going healthy.

    Yeah I am dreading the gross feeling I'll have (no showers at our office). I'll deal with it though just to keep my ticker going healthy.

  18. Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books

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    I am generally an optimistic person and this book sounds fantastic. Definitely adding it to my list.

    I am generally an optimistic person and this book sounds fantastic. Definitely adding it to my list.

    2 votes

  19. Comment on Re-watched the Bourne Trilogy after several years, I understand now why it was so influential in ~movies

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    I like your analysis of the fight scenes but there is another big part of why they work so well for the Bourne movies (especially the first one) - Jason Bourne doesn't know what he knows when it...

    I like your analysis of the fight scenes but there is another big part of why they work so well for the Bourne movies (especially the first one) - Jason Bourne doesn't know what he knows when it comes to combat. The fast cuts and shaky camera are a metaphor to Bourne being confused and blind-sided by his own skill in fighting.

    Of course this style is kept through the trilogy because it looks cool, but that's the way I always interpreted it.

    6 votes

  20. Comment on What's an itch you were finally able to scratch? in ~talk

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    I bought a bike on marketplace the other day. Got a helmet, lock, and multi-tool today. Next week: I will bike to work for the first time in 10 years.

    I bought a bike on marketplace the other day. Got a helmet, lock, and multi-tool today. Next week: I will bike to work for the first time in 10 years.

    27 votes