Whether or not our devices are listening to us is a pretty big concern, and ads are usually provided as evidence. However, warentless wiretapping is as old as The Patriot Act, and always-on devices can catch private details. However, that’s a sticky topic I do not want to address. I did once have a coworker… Continue reading Ads and Data Analysis
Category: Life
Scrapping Migration + NodeJS upgrade
I can’t really find a hosting plan that’s affordable for me with my current traffic stats. In order to maintain great traffic ratings I need to be posting daily, and even then great for me is not great for most people. This is kind of a niche field, and I just don’t care enough to… Continue reading Scrapping Migration + NodeJS upgrade
Creating a Linux+ Study Environment
In order to prepare for Linux+ it is incredibly important to have several distributions on your machine simultaneously. When I studied for Linux+ in college I only used Ubuntu Server and Fedora Workstation. However, as it’s pointed out in the Sybex study guide different distributions are like different models of cars with their own pros… Continue reading Creating a Linux+ Study Environment
Portfolio and Resume Advice from Experience
One thing I’ve noticed interacting with people on LinkedIn is that portfolios are kind of the darkside of programming. They’re absolutely essential for landing an internship or even a job, but assembling one let alone representing one can be daunting, and keep you up after midnight. Much like a first date it can be easy… Continue reading Portfolio and Resume Advice from Experience
Personal Health ‘n Stuff
Since I’m trying to post daily I figured I’d go ahead and give some updates on life. First things first, a year ago I had a stroke due to abnormally sticky blood and a flap in my heart. I had some issues with scheduling and communication with several doctors. One of them ended up prematurely… Continue reading Personal Health ‘n Stuff