Xena the Planner 📝
@xena.bsky.social
Blerd|Anime Lover|Gamer Aficionado|Data Delver & Engineer| #100Devs Alum | Former Politico
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When you think about AI, you probably envision huge data centers & complex models. But you may not know that the engine behind AI models originated in a humble gaming PC. Here, Manish explains this surprising development & how GPUs started powering AI systems.
www.freecodecamp.org/news/from-pi...
www.freecodecamp.org/news/from-pi...
November 16, 2025 at 5:01 AM
When you think about AI, you probably envision huge data centers & complex models. But you may not know that the engine behind AI models originated in a humble gaming PC. Here, Manish explains this surprising development & how GPUs started powering AI systems.
www.freecodecamp.org/news/from-pi...
www.freecodecamp.org/news/from-pi...
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Why would anyone compare an AI data centers to oil fields?
Are data centers the new oil fields?
A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) shows that $580 billion will be spent globally on AI data centers in 2025 alone. This is $40 billion more than will be spent on new oil supplies...
techcrunch.com
November 16, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Why would anyone compare an AI data centers to oil fields?
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Sometimes, you just gotta pop out & show them!
Last year it was “Blacksky definitely won’t be it”
This year it’s “Oh you’re THAT Rudy! I follow your work”
Seattle, Cambridge, Maryland, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Atlanta, Delaware, Chicago, LA, Barcelona, San Francisco, Berlin, D.C., Montreal <-- everywhere Blacksky showed up IRL 2025
This year it’s “Oh you’re THAT Rudy! I follow your work”
Seattle, Cambridge, Maryland, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Atlanta, Delaware, Chicago, LA, Barcelona, San Francisco, Berlin, D.C., Montreal <-- everywhere Blacksky showed up IRL 2025
November 16, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Sometimes, you just gotta pop out & show them!
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Anthropic, a company that is actively campaigning for regulatory capture, reported that it disrupted the first known AI-orchestrated cyber-espionage campaign ( www.anthropic.com/news/disrupt... ).
November 16, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Anthropic, a company that is actively campaigning for regulatory capture, reported that it disrupted the first known AI-orchestrated cyber-espionage campaign ( www.anthropic.com/news/disrupt... ).
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Why Being Capable Doesn't Get You Promoted
Getting into leadership is more about positioning yourself for that next opportunity than working hard at your current role
news.yuezhao.coach/p/why-being-...
Getting into leadership is more about positioning yourself for that next opportunity than working hard at your current role
news.yuezhao.coach/p/why-being-...
Why Being Wickedly Smart and Capable Doesn't Get You Into Leadership
Getting into leadership is more about positioning yourself for that next opportunity than working hard at your current role.
news.yuezhao.coach
November 16, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Why Being Capable Doesn't Get You Promoted
Getting into leadership is more about positioning yourself for that next opportunity than working hard at your current role
news.yuezhao.coach/p/why-being-...
Getting into leadership is more about positioning yourself for that next opportunity than working hard at your current role
news.yuezhao.coach/p/why-being-...
I prefer physical books. I like the sensation of holding a book in my hands. Kindle/e-reader is a close second
Let's talk about reading. Do you prefer physical books, audiobooks, Kindle/e-reader or some combination of one or more of the aforementioned formats?
Please note: This is a non-ableist, judgment free zone, so please don't knock people who don't consume books the same way you do.
Please note: This is a non-ableist, judgment free zone, so please don't knock people who don't consume books the same way you do.
November 16, 2025 at 2:13 AM
I prefer physical books. I like the sensation of holding a book in my hands. Kindle/e-reader is a close second
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He definitely leaned into that one.
The balkanization of American society continues. Behaviours that were once taboo are now openly encouraged by leaders who thrive on chaos. Little by little, the Overton window is being shifted.
The balkanization of American society continues. Behaviours that were once taboo are now openly encouraged by leaders who thrive on chaos. Little by little, the Overton window is being shifted.
November 15, 2025 at 8:29 PM
He definitely leaned into that one.
The balkanization of American society continues. Behaviours that were once taboo are now openly encouraged by leaders who thrive on chaos. Little by little, the Overton window is being shifted.
The balkanization of American society continues. Behaviours that were once taboo are now openly encouraged by leaders who thrive on chaos. Little by little, the Overton window is being shifted.
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In this week’s newsletter, spoke with Yale University’s William Rankin about his new book on rethinking how we draw maps.
www.howtoreadthisch.art/putting-the-...
www.howtoreadthisch.art/putting-the-...
November 15, 2025 at 8:31 PM
In this week’s newsletter, spoke with Yale University’s William Rankin about his new book on rethinking how we draw maps.
www.howtoreadthisch.art/putting-the-...
www.howtoreadthisch.art/putting-the-...
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Meet Ibrahim Salami! 👋 Our new author has kicked off his contribution with a stellar, beginner-friendly series of NumPy tutorials. If you're looking to master the foundational library for data science in Python, start here.
Submit your own article today: bit.ly/TDSContributor
Submit your own article today: bit.ly/TDSContributor
Hidden Gems in NumPy: 7 Functions Every Data Scientist Should Know | Towards Data Science
I’ve been learning data analytics for a year now. So far, I can consider myself confident in SQL and Power BI. The transition to Python has been quite exciting. I’ve been exposed to some neat and…
bit.ly
November 15, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Meet Ibrahim Salami! 👋 Our new author has kicked off his contribution with a stellar, beginner-friendly series of NumPy tutorials. If you're looking to master the foundational library for data science in Python, start here.
Submit your own article today: bit.ly/TDSContributor
Submit your own article today: bit.ly/TDSContributor
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“there is a point on the graph where things get Worse, and there you will find Ronald Reagan” stays undefeated
it's fascinating that you can see when exactly the Reagan revolution happened
November 15, 2025 at 9:26 PM
“there is a point on the graph where things get Worse, and there you will find Ronald Reagan” stays undefeated
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Discrete Mathematics plays a key role in ML & algorithms. And in this Python course you'll learn some of its key concepts like combinatorics, number theory, and the Pigeonhole Principle. The course also covers permutations, the Rule of Sum, prime numbers, & more.
www.freecodecamp.org/news/learn-d...
www.freecodecamp.org/news/learn-d...
November 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Discrete Mathematics plays a key role in ML & algorithms. And in this Python course you'll learn some of its key concepts like combinatorics, number theory, and the Pigeonhole Principle. The course also covers permutations, the Rule of Sum, prime numbers, & more.
www.freecodecamp.org/news/learn-d...
www.freecodecamp.org/news/learn-d...
Dang, the Chicago born American Pope is cooking lately!
Some inspiring words on cinema in the streaming era from the Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
November 15, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Dang, the Chicago born American Pope is cooking lately!
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This is the optimal outcome, outside of the cube being stolen when installed in Central Park, for this idiotic project.
$23 Million Viral Gold Cube Faces Liquidation After Investor's Financial Meltdown
Niclas Castello’s viral $23 million gold cube, once displayed in Central Park, may soon be partially sold after one of its investors declared insolvency.
news.artnet.com
November 15, 2025 at 7:36 PM
This is the optimal outcome, outside of the cube being stolen when installed in Central Park, for this idiotic project.
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Scientific research and studies should be the first biggest focus for funding in Silicon Valley. AI without a scientist is a hammer without a hand.
November 15, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Scientific research and studies should be the first biggest focus for funding in Silicon Valley. AI without a scientist is a hammer without a hand.
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I’ve asked if AI creates productivity, why all the tech layoffs?
I realized I was looking in the wrong place and since found 3 companies; Lovable, Gamma, and Harvey that hit $100M fast with small, AI-powered teams. They’re building with and selling AI. I'll write more on each later this morning.
I realized I was looking in the wrong place and since found 3 companies; Lovable, Gamma, and Harvey that hit $100M fast with small, AI-powered teams. They’re building with and selling AI. I'll write more on each later this morning.
November 15, 2025 at 3:02 PM
I’ve asked if AI creates productivity, why all the tech layoffs?
I realized I was looking in the wrong place and since found 3 companies; Lovable, Gamma, and Harvey that hit $100M fast with small, AI-powered teams. They’re building with and selling AI. I'll write more on each later this morning.
I realized I was looking in the wrong place and since found 3 companies; Lovable, Gamma, and Harvey that hit $100M fast with small, AI-powered teams. They’re building with and selling AI. I'll write more on each later this morning.
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Founded in 2020, Gamma has ~50 employees, 70M users, and profitably hit $100M ARR.
It solves a problem I have: turning ideas in docs into compelling presentations. I get major imposter syndrome seeing peers' appealing decks for exec reviews vs. my bare bones text.
This is a killer use case for AI.
It solves a problem I have: turning ideas in docs into compelling presentations. I get major imposter syndrome seeing peers' appealing decks for exec reviews vs. my bare bones text.
This is a killer use case for AI.
AI PowerPoint-killer Gamma hits $2.1B valuation, $100M ARR, founder says | TechCrunch
Gamma is growing quickly, and profitably, its co-founder CEO Grant Lee says.
techcrunch.com
November 15, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Founded in 2020, Gamma has ~50 employees, 70M users, and profitably hit $100M ARR.
It solves a problem I have: turning ideas in docs into compelling presentations. I get major imposter syndrome seeing peers' appealing decks for exec reviews vs. my bare bones text.
This is a killer use case for AI.
It solves a problem I have: turning ideas in docs into compelling presentations. I get major imposter syndrome seeing peers' appealing decks for exec reviews vs. my bare bones text.
This is a killer use case for AI.
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Founded in 2023, Lovable has ~100 employees, 8M users, and crossed $100M ARR.
It's a "vibe coding" startup letting non-technical folks build web apps, from dashboards to sites. Product teams also use it for prototypes, living the "Demo, don't memo" mantra.
This is the natural evolution of no-code
It's a "vibe coding" startup letting non-technical folks build web apps, from dashboards to sites. Product teams also use it for prototypes, living the "Demo, don't memo" mantra.
This is the natural evolution of no-code
Lovable says it's nearing 8 million users as the year-old AI coding startup eyes more corporate employees | TechCrunch
The platform has attracted an eclectic user base. More than half of Fortune 500 companies are using Lovable to "supercharge creativity," according to Osika, who insisted retention remains strong.
techcrunch.com
November 15, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Founded in 2023, Lovable has ~100 employees, 8M users, and crossed $100M ARR.
It's a "vibe coding" startup letting non-technical folks build web apps, from dashboards to sites. Product teams also use it for prototypes, living the "Demo, don't memo" mantra.
This is the natural evolution of no-code
It's a "vibe coding" startup letting non-technical folks build web apps, from dashboards to sites. Product teams also use it for prototypes, living the "Demo, don't memo" mantra.
This is the natural evolution of no-code
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Seems like the fantasy discourse around AGI is dying.
Sad. I enjoyed making fun of these fools. I wonder what they'll glom onto next?
Sad. I enjoyed making fun of these fools. I wonder what they'll glom onto next?
oh. well that's that, then! www.theverge.com/column/82066...
November 15, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Seems like the fantasy discourse around AGI is dying.
Sad. I enjoyed making fun of these fools. I wonder what they'll glom onto next?
Sad. I enjoyed making fun of these fools. I wonder what they'll glom onto next?
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Writing Tip:
The more you are able to imagine your characters as living, breathing people, the easier it'll be to get into their heads and figure out what they'll do. Obviously don't be delusional about it, but get to know your characters. Don't just use them as tools.
#writing #writingtips #Booksky
The more you are able to imagine your characters as living, breathing people, the easier it'll be to get into their heads and figure out what they'll do. Obviously don't be delusional about it, but get to know your characters. Don't just use them as tools.
#writing #writingtips #Booksky
November 15, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Writing Tip:
The more you are able to imagine your characters as living, breathing people, the easier it'll be to get into their heads and figure out what they'll do. Obviously don't be delusional about it, but get to know your characters. Don't just use them as tools.
#writing #writingtips #Booksky
The more you are able to imagine your characters as living, breathing people, the easier it'll be to get into their heads and figure out what they'll do. Obviously don't be delusional about it, but get to know your characters. Don't just use them as tools.
#writing #writingtips #Booksky
Japanese food I could eat every day:
1) Tamagoyaki: I love eggs!
2)Ramen:Chicken, Beef, & Miso broth types are my favorite. I hope to one day try or make the fish broth base that’s well known in Hokkaido.
3)Onigiri: Super versatile with all the different types of fillings you can use.
1) Tamagoyaki: I love eggs!
2)Ramen:Chicken, Beef, & Miso broth types are my favorite. I hope to one day try or make the fish broth base that’s well known in Hokkaido.
3)Onigiri: Super versatile with all the different types of fillings you can use.
Japanese food I could eat every day:
1)Sushi: anything with salmon, tuna, and cooked shrimp
2) Inari pockets! I usually take the empty pockets to work with my cooked rice and fill them up as I eat. Then add wasabi and soy sauce as a topping. Weirdo, I know!
3)'Goma' soup base for my hot pot!
1)Sushi: anything with salmon, tuna, and cooked shrimp
2) Inari pockets! I usually take the empty pockets to work with my cooked rice and fill them up as I eat. Then add wasabi and soy sauce as a topping. Weirdo, I know!
3)'Goma' soup base for my hot pot!
November 15, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Japanese food I could eat every day:
1) Tamagoyaki: I love eggs!
2)Ramen:Chicken, Beef, & Miso broth types are my favorite. I hope to one day try or make the fish broth base that’s well known in Hokkaido.
3)Onigiri: Super versatile with all the different types of fillings you can use.
1) Tamagoyaki: I love eggs!
2)Ramen:Chicken, Beef, & Miso broth types are my favorite. I hope to one day try or make the fish broth base that’s well known in Hokkaido.
3)Onigiri: Super versatile with all the different types of fillings you can use.
Daily Coding Goals:
Daily SQL challenge ✅
Banki ✅
Today was the last day of Huntober. I was in and out, but I’m thankful for all the advice and the community that’s there. Here’s to hoping for a more permanent position before the New Year!
Daily SQL challenge ✅
Banki ✅
Today was the last day of Huntober. I was in and out, but I’m thankful for all the advice and the community that’s there. Here’s to hoping for a more permanent position before the New Year!
November 15, 2025 at 5:19 AM
Daily Coding Goals:
Daily SQL challenge ✅
Banki ✅
Today was the last day of Huntober. I was in and out, but I’m thankful for all the advice and the community that’s there. Here’s to hoping for a more permanent position before the New Year!
Daily SQL challenge ✅
Banki ✅
Today was the last day of Huntober. I was in and out, but I’m thankful for all the advice and the community that’s there. Here’s to hoping for a more permanent position before the New Year!
And now I must add this to watch list
Okay I think Pluribus is about how we interact with AI & modern technology
November 14, 2025 at 9:28 PM
And now I must add this to watch list
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Here’s a clip of @jaredlander.com from @landeranalytics.com sharing what he discovered using coding agents to build a complex Kubernetes app and how it changed how he codes.
See the full talk here: youtu.be/Efj1P4pBLBY
#AICoding #DataScience #databs
See the full talk here: youtu.be/Efj1P4pBLBY
#AICoding #DataScience #databs
November 14, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Here’s a clip of @jaredlander.com from @landeranalytics.com sharing what he discovered using coding agents to build a complex Kubernetes app and how it changed how he codes.
See the full talk here: youtu.be/Efj1P4pBLBY
#AICoding #DataScience #databs
See the full talk here: youtu.be/Efj1P4pBLBY
#AICoding #DataScience #databs
Yep. They create a few hundred jobs and that’s it. The ROI for the community that gets one of these centers being built is woeful low when factoring in for rising energy costs & freshwater consumption. Also air pollution
Microsoft, Google say their data centers create thousands of jobs. Their permit filings say otherwise
https://restofworld.org/2025/data-centers-jobs-microsoft-google-chile/?utm_campaign=row-social&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_content=1763146621
https://restofworld.org/2025/data-centers-jobs-microsoft-google-chile/?utm_campaign=row-social&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_content=1763146621
November 14, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Yep. They create a few hundred jobs and that’s it. The ROI for the community that gets one of these centers being built is woeful low when factoring in for rising energy costs & freshwater consumption. Also air pollution
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New open newsletter at Fight for the Human: Can we make Security Empirical, and why might we want to?
In it you'll find the Dev Science Office Hour I hosted with @arianamirian.bsky.social, as well as my notes on a paper about technical Champions
www.fightforthehuman.com/empirical-se...
In it you'll find the Dev Science Office Hour I hosted with @arianamirian.bsky.social, as well as my notes on a paper about technical Champions
www.fightforthehuman.com/empirical-se...
Can we make Security Empirical, and why might we want to?
There's a paper I recently came across by Mohammad Tahaei and colleagues called Privacy Champions in Sofware Teams: Understanding Their Motivations, Strategies, and Challenges. In it, they interview 1...
www.fightforthehuman.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:11 PM
New open newsletter at Fight for the Human: Can we make Security Empirical, and why might we want to?
In it you'll find the Dev Science Office Hour I hosted with @arianamirian.bsky.social, as well as my notes on a paper about technical Champions
www.fightforthehuman.com/empirical-se...
In it you'll find the Dev Science Office Hour I hosted with @arianamirian.bsky.social, as well as my notes on a paper about technical Champions
www.fightforthehuman.com/empirical-se...