jimmux

joined 2 years ago
[–] jimmux@programming.dev 1 points 58 minutes ago

There's a house near me that used dozens of doors to construct the perimeter fence. The sign on the front gate says "Mordor". Still gets a smile from me every time I pass it.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 8 points 16 hours ago

Can we get some enclaves in there to keep it spicy?

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 8 points 17 hours ago

My god, that's a lot to process. A couple that stand out:

Comments proposing to use github as the database backup. This is Keyword Architecture, and these people deserve everything they get.

The Replit model can also send out communications? It's just a matter of time before some senior exec dies on the job but nobody notices because their personal LLM keeps emailing reports that nobody reads.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 2 points 17 hours ago

I've only read Consider Phlebas so far. If OP is looking for action then this is a good choice.

I don't usually read sci-fi for laser fights and starship chases, but it feels justified in this one.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 2 points 17 hours ago

I'm guessing "Edison" is in the US, but "Blonde Bigot" is in the UK. There's a weird movement to rebrand bigotry as a virtue over there.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 5 points 20 hours ago

That's my strategy. If I add up all the printing I've done at libraries, schools, work, etc. it would cost a fraction of buying my own.

They take up so much space that can be used for more useful things, too.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 3 points 20 hours ago (4 children)

I'm unfortunately very sensitive to those particles from laser printers. They're really good at triggering migraines, so I could never have a laser printer at home.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 4 points 20 hours ago

It doesn't apply in my case, but I like the idea of a goddess called Bubbles and a Taco Bell item called Squanch.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 4 points 20 hours ago (1 children)

Around here, "campground" can mean anything from a powered site to a patch of dirt at the end of a trail. You'll find these types at both. Sometimes the worst are at the most remote spots because it's become very popular to buy a big 4WD and justify the cost by going as deep into the bush as possible, with as much gear and comforts as possible.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 11 points 1 day ago (5 children)

In my part of the world you'll often get campers blasting the radio. Imagine retreating to nature so you can listen to vapid commentary and ads.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 8 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I'm still working on that. I'm focusing on boundaries first, because giving less is a step in the right direction.

[–] jimmux@programming.dev 6 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I wish. When I tell people I've been exclusively using Linux for more than 10 years they give me a blank look then repeat the question.

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