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Cool way to use old hardware but I can't stand reading AI blog posts. Just write it yourself so the visitor doesn't feel like they're just reading another agent's thoughts.

Um, what? It's literally what we're talking about haha

We're using the highest tier Postgres instance at my work for one of our legacy Heroku apps and it costs thousands over what we'd pay for the equivalent on AWS directly.

The claw of capitalism will always tighten its grip. Any software company that goes public has this problem it seems.

Why not use a paper towel?

"Sure, you can overclock that CPU, but why?"

I dislike questions that challenge pushing the limits of our existence.

This was great, thanks for sharing. I really do love the "warmth" provided by VHS, but I often wonder if that is just nostalgia from using a technology we grew up with?

I've been getting into old technology the past few years and a Panasonic AG-170 VHS Reporter camera was one item I had picked up. I've recorded a few social gatherings and trips with friends so far and plan to edit them into a 80s/90s styled montage. However, my camera recently stopped recording any video or audio with the viewfinder showing a black/blank image, which is a real bummer. I imagine there is an electronic component inside that may have failed.

Does anyone know of any forums where VHS enthusiasts gather? I'd love to dig around to see if I can find any resources for diagnosing and repairing this camera on my own. Unfortunately VHS repair shops are quite rare, if not nearly extinct in 2023.

I think mentioning that you're paying the cheque is tacky. Just invite them and pay for their meal silently as a nice surprise to the end of dinner.

I wish Valve would try to build a desktop OS. They surely have the bankroll to do something like that.

I'm curious what percentage of Windows users are only using it for gaming? Are there any stats on that?

Would be more interesting to include the numbers prior to the pandemic (which had an abnormal surge in hiring).

Are you Canadian? I had previously looked into heat pumps for cold climates and thought that it was economically not a great investment and required a gas back-up.

Ever since I left all social media and blocked (as much as I could) trackers in my apps and networks, I rarely see any targeted ads now.

I now see completely irrelevant ads for things like stair lifts for the elderly. I quite enjoy not being targeted.

AFAIK they can't legally claim your donation as a tax write-off, at least in Canada.