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   by oddsockmachine 20d ago

   I was told (by my partner, who works with birds in many capacities) that they consider a "direct" or head-on look to be something of a threat, as a predator would do. Consider looking at them sideways, with only one eye -as they w
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   by oddsockmachine 5mo ago

   That's a wonderful video, thanks for sharing
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   by oddsockmachine 5mo ago

   I'm dealing with the same nonsense. I get LLM-generated reviews of my work, documents, and plans which are not grounded in reality or nuance. Regularly have to explain why the AI is wrong. I was told I should run my docs through the LL
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   by oddsockmachine 7mo ago

   Observations so far: - "micro" level code is adequate. A new feature typically works as expected, and code is well documented. But macro level everything's wacky: no architectural consideration, lots of duplication, dead end
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   by oddsockmachine 7mo ago

   I'm already seeing this in the company I recently joined: 80-90% of code is generated/prompted. Big PRs, very little review or oversight. Absolutely nobody considering long-term architecture (and IMO nobody capable of such). In ge
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   by oddsockmachine 11mo ago

   Hi, it appears that the email address you listed on the careers page (hello@) is undeliverable. Is there another way to get in touch?
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   by oddsockmachine 11mo ago

   Your point about orphaned records resonates with me, but for a much simpler (or stupider) "use case". I took a domestic flight earlier this year and foolishly showed my British passport as ID. I had returned to the country the day
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   by oddsockmachine 11mo ago

   I tried launching something similar 15 years ago, admittedly as a noob to both tech and business. Here's hoping you succeed, it's sorely needed!
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   by oddsockmachine 1y ago

   This is wonderful! I'm working on a large spatial audio art installation for Burning Man this year ( https://oddsockmachine.github.io/ and https://www.instagram.com/oddsockmachine/ ). In mine, most
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    by oddsockmachine 2y ago

    Your writing is very reminiscent of Aldo Leopold's in 'A Sand County Almanac' (which is an equal delight to read)
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    by oddsockmachine 2y ago

    I think you mean Cunningham's Law...
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    by oddsockmachine 3y ago

    Also the museum in Alameda CA, which does a good job of walking you through the history of the ban.
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    by oddsockmachine 6y ago

    I'd love to hear more about your boat!
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    by oddsockmachine 6y ago

    Might not count as the great plains, but Mark Sheppard's New Forest Farm in Wisconsin is a good demonstration of a similar approach in a different context. https://newforestfarm.us/about/
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    by oddsockmachine 7y ago

    SF Bicycle Coalition is suggesting that it's fine: https://twitter.com/sfbike/status/1239658920718643200
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    by oddsockmachine 7y ago

    If you implement "middle out" grasshopper rubbing, you can triple production
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    by oddsockmachine 7y ago

    > "enjoy acting sustainably long-term, so they spread that joy and sustainability to others" This sounds great, can't wait to check it out. After taking a Permaculture Design Course, I fell in love with the ideal of living
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    by oddsockmachine 7y ago

    Thanks, I'll see if I can try some in person
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    by oddsockmachine 7y ago

    Do you have a source for any good bone conduction headphones? I have a damaged eardrum that stops me hearing low frequencies. Recently tried a demonstration at SF's Exploratorium which involved biting a metal bar, and the result was in
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    by oddsockmachine 7y ago

    Thanks for sharing this, it's great to see your process. I'm working on something vaguely related, a grid-based synth-controller/sequencer with a bunch of i2c shift registers and laser cut hardware. I've been thinking ab
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    by oddsockmachine 7y ago

    Without giving away too many spoilers, you might enjoy "The Expanse" books/series
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    by oddsockmachine 8y ago

    Exposed earth typically emits carbon dioxide. It's not "emit" in the way a breathing mammal would, more that the carbon in the organic material is oxidized at a greater rate because it's exposed to the atmosphere. Before
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    by oddsockmachine 8y ago

    Also c90adventures - a very low budget but hilarious series of long distance rides.
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    by oddsockmachine 8y ago

    Samsara - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samsara_(2011_film) A non-narrative film, with stunning visuals. I feel it shows some of the best and worst of humanity, but in a non-pushy or judgemental way. It just leaves you
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    by oddsockmachine 8y ago

    I was thinking more the first Iron Man movie
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    by oddsockmachine 8y ago

    This happened to me when it was time to move on from my first real job. A recruiter, who I spoke to briefly and had no interest in moving forward with, contacted my current manager and said he'd help fill my role after I left. My manag
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    by oddsockmachine 8y ago

    Exactly what I needed, thank you!
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    by oddsockmachine 9y ago

    I'm in the early stages of setting up a co-operative consultancy; I've found many people (eg potential partners) responsive to such an idea. The only downside has been needing to present as a traditional, hierarchical organization
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    by oddsockmachine 9y ago

    Non Violent Communication (by Marshall Rosenberg) provides some good scaffolding to ensure people can communicate in such a way that their criticism isn't taken as hurtful. Useful in many situations in life, not just company meetings.
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    by oddsockmachine 9y ago

    Thanks for recommending this. I saw this in the cinema and it was the only time I've ever felt the need to walk out of a film, it's that powerful/horrific.