#automated pre screening tool

[probablyasocialecologist]

The Brutalist’s most intriguing and controversial technical feature points forward rather than back: in January, the film’s editor Dávid Jancsó revealed that he and Corbet used tools from AI speech software company Respeecher to make the Hungarian-language dialogue spoken by Adrien Brody (who plays the protagonist, Hungarian émigré architect László Tóth) and Felicity Jones (who plays Tóth’s wife Erzsébet) sound more Hungarian. In response to the ensuing backlash, Corbet clarified that the actors worked “for months” with a dialect coach to perfect their accents; AI was used “in Hungarian language dialogue editing only, specifically to refine certain vowels and letters for accuracy.” In this way, Corbet seemed to suggest, the production’s two central performances were protected against the howls of outrage that would have erupted from the world’s 14 million native Hungarian speakers had The Brutalist made it to screens with Brody and Jones playing linguistically unconvincing Magyars. Far from offending the idea of originality and authorship in performance, AI in fact saved Brody and Jones from committing crimes against the Uralic language family; I shudder even to imagine how comically inept their performances might have been without this technological assist, a catastrophe of fumbled agglutinations, misplaced geminates, and amateur-hour syllable stresses that would have no doubt robbed The Brutalist of much of its awards season élan. This all seems a little silly, not to say hypocritical. Defenders of this slimy deception claim the use of AI in film is no different than CGI or automated dialogue replacement, tools commonly deployed in the editing suite for picture and audio enhancement. But CGI and ADR don’t tamper with the substance of a performance, which is what’s at issue here. Few of us will have any appreciation for the corrected accents in The Brutalist: as is the case, I imagine, for most of the people who’ve seen the film, I don’t speak Hungarian. But I do speak bullshit, and that’s what this feels like. This is not to argue that synthetic co-pilots and assistants of the type that have proliferated in recent years hold no utility at all. Beyond the creative sector, AI’s potential and applications are limitless, and the technology seems poised to unleash a bold new era of growth and optimization. AI will enable smoother reductions in headcount by giving managers more granular data on the output and sentiment of unproductive workers; it will allow loan sharks and crypto scammers to get better at customer service; it will offer health insurance companies the flexibility to more meaningfully tie premiums to diet, lifestyle, and sociability, creating billions in savings; it will help surveillance and private security solution providers improve their expertise in facial recognition and gait analysis; it will power a revolution in effective “pre-targeting” for the Big Pharma, buy-now-pay-later, and drone industries. Within just a few years advances like these will unlock massive productivity gains that we’ll all be able to enjoy in hell, since the energy-hungry data centers on which generative AI relies will have fried the planet and humanity will be extinct.

3 March 2025

[robinette-green]

Late Night Day Dreams Chapter 11:

The Day After

You’re a Parts and Service Technician who’s been out for a week due to illness. An early morning phone call has you coming in at 6 am on your first day back instead of 10 pm like you had been planning on.

You just want to clock in, get set up and then seen your robot boys in the daycare but things don’t go as planned.

2,941 words

Princess Quest ending

Sun and Moon are 100% your boyfriends and it’s a secret but everyone knows

Punching my code into the keypad, I yawned, covering my mouth and squinting as my eyes watered.

6am was much, MUCH too early to be awake.

A phone call had startled me from sleep about 15 minutes ago. It was one of management’s automated voice messages, pre-recorded and riddled with breaks from a robotic AI voice.

“Hello, Faz Bear employee, NUMBER 13357. We are calling to inform you that you are needed to work MORNING SHIFT PARTS AND SERVICE TECHNICIAN. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation. Please arrive on time for your SIX AM shift. Thank you and have a good day.”

I’d been out sick for a week and today was my first day back. It was just starting much, MUCH earlier than I thought it would.

Jeff must have called out. He was the normal morning tech. It was odd though because usually he’d shoot me a text to give me a heads up if he knew he wouldn’t be able to come in.

Well if he was sick he’d probably be sleeping in so I’d text him later to make sure he was alright.

The keypad beeped, light glowing green for a moment before the large metal door that split the parking garage from the lobby started to lift.

Adjusting my bag on my shoulder, I took a long sip of coffee while I waited for the door to rise enough to walk under.

Neon lights reflected off the polished floors of the lobby, large LED screens played ads of the band on the pillars and walls, and staff bots mopped the floors and did security rounds. Everything as normal at Freddy Fazbear’s Mega Pizza Plex.

Well until I made it to the turn styles and noticed that the gates for the lower gift shop and the customer service counter were both raised.

…

They should have been lowered last night and the night guard wouldn’t have needed to raise them.

…

Okay, well, whatever.

Maybe one of the animatronics opened them and forgot to close them again.

Ducking into one of the ticket booths, I booted up one of the computers and clocked in for my shift. The computer played a little fan fair with children cheering in the background as the punch went through and I rolled my eyes. I don’t know who programmed it to do that but I wanted to have a conversation with them. We were just going to talk.

Taking another sip of coffee, I adjusted my bag again and started through the lobby and up the stairs to the elevators.

The plan was to go down to parts and service first and get set up then I’d check on the main four before going to the daycare to see Sun and Moon. I needed to at least pretend to do my job before I could see my favorite boys and once we’d gotten through the hugs and catching up I’m sure they’d enjoy coming with me on my rounds of the -

…

The elevator doors had opened and I was distracted by the upper half of Monty clawing his way across the atrium floor. Not even sparing me a glance.

“… the fuck???”

It took another long moment before I could pull myself out of my surprise and shock.

“MONTY!” I shouted, trotting to catch up to the torso crawling across the floor.

“Dude! What the fuck?”

He didn’t respond, continuing on his merry way, a growl periodically coming from his voice box.

I dropped to a knee and set my coffee aside so I could rummage through my bag. Luckily, my Faz wrench, a large, orange, two-pronged tool, was near the top.

Faz wrench in hand, I ran to Monty and practically tackled him, placing a knee in his back to press him to the floor. As the bot growled and scrabbled at the floor, ripping up carpet and scooting us jerkily forward, I forced the service hatch on the upper part of his back open and slammed the prongs of the Faz wrench into the slot I’d uncovered. With a twist of the wrench, Monty slumped to the floor as he rebooted.

What the hell happened last night???

As Monty started to boot back on, I moved to sit next to him on the floor, closing his service hatch as I did.

Monty blinked a few times then groaned, clutching at his head with what was left of his hands. Now that I was really looking at him I could see that the shells of his hands were also gone.

Did someone break him for his upgrade?

Were the others okay??

“Wha?” Monty shifted to look down at himself and then at me.

“What, in the swampy bottom Faz fuck happened to my legs!?” He demanded in his gruff cajun accent.

“Language. If I knew, I’d tell you. I just got here. Walked through the doors and found you crawling your way through the plex. I was hoping you could tell me.”

“ Hypocrite. You spend too much time in that daycare” Monty grumbled.

“Is everyone else alright?”

“Again, just got here,” I repeated, ignoring his jab at my own use of cuss words, before getting to my knees and grabbing the gator under his arms.

“Come here you overgrown backpack. Let’s get moving and find out.”

With Monty’s help and a good bit of struggle, I managed to get Monty into my back and stood. Turns out that he was still extremely heavy when only part of an upper body.

“You’ll grumble but we’re going to the daycare first.”

Monty did grumble a little bit, tightening his grip on my shoulders.

“Na, I get it. Need to check on your boys.”

Lugging the large gator along, I went back to the elevator to go back to the lobby. This route would be faster than going through Kids Cove and I wouldn’t have to walk as far with a heavy passenger on my back.

“Hey kid, put me down. I’ll crawl” Monty could tell I was already flagging.

“No. This is faster and I can have Sun and Moon carry you once we find them.”

The music in the elevator cut out and the announcer told us a Faz fact that was very clearly untrue.

Bears aren't extinct yet and most certainly don't eat pizza in the wild.

Monty and I waited silently for it to finish and now that we weren’t talking I could really feel his weight pulling me down, compressing my body.

“…Though if I change my mind you’ll be the first to know.”

Monty chuckled and the elevator doors opened and we were able to continue on.

We made it to the daycare check-in before I had to set Monty down but we were close enough that it didn’t matter.

I practically fell down, getting Monty to the floor without dropping him and my body felt oddly light and floaty as I stumbled to the 'side into fun' slide that went down into the daycare proper.

“SUN!” I called down the colorful plastic tube.

I’d been out for a week, they should be anxious wrecks to see me again.

The sudden crashing of an animatronic scrambling up the slide startled me and when Sun shot out, his arms wrapping around me I fell over, his weight crushing me.

“OH DEWDROP! I’m so glad, glad, GLAD! You’re back! So many things have gone WRONG! They made us get an upgrade WITHOUT YOU! It was HORRIBLE! And, and now Moon won’t talk to me! And he’s HURT an EMPLOYEE!! And we’ve had complaints! I’m not allowed to turn the light OFF anymore!! and, and, and OH MY GOD WHAT’S HAPPENED TO MONTY!!!” Holding me tight to his chest, Sun scrambled away from the torso of the gator that was crawling towards us.

“Woah! Easy!” I took Sun’s face into my hands, trying to calm him some.

“It’s alright.”

The large sunny animatronic melted into my touch, curling further around me.

Next time I get sick I’m going to let Sun and Moon squirrel me away in their room and let them care for me like they wanted because clearly I couldn’t leave for a moment without things falling apart… literally.

Monty sighed, resting his head on his hands as he looked at us over his sunglasses.

“We don’t know what happened to 'em,” Monty grumbled.

“I woke up like this. Your little human says they found me crawling through the atrium like this and gave me a reboot.”

It took a little longer to calm Sun down and after some coaxing and more hugs, I finally got him to let me go.

We decided that the first thing we would do was get Monty down to parts and service. I didn’t know what condition the others would be in and I might need Sun and Moon to carry them. That would be easier if they weren’t also carrying the gator.

I also wanted to check on Moon. From what Sun had said I had a feeling that something had gone wrong with whatever upgrade they’d gotten and I needed to make sure Moon was okay.

Sun scooped Monty up and carried him with one arm then snagged my hand, squeezing for reassurance.

Giving him a smile, I squeezed back.

I was going to fix this.

It didn’t take long to get down to parts and service. We placed Monty on one of the work tables and let him go into rest mode then I gently talked Sun into the repair tube. He was nervously pulling at a ray, the rest pulled into his face plate with worry.

“A-are you sure this is a good idea? Y-you haven’t seen the state of our room. H-he’s been destroying staff bots! I don’t want you to get hurt! What if something’s really REALLY wrong and he- and he-!”

“It’ll be okay, Sunny bunny,” I murmured, patting Sun’s hand as he sat in the large dentist-looking chair.

“You and I both know that Moon would never do anything to hurt me. We’re going to find out what they did wrong during your upgrade and I’m going to fix it. Promise. It’ll be okay.”

The door closed, sealing us in as I sat on my rolling stool and hooked up my laptop to the port in the back of Sun’s head.

“I’ll do a check on you first, then we’ll turn out the lights,” I said, already distracted by code as I dug through Sun’s files, Sun giving me a nervous affirmative.

They’d given Sun and Moon a battery that could outlast any of the other animatronic’s batteries but when they’d done this they’d turned off Sun and Moon’s ability to enter rest mode.

I grumbled something unsavory to myself as I turned it back on. Not being able to rest for a week was probably part of the reason Sun was so high-strung right now. Not resting on top of everything else going on.

Luckily everything else seemed to be in order…

“We’re going to take a long nap once we get everything sorted. Looks like you both need a snuggle and some rest.”

Sun took one of my hands in his, tilting his head slightly so he could look up at me with his white eyes.

“Please?” He asked, his voice so small.

I leaned down and pressed a kiss to his forehead.

“Absolutely.”

Now it was time to check on Moon.

Giving Sun’s hand a squeeze, I reached over and placed a finger on the light controls.

“Ready?” I asked softly and after a moment of hesitation, Sun nodded.

The lights in the repair tube went out and dimmed in the rest of Parts and Service. Sun’s body convulsed and he made a pained sound that had me lurching forward.

“SUN?!?” I called out but as soon as it had started, it stopped, Moon’s red eyes glowing in the dark.

“Are you alright!? That sounded like it hurt!” I ran my fingers along the edge of Moon’s face plate where Sun’s rays had retracted, looking to see if something was impeding the change there.

A hand grabbed my wrist and squeezed. Hard.

“Ahh,” I hissed, free hand instinctively going to Moon’s fingers to try and relieve some of the pressure as my eyes flew to Moon’s.

“Sssss-starlight?” Moon growled, voice glitching.

Suddenly, Moon jerked forward, gripping his face plate with a hand and crying out, his eyes flickering purple for a moment.

“Moon. Talk to me, buddy. What’s wrong?” I scrambled for my laptop, clicking away with my free hand through Moon’s coding, wincing as I tried to ignore the way my other wrist was being crushed.

“S-sommmmme-thing’ssss. Ii-t’sss in-n-n-n-n my head. Connn-t-trolling-” Moon managed to get out, doing his best to fight whatever was trying to rear its ugly head.

“Hold on honey, I got you,” I murmured, typing as fast as I could with one hand.

There was something in his code, probably the same thing that had been affecting Monty when I’d first found him. Moon needed a reboot, that should clear out the virus like it had with Monty.

Moon growled, the metal of his face plate creaking as his grip tightened down, the grip on my wrist just as tight.

“J-Just a little longer. Hold out for me if you can.” I managed to say through gritted teeth, trying to ignore the way my bones were creaking.

Grabbing my Faz wrench, I was just barely able to get the prongs into the slot on the back of Moon’s face plate. With a grunt, I turned the wrench and Moon suddenly went limp, eyes going dark.

I pulled my arm free from his grasp and cradled it to my chest. By some miracle, it was bruised but not broken.

Leaning closer, I tried to see what Moon’s optics were doing.

“Moon? How are you feeling sweetheart?”

Red eyes flickering back on, I had to sit back as their head did a spin and Sun’s rays joined Moon’s hat.

“Happy Birthday!” Eclipse gushed and I sighed, smiling down at the grinning robot.

If Eclipse was fronting then everything must be working smoothly. This part of the daycare attendant could only surface when Sun and Moon were working in harmony.

“Not my birthday, Eclipse. Did the reboot wipe the virus from your system?”

“Sure did! We’re in tip-top shape! And we’re able to communicate again just fine as you can see!” Eclipse gushed as he sat up, reaching out to pull me into a hug.

“Thank you, Star Shine!” He whispered into my hair. Then in a much smaller voice, he asked

“Is it… time for that cuddle?” He sounded so anxious and sad, I wanted to immediately agree but we still had work to do.

But then I would cuddle my poor boys for days and we’d have a week-long sleepover. They deserved it after what they’d been through.

After checking on Monty one more time, Sun, Moon, and I set out to find Roxy, Chica, and Freddy and check on DJ Music Man.

We found Roxy in her salon, sobbing uncontrollably as she tried to hide her face. Her eyes had been ripped from her head, wires hanging loose from the empty sockets. Her hair had been thoroughly messed up and it looked like her snout had been bent giving her a permanent snarl.

The shock from losing her eyes had forced an auto reboot, purging the virus but it had left Roxy a wreck, sobbing and raging about the boy that had taken her eyes from her.

Sun and I promised over and over that she was still the most beautiful and that I would easily be able to fix her. I even told her that we could add whatever she wanted to her shell. New hairstyle, new colors, different earrings, whatever she wanted. We’d make a spa day of it.

This seemed to calm her down some and Sun and I were able to get her to parts and service, letting her sit in a chair near Monty’s table as she whimpered softly.

So this Gregory had taken Monty’s hands and Roxy’s eyes. I had a feeling I knew what would be missing when we found Chica.

And I was right but it was worse than I’d thought.

She’d been smashed by the trash compactor but was somehow still mindlessly wandering around and shoving food into what was left of her mouth. Someone had pulled her voice box out and taken her beak with it leaving Chica with a large hole in her face. Her shell was cracked in serval places and she reeked of trash.

I ended up having to have Moon hold Chica down so I could open the service panel in her back and force a reboot with my Faz wrench.

Even once she was rebooted, Chica seemed dazed and confused. Moon was able to converse with her via sign language but, just like Monty, she had no memory of what had happened.

DJ Music Man seemed alright, all things considered. He seemed to have the robot equivalent of a headache, holding his head, lying sprawled out on his stage. DJ had a vague memory of a boy running about the arcade but couldn’t tell us more.

No matter how hard we looked, we couldn’t find any sign of Freddy. He appeared to have vanished along with the boy that had caused all this destruction.

If this is what happens when I leave for a week then I guess I can’t leave ever again.

Not that Sun or Moon would let me.

[clouds-of-wings]

Switching to a new version of my OS means reinstalling all the fun little tools I use <3

Some of them:

kid3-qt: Editor for audio metadata, has GUI

ffmpeg: Only everything that's good and holy in the world. Can do all kinds of things with multimedia files and lots of other programs depend on it because it's just so awesome. Terminal based but really worth learning about. The holy grail aka 'batch conversion command to make an mp3 of everything in a folder that I found on Stack Exchange once and have been using for 8 years':

for f in *.*; do ffmpeg -i "$f" -b:a 320k "mp3/${f%.*}.mp3";done

yt-dlp: Feature-rich YT downloader, also terminal based. Refer to the extensive documentation on GitHub for a complete list of commands.

Pix: Comes pre-installed now, but the handiest little image editing tool I've found for Linux. It lets you - among many other things - crop images with a golden ratio overlay! Or with the rule of thirds if *scoff* if that's good enough for you (I'm biased, I love the golden ratio). Yes, Photoshop lets you do that too, but I don't usually have the same standards for free little Linux programs as for Photoshop.

KolourPaint: The closest thing to MS Paint that Linux seems to have. Seems a little buggy on 22 but I'm keeping it for now.

qRedshift: Applet that manages the brightness and colour of your screen. Better than Nightlight imo. Also has an automated night mode though.

Kazam: Lets you film your screen. Intuitive GUI.

Handbrake: 6MB, a GUI, and it lets you rip DVDs, what's not to love?

xkcd comics viewer: I don't actually use this but I found it this morning and it just has to be mentioned: This is a desklet that puts the xkcd comic of the day on your desktop every day! Isn't that cool? I'd get annoyed seeing the same comic ten times a day but it's just such a fun idea to make something like this!

[stevenketterman2]

Smart Automation in Stage Lighting & LED Fixtures: A Game-Changer for Live Events

In today’s world of live shows, concerts, weddings, and big corporate events, one thing has become super important: the lighting. But we’re not just talking about ordinary lights anymore. We’re talking about smart lights that can move, change color, follow people, and sync perfectly with music or video—all by themselves. This is called smart automation, and it’s changing the game in stage lighting and LED setups.

Let's have a look at what it is, how it operates, and why so many event professionals are making the transition.

What is Smart Automation in Lighting?

Smart automation refers to employing technology to automatically switch lights on and off rather than having to change them manually. With a single command or click, an entire lighting system can cycle through color change, move in sequence, or respond to audio. These systems can be pre-programmed or even programmed to change live during the event.

So, rather than someone at a lighting desk pushing buttons for every adjustment, the system recognizes what to do and executes it flawlessly each time.

How Does It Work?

To grasp smart lighting, a couple of straightforward tools behind the magic are:

DMX Control: It is similar to the vocabulary that lighting gear speaks to communicate with one another. This helps the lights, controllers, and other gear to coordinate with one another.

Wireless Control: Most smart systems today use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to communicate. Goodbye, cumbersome long cables everywhere.

Mobile or Remote Access: Lights can be accessed using a tablet or laptop. Some systems even support remote control from another room.

Sensors and AI: Motion sensors can make lights track an individual on stage. Artificial Intelligence can even recommend lighting effects depending on what's happening at the show.

Why Smart Lighting is a Top Choice

There are plenty of reasons that smart lighting is increasing rapidly:

Perfect Timing Every Time

Lights switch on and off exactly when they should—no delay, no error. Whether it's in the middle of a speech, a tune, or a dance, everything unfolds right on schedule.

Improved Creativity

Smart systems enable you to create fantastic scenes. You can achieve mood shifts, glowing effects, moving lights, and a lot more. All this can be achieved with just one touch of a button.

Saves Time and Effort

After programming the lights, they do the work on their own. You don't require a large group to operate them, thus saving lots of time at the time of setting up as well as during the event.

Works from Anywhere

Since it's wireless and remote-capable, technicians can update it in a snap, even when they're not on stage.

Real-Life Examples

You find yourself at a concert. The performer comes out onto the stage. The lights suddenly darken, a spotlight trails the performer, and flashing colored lights caper in the background—all tastefully in time to the rhythm of the song. That's intelligent automation at work.

Or maybe you’re watching a fashion show. As each model walks down the runway, the lights automatically shift to highlight them, while LED screens show matching colors and designs. It’s smooth, stylish, and all automated.

Good for Big Events AND Small Ones

The good news? Intelligent lighting isn't reserved for huge stadium concerts. Even smaller events such as school events, church services, or birthday parties can benefit from this technology. There are easy systems to get that are simple to learn and not expensive at all.

You can begin with a few smart LED lights and a simple controller or app. After getting comfortable, you can expand with more features in the future.

What to Remember Before Getting Started

If you're considering incorporating smart lighting, here are some key points to remember:

Check for Compatibility: Ensure that your lights and control systems are compatible.

Learn the Fundamentals: Simple programming can lead to huge differences.

Build a Solid Network: A stable wireless connection is crucial.

Stay Safe: Lights and trusses weigh or heat up—ensure proper installations.

And also, it's best to purchase your equipment at professional audio stores. They will advise you on what is best and provide you with quality equipment that performs better and lasts longer for your events and even installation and setup services so that buyers don't have to deal with the technicality.

What's Coming Next?

Technology is advancing quickly. Smart lighting's next big thing is interaction systems. These lights can adapt to the crowd's movement, respond to the noise of clapping or cheering, and even adjust to the mood of a space. Some lights can be operated with voice commands or motion detectors.

Artificial Intelligence is also joining the party—there are systems that learn from run-throughs and can adjust the lighting for the next show automatically. Stage lighting in the future is promising and bright.

Before You Go

Intelligent automation of stage lighting and LED light fixtures is more than a bells-and-whistles upgrade—it's an intelligent investment for anyone producing live events. It gets your show to look more professional, conserves time, and permits greater creativity.

Whether you are organizing a concert, wedding, school play, or corporate event, intelligent lighting enables you to provide an unforgettable experience for your audience. With some planning and proper equipment, you can enhance your lighting game to the next level.So if you're organizing your next function or just wanting to upgrade your setup, it's a good time now to look at smart lighting. It's simpler than you might imagine—and it's worth it.

[build-apps]

React Native Auto Code Application Development: The Smart Way to Build Mobile Apps

Introduction to React Native Auto Code Application Development

React Native auto code application development is changing the way mobile apps are built. Developers now use intelligent automation tools to generate code quickly and accurately. This speeds up development, reduces errors, and improves the overall quality of applications.

Auto code development with React Native is ideal for startups, agencies, and enterprises aiming to deliver high-quality apps fast.

Benefits of React Native Auto Code Application Development

1. Speed Up Development Cycles Automation tools handle repetitive tasks instantly. Developers can focus on building unique features rather than wasting time on boilerplate code.

2. Maintain Consistent Code Quality Auto-generated code follows consistent standards. This consistency improves code readability and eases future maintenance.

3. Reduce Human Errors By automating setup and structure, auto code tools minimize the chances of introducing bugs during the initial stages.

4. Enhance Developer Productivity Developers spend more time solving real problems and less time writing repetitive components.

5. Cost-Effective App Creation Faster development with fewer mistakes leads to lower project costs. This allows businesses to scale faster without ballooning budgets.

Popular Tools for React Native Auto Code Development

Ignite CLI Ignite offers pre-configured templates and plugins, making it easy to set up scalable projects instantly.

Hygen Hygen is a simple yet powerful code generator that helps teams maintain consistent coding standards with minimal setup.

Plop.js Plop.js allows developers to create custom generators for components, screens, and more, saving hours on manual coding.

Draftbit Draftbit provides a visual builder for React Native apps. Developers can create screens visually and export production-ready code.

Steps to Implement Auto Code in Your React Native Project

Step 1: Select the right auto code tools based on your project size and complexity. Step 2: Install and configure the tools within your development environment. Step 3: Create templates for commonly used components and screens. Step 4: Generate code structures automatically with simple commands. Step 5: Customize and enhance the generated code to meet unique business needs.

Following a structured approach ensures that automation becomes an asset, not a liability.

Challenges of Auto Code Application Development

1. Initial Learning Curve Some auto code tools require initial time investment for setup and training.

2. Over-Template Dependency Too much reliance on templates can sometimes limit creativity and flexibility.

3. Need for Regular Updates Auto code tools need constant updates to stay compatible with the latest React Native versions.

Developers can overcome these challenges with proper training and proactive tool management.

Best Practices for React Native Auto Code Development

- Use Automation for Repetitive Tasks Only Rely on auto code tools for repetitive elements but custom-build critical business logic manually.

- Keep Templates Updated Ensure all code generation templates are updated regularly to match new coding practices.

- Conduct Regular Code Reviews Even auto-generated code should undergo strict code reviews to maintain quality standards.

- Train Developers Continually Keep teams updated with the latest automation practices and tool updates for maximum efficiency.

Future of React Native Auto Code Application Development

The future points toward more AI-driven automation. Smart assistants will suggest code, build UI components, and even test functionalities automatically. React Native developers who embrace automation today will gain a competitive edge tomorrow.

Innovation combined with automation will define the next era of mobile app development.

Conclusion

React Native auto code application development offers a smarter, faster, and more efficient path to building world-class mobile apps. It helps developers minimize repetitive work, deliver projects quicker, and ensure consistent quality across platforms.

By integrating automation thoughtfully, businesses can create better apps and reach the market faster. React Native auto code development isn't just the future—it's the present.

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[tonigelardi]

The Role of AI in Content Moderation: Friend or Foe?

Written by: Toni Gelardi © 2025

A Double-Edged Sword on the Digital Battlefield The task of regulating hazardous information in the huge, chaotic realm of digital content, where billions of posts stream the internet every day, is immense. Social media firms and online platforms are always fighting hate speech, misinformation, and sexual content. Enter Artificial Intelligence, the unwavering, dispassionate guardian of the digital domain. But is AI truly the hero we need, or is it a silent monster manipulating online conversation with invisible prejudice and brutal precision? The discussion rages on, and both sides present convincing reasons. --- AI: The Saviour of Digital Order. Unmatched speed and scalability. AI is the ideal workhorse for content filtering. It can analyze millions of posts, images and movies in seconds, screening out potentially hazardous content before a human can blink. Unlike human moderators, who are limited by weariness and mental health problems, AI may labor nonstop without becoming emotionally exhausted. The Effectiveness of Machine Learning Modern AI systems do more than just follow pre-set rules; they learn. They use machine learning algorithms to constantly improve their detection procedures, adjusting to new types of damaging information, developing language, and coded hate speech. AI can detect trends that humans may overlook, making moderation more precise and proactive rather than reactive.

A shield against human trauma. A content moderator's job is frequently described as soul-crushing, as it involves exposing people to graphic violence, child exploitation, and extreme hate speech every day. AI has the ability to serve as the first line of defense, removing the most upsetting content before it reaches human eyes and limiting psychological harm to moderators. How Can We Get Rid of Human Bias? AI, unlike humans, does not have personal biases—at least in theory. It does not take political sides, harbor grudges, or use double standards. A well-trained AI model should follow the same rules for all users, ensuring that moderation measures are enforced equally.

The Future Of Content

Moderation as technology progresses, AI moderation systems will become smarter, more equitable, and contextually aware. They might soon be able to distinguish between satire and genuine hate speech, news and misinformation, art and explicit content with near-human precision. With continuous improvement, AI has the potential to be the ideal digital content protector.

AI: The Silent Tyrant of the Internet.

The Problem of False Positives AI, despite its brilliance, lacks human nuance. It cannot fully comprehend irony, cultural differences, or historical context. A well-intended political discussion may be labeled as hate speech, a joke as harassment, or a work of art as pornography. Countless innocent posts are mistakenly erased, leaving people unhappy and powerless to challenge the computerized judge, jury, and executioner.

AI lacks emotional intelligence and context awareness. A survivor of abuse sharing their story might be flagged for discussing violent content. An LGBTQ+ creator discussing their identity might be restricted for “adult content.” AI cannot differentiate between hate speech and a discussion about hate speech—leading to unjust bans and shadowbanning.

The Appeal Black Hole: When AI Moderation Goes Wrong

When artificial intelligence (AI) makes a mistake, who do you appeal to? Often, the answer is more AI. Many platforms rely on automated systems for both content moderation and appeals, creating a frustrating cycle where users are left at the mercy of an unfeeling algorithm. Justice feels like an illusion when humans have no voice in the process.

Tool for Oppression?

Governments and corporations wield AI-powered moderation like a digital scalpel, capable of silencing dissent, controlling narratives, and shaping public perception. In authoritarian regimes, AI can be programmed to suppress opposition, flag political activists, and erase evidence of state crimes. Even in democratic nations, concerns arise about who gets to decide what constitutes acceptable speech.

The Illusion of Progress

Despite its advancements, AI still requires human oversight. It cannot truly replace human moderators, only supplement them. The idea of a fully AI-moderated internet is a dangerous illusion, one that could lead to mass censorship, wrongful takedowns, and the loss of authentic human discourse.

Friend or Foe?

The answer, as always, is both. AI is an indispensable tool in content moderation, but it is not a perfect solution. It is neither a savior nor a villain—it is a force that must be wielded with caution, oversight, and ethical responsibility.

The future of AI in moderation depends on how we build, regulate, and integrate it with human judgment. If left unchecked, it risks becoming an unaccountable digital tyrant. But if developed responsibly, it can protect online spaces while preserving the freedom of expression that makes the internet what it is.

The real question isn't whether AI is good or bad—it's whether we can control it before it controls us.

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Best Platforms to Trade for Forex in 2025

Forex trading continues to captivate traders worldwide, offering a dynamic and lucrative avenue for financial growth. In 2025, identifying the best platforms to trade for forex has become more crucial than ever, as technology and market demands evolve. From user-friendly interfaces to advanced tools for technical analysis, these platforms are tailored to meet the needs of both novice and seasoned traders. Whether you're diving into major currency pairs, exploring exotic options, or utilizing automated trading strategies, choosing the right platform is the foundation for success.

Core Features of Top Forex Trading Platforms

Forex trading platforms in 2025 must combine advanced functionality with accessibility to meet diverse trader needs. The following core features highlight what distinguishes the best platforms.

User-Friendly Interface

A user-friendly interface enhances efficiency and reduces errors, especially for beginners. Key features include:

Intuitive navigation for rapid trade execution.

Customizable layouts to match user preferences.

Comprehensive tutorials for ease of onboarding.

Efficient design with minimal lag, even during high volatility.

Example Platforms: MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5) are renowned for streamlined interfaces designed to accommodate traders at all levels.

Comprehensive Charting Tools

Forex trading requires precision, and advanced charting tools are critical for analysis. The following charting tools enhance strategy formulation:

Drawing Tools: Support for trendlines and channels.

Indicators: Integration of MACD, RSI, Bollinger Bands, and Fibonacci Retracement.

Timeframes: Options to analyze data across multiple periods.

Custom Indicators: Flexibility to program and integrate personal strategies.

Automation and Algorithmic Trading

Automation is indispensable for modern forex trading. Platforms like cTrader and NinjaTrader excel with features like:

Pre-built Strategies: Ready-to-use templates for scalping and trend following.

Custom Algorithms: Integration with programming languages such as C# and Python.

Backtesting: Evaluate strategies with historical data.

Integration with APIs: Seamless syncing with advanced trading bots.

Mobile Accessibility

Forex traders increasingly require the flexibility of trading on-the-go. Mobile accessibility ensures:

Synchronization: Real-time updates between desktop and mobile devices.

Push Notifications: Alerts for market changes and trade execution.

Compact Design: Optimized for smaller screens without losing functionality.

App Examples: MT4 and MT5 apps, offering full trading capabilities on iOS and Android.

Key Takeaway: Platforms combining a robust desktop experience with seamless mobile integration empower traders with unmatched convenience.

The best forex trading platforms for 2025 excel in usability, advanced charting, automation, and mobile functionality. By integrating these features, platforms like MT5, cTrader, and TradingView offer versatile solutions for traders of all expertise levels.

Trading Instruments Supported by Leading Platforms

The diversity of trading instruments available on forex platforms is crucial for building effective strategies and achieving long-term trading success. This section explores the breadth and advantages of various trading instruments.

1. Major Currency Pairs

Major currency pairs, such as EUR/USD, USD/JPY, and GBP/USD, dominate forex markets due to their high liquidity and tighter spreads. Leading platforms like MetaTrader 5 and TradingView offer advanced tools for analyzing these pairs, enabling traders to capitalize on predictable movements.

Key Features:

High liquidity ensures minimal price fluctuations during trades.

Access to real-time market data for precise decision-making.

Supported by most trading strategies, including scalping and swing trading.

These pairs are ideal for traders seeking consistent opportunities in stable market conditions.

2. Exotic Pairs

Exotic pairs combine major currencies with currencies from emerging markets, such as USD/TRY or EUR/SEK. While they offer higher potential rewards, they also come with increased volatility and wider spreads.

Risks and Rewards:

Volatility: Significant price movements create potential for larger profits.

Higher Spreads: Costs can be prohibitive for short-term trading strategies.

Economic Dependence: Price movements often correlate with specific geopolitical or economic conditions.

Platforms like cTrader often feature analytical tools tailored for exotic pair trading, helping traders manage the associated risks.

3. CFDs and Futures

Contracts for Difference (CFDs) and futures are derivatives enabling traders to speculate on forex price movements without owning the underlying assets. Futures contracts are often traded on platforms like NinjaTrader, while CFDs are supported on MetaTrader platforms.

CFDs vs. Futures in Forex Trading

Wider spreads but no commissionCommissions and exchange fees

CFDs and futures cater to traders seeking flexibility and hedging opportunities in volatile markets.

4. Spot Forex vs. Forward Contracts

Spot forex trades settle instantly at prevailing market rates, making them ideal for day traders. Forward contracts, however, lock in future exchange rates and are often used by businesses to hedge against currency fluctuations.

Spot Forex:

Instant execution for quick trades.

Supported by platforms like TradingView, which offers robust charting tools.

Forward Contracts:

Customizable settlement dates.

Reduced risk of unfavorable exchange rate changes.

Forward contracts are frequently utilized for long-term strategies requiring stability.

5. Options Trading in Forex

Forex options provide traders the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell currencies at a predetermined price. Options trading is supported on platforms like MetaTrader 5, offering flexibility for speculative and hedging strategies.

Advantages:

Defined risk due to limited loss potential.

Compatibility with advanced trading strategies like straddles and strangles.

Access to multiple expiration dates for tailored strategies.

Options trading is an excellent choice for traders seeking diversification and controlled risk in uncertain markets.

Market Indicators for Effective Forex Trading Forex trading in 2025 requires mastery of market indicators for successful trades. Platforms integrating technical tools like RSI, Bollinger Bands, and Fibonacci retracements provide invaluable support for analyzing currency pairs and spotting trends.

1: Moving Averages and RSI

Moving averages and RSI (Relative Strength Index) are staples in forex trading for spotting trends and identifying overbought or oversold market conditions. Here's how they work:

Moving Averages:

Smooth out price data for better trend analysis.

Common types: Simple Moving Average (SMA) and Exponential Moving Average (EMA).

Platforms like MetaTrader 5 (MT5) allow customizable moving average periods for traders’ needs.

RSI:

Measures the speed and change of price movements.

Values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 signals oversold.

Both indicators are excellent for detecting market reversals and consolidations, making them essential for scalping and swing trading strategies.

2: Bollinger Bands and Fibonacci Retracements

Bollinger Bands and Fibonacci retracements are complementary tools for determining price ranges and potential reversals.

Bollinger Bands:

Comprised of a central moving average and two bands (standard deviations).

Highlights volatility and identifies breakout opportunities in exotic pairs and minor pairs.

Fibonacci Retracements:

Based on key levels derived from the Fibonacci sequence (23.6%, 38.2%, 61.8%, etc.).

Used to forecast retracement zones for entry and exit points.

Platforms like TradingView provide advanced integration of these tools for technical analysis.

3: Pivot Points and Volume Analysis

Pivot points and volume analysis serve as complementary methods for intraday traders.

Pivot Points:

Calculate potential support and resistance levels based on previous trading sessions.

Widely used in day trading to set intraday targets.

Volume Analysis:

Measures market activity to validate price movements.

Higher volume during breakouts confirms trends.

Together, these indicators help traders plan risk-reward ratios effectively and refine strategies. Platforms offering integrated market indicators like RSI, Fibonacci retracements, and volume analysis provide forex traders with precise insights for decision-making. Combining these tools with strategic risk management and discipline ensures a competitive edge in forex trading for 2025.

Risk Management Tools in Forex Platforms

Risk management is the cornerstone of sustainable forex trading. Platforms offering advanced tools like Stop-Loss Orders and Position Sizing empower traders to mitigate risks while optimizing potential gains.

1. Stop-Loss Orders

Stop-loss orders safeguard capital by automatically closing trades at pre-set levels. Key benefits include:

Capital Protection: Prevents losses from spiraling during volatile markets.

Emotional Discipline: Reduces impulsive decisions by automating exit points.

Wide Platform Integration: Available on MetaTrader 4, TradingView, and cTrader for seamless trading execution.

2. Take-Profit Orders

Take-profit orders lock in profits when the market reaches a target price. Steps for setting take-profit orders effectively:

Analyze Moving Averages and RSI to determine target levels.

Input the price level in trading platforms like NinjaTrader or MT5.

Monitor trade performance and adjust as needed.

3. Position Sizing Calculators

Accurate position sizing minimizes overexposure to any single trade. Here’s how these calculators work:

Calculate lot sizes based on account balance, risk percentage, and stop-loss distance.

Adjust trade sizes to align with Risk-Reward Ratios.

Enable traders to maintain diversified exposure.

4. Risk-Reward Ratio Analysis

Risk-reward ratios evaluate trade viability by comparing potential profits to losses. Tips for effective use:

Aim for a minimum ratio of 1:2 or higher.

Utilize tools like Bollinger Bands to estimate price movements.

Integrated calculators on platforms like MT4 simplify these computations.

5. Diversification Tools

Diversification spreads risk across multiple trading instruments. Features on platforms include:

Multi-asset trading options: CFDs, Futures, and Currency Pairs.

Portfolio analysis tools to track exposure by instrument type.

Real-time updates for Exotic Pairs and niche markets.

6. Backtesting Strategies

Backtesting allows traders to evaluate strategies using historical data. Its advantages are:

Testing risk management techniques like Stop-Loss Orders without live market risk.

Platforms such as TradingView support customizable backtesting scripts.

Insights into strategy weaknesses improve long-term profitability.

With advanced tools for Stop-Loss Orders, Position Sizing, and Backtesting, modern forex trading platforms empower traders to proactively manage risks. Leveraging these features leads to more disciplined and effective trading.

Psychological and Strategic Insights for Forex Trading

Mastering trading psychology is key to navigating the complexities of forex. Platforms enhance this through features that promote discipline, performance tracking, and trader confidence, empowering strategic growth and mitigating psychological pitfalls.

Building Discipline Through Alerts

Platforms offering robust alert systems, like MetaTrader 5, help instill discipline by:

Preventing Overtrading: Custom alerts signal market entry points, limiting impulsive trades.

Time Management: Reminders help traders stick to predefined schedules.

Market Trend Notifications: Alerts for moving averages or Relative Strength Index (RSI) changes enable focused decisions.

Tracking Performance Metrics

Trading platforms integrate tools that help traders evaluate performance, including:

Win/Loss Ratio Analysis: Shows trade success rates.

Equity Curve Monitoring: Visualizes account performance trends.

Journal Features: Logs trade entries and exits for review.

Customizable Dashboards

Platforms like TradingView allow traders to configure dashboards by:

Adding favorite currency pairs and indicators like MACD or Bollinger Bands.

Creating multi-screen setups to monitor multiple trades.

Integrating news feeds to stay updated with central bank announcements.

Educational Resources

The inclusion of in-platform education fosters confidence through:

Interactive Tutorials: Step-by-step videos on strategies like swing trading or technical analysis.

Webinars and Live Sessions: Experts discuss trading instruments like CFDs and options.

AI-based Learning Modules: Adaptive lessons based on trader performance.

By integrating tools for discipline, self-awareness, and strategy refinement, trading platforms empower users to overcome psychological challenges, enhance risk management, and make data-driven decisions for long-term success.

Conclusion

Forex trading in 2025 offers exciting opportunities, but success begins with choosing the right platform. As highlighted throughout this content pillar, top trading platforms like MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), cTrader, and TradingView stand out for their robust features, diverse trading instruments, and advanced integrations. These platforms empower traders to navigate the complexities of the forex market through tools such as technical indicators like Moving Averages and RSI, risk management solutions like stop-loss orders and position sizing calculators, and integrations with vital economic indicators such as GDP, inflation, and central bank announcements.

The best forex trading platforms not only provide access to currency pairs, CFDs, and other instruments but also integrate cutting-edge charting tools, educational resources, and analytics to build confidence and discipline—critical factors in mastering the psychological demands of trading.

By understanding the interplay between platform features, market tools, and strategy development, traders can optimize their approach to trading forex in 2025. Whether you're focused on scalping, day trading, or long-term swing trading, the right platform will be your foundation for executing trades effectively, managing risk, and staying informed in a fast-paced market.

Take the insights from this guide to make an informed decision, choosing a platform that aligns with your trading goals and enhances your ability to trade forex with precision and confidence. With the right tools and strategies in hand, you're poised to navigate the evolving forex market and unlock its full potential in 2025 and beyond.

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TradingView to Tradovate Automation: A Quick Guide

Trading in the modern world is increasingly about speed and efficiency, and automation is key to achieving this. If you're using TradingView for charting and analysis and Tradovate as your trading platform, you might be wondering how to connect the two for seamless, automated trading. In this short guide, we'll walk you through the basic steps to automate your trading from TradingView to Tradovate.

Understanding the Platforms

TradingView is a powerful charting platform that offers real-time data and a wide range of tools for technical analysis. It's a favorite among traders for its ease of use and extensive community.

Tradovate is a modern futures trading platform known for its commission-free trading model. It offers powerful tools for futures traders, including advanced charting and algorithmic trading capabilities.

Why Automate Trading Between TradingView and Tradovate?

Automation helps eliminate human error, execute trades faster, and take advantage of trading opportunities without being glued to your screen. By linking TradingView and Tradovate, you can automate your trading strategies, ensuring that trades are executed according to your pre-defined criteria.

Setting Up Automation: Step by Step

Create Your Trading Strategy in TradingView: Start by developing a trading strategy in TradingView using Pine Script. This could be anything from simple moving averages to more complex algorithms.

Integrate with Tradovate Using Webhooks: TradingView allows you to send alerts via webhooks. In your alert setup, you can input the webhook URL provided by Tradovate. This URL triggers the execution of trades based on your TradingView alerts.

Configure Tradovate to Accept Orders: Set up your Tradovate account to accept automated orders. This might involve configuring API settings and ensuring that your account is correctly linked to receive the orders from TradingView.

Test the Setup: Before going live, thoroughly test the automation in a simulated environment. Make sure that your strategy works as intended and that orders are executed correctly.

Conclusion

Automating your trading between TradingView and Tradovate can significantly enhance your trading efficiency and effectiveness. By following the steps outlined above, you can seamlessly integrate these two platforms and start automating your trading strategies today.

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This day in history

I'm coming to Minneapolis! Oct 15: Presenting The Internet Con at Moon Palace Books. Oct 16: Keynoting the 26th ACM Conference On Computer-Supported Cooperative Work and Social Computing.

#10yrsago Thomas Friedman: IHOP menu copywriter https://www.somethingawful.com/news/thomas-friedman-metaphors/

#10yrsago Amazon requires publishers to use Kindle DRM https://memex.craphound.com/2013/10/11/amazon-requires-publishers-to-use-kindle-drm/

#5yrsago Amazon trained a sexism-fighting, resume-screening AI with sexist hiring data, so the bot became sexist https://www.reuters.com/article/us-amazon-com-jobs-automation-insight/amazon-scraps-secret-ai-recruiting-tool-that-showed-bias-against-women-idUSKCN1MK08G

#5yrsago Notre Dame and 73 other institutions secretly conspired with the Trump administration to deny birth control https://theintercept.com/2018/10/11/notre-dame-health-insurance-birth-control-trump/

#5yrsago Family separations: the Trump administration stole thousands more children than previously reported https://www.amnestyusa.org/reports/usa-catastrophic-immigration-policies-resulted-in-more-family-separations-than-previously-disclosed/

#5yrsago Dystopia watch: Guide to spotting hidden cameras in your Airbnb https://www.digitaltrends.com/home/how-to-find-hidden-cameras/

#1yrago Shelter in place: Prison for homelessness and lock-ins for home owners https://pluralistic.net/2022/10/11/rene-descartes-was-a-drunken-fart/#out-of-doors

#1yrago Undetectable, undefendable back-doors for machine learning https://pluralistic.net/2022/10/11/rene-descartes-was-a-drunken-fart/#trusting-trust

My next novel is The Lost Cause, a hopeful novel of the climate emergency. Amazon won't sell the audiobook, so I made my own and I'm pre-selling it on Kickstarter!

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How to Begin Your Web Design Journey: A Step-by-Step Guide in Simple Terms

Understanding the Basics:

Learn about HTML, which is like a web page’s skeleton.

Understand CSS, which is like makeup for web pages.

Know how to make websites look good on different screens.

2. Choose your tools:

Start with simple text editors like Notepad (for Windows) or TextEdit (for Mac).

Later, try fancier editors like Visual Studio Code.

For making pictures, try Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator.

3. Learn HTML and CSS:

Use websites like W3Schools or Codecademy.

If you want to learn more about web design with certification and placement, ACTE Institute offers comprehensive machine learning training courses that can give you the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this field. Consider the infinite possibilities for data analysis, automation, and decision-making that machine learning may create.

YouTube: There are many video tutorials covering HTML and CSS for beginners.

They teach you how to make web pages and make them look nice.

You can also learn from courses on Coursera or edX.

4. Practice your skills.

Besides learning, make simple web pages to get better.

Try harder projects as you get more confident.

Make your own website to practice lots.

5. Responsive Web Design:

Make sure your websites work well on phones and computers.

Learn about media queries (they help your design fit different screens).

6. Master CSS Layouts:

Get really good at arranging web stuff using CSS (like making boxes and arranging them nicely).

7. Web Design Frameworks:

Think about using ready-made kits like Bootstrap.

They have pre-made pieces to help you design faster.

8. UI/UX Design:

Learn to make websites easy to use and nice to look at.

Think about how people will use your site.

9. Web Hosting and Domain:

To show your website to people, you need a place to put it (hosting) and a name for it (domain).

Lots of companies can help with this, like Bluehost or HostGator.

10. Content Management Systems (CMS):

Consider using tools like WordPress to manage your website easily.

11. Keep Learning:

Web design keeps changing, so keep learning new stuff.

Read blogs, watch webinars, and take more advanced classes.

12. Build a portfolio.

Make a collection of your best work to show others.

People who might hire you want to see what you can do.

13. Freelancing or employment:

Decide if you want to work alone or with a company.

Both ways have good things and not-so-good things, so pick what you like.

14. Networking:

Join groups of web designers to meet others like you.

Learning from others can help you become better.

15. Feedback and criticism:

Don’t be shy to ask for advice on your work.

When people give you tips, it helps you improve.

16. Launch your projects:

When you’re good enough, work on real websites.

Offer to make websites for friends or local businesses.

17. Stay Inspired:

Be creative and get ideas from different places.

Nature, art, and other designers can help you think of cool stuff.

18. Never Stop Learning:

Web design always changes, so keep learning new things.

Stay curious and open to learning more tricks and tools.

The secret to success in web design is to start with the fundamentals and gradually advance your abilities. Keep in mind that on this trip, patience and practice are the keys to success. As your skills advance, you’ll have the imagination needed to realise your ideas for websites. So put your hands in your pockets, launch your preferred coding editor, and start your web design experience!

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Software Development: Essential Terms for Beginners to Know

Certainly, here are some essential terms related to software development that beginners, including software developers in India, should know:

Algorithm: A step-by-step set of instructions to solve a specific problem or perform a task, often used in programming and data processing.

Code: The written instructions in a programming language that computers can understand and execute.

Programming Language: A formal language used to write computer programs, like Python, Java, C++, etc.

IDE (Integrated Development Environment): A software suite that combines code editor, debugger, and compiler tools to streamline the software development process.

Version Control: The management of changes to source code over time, allowing multiple developers to collaborate on a project without conflicts.

Git: A popular distributed version control system used to track changes in source code during software development.

Repository: A storage location for version-controlled source code and related files, often hosted on platforms like GitHub or GitLab.

Debugging: The process of identifying and fixing errors or bugs in software code.

API (Application Programming Interface): A set of protocols and tools for building software applications. It specifies how different software components should interact.

Framework: A pre-built set of tools, libraries, and conventions that simplifies the development of specific types of software applications.

Database: A structured collection of data that can be accessed, managed, and updated. Examples include MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.

Frontend: The user-facing part of a software application, typically involving the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design.

Backend: The server-side part of a software application that handles data processing, database interactions, and business logic.

API Endpoint: A specific URL where an API can be accessed, allowing applications to communicate with each other.

Deployment: The process of making a software application available for use, typically on a server or a cloud platform.

DevOps (Development and Operations): A set of practices that aim to automate and integrate the processes of software development and IT operations.

Agile: A project management and development approach that emphasizes iterative and collaborative work, adapting to changes throughout the development cycle.

Scrum: An Agile framework that divides work into time-boxed iterations called sprints and emphasizes collaboration and adaptability.

User Story: A simple description of a feature from the user's perspective, often used in Agile methodologies.

Continuous Integration (CI) / Continuous Deployment (CD): Practices that involve automatically integrating code changes and deploying new versions of software frequently and reliably.

Sprint: A fixed time period (usually 1-4 weeks) in Agile development during which a specific set of tasks or features are worked on.

Algorithm Complexity: The measurement of how much time or memory an algorithm requires to solve a problem based on its input size.

Full Stack Developer: A developer who is proficient in both frontend and backend development.

Responsive Design: Designing software interfaces that adapt and display well on various screen sizes and devices.

Open Source: Software that is made available with its source code, allowing anyone to view, modify, and distribute it.

These terms provide a foundational understanding of software development concepts for beginners, including software developers in India.

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The Power of AI and Human Collaboration in Media Content Analysis 

In today’s world binge watching has become a way of life not just for Gen-Z but also for many baby boomers. Viewers are watching more content than ever. In particular, Over-The-Top (OTT) and Video-On-Demand (VOD) platforms provide a rich selection of content choices anytime, anywhere, and on any screen. With proliferating content volumes, media companies are facing challenges in preparing and managing their content. This is crucial to provide a high-quality viewing experience and better monetizing content.  

Some of the use cases involved are, 

Finding opening of credits, Intro start, Intro end, recap start, recap end and other video segments 

Choosing the right spots to insert advertisements to ensure logical pause for users 

Creating automated personalized trailers by getting interesting themes from videos 

Identify audio and video synchronization issues 

While these approaches were traditionally handled by large teams of trained human workforces, many AI based approaches have evolved such as Amazon Rekognition’s video segmentation API. AI models are getting better at addressing above mentioned use cases, but they are typically pre-trained on a different type of content and may not be accurate for your content library. So, what if we use AI enabled human in the loop approach to reduce cost and improve accuracy of video segmentation tasks. 

In our approach, the AI based APIs can provide weaker labels to detect video segments and send for review to be trained human reviewers for creating picture perfect segments. The approach tremendously improves your media content understanding and helps generate ground truth to fine-tune AI models. Below is workflow of end-2-end solution, 

Raw media content is uploaded to Amazon S3 cloud storage. The content may need to be preprocessed or transcoded to make it suitable for streaming platform (e.g convert to .mp4, upsample or downsample) 

AWS Elemental MediaConvert transcodes file-based content into live stream assets quickly and reliably. Convert content libraries of any size for broadcast and streaming. Media files are transcoded to .mp4 format 

Amazon Rekognition Video provides an API that identifies useful segments of video, such as black frames and end credits. 

Objectways has developed a Video segmentation annotator custom workflow with SageMaker Ground Truth labeling service that can ingest labels from Amazon Rekognition. Optionally, you can skip step#3 if you want to create your own labels for training custom ML model or applying directly to your content. 

The content may have privacy and digitial rights management requirements and protection. The Objectway’s Video Segmentaton tool also supports Digital Rights Management provider integration to ensure only authorized analyst can look at the content. Moreover, the content analysts operate out of SOC2 TYPE2 compliant facilities where no downloads or screen capture are allowed. 

The media analysts at Objectways’ are experts in content understanding and video segmentation labeling for a variety of use cases. Depending on your accuracy requirements, each video can be reviewed or annotated by two independent analysts and segment time codes difference thresholds are used for weeding out human bias (e.g., out of consensus if time code differs by 5 milliseconds). The out of consensus labels can be adjudicated by senior quality analyst to provide higher quality guarantees. 

The Objectways Media analyst team provides throughput and quality gurantees and continues to deliver daily throughtput depending on your business needs. The segmented content labels are then saved to Amazon S3 as JSON manifest format and can be directly ingested into your Media streaming platform. 

Conclusion 

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become ubiquitous in Media and Entertainment to improve content understanding to increase user engagement and also drive ad revenue. The AI enabled Human in the loop approach outlined is best of breed solution to reduce the human cost and provide highest quality. The approach can be also extended to other use cases such as content moderation, ad placement and personalized trailer generation. 

Contact sales@objectways.com for more information. 

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Maximizing HR Productivity: Strategies and Best Practices

Maximizing HR Productivity: Strategies and Best Practices

In today's fast-paced business environment, maximizing HR productivity has become crucial for organizations to stay competitive and achieve their goals. Human Resources (HR) departments play a vital role in managing and developing a company's workforce, and optimizing their productivity can lead to improved employee engagement, higher retention rates, and overall organizational success. This article explores various strategies and best practices that can help organizations maximize HR productivity, with a focus on utilizing PiHR software as an example.

The Importance of HR Productivity

Effective HR management is critical for organizations to attract, develop, and retain top talent. Maximizing HR productivity enables businesses to align their workforce with strategic goals, enhance employee engagement, and create a positive work environment. By optimizing HR processes and leveraging technology, organizations can streamline operations and focus more on strategic initiatives.

Streamlining Recruitment and Hiring Processes

Efficient recruitment and hiring processes are fundamental to HR productivity. By leveraging tools like PiHR software, organizations can automate job posting, resume screening, and applicant tracking, reducing manual effort and improving efficiency. Creating standardized interview processes, implementing pre-employment assessments, and conducting background checks can help identify the best-fit candidates and streamline the hiring process.

Enhancing Employee Onboarding and Training

Effective onboarding and training programs contribute to employee satisfaction, engagement, and productivity. Utilizing PiHR software, HR departments can develop personalized onboarding plans, automate paperwork, and provide access to training materials. Incorporating interactive elements, mentorship programs, and regular feedback sessions during onboarding can accelerate the integration of new employees into the organization.

Implementing Performance Management Systems

Implementing robust performance management systems helps organizations align employee goals with business objectives, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and recognize and reward high performers. PiHR software offers features which are: Attendance Management Software,  Shift Management Employee, Leave Application, Payroll Software, Tax Management,   Expense Management,   Employee Management Tool,  Employee Tracking, Task Management, Digital Notice Board, Notifications, and Security. 

Developing Effective Employee Communication Channels

Open and transparent communication is essential for building trust, fostering collaboration, and ensuring employee satisfaction. HR departments can leverage PiHR software to create communication channels that facilitate real-time information sharing, feedback collection, and employee engagement. Integrating chat platforms, employee self-service portals, and internal social networks can enhance communication and create a sense of belonging within the organization.

Automating HR Administrative Tasks

HR professionals often spend a significant amount of time on administrative tasks, which can hinder their ability to focus on strategic initiatives. By automating routine HR processes using PiHR software, such as employee data management, leave and attendance tracking, and payroll processing, HR departments can reduce manual effort, minimize errors, and free up time for more value-added activities.

Leveraging Data Analytics and Reporting

Data-driven decision-making is becoming increasingly important in HR management. PiHR software offers robust analytics and reporting capabilities, allowing HR professionals to gain insights into workforce trends, identify areas for improvement, and make informed decisions. Analyzing data related to employee performance, engagement, and turnover can provide valuable insights for developing targeted strategies to maximize HR productivity.

Ensuring Compliance with HR Regulations

Compliance with HR regulations is crucial to avoid legal issues and maintain a fair and inclusive work environment. PiHR software can help HR departments stay updated on changing regulations, automate compliance processes, and generate accurate reports. By ensuring compliance with labor laws, data privacy regulations, and diversity and inclusion requirements, organizations can minimize legal risks and create a positive employer brand.

Emphasizing Continuous Learning and Development

Investing in employee learning and development is a strategic approach to maximize HR productivity. HR departments can leverage PiHR software to create personalized learning paths, offer online training modules, and track employees' progress. By encouraging continuous learning, organizations can enhance employee skills, increase job satisfaction, and foster a culture of innovation and growth.

Promoting Work-Life Balance and Well-being

Supporting work-life balance and employee well-being is essential for maintaining a motivated and productive workforce. PiHR software can help HR departments implement flexible work arrangements, manage employee benefits, and provide wellness programs. Promoting a healthy work environment, encouraging stress management, and recognizing work-life balance can contribute to improved productivity and employee satisfaction.

Conclusion

Maximizing HR productivity is crucial for organizations seeking to thrive in today's competitive landscape. By implementing strategies and best practices such as streamlining recruitment and hiring processes, enhancing employee onboarding and training, implementing performance management systems, and leveraging technology like PiHR software, organizations can optimize HR operations, drive employee engagement, and achieve long-term success.

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NexaPent Technologies: Powering Growth with Smart IT Solutions, AI Hiring & Digital Innovation

In today's fast-paced digital world, it's clear that organizations need more than software; they're looking for IT solutions that are smart, flexible, and geared toward growth.

NexaPent Technologies recognizes this need and is committed to delivering intelligent IT services and solutions faster than its competitors. 

About NexaPent?

NexaPent, located in Bengaluru, India, is an emerging leader in IT services and solutions, capable of leveraging talent and tools to mix AI recruitment, digital marketing, custom software development, and testing and quality assurance together. NexaPent offers organizations of all sizes a way to fit together an innovative digital experience for their customers that can help them innovate faster, hire smarter, and every digital experience is delivered at scale and at again posed cost.

NexaPent Technologies is a full-service IT consulting firm that solves real-world business challenges using technology. Their team of developers, QA engineers and testers, recruiters, and marketers works as an extension of your team to deliver on-time projects along with the pre-articulated budgets. Perhaps one of the things that differentiates NexaPent is that they are AI-first in their recruitment approach and can deliver a blended digital strategy with technology execution of solutions, not just services, they deliver outcomes.

Core Services at NexaPent

IT Recruitment (AI-Driven)

Finding talent in technology is hard. NexaPent simplifies this with AI-enabled IT recruitment services to identify, screen, and hire technology talent quickly. Here is what they offer:

Automated candidate sourcing

AI screening & filtering

No-show management (backup hiring)

Smooth onboarding support

High offer-to-join ratio

From developers to data scientists, NexaPent can make sure you hire the right talent, at the right time, without the stresses of technology recruitment.

Explore more: IT Recruitment Services

Digital Marketing Services

NexaPent's digital team produces high-impact, data-driven marketing campaigns that attract traffic, generate leads, and increase brand awareness. Their services include:

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Pay-per-click ads (PPC)

Social media marketing

Content creation & blogging

Email campaigns

Online reputation management

Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

NexaPent develops strategies tailored to your business objectives to rank on Google and/or develop a loyal online community.

Custom Software Development

NexaPent develops web, mobile, and enterprise applications in the latest technology stacks. Their solutions are secure, scalable, and easy to use. Your digital ideas, whether it is internal business applications or client-facing applications, are brought to life.

Software Testing & QA

Quality is critical, and that is why NexaPent provides full QA services for applications, including:

Manual and automation testing

Performance and compatibility testing

Functional testing

Embedded and IoT testing

They ensure your product operates perfectly across all devices, platforms, and conditions before reaching the end customer.

Who Needs NexaPent?

NexaPent is a great fit for:

Startups launching tech products

Enterprises scaling operations

Companies need faster hiring

Brands looking to dominate search engines

Businesses upgrading their software infrastructure

Whether you need a marketing strategy, a new mobile app, or a team of developers, NexaPent provides end-to-end IT services you can trust.

Conclusion

In a hyper-competitive digital environment, the partners you choose determine your success. By partnering with NexaPent Technologies, you gain what is more than a service provider; you gain a growth partner.

If you seek to grow your business with smart technology, AI-enhanced hiring, and performance marketing capabilities, NexaPent is prepared for you to take the next step.

👉 Visit: https://www.nexapent.com 📞 Get in touch and future-proof your business today.

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Create Stunning HR Website with HRFlow TNC Webflow Template

Creating a professional HR website is easier than ever with the HRFlow TNC Webflow Template. Designed for modern businesses, this template helps you showcase your HR services with confidence, functionality, and style. Let’s explore how HRFlow TNC can elevate your HR digital presence.

What is HRFlow TNC Webflow Template

HRFlow TNC is a professionally crafted Webflow landing page template, tailored specifically for human resources, recruitment agencies, and talent management firms. It combines a clean, modern design with user-friendly features that allow you to present your services, team, and job opportunities effectively. Built for responsiveness and speed, HRFlow TNC ensures your HR site looks great on all devices.

Who uses this template?

🔹 Recruitment Agencies This template is ideal for recruitment firms seeking a sleek, professional platform to list job opportunities, introduce their team, and attract top talent. Its structure ensures a seamless browsing experience for both clients and candidates.

🔹 Corporate HR Departments Large companies use HRFlow TNC to build dedicated HR landing pages that communicate their employer brand, culture, and values. It’s a powerful tool for internal hiring and engagement.

🔹 Talent Management Firms Talent management companies leverage HRFlow TNC to showcase their services and case studies. The template helps position them as trusted partners for workforce development.

🔹 HR Consultants Independent HR consultants use this template to promote their services, publish thought leadership articles, and provide resources to potential clients. It presents their expertise in a polished manner.

🔹 Startups & SMEs Startups and small businesses choose HRFlow TNC for its simplicity and quick setup. It allows them to create a professional HR presence without heavy technical effort.

🔹 Job Boards & Career Services This template serves job boards and career service providers well. It offers a modern platform to list opportunities and provide career guidance in a visually engaging format.

Why Choose HRFlow TNC

🔹 Professional Design HRFlow TNC offers a clean and modern look that aligns with today’s design standards. It reflects professionalism and builds trust with visitors and potential candidates.

🔹 Easy Customization The template is easy to adapt to your brand’s colors, fonts, and style. No advanced coding is required, making it suitable for HR teams without technical backgrounds.

🔹 SEO-Optimized HRFlow TNC is designed with SEO best practices in mind. This ensures your HR website ranks well on search engines, helping attract more candidates and clients.

🔹 Fully Responsive Your site will look great on all devices, from desktops to smartphones. The template is built to deliver a consistent user experience across screen sizes.

🔹 Fast Loading Speed A lightweight, optimized structure ensures quick loading times, which helps reduce bounce rates and improves the overall user experience.

🔹 Webflow CMS Integration HRFlow TNC integrates seamlessly with Webflow’s CMS. This makes managing job listings, blogs, and team profiles simple and efficient.

Key Features

✅ Automated Workflows

✅ Employee Self-Service Portal

✅ Onboarding / Offboarding Excellence

✅ Integrated Analytics & Reporting

✅ Responsive Design Across Devices

✅ Customization

✅ Dedicated Customer Support

Benefits of using HRFlow TNC

🔹 Faster Time to Launch With its pre-built sections and user-friendly editor, you can get your HR website live in no time, saving both effort and cost.

🔹 Enhances Employer Branding HRFlow TNC allows you to present your employer brand clearly, helping attract and retain top talent by showcasing culture and values effectively.

🔹 Improves Candidate Experience The clean layout and intuitive navigation provide a smooth journey for candidates, encouraging them to engage with your job listings.

🔹 Strengthens Client Trust A well-designed HR website builds credibility with potential clients, demonstrating professionalism and attention to detail.

🔹 Supports Content Marketing Integrated blog and resource sections allow you to publish valuable content that positions your company as a thought leader in HR.

🔹 Scales with Your Needs Whether you’re growing your team or expanding services, HRFlow TNC’s flexible structure ensures your website evolves alongside your business.

How to Use HRFlow TNC – Webflow SaaS Template?

Using HRFlow TNC is a straightforward process. Here is an extended guide on how to use this webflow SaaS Template:

Click Here to Purchase the HRFlow TNC webflow template

Follow the steps to get your site ready

Replace content with your own

Adjust the design slightly if you want

Preview & Publish

HRFlow TNC is a simple, effective way to launch a website for your HR SaaS business. Its user-friendly design, essential features, and mobile-friendly layout will help you build a strong online presence and reach your audience. It is a cost-effective and flexible website solution.

Final Word

HRFlow TNC Webflow Template offers an ideal solution for building a stunning HR website that delivers results. With its modern design, easy customization, and powerful features, it’s a smart choice for HR professionals ready to stand out online. Elevate your HR presence today with HRFlow TNC.

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Overcoming Common Challenges in Custom Video Production for Advertisers

We all understand video is marketing gold. It is engaging, emotional, and converts like crazy. But after talking to any advertiser who has tried to produce custom video at scale, they are all going to tell you the same thing: “It’s hard, like really hard.”

From budgets growing, and creative blockage, custom video production tips can come with some challenges. However, with smart tools and a little foresight, you can turn these challenges into opportunities for standout campaigns.

Challenge 1: Production Bottlenecks

Scripts, edits, approvals, and repeat. Even short videos can take weeks if your process is messy. So, what’s the solution? Make pre-production easier with templates and scriptwriting tools.

Using video production optimization that automates the process, you can create personalized video content in minutes instead of days.

Pro tip: Integrate your video workflow with your CRM and auto-fill customer details. Imagine your video saying, “Hey, [first name], check this out!” without the manual labor.

Challenge 2: Sky-High Costs

With crew, equipment, and post-production, traditional custom videos can be expensive. But the good news? You don’t always need a whole film set to get people to look.

Branded video workflows, where pre-shot elements get customized and modeled based on dynamic content, can limit costs while maximizing impact. Added benefit? You will be able to send that polished video through SMS, RCS, or WhatsApp with Sinch’s messaging APIs, cutting out expensive media buying.

Challenge 3: Consistency Across Channels

Your video shines on YouTube, but falls apart on email or chat. Not all platforms are equal. Approach? Think channel-in. Square for social, vertical for mobile, short, and sweet for RCS.

A high-end platform helps you optimize delivery based on where your customers are and what the medium needs to be, so the right version always hits the right screen.

Challenge 4: Personalization Paralysis

Custom video is personal, until it isn’t. This is where automation intersects with creativity. Automating video personalization with dynamic fields, behavioral triggers, and existing templates helps you create one-to-one feeling videos at a one-to-many scale.

Customers notice the difference, and so does your ROI!

Wrapping Up

Custom video shouldn’t be stressful! With a structured strategy and effective automation tools, you can manage every headache and transform your video efforts into scalable, profit-driving brand moments.