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Why Are Spreadsheets Still Used by People?

Do you Know How to creating google sheets & its use? In this Blog we provide information about How to use google sheets as a database, many user searching for a simple way to handle online Spreadsheets, and Trunao is the best solution for that, and they provide excel to web apps at an affordable price. read more hear!

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Why Are Spreadsheets Still Used by People?

Microsoft Excel spreadsheets have been around since 1985 and are the most extensively used by numerous users. Microsoft spreadsheets have been synonymous with spreadsheets which shows the market dominance of the Excel spreadsheets. Over the last few years, many competitors have come up with their spreadsheets, but they do not match the competence of Excel spreadsheets. 

Only a few companies have matched Microsoft Excel's excellence, like Trunao's spreadsheet to database feature. Excel is the most commonly used tool by various users, as it is an immensely powerful and flexible tool. Everybody who works with Excel spreadsheets for their daily work knows its importance and how integral it is for the business. 

However, there are a few limitations when it comes to Excel spreadsheets. You may need to edit Excel file online using third-party software so that your data is protected securely with online database conversion. Sometimes you want to share your spreadsheets with collaborators, and with the arrival of Microsoft Office 365, there is a limitation on the users. This problem is solved with Google Sheets up to some extent. 

So Let's Explore Why People Still Gravitate Towards Excel Spreadsheets.

Simplicity and Familiarity

The first and foremost reason for using Excel spreadsheets is that it has been around since 1985, making it a trusted and widely used software by many small and larger companies. Irrespective of the scale of operations, various business enterprises have immensely used Excel spreadsheets. Although many Excel spreadsheets have been developed, it has not yet been incorporated into an ever-changing environment. Google Sheets have become one of the favourites among users, as it has evolved and merged the changing trends and requirements of the businesses such as mail merge Google Sheets and others 

Easily Accessible

The Excel spreadsheets are cost-effective and easily available, as are the free-to-use Google sheets. The Google Sheets allow users, irrespective of their scale of operations, to use their features free of cost and organize their company data. The Google Sheets have a user-friendly user interface that can be used on any device. This can pose a problem, as sensitive and confidential data can be misused or damaged if it goes to the wrong hands. This can be solved with Trunao's Excel solutions that allow to convert Excel spreadsheet to web application free that, eliminates the risk of losing IP with no-coding builder features.

Feasibility

The simple budget template Excel and Google Sheets provide various useful tools required to collect and organize data and many more functionality features. This makes Excel spreadsheets desirable, feasible and easily available options to store and organize data. But Excel has many restrictions that make it complex. The biggest concern of using Excel spreadsheets is the security issue. Many users worry about the security of the data in the spreadsheets. Personal information, company policies, and other sensitive information are risky if improperly protected. 

So What is the Solution?

If you are still using Excel spreadsheets and want to take it to the next level, Trunao is the perfect solution. Trunao allows you to edit and view files with the Excel viewer and editor software. You can easily convert Excel spreadsheets to web applications with a no-code builder feature. Users can publish spreadsheets online, collaborate with users securely and develop powerful business applications without coding. Avail Trunao's 30 days trial version and explore the advantages. 

Also Visit: Which of These Five Excel Features Do You Use?

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Morro Spring Event 2025

Time for this blog's first poll ever....

Alrighty folks, pick a theme for this year's spring collab event!! (Poll closes in 1 week, so around Feb 25)

This year, we're going to aim for a more cohesive set of themed works, so the themes below reflect that.

Like last year, this event will be chill and there will be informal sign ups (a public google sheet page, will be shared later) where you can put your username down to "sign up" for a slot (or multiple slots!)

Participants will then create a work (or multiple if they wish!) that fits the specific theme item they chose. Anything goes--fics, art, gifs, cosplay, etc.

Posting time is any time from March 1 to May 31, 2025! Be sure to tag this blog or your post may be missed!

The goal is to try to have everyone do something different so we can end up with a cool set of works. The theme can be interpreted however you want, so you can take it literally or figuratively or metaphorically or whatever. (Basic example: if the theme is chess, the specific theme items would be the chess pieces--so black pawn, white pawn, black rook, white rook, etc, and everyone can sign up for different chess pieces).

Rules:

No hate (racism, transphobia, homophobia, Islamophobia, etc) will be allowed, except in the context of exploring those themes.

OCs, AUs, and other non-canon content will be allowed.

Please tag/disclose all adult content properly so we may do the same when we reblog it here (we will allow adult content but we strongly encourage you to keep it rated T as the Ninjago fandom contains a wide range of ages).

Any other questions or concerns? Feel free to drop by and ask us! This really isn't an event with a lot of strict rules as long as you have fun and respect others :)

And as always, come talk to us in the Morrotober discord server!

[theresattrpgforthat]

The Great Soul Train Robbery - Spreadsheets

The Great Soul Train Robbery, by Cloven Pine Games, is a Honey Heist Hack about desperadoes robbing the Train to Hell. It's very much a pulp western meets a heist, with roll-tables for character classes and a tool for generating train cars for the desperadoes to work their way through on the way to capture whatever it is they're willing to gamble their souls for.

And I've made a Google Sheets player-kit for it!

As per usual, it's got my standard Safety Tools sheet, with room for CATS, Lines & Veils, and a link to the game. It also has a character template (pictured above) that you can copy for each player, with simple drop-down menus for character options and check-boxes to help you keep track of your Lover and Sinner stats.

If you want to make a copy for your own games, you can check out the play-kit here.

If you want to see all of the play-kits I've created in Google Sheets, you can check out the folder below!

Clicky.

[spencerrscardigans]

Doctors often tell patients, often chronically ill patients to stay off the social media that talks about their illnesses and to not look stuff up, and i can understand why this may be problematic but they also aren’t taking into consideration the positives and good things that can also occur from this.

POTS and other chronic illnesses are having a higher social media presence, and because of this it’s created quite a big stigma surrounding it, and people often think that these illnesses are just becoming a trend, but they don’t understand how helpful the representation is for so many people.

I do often see people in the comment section of these videos who will have one or two traits and immediately panic thinking they have these things and i can understand how that part isn’t great, but in some cases it actually is these posts online that help people get diagnoses and learn more about themselves.

I would not have been diagnosed with POTS and getting treatment if it weren’t for social media, and my doctors don’t know much about POTS so most of the tips and advice and treatment methods that i’ve found have been from social media, and i would not be where i am without it.

I struggled with dysautonomia for my entire life, and it had been established by my one doctor who actually knew about these conditions but he retired and the new doctors i was switched too don’t know much about my health conditions, so getting diagnoses and treatment has been a very slow process.

My dysautonomia is believed to have turned into POTS in early 2021 after i got covid, and for over a year i was struggling with debilitating symptoms and had no idea why. I was just trying to survive high school, and all the sudden i was getting sicker and sicker and it was causing quite the divide socially.

I had been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, and because of it i had already been limited in my physical activity, so i was just told that my POTS symptoms were because i was out of shape.

I tried to push myself to fix this, which only ended up making me feel worse. Sometime along the road of me trying to get more active, i got a fitbit.

I started using my watch to monitor my steps and sleep, and i noticed that my heart rate would shoot up to the 150s-170s when i was simply standing still, so i sat down, and my heart rate immediately dropped to the low 100s.

I thought that this may be a glitch with my watch, but was still concerned as i was aware that my heart rate should not get that high from just standing still, so i started googling. As a result of my search, the name Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome came up. I did some reading, and noticed that a lot of the signs were pointing to me, especially with the already established dysautonomia.

I had already dealt with a lot of doctors telling me that i was just paranoid and a hypochondriac, and i knew that watches sometimes glitched or didn’t work correctly, so i went to my pharmacy and got a pulse ox, and did the same standing test and it did the exact same thing as my watch.

I took pictures of my heart rate and started recording it on the charts that my watch had, and brought it to my next doctors appointment, explained my symptoms and then mentioned that i had heard of the condition POTS, and that it seemed pretty similar to what i was going through. My doctor had my do a short standing test in the office, and i had a 70bpm increase in my heart rate.

My doctor agreed that it definitely looked like POTS and she said that i met the criteria for a diagnosis, but she said she didn’t know very much about the condition and had only briefly heard about it, so she referred me to a cardiologist in another city as that was the closest specialist to me, but they denied the referral and said that they weren’t taking patients with POTS, and they gave her a information sheet and gave her some tests to do to rule out anything else.

The tests came back, and again it all pointed to POTS, but my doctor was scarcely familiar with the condition, and wasn’t comfortable giving me an official diagnosis, so she gave me an informal diagnosis. When it came to treatments, she also wasn’t familiar with anything besides telling me to drink more water, exercise, and increase my sodium intake, and the only medication she was familiar to treat it with was propranolol, so she prescribed that, but it unfortunately didn’t help much, so i wasn’t left with much help or advice.

The things my doctor recommended weren’t enough, and because i didn’t have an official diagnosis or really any information at all from my doctors it was hard to get accommodations with school, and i wasn’t sure what else to do, so i did what doctors recommend against and went to google and social media.

It was then where i found so many people like me who i could finally relate to, and found so much information about my condition and tips and tricks to help manage it.

Because i finally knew more about how to manage my POTS, i started trying out more things and in the last year i have learnt more than i had in years of going to doctors, and i also finally had a community where i felt less alone.

I was able to advocate for myself, and two years later, this february i finally got in to see a cardiologist and now have a proper diagnosis, and he was able to provide some more insight and treatment options for me and i’m finally starting to notice some improvement and have a hopeful plan for the future.

In cases like these, social media representation of chronic illnesses is not always bad, and can in my opinion, actually save lives. If i had not had access to these communities and help, i genuinely can say that i would not be where i am at today, and i am forever grateful for the communities that have been created.

[uegub]

Why Tableau is Essential in Data Science: Transforming Raw Data into Insights

Data science is all about turning raw data into valuable insights. But numbers and statistics alone don’t tell the full story—they need to be visualized to make sense. That’s where Tableau comes in.

Tableau is a powerful tool that helps data scientists, analysts, and businesses see and understand data better. It simplifies complex datasets, making them interactive and easy to interpret. But with so many tools available, why is Tableau a must-have for data science? Let’s explore.

1. The Importance of Data Visualization in Data Science

Imagine you’re working with millions of data points from customer purchases, social media interactions, or financial transactions. Analyzing raw numbers manually would be overwhelming.

That’s why visualization is crucial in data science:

Identifies trends and patterns – Instead of sifting through spreadsheets, you can quickly spot trends in a visual format.

Makes complex data understandable – Graphs, heatmaps, and dashboards simplify the interpretation of large datasets.

Enhances decision-making – Stakeholders can easily grasp insights and make data-driven decisions faster.

Saves time and effort – Instead of writing lengthy reports, an interactive dashboard tells the story in seconds.

Without tools like Tableau, data science would be limited to experts who can code and run statistical models. With Tableau, insights become accessible to everyone—from data scientists to business executives.

2. Why Tableau Stands Out in Data Science

A. User-Friendly and Requires No Coding

One of the biggest advantages of Tableau is its drag-and-drop interface. Unlike Python or R, which require programming skills, Tableau allows users to create visualizations without writing a single line of code.

Even if you’re a beginner, you can:

✅ Upload data from multiple sources

✅ Create interactive dashboards in minutes

✅ Share insights with teams easily

This no-code approach makes Tableau ideal for both technical and non-technical professionals in data science.

B. Handles Large Datasets Efficiently

Data scientists often work with massive datasets—whether it’s financial transactions, customer behavior, or healthcare records. Traditional tools like Excel struggle with large volumes of data.

Tableau, on the other hand:

Can process millions of rows without slowing down

Optimizes performance using advanced data engine technology

Supports real-time data streaming for up-to-date analysis

This makes it a go-to tool for businesses that need fast, data-driven insights.

C. Connects with Multiple Data Sources

A major challenge in data science is bringing together data from different platforms. Tableau seamlessly integrates with a variety of sources, including:

Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server

Cloud platforms: AWS, Google BigQuery, Snowflake

Spreadsheets and APIs: Excel, Google Sheets, web-based data sources

This flexibility allows data scientists to combine datasets from multiple sources without needing complex SQL queries or scripts.

D. Real-Time Data Analysis

Industries like finance, healthcare, and e-commerce rely on real-time data to make quick decisions. Tableau’s live data connection allows users to:

Track stock market trends as they happen

Monitor website traffic and customer interactions in real time

Detect fraudulent transactions instantly

Instead of waiting for reports to be generated manually, Tableau delivers insights as events unfold.

E. Advanced Analytics Without Complexity

While Tableau is known for its visualizations, it also supports advanced analytics. You can:

Forecast trends based on historical data

Perform clustering and segmentation to identify patterns

Integrate with Python and R for machine learning and predictive modeling

This means data scientists can combine deep analytics with intuitive visualization, making Tableau a versatile tool.

3. How Tableau Helps Data Scientists in Real Life

Tableau has been adopted by the majority of industries to make data science more impactful and accessible. This is applied in the following real-life scenarios:

A. Analytics for Health Care

Tableau is deployed by hospitals and research institutions for the following purposes:

Monitor patient recovery rates and predict outbreaks of diseases

Analyze hospital occupancy and resource allocation

Identify trends in patient demographics and treatment results

B. Finance and Banking

Banks and investment firms rely on Tableau for the following purposes:

✅ Detect fraud by analyzing transaction patterns

✅ Track stock market fluctuations and make informed investment decisions

✅ Assess credit risk and loan performance

C. Marketing and Customer Insights

Companies use Tableau to:

✅ Track customer buying behavior and personalize recommendations

✅ Analyze social media engagement and campaign effectiveness

✅ Optimize ad spend by identifying high-performing channels

D. Retail and Supply Chain Management

Retailers leverage Tableau to:

✅ Forecast product demand and adjust inventory levels

✅ Identify regional sales trends and adjust marketing strategies

✅ Optimize supply chain logistics and reduce delivery delays

These applications show why Tableau is a must-have for data-driven decision-making.

4. Tableau vs. Other Data Visualization Tools

There are many visualization tools available, but Tableau consistently ranks as one of the best. Here’s why:

Tableau vs. Excel – Excel struggles with big data and lacks interactivity; Tableau handles large datasets effortlessly.

Tableau vs. Power BI – Power BI is great for Microsoft users, but Tableau offers more flexibility across different data sources.

Tableau vs. Python (Matplotlib, Seaborn) – Python libraries require coding skills, while Tableau simplifies visualization for all users.

This makes Tableau the go-to tool for both beginners and experienced professionals in data science.

5. Conclusion

Tableau has become an essential tool in data science because it simplifies data visualization, handles large datasets, and integrates seamlessly with various data sources. It enables professionals to analyze, interpret, and present data interactively, making insights accessible to everyone—from data scientists to business leaders.

If you’re looking to build a strong foundation in data science, learning Tableau is a smart career move. Many data science courses now include Tableau as a key skill, as companies increasingly demand professionals who can transform raw data into meaningful insights.

In a world where data is the driving force behind decision-making, Tableau ensures that the insights you uncover are not just accurate—but also clear, impactful, and easy to act upon.

[stray-crow]

hi!! thought i'd direct my ask here since it's writing related -> how did you set up the google sheets to set and track word goals?? i opened up a sheets but it's a bit intimidating ;;

i'm guessing you do Insert>function>??? one of those? but idk which

there are a lot of different ways!! some basics to know:

the main functions i may use here are =SUM, =AVERAGE, =COUNTIF then follow the formula outline

more frequently i stick = in the formula box then select cells (or tab you want then its cells) with my mouse (a quicker way than typing cell or tab names)

but you can also limit cells usage by editing formulas directly in the cell you want to see the = in (like, you can have a cell with "=2+2" or a cell with "=A1+A2" with the numbers in them. both cells will have the same total calculated by the = but the formula bar will look different). Data Managers™️ recommend keep everything visible in cells, but we aint publishing this so do what you want

i also use cell formatting as % or date or whatever for less formula writing (% for example, i otherwise gotta do whatever math is needed for calculating that when i can just do the basics then ask it to do the rest AND it adds a % sign for me)

now let me go from least to most complicated set-up at start:

1. Total at Bottom

i got this settup to track multiple people at once, but you can keep the record column as Day 1, Day 2, etc and change the name columns to be months. Formulas:

row 33 Total Written =SUM(B2:B32) (alter the letter and number depending on column and days in month)

row 34 Goal (month) [free write #]

row 35 Progress (%) =B33/B34 , aka =[Total Written cell/Goal (month cell] format as %

row 36 Days Planning =COUNTIF(B2:B32, "planning") (or whatever specific word you want)

you can also have a year total somewhere, which you can see examples of how to in the last method

2. Weekly Goal

there's more manual in this so far which makes it easier to setup, harder to keep up on. columns week, dates, and words written are write-in (the last which i may =#+#+# throughout), but formulas:

column c words to go =1400-D31, aka =[word count goal]-[relevant "words written" cell]. conditional formatting (which i may swap the colors):

column e success is a drop-down menu which i forget how to create every time... look up "how to create drop-down menu in [spreadsheet program of choice]". i manually select the success based on vibes: earned, endeavored, exceeded, and resting

3. Detailed Year

there are two tabs here with more initial setup but less to manage later. they read from each other (what the ! does in a formula). starting with the daily data tab:

column date is formatted for calendar

column type is formatted with a drop-down menu, which the thought is to later make a pivot table counting the frequency of write, edit, edit+write, and daydreaming.

column word count is a manual input with conditional formatting

then the year tracking tab:

the free write-in columns are month, daily goal, and reflection. the column success is a drop-down i manually select at end. everything else has formulas:

column c month goal =[daily goal cell]*[# days of that month]

column d % of month will look like =(COUNTIF('2024 count'!C246:C275, ">0"))/30 , aka (COUNTIF('[name of daily data tab]'![relevant cell range from tab],">0"))/[days of month] formatted as %

column e daily ave is =AVERAGE(('[name of daily data tab]'![relevant cell range])

column f total count is =SUM('[name of daily data tab]'![relevant cell range]

column g goal progress is =[total count cell]/[month goal cell] formatted as %

the total row at the bottom goes like

daily goal =AVERAGE([above cells])

month goal =SUM([above cells])

% of month =AVERAGE([above cells])

daily ave =AVERAGE([above cells])

total count =SUM([above cells])

goal progress =AVERAGE([above cells])

yea that's about it

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is this from google

[voyita]

Why a Centralized Dashboard Might Be the Game-Changer Your Group Travel Business Needs

Let’s be honest—running group trips isn’t just about buses and bookings. It’s a constant balancing act: keeping tabs on payments, sorting out itineraries, making sure everyone gets the right info at the right time, and doing it all without dropping the ball.

If you're managing school trips, corporate outings, or special interest tours, chances are you’ve had moments where it felt like everything was held together with spreadsheets and crossed fingers.

And when you’re juggling a dozen tools and systems? That’s when things start slipping through the cracks.

The Chaos of Disconnected Tools

Picture this: You’ve got ten trips running at once. Each has a different group size, destination, and payment timeline. You're coordinating with vendors, answering parents' emails, and updating spreadsheets while trying to track who’s paid and who still owes what.

Sound familiar?

Without a centralized system, things can get messy. Really messy. You end up with:

Info scattered across email threads, Google Sheets, and group chats

Payment tracking that’s more guesswork than system

Missed updates or delayed replies that leave travelers confused

A lot of unnecessary stress—for you and your team

It’s exhausting. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

So, What Is a Centralized Dashboard?

Think of it like mission control for your travel business.

A centralized dashboard pulls everything—bookings, payments, itineraries, traveler details, communication—into one place. It’s a single system where you can actually see what’s going on, without having to chase down five different tabs.

With the right dashboard, you can:

Track bookings and trip progress in real time

Automate payment tracking (no more late-night manual reconciliations!)

Manage traveler info and preferences

Make quick updates to itineraries on the fly

Chat directly with travelers or your team

Pull reports to help you plan smarter

In short: Less chaos. More control.

Why It Makes Life Easier (for Everyone)

1. Save Time (and Sanity) Automate the repetitive stuff—like collecting documents, sending reminders, and managing signups—so you can actually focus on delivering great trips, not just managing the backend.

2. Fewer Mistakes When all your info lives in one place, it’s easier to stay on top of things. No more missed payments or forgotten forms.

3. Happier Travelers A smooth process makes a big difference. Travelers (and parents) love having easy online registration, real-time updates, and clear communication.

4. Easier Payment Management Forget chasing payments. A good dashboard will track who owes what, send reminders, and help you stay on top of it all.

5. Ready to Grow Whether you're running five trips a year or fifty, having everything centralized means you're not constantly reinventing the wheel as you grow.

Real Results from Operators Who’ve Made the Switch

Tour companies that move to centralized systems often see:

Up to 40% less time spent coordinating logistics

Happier travelers (and fewer angry emails!)

Way fewer missed or delayed payments

Easier training for new team members

And for companies running educational tours? Having everything in one place—permissions, medical info, itineraries—makes a huge difference when safety and organization are key.

Choosing the Right Dashboard

Not every platform will be the right fit. Look for one that’s:

Easy for your team and travelers to use

Built to handle different trip types and group sizes

Smart about automation (like reminders and itinerary updates)

Secure and reliable

Today’s tools give even small tour operators access to tech that used to be reserved for the big players.

Wrapping It Up

Running group travel doesn’t have to be a scramble. With the right dashboard, you’ll spend less time in the weeds—and more time creating unforgettable trips.

It’s not just about being organized. It’s about being free to focus on what you actually love about this work.

Curious what this looks like in action?

Voyita is an all-in-one group travel management software built specifically for group tour operators. From booking automation to payment tracking to vendor coordination, it gives you everything you need to run smoother trips—without drowning in admin.

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How to participate in crypto bounty airdrops available to users in India and earn tokens by completing simple tasks in 2025?

What Are Crypto Airdrops?

Let’s start from the beginning. Crypto means digital money that lives on the internet. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana are all examples of cryptocurrencies.

Now, what is an airdrop? Imagine someone dropping candy from the sky. You don’t have to pay anything, you just have to catch it! In the same way, crypto airdrops give away free tokens. These tokens can sometimes become very valuable later. Companies do this to get more people to know about their new cryptocurrency.

What Are Bounty Airdrops?

Some airdrops are called bounty airdrops. These are special airdrops where you earn tokens by finishing small tasks. These tasks are very easy, like:

Following a project on Twitter or Instagram

Sharing a post with your friends

Joining a Telegram or Discord group

Signing up with your email address

Making a short video or writing a comment

You don’t need any money to start. You just need a smartphone, internet, and some time.

Why Do Companies Give Free Tokens?

It might sound strange—why would a company give away free tokens? Here’s why:

Marketing: They want more people to know about their crypto project.

Testing: They want users to try out their app or website.

Community: They want to build a group of fans who will use and talk about their token.

If many people talk about the project, it becomes popular. That’s why they give rewards for tasks like liking, sharing, and commenting.

Steps to Join Crypto Bounty Airdrops in India

Now let’s talk about how YOU can start earning tokens in India through bounty airdrops in 2025.

Step 1: Create a Crypto Wallet

Before you begin, you need a safe place to store your tokens. This is called a crypto wallet. There are many free wallets you can use:

MetaMask

Trust Wallet

Coinbase Wallet

Download one of these apps from the Play Store or App Store. Make sure to write down your secret phrase (called a seed phrase) and keep it safe. Don’t share it with anyone.

Step 2: Follow Crypto Airdrop Platforms

There are websites and apps that post new airdrop tasks every day. Here are some you can check:

AirdropAlert

CoinMarketCap Airdrops

Airdrops.io

Bounty Detective

Visit these websites and sign up to get updates. You can also follow crypto channels on Telegram and YouTube that talk about new airdrops.

Step 3: Do the Tasks

Each airdrop will give you a list of things to do. These are usually super simple. For example:

Like and share a tweet

Retweet with a hashtag

Join a group and type “Hi”

Fill out a Google form with your wallet address

Make sure to do each task properly. If you miss a step, you may not get the reward.

Step 4: Submit Your Details

After completing the tasks, most airdrops will ask for your wallet address and maybe your social media usernames. Always double-check your wallet address. It’s like your bank account number in the crypto world.

Step 5: Wait and Watch

After you submit your details, the project team will review everything. It may take a few days or even weeks before the tokens arrive in your wallet. Some airdrops come quickly, and some may take a little longer.

Just keep checking your wallet. One day, you’ll see free tokens appear like magic!

Are Crypto Airdrops Safe?

Most airdrops are safe if you follow these rules:

NEVER share your wallet seed phrase

DON’T pay any money to join an airdrop

USE a separate email for airdrop tasks

CHECK if the project has a website and social media pages

Always stay smart and be careful online.

Can You Really Earn Money?

Yes! Some people in India have earned ₹1,000, ₹10,000, or even more from just one airdrop. Of course, not every airdrop gives big money. Some tokens may not grow much in value. But it’s still free, and you never know which token might become huge!

Tips for 2025 Airdrop Success

Join early: The sooner you join an airdrop, the better your chances.

Stay organized: Keep a notebook or use a Google Sheet to track tasks you’ve done.

Be active: Join 3–5 new airdrops every week.

Learn: Watch YouTube tutorials if you're unsure.

Invite friends: Some airdrops give extra tokens if your friends join too.

Final Words

Crypto bounty airdrops are one of the easiest ways to earn free tokens in 2025. You don’t need to be a tech expert or investor. If you can use a phone, you can join. And if you do it smartly, it could be a fun way to earn and learn at the same time.

So grab your phone, set up your wallet, and start catching those free tokens—just like catching candy from the sky!

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Introduction to Power BI: Empowering Data-Driven Decision Making

In today’s business environment, making data-driven decisions is crucial for staying competitive and efficient. With the increasing volume and complexity of data, organizations need robust tools to process, analyze, and visualize that information. Microsoft Power BI is one such tool, designed to turn raw data into actionable insights that empower decision-makers across various industries. Here’s a look at how Power BI helps businesses enhance decision-making capabilities.

For those looking to enhance their skills, Power BI Online Training & Placement programs offer comprehensive education and job placement assistance, making it easier to master this tool and advance your career.

What is Power BI?

Power BI is a powerful business analytics tool developed by Microsoft. It enables users to connect to a wide range of data sources, analyze the data, and create interactive reports and dashboards. This platform allows businesses to consolidate data from different sources and visualize it in a way that makes it easy to draw meaningful conclusions. With Power BI, organizations can turn complex data into simple, actionable insights that drive informed decision-making.

Key Features of Power BI

1. Data Connectivity Power BI offers seamless connectivity to multiple data sources, including on-premises databases, cloud services, and Excel files. Whether your data resides in SQL databases, Google Analytics, or even Excel sheets, Power BI allows you to consolidate and analyze it in one place.

2. Data Transformation and Modeling Power BI comes with powerful tools to clean and transform data. Using Power Query and Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), users can prepare their data for analysis by performing transformations, merging datasets, and calculating key metrics. This ensures that the data is structured and formatted in a way that best serves the business goals.

3. Interactive Dashboards and Visualizations Power BI makes it easy to create interactive and visually compelling dashboards. You can use various visual elements like charts, graphs, and maps to represent your data. These dashboards are interactive, allowing users to filter, drill down, and explore data at different levels of detail.

4. Real-Time Analytics With Power BI, businesses can track performance metrics in real time. This is especially useful for monitoring live data, such as sales performance, customer engagement, or inventory levels. The ability to access real-time analytics helps companies stay responsive and make decisions based on the most current data.

5. AI Integration Power BI integrates with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools, providing automated insights and advanced analytics. This allows users to uncover hidden patterns, forecast trends, and detect anomalies without requiring advanced data science skills. It’s simpler to master this tool and progress your profession with the help of Best Online Training & Placement programs, which provide thorough instruction and job placement support to anyone seeking to improve their talents.

Benefits of Using Power BI

1. Easy-to-Use Interface Power BI’s drag-and-drop interface makes it accessible to users of all technical backgrounds. Whether you’re an analyst or a business executive, you can create detailed reports and dashboards without needing coding expertise. This simplicity allows more team members to engage with data and contribute to decision-making.

2. Enhanced Decision Making Power BI helps businesses make informed decisions faster by providing real-time data and interactive reports. With up-to-date insights at their fingertips, decision-makers can act swiftly and accurately, whether they’re responding to market shifts, adjusting strategies, or optimizing operations.

3. Cost-Effectiveness Compared to traditional business intelligence tools, Power BI is relatively affordable. Microsoft offers a free version, while the Pro version provides even more advanced features at a competitive price point, making it a suitable option for businesses of all sizes.

4. Collaboration and Sharing Power BI facilitates collaboration by allowing users to share dashboards and reports with colleagues. Teams can access the same data and collaborate on insights, ensuring alignment and better decision-making across departments.

5. Scalability Power BI is highly scalable, making it ideal for businesses of all sizes. From small startups to large enterprises, organizations can leverage Power BI’s features to meet their specific needs, whether it’s managing data from a single department or integrating company-wide business intelligence.

Applications of Power BI Across Industries

1. Sales and Marketing Power BI enables sales teams to track performance, monitor sales pipelines, and measure campaign effectiveness. Marketing teams can analyze customer behavior, measure ROI, and optimize their strategies. With interactive dashboards, both teams can make data-driven decisions to improve engagement and sales outcomes.

2. Finance and Accounting Finance teams use Power BI to monitor key financial metrics such as cash flow, expenses, and revenue forecasts. Custom financial reports help decision-makers stay on top of business performance and make informed financial decisions.

3. Healthcare In the healthcare industry, Power BI helps organizations track patient data, monitor treatment outcomes, and optimize operations. It enables healthcare providers to deliver better patient care while reducing operational costs.

4. Manufacturing and Supply Chain Power BI is used to track production efficiency, manage inventory, and analyze supply chain performance. Manufacturers can identify bottlenecks, forecast demand, and optimize workflows for greater productivity.

5. Human Resources HR departments use Power BI to monitor employee performance, track recruitment efforts, and analyze workforce data. Insights gained from this data help HR teams improve talent acquisition, retention, and overall employee satisfaction.

Getting Started with Power BI

1. Download Power BI Desktop Start by downloading Power BI Desktop, which is free and offers all the necessary tools to build reports and dashboards on your local machine.

2. Connect to Data Sources Connect Power BI to your data sources, whether it’s from Excel, databases, or cloud services. This step allows you to consolidate all your data into one platform for analysis.

3. Build Reports and Dashboards Use Power BI’s intuitive interface to create your reports. Select visual elements like charts, tables, and graphs to represent your data, and customize your dashboard to highlight key business metrics.

4. Share and Collaborate Once your reports are complete, publish them to the Power BI service for cloud access. Share your insights with colleagues and collaborate on data-driven decisions in real time.

Conclusion

Power BI is an essential tool for organizations looking to leverage their data for better decision-making. Its powerful features, such as real-time analytics, interactive dashboards, and seamless integration with multiple data sources, make it an invaluable asset for businesses of all sizes. Whether you are in sales, finance, marketing, or any other department, Power BI empowers you to explore data, visualize trends, and make informed, data-driven decisions that drive business success.

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How to create a drop-down list in Excel and Google Sheets

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Best Collaboration Tools for Teams in Co-Working Spaces in Kakkanad

Introduction

As the business hub of Kochi, Kakkanad is home to several co-working spaces that cater to diverse teams working on collaborative projects. Whether you're part of a startup, a remote team, or a freelance group, effective collaboration is key to achieving goals. Thankfully, modern technology provides a variety of tools to enhance teamwork, streamline communication, and boost productivity. Here’s a look at some of the best collaboration tools that can help teams thrive in Kakkanad’s co-working spaces.

1. Slack – Seamless Communication for Teams

Slack is one of the most popular communication tools used by teams across the globe. For teams in co-working spaces, it helps create dedicated channels for projects, departments, or topics, ensuring that everyone stays in the loop without overwhelming their inboxes. Slack also integrates with other tools like Google Drive, Asana, and Zoom, making it easier to manage tasks and files from one platform.

2. Trello – Task Management Made Easy

Trello is an excellent tool for teams that need to manage projects in a visual format. It’s perfect for teams working in co-working spaces because of its flexibility and ease of use. The drag-and-drop interface allows teams to create boards for specific projects, add tasks as cards, and assign deadlines or responsibilities. Trello’s integration with apps like Slack and Google Workspace makes collaboration effortless.

3. Zoom – High-Quality Video Conferencing

Video conferencing is crucial for teams that include remote members or partners located in different cities. Zoom offers a reliable platform for virtual meetings, with features such as screen sharing, virtual backgrounds, and breakout rooms. Teams in Kakkanad’s co-working spaces can easily use Zoom to connect with stakeholders and team members who are not physically present, ensuring smooth communication across the board.

4. Google Workspace – A Comprehensive Suite for Collaboration

Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) is one of the most comprehensive tools for teams working in co-working spaces. It includes Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides for real-time document editing, along with Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Meet for communication and file sharing. Teams can collaborate on documents simultaneously, reducing the back-and-forth that often comes with traditional methods of sharing files.

5. Microsoft Teams – Complete Collaboration Platform

For teams already using Microsoft Office products, Microsoft Teams is an excellent choice. It combines workplace chat, video conferencing, file sharing, and integration with Office 365 applications. Whether you're scheduling meetings or collaborating on Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files, Microsoft Teams keeps everything in one place, making it ideal for teams in Kakkanad’s co-working spaces.

6. Asana – Advanced Project Management

For teams looking for a robust project management tool, Asana is a strong contender. It allows teams to break down complex projects into manageable tasks, assign responsibilities, and track progress through timelines, task lists, and calendars. With features like goal setting, progress reporting, and integration with other tools like Slack and Google Workspace, Asana is perfect for ensuring team collaboration stays on track.

7. Miro – Virtual Whiteboard for Creative Teams

For teams that need to brainstorm and visualize ideas, Miro is a virtual whiteboard tool that can enhance collaborative efforts. Whether it's mapping out workflows, creating mind maps, or conducting team retrospectives, Miro offers a range of templates and tools that make remote or in-person brainstorming sessions more productive. For teams in co-working spaces, it's a great tool to foster creativity and innovation.

Conclusion

Co-working spaces in Kakkanad provide an excellent environment for collaboration, innovation, and growth. By utilizing the right tools, teams can enhance productivity, streamline communication, and make the most of the shared working space. Whether it's managing tasks on Trello, conducting meetings on Zoom, or brainstorming ideas on Miro, these tools offer flexibility and convenience, allowing teams to work more efficiently together.

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How to create a drop-down list in Google Sheets | 2024

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Before you get off the rollercoaster…

Mentor Message 5.25.24 Mentor Blog Archive

*Many thanks to Cara Smulevitz & Dean Victor DeVore for their quick video tutorials!

End of Semester Reminders

Closing out your courses

Export your Canvas Course into a Development Shell (DS). How to get a Development Shell and keep a backup offline.

Download Gradebook & Quizzes Text Tutorial & Cara’s Video

How to create back-ups of files of your grades and courses (4:52)

Submitting Grades: Use drop-down on the grade sheet to “Approved” & click on that teeny, little “Post” button at the bottom. Take a screenshot or print it out for your records. Victor’s Tutorial (4:22)

Incompletes? Do not conclude your course or lock modules if you have assigned a grade of “Incomplete.” Students may need to access and participate in the course material. See my 5.17.24 Post to Extend Course Calendar Submit the Incomplete forms. Submitting Faculty Forms, Victor’s Tutorial (5:22)

Getting Set Up for Summer or Fall

📩Contact Students to both their non-SDCCD student emails & their SDCCD student emails. You can paste copies of any pre-semester communications to your students in Canvas as an announcement or page in a module.

IMPORTANT: Starting this summer, everyone will use their SDCCD Email login/password to log into Canvas

Locating students Non-SDCCD email

Sending emails to SDCCD Student email

Student help with SDCCD Email

Faculty help with SDCCD Email

Canvas Course Shells:  Build your courses offline & in your Development/Sandbox so it’s easier to restore if Campus Solutions deletes your “real” shells. Any change in instructor, time, a typo, etc. can trigger Campus Solutions to delete that shell without warning. Cara’s Tutorial, Copying Canvas Course into a Development Shell (4:16) or Text version

🆕 Need a Basic Course Template for City College: I created one for our campus in Canvas Commons. You can use this link in Canvas or put my name “Aileen Gum” in the Canvas Commons Search Bar.

Have LRC scan the beginning 20% of your text to post in your Canvas course: This helps students get started if they have a delay in getting their books or financial aid.

Consider a Liquid Syllabus  so students can get ready before class starts or see how amazing your class will be before they register! *You can release/suppress Google pages to control what people see pre-enrollment vs enrolled. Create/Hide/Delete Pages in a Google Site less (6 Min)

Don’t just put it in your syllabus… Consider Having or Updating Your Orientation Module: This makes it easier for students to locate important policies when they need something specific (so they don’t keep emailing you every second, “Did you get my email?), grades/response times, support resources, etc.

These are some templates you can use from Creative Commons

Aileen Gum, City College: City College Basic Course Template

Doug Holton, Valencia College: General Orientation/Module Template

Cheryl Chapman, CVC General Orientation/Module Template

Sample Class Orientation Templates

Jenny Clark, Saddleback CC

Hector Vildosola Imperial Valley CC

Maxell Nathan Sklar, Mission College (math)

Jorge Saucedo-Daniel San Bernadino CC (Short, but notice 365 baked into his Orientation)

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📈 The Only Line Chart Guide You’ll Ever Need (With Real Examples from India)

Line charts, or line graphs, are among the simplest yet most powerful tools in the data visualization world. Whether you're tracking Nifty 50 trends, analyzing website traffic, or forecasting COVID-19 cases, the humble line chart has your back.

This guide dives deep into what line charts are, when to use them, how to build them with tools like Strike Money, and how to avoid common mistakes.

🔍 What Exactly Is a Line Chart and Why It’s Used Everywhere

A line chart is a graphical representation of data points connected by straight lines. It’s primarily used to show trends over time — ideal for time series data.

You’ll see line charts in:

Financial reports (like Sensex closing prices)

Health dashboards (like daily COVID-19 recoveries)

Marketing (like monthly traffic growth)

Scientific research (like temperature variations)

Why it matters: Humans are hardwired to spot patterns. Line graphs help us quickly identify spikes, dips, and trends without crunching numbers.

📊 Break It Down: Anatomy of a Line Chart

Before diving in, let’s decode the parts:

X-Axis: Represents time or categories (e.g., months, days)

Y-Axis: Shows the metric (e.g., stock price, temperature)

Data Points: Actual values plotted on the graph

Trend Line: Connects data points to show progression

Multiple Lines: Used to compare multiple datasets (e.g., Reliance vs. Infosys stock)

Example: A line chart of Nifty 50 from Jan to Dec shows market recovery post COVID-19 waves — from under 12,000 in March 2020 to 18,000+ in 2021.

🧠 When Should You Use a Line Chart? Don’t Just Guess

Use a line chart when your data has a logical progression — especially over time.

✅ Best Use Cases:

Stock performance: e.g., tracking HDFC Bank stock price over 5 years

Economic trends: e.g., India’s GDP growth rate per quarter

Sales and revenue: e.g., monthly product sales

Social media engagement: e.g., follower count growth over time

💡Pro Tip: Avoid using line charts if your data isn’t continuous. For categories (like customer type or product type), use bar charts instead.

🚀 Want to Build a Line Chart? These Are the Tools You Need

There are several tools out there — from spreadsheets to data science libraries.

Here are the most used platforms:

1. Strike Money

A user-friendly Indian charting tool built for stock traders and financial analysts. Plot live stock trends, compare multiple equities, and use advanced indicators on interactive line graphs.

Example: Plot Infosys, TCS, and HCL Tech on one line chart to compare IT sector momentum.

2. Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets

Perfect for beginners and business users. Just insert your data and select “Insert Line Chart.”

3. Python (Matplotlib / Seaborn)

Ideal for data scientists and developers. Highly customizable, great for big datasets.import matplotlib.pyplot as plt plt.plot(dates, stock_prices) plt.title("Infosys Stock Over Time") plt.xlabel("Date") plt.ylabel("Price (INR)") plt.show()

4. Tableau / Power BI

Best for dashboards and presentations. Easy drag-and-drop interface for real-time visuals.

🧪 Step-by-Step: How to Create Line Charts Like a Pro

Let’s say you want to visualize Maruti Suzuki stock price in 2024.

In Strike Money:

Go to the charting dashboard

Type MARUTI in the ticker search

Select Line Chart from chart type dropdown

Customize time range (1 month to 5 years)

Add comparison lines or indicators as needed

In Google Sheets:

Enter dates in column A, prices in column B

Highlight data → Insert → Chart

Choose “Line Chart” under chart type

Style your chart (colors, labels)

Result? A clean, readable graph ready to share or embed.

🤔 Line Chart vs Bar Chart vs Scatter Plot — Which One Should You Use?

Choosing the right chart type is crucial for clear storytelling. Use Case Best Chart Trends over time Line Chart Comparing categories Bar Chart Correlation between variables Scatter Plot

Example: If you want to show how HDFC Bank’s price moved from Jan to March — line chart is perfect. If you want to compare Q4 revenue between HDFC, ICICI, and Axis — go with bar chart.

🎯 Follow These Best Practices for Better Line Charts

A good line chart is clear, accurate, and tells a story.

🔑 Design Tips:

Use consistent intervals on the X-axis

Avoid clutter: Limit to 3–4 lines max

Highlight key points with data labels

Always label axes and units

Use colors with purpose — not decoration

🛑 Avoid using 3D effects or unnecessary gridlines. It reduces readability.

📉 Case in Point: The RBI once published inflation trends without labeling the Y-axis units — leading to misinterpretation by media outlets.

🏦 Real Examples from Indian Stock Market That Use Line Charts

📈 Example 1: Nifty 50 Historical Line Chart

From 2018 to 2024, the Nifty 50 showed significant recovery post-pandemic. Line charts highlighted:

Crash during March 2020 (COVID panic)

Gradual recovery till late 2021

Volatility during global recession signals (2022–2023)

📈 Example 2: Reliance vs. Tata Motors (2023)

Using Strike Money, plotting these two giants shows:

Reliance remained flat post Q2 results

Tata Motors rose steadily due to strong EV sales

These comparisons are clearer on line charts than any table or bar chart.

❌ Don’t Make These Mistakes With Line Charts

Many beginners (and even analysts) misuse line graphs. Here’s what to avoid:

1. Inconsistent time intervals

Never mix weekly and monthly data on one line. It breaks flow and misleads.

2. Manipulated axes

Truncating the Y-axis can exaggerate or hide trends. Always start from zero unless context demands otherwise.

3. Too many lines

Four or more lines = spaghetti. It confuses more than it explains.

4. Unlabeled axes

Your audience shouldn’t guess what the graph means.

📚 What Research Says About Line Charts and Data Comprehension

Multiple studies back the effectiveness of line charts:

A 2019 MIT study found that line charts are the fastest chart type to interpret for time-based data.

In a Nielsen Norman Group UX test, 73% of users could accurately describe trends from line charts compared to only 45% from raw tables.

According to Google’s Data Visualization Guidelines, line charts are the default recommendation for dashboards involving time-based KPIs.

💡 How Line Charts Power Data Storytelling and Better Decisions

The real power of line charts isn’t just in their simplicity — it’s in the story they tell over time.

In business, a well-designed line chart can:

Justify a new budget (e.g., marketing ROI growth)

Show underperformance (e.g., product sales dip)

Communicate urgency (e.g., rising churn rate)

Inspire confidence (e.g., growing user base)

Example: During India’s COVID-19 second wave, the Ministry of Health used line charts daily to show rising cases. It informed lockdown decisions and public behavior.

In finance, line graphs of stock volatility are used to guide investment strategy.

🧭 Wrapping Up: Your Takeaway from This Line Chart Guide

To recap:

Use line charts to show trends over time.

Choose the right tool like Strike Money, Excel, or Python.

Keep it simple, clear, and focused.

Avoid clutter and misleading designs.

Use real-world data storytelling to drive impact.

Whether you're a marketer, analyst, or trader, mastering line charts will level up your data game.

👇 Ready to Create Stunning Line Charts?

Explore Strike Money — a powerful charting tool for Indian market data. Build, customize, and analyze stock trends like a pro — no code needed.

Line charts aren't just visuals. They're stories. And every dataset has one worth telling.