#dynamics customization and configuration

[codinix]

Microsoft Dynamics: A Guide To Its Customization And Configuration 

Microsoft Dynamics is an efficient suite of business applications designed to streamline processes, increase customer engagement, and accelerate organizational growth. While its standard features are robust enough for many organizations' needs, customization and configuration often play a crucial role in tailoring Microsoft Dynamics systems to meet specific business requirements. This guide explores Microsoft dynamics customization and configuration so businesses can unlock its full potential. 

Understanding Microsoft dynamics customization and configuration Ecosystem 

Before diving more deeply, it's vitally important to distinguish between customization and configuration within the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. 

Customization: It refers to making changes in an application tailored specifically to meet business needs. Customization may encompass simple adjustments like adding fields or workflows to more complex changes like creating entirely new modules tailored for unique processes. 

Configuration: Configuring Microsoft Dynamics requires adapting its built-in tools without changing its underlying code, such as creating entities, defining relationships, and changing system settings through its user interface. Through configuration, businesses can customize Dynamics for their workflow without extensive coding needs. 

Journey of Microsoft Dynamics Customization 

Assessment and Planning: Before embarking on any customization journey, businesses should conduct a careful examination of their processes and requirements, including pain points, user needs analysis, and envisioning desired end states. A strategic plan lays the groundwork for successful customization. 

Customization Tools: Microsoft Dynamics offers users tools to tailor the system according to their needs. The Power Platform features Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, which makes this accessible for those of all technical backgrounds. 

Entity Customization: Entities are the building blocks of Microsoft Dynamics, representing various data elements. Customizing entities allows businesses to manage the information unique to their operations by adding or changing fields, creating relationships between entities, and setting rules that govern those relationships. Businesses may then efficiently utilize Microsoft Dynamics' data capture and management tools. 

Form and View Customization: Tailoring forms and views is critical to providing users with an optimal user experience by providing information that aligns with business processes. Customizing forms may involve moving fields around, adding sections, and including business logic, while views can be configured according to user roles for optimal viewing of relevant data. 

Configuration Best Practices: User Roles and Security 

Leverage role-based security to limit users' access to data and functionalities according to their responsibilities, thus improving data integrity and security. This way, only relevant information will be presented for interaction from any organizational role or function. 

Workflow Automation: Take advantage of workflow automation to streamline processes and minimize manual effort. Microsoft Dynamics provides the means for creating automated workflows that trigger actions based on predetermined conditions for improved efficiency and consistency. 

Integration Capabilities: Microsoft Dynamics integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft products and third-party applications, providing seamless data flow throughout an organization while eliminating silos and encouraging collaboration. Configuration can involve setting up integrations to ensure data synchronicity within an enterprise and setting up integrations that create seamless flow within it. 

Reporting and Analytics: Customize dashboards and reports to gain insight into business performance with Power BI's customizable visual reports that facilitate data-driven decision-making. 

Challenges and Considerations for Customization/Configuration 

Customization can bring many advantages, yet businesses should remain mindful of potential pitfalls. Over-customizing can increase complexity and maintenance overhead. Striking the appropriate balance by prioritizing customizations that provide tangible value without jeopardizing system stability is critical. 

Additionally, businesses should remain abreast of updates and features released by Microsoft. Regularly reviewing and optimizing customizations ensures compatibility with new versions of Microsoft Dynamics while capitalizing on ongoing platform enhancements. 

Conclusion 

Microsoft Dynamics customization and configuration enable businesses to tailor the platform specifically to their requirements, driving efficiency and innovation in business operations. Organizations can unlock their full potential by understanding the nuances of customization and configuration, creating an agile environment that adapts quickly to changing business requirements. And Codinix Technologies is here to help you with the same. From streamlining workflows, improving user experiences, or gathering actionable insights - the customization and configuration capabilities of Microsoft Dynamics provide businesses with all of the tools needed for success in an ever-evolving business landscape. 

[resusking230]

Ladies and gentlemen, developers and dreamers — The moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived!

After two years of pixel-pushing, code-crunching, and more coffee than I’d like to admit, I’m thrilled to present to you the next major step in the evolution of our beloved game engine:

🎉ResusBox 0.12.7 is officially LIVE! 🎉

This update is more than just new features — it's a heartbeat of passion, a breath of creativity, and a defibrillator-powered jolt to the imagination!

Packed with enhanced mechanics, fresh customization tools, smoother animations, and plenty of surprises (including a few *shocking* ones), this version brings us one step closer to making resuscitation-themed games a unique, expressive, and memorable experience.

What's New in ResusBox 0.12.7?

This version is packed with exciting new features and improvements that push the engine to a whole new level:

- New UI design — Clean, modern, and more intuitive than ever

- Help Center — Includes How to Play, controls, and settings guide

- Advanced graphics rendering system — Now with full overlay support

- Image support — JPG, PNG, BMP, and GIF images

- Cutscene Player — Story scene animations, including looping and autoskip features

- MP3 background music support — Play music in game and story mode

- New configuration file format — More readable, more powerful

- New game physics — Now powered by improved physics for smoother, more dynamic gameplay

- Custom inventory icons — Personalize your game visuals even more

- Terminal — Perfect for debugging, experimenting, or just having fun with commands

- Developer Manual — Official documentation to help you master game development

Thank you all for your patience, feedback, and support.

Stay creative and have fun, ResusKing 230

Developer of ResusBox.

DOWNLOAD RESUSBOX v0.12.7

Required OS: Windows XP SP3 or higher.

Required RAM: 512 Mb or higher.

Required DotNET Framework: v3.5 or higher.

Download:

Date: June 5, 2025.

[caelwynn]

New Additions to Caelwynn's Stardew 1.6.9+ Mod List — April 17, 2025 Edition

Went through and alphabetized/reorganized each page in the modlists, so hopefully they're easier to navigate. 💖

Expansions/NPCS

Always Raining in the Valley — adds best boi Sterling, his cousin Henry, and their housemate Mia, to Sunberry Village. Now with Sterling's Marriage Update!

Always Raining in the Valley Kids - Children Grow Up — A delightful surprise from Hime. This mod turns your children with Sterling into real NPCs! Includes dialogue not just for the children, but also 150+ lines for Sterling too.

Dynamic Shane and Sterling — Allows you to befriend Shane and Sterling in any order without breaking immersion, with optional rival heart events for Shane/Sterling.

Jonghyuk and Spanner - Custom NPCs for Sunberry Village — The world ended, but Jonghyuk survived. Adds a dateable bachelor and adoptable child NPC to Sunberry Village. From the author of Lucikiel and Lavril!

Rose and the Alchemist - Custom NPCs for Sunberry Village — Rose and the Alchemist are two new custom NPCs living in Sunberry Forest! Enjoy two charming storylines full of events and silly shenanigans, plus unlockable animal familiars, a magical forage questline and more!

Wren the Plumber — Custom NPC for Sunberry Village — An older transgender woman has come to Sunberry to be gay and fix pipes. From the author of Jorts and Jean!

Dialogue/Character Changes

Harvey Attends Aerobics — Changes Harvey's schedule so that he officially joins the aerobics club after his 6 heart event. Check-up schedules are moved to a Monday.

Gameplay/QoL

Actually Lucky Rabbit's Foot (Rebooted) — Makes the Rabbit's Foot actually give you some Luck. A passive luck bonus is applied to your character whenever you carry around a rabbit's foot.

Auto Heal and Energize — Automatically consume food to recover when your health or stamina is low.

Boss Battles — This mod adds 7 new unique bosses to the mines with varying difficulty settings and arenas, each dropping cool costumes and valuable materials.

Catalogue Filter - Continued — Adds a filter field for shop menus and catalogues that lets you filter shown items based on text input.

Challenging Community Center Bundles — A bundle overhaul mod which tries to create a challenging but not frustrating experience playing Stardew Valley. My first time playing with it, so we'll see how it goes.

FarmHouse Lights — Lets you have light at night in your home without placing torches. Island house included as option.

Fruit Trees Unblocked — Brings some of the unblocking functionality from Fruit Tree Tweaks to 1.6

Growing Valley - Child NPCs — See your toddlers grow up into walking, talking children who take after your spouse! A content pack for LittleNPCs. [Requirement for ARV Kids]

Legacy Cellar — Spacious cellar expansion, with a large main floor, plus a lower level for indoor planting.

Legacy Coops and Barns — More spaciously laid out coops and barns for your animals, with a dedicated area for produce machines or storage once fully upgraded.

Legacy Farm — Large farm map with its own quarry, waterfall cave to replenish your energy, farm forest with foragables and re-spawnable hardwood stumps, a vineyard and winery/storage shed area and a Junimo treehouse with warps to the Mountain, Beach, Desert, Ginger Island, Ridgeside Village and East Scarp.

Legacy Farm Cave — Three-story farm cave, created for the Legacy Farm, though it should be compatible with most other farm maps! Includes foragables, planting areas, a hot spring to replenish your energy, a treasure chest to help you in the early game, and your very own small quarry. Works like a greenhouse, and you can use casks here.

Legacy Farm Progression Unlocks — Adds progression-based locks to ItsLunatyx's Legacy Farm with configurable added large debris and an optional (temporary!) barrier to the winery.

Legacy Greenhouse — Large Greenhouse, originally created for the Legacy Farm but should be compatible with most farm maps. Three large planting rooms, a large basement, and a garden area to have fun with.

Little NPCs — Turns your children into little NPCs. Requires ContentPatcher. [Requirement for ARV Kids]

Lnh's First FarmHouse — Sizable new farmhouse with both first and second upgrades. Trying it out in my newest save in order to (hopefully) avoid bugs in a couple of Sterling's Marriage events.

The Museum Pays - Get Paid Donating to the Museum — This mod adds a new way to get paid in the valley and that's by your own donations to the museums, for every 10 donations to the museum you'll now receive a letter the next day with thanking you 1000/5000/10000 gold. Configurable.

PFM Indoor Apiary - Indoor Bee house Mod — This is a Producer Framework Mod that allows bee houses to produce honey indoors from either potted plants or the ground. It works in sheds, barns, coops, your home, greenhouses, the sewer or where-ever else you could think to place a potted flower and beehive.

Furniture, Flooring, & Wallpapers

Cute Cottagecore Furniture Catalog — Makes Furniture from "Cute Cottagecore Furniture for Alternative Textures" by Luny as new object in new catalog instead of Alternative Textures!

Decorator's Dream Furniture and Textures by Ilyeana (With Functional Shelves) — A modpack full of textures, functional display items, and decorations for your best SDV life!

Guxelbit's Catalog — Adds vanilla style furniture to the game without replacing the original.

HxW Boutique Bakery — This mod adds 50+ beautiful pieces of furniture for you to build your dream bakery and coffee shop with.

HxW Romantic Fountains and Arches — This mod adds 15+ seasonal outdoor buildings you can have Robin instantly built for you.

HxW Romantic Furniture — This mod adds 50+ beautiful outdoor items (can also be used indoors) for you to decorate, house and unleash the romanticism with this classical set.

Kedi's Kids Furniture — Adds new furniture for your children in-game!

Nursery CP — Robokit12’s nursery furniture for Content Patcher.

Orangeblossom's Functional Suitcase Dressers — Adds 7 suitcases that act as dressers.

Seasonal Fantasy Lamp-posts — This mod adds four new lamp-posts and one lantern! They have seasonal day and night textures and use sconce light type (with the exception of the spirit lamps and firefly lantern that use colored and lantern lights).

wooden furniture S1 — Adds 37 pieces of furniture and 17 wallpapers and flooring.

Alternative Textures

Aster and Nari's Japanese Wallpaper and Flooring

Asters Walls and Floors Megapack

Cerri's Walls and floors for AT

Dustbeauty's Seasonal Path and Flooring

Hojichas Seaside Furniture, Wallpapers, and Floors for AT

K10_FTW's Woods Wainscotting Walls and Floors for AT

Muski's Recolor of HxW's Fairy Fountain

NPC Furniture and Wallpaper

Old-Timey Cottagecore Furniture

Shyzie's Rugs

Shyzie's Seasonal Rugs

Shyzie's String Lights

Shyzie's Witchy Goblincore Rugs

Too Many Swatches II

West Elm Furniture (AT) by Atlas

The Masterpost for all of the mods I use is located here.

[ui-alcoholic]

CRAY 2 (1985) Cray Research

The fastest supercomputer of its day with pioneering liquid-cooled processing power.

Amongst the significant advancements in supercomputing, the Cray-2 holds a prominent place for its innovative design and advanced computational capabilities. Introduced in 1985, this supercomputer was developed by Seymour Cray and produced by Cray Research, with an initial cost of approximately $16 million. It represented a considerable advancement in the field of high-performance computing.

Like its predecessor the Cray-1, the Cray-2's design was notable for its cylindrical form, which was a departure from the conventional rectangular configurations of earlier supercomputers. This design was not merely aesthetic; it addressed practical challenges associated with cooling. The cylindrical shape facilitated the use of a Fluorinert cooling system, effectively managing the substantial heat generated by its processors and allowing for increased operational speeds and enhanced reliability. The distinctive "waterfall" cooling system became emblematic of high-performance computing in popular culture.

Central to the Cray-2's capabilities was its processing power. It was capable of performing up to 1.9 billion floating-point operations per second (FLOPS), making the fastest computer of its time. This computational capability enabled more sophisticated and rapid analysis in various scientific fields, including molecular modeling and fluid dynamics. Researchers were able to undertake complex simulations and computations with greater efficiency than was previously possible.

Its influence extended beyond its period of active use, setting a new benchmark for supercomputing architecture and performance. The design and technological advancements introduced by the Cray-2 had a lasting impact on subsequent generations of high-performance computing systems. Only 25 were sold. This Cray- 2 was a custom Cray-2 for REI with more memory than a standard Cray-2, the first of only three built. It is also believed to be the longest running system for REI and possibly the longest running Cray-2 for the world when it was shut down in 1999.

Approximate overall dimensions of supercomputer: 6 ft. 8 in. (2 m.) high, 14 ft. 5 in. (4.4 m.) wide, 11 ft. 6 in. (3.5 m.) deep.

Comparison to later computers

In 2012, Piotr Luszczek (a former doctoral student of Jack Dongarra), presented results showing that an iPad 2 matched the historical performance of the Cray-2 on an embedded LINPACK benchmark.

[spadilles-lair]

Loadout Display Featuring OpsCore SF, Crye SPC, and AWS SMU

Here's what we are looking at:

Ops-Core FAST SF Ballistic Helmet Setup:

Dynamic Fuzz Cover

Core Survival HEL-STAR 6 Gen III+

Wilcox G22

3M Peltor ComTac V on 3M ARC Adapter, with NoiseFighters Sightlines and Koffin Wurks Krypt

Princeton Tec Charge MPLS

Surefire M340V Scout Light Pro on Ops-Core Picatinny Rail Adapter

Ops-Core Counterweight

Elbit Gen 3 WP PVS-14 with Nightline Power Pack and Nocorium PVS-14 Digital Wrap, with a Cold Harbour Adjustable Diaphragm and Night Vision Incorporated Lens Protector on the front and rear lens respectively

NoiseFighters AX14-PRO

Crye Precision AirLite SPC Setup:

AXL Structural Shoulder Pads

Crye Precision Admin Pouch

Crye Precision AirLite Detachable Panel

AWS Universal Mag Pouch Panel (Discontinued) with Spiritus Systems Pangolin Flap

Crye Precision Custom Prototype MultiCam Urban Rubble Dangler

Crye Precision AirLite Configurable Radio Pouch

Disco32 Motorola 2 Pin PTT

×2 Crye Precision JPC Maritime 6×6 Side Plate Pouch

HSG Tourniquet MOLLE TACO Pouch

Blue Force Gear Micro Trauma Kit NOW! - Plus+

×2 Blue Force Gear Helium Whisper Pouch

MultiCam Tropic Crye Precision Magazine Pouch

Crye Precision Zip-On Pack Panel 2.0

AWS SMU Setup:

esstac Double Pistol KYWI

esstac 5.56 Single KYWI Midlength

Kinetic Consulting Dump Pouch

×2 Blue Force Gear Helium Whisper Smoke Grenade Pouch

Blue Force Gear Micro Trauma Kit NOW!

Blue Force Gear TQ Hammock

Blue Force Gear Boo Boo Pouch

G-Code XST Holster Left Hand

Plus an Avon C50 Gas Mask with VPU and its Crye GP pouch as a treat

[lynnbecks-mainblog]

Hey you! Yes, you! Learn how to use GZDoom!

Also if you see this post, please reblog it if you think it's good, like I don't think Tumblr's algorithm (that kinda exists) will like it.

Hi, I'm Lynn "WJB" Beck, and I'm here to tell you about an exciting new old game engine that is extremely easy to use for not just making original games, but also mods and animations and stuff!

And this engine... is GZDoom.

GZDoom is an enhanced sourceport of the 1993 first-person shooter, demon-punching simulator and stress-test for pretty much any technology that contains a computer. As opposed to more low-key and/or "vanilla" sourceports like Chocolate Doom or Boom, GZDoom allows for a lot more options, including Build Engine-style voxels, several types of dynamic lighting, and even stuff that was originally exclusive to specific Doom Engine games, like Strife's light RPG mechanics, This means that it can be used to make extremely impressive "total conversion" mods, and even fully original games with entirely custom stuff!

This guide covers how to get started, and a basic overview of how certain things work (get ready to learn about lumps!).

Getting Started

Ok so before you can start Doing The Thing, you need to... install some software! Don't worry, it's only like 4 and they're fairly lightweight.

Go to this website here and download the most recent version of GZDoom. You will need this to actually run your game.

Go here and get Slade. You will need this to import custom graphics and audio, as well as to use text-lumps (which are basically necessary, even if you're making a basic custom level set, and I will explain why further down).

This ZDoom Forum topic is where you can get Ultimate Doom Builder. While there are other Doom mapping tools, UDB is what I personally use, and it's extremely beginner-friendly while also being fairly versatile. It even has a built-in script editor, so you can modify a script and then immediately jump into testing to see if what you've done has worked!

Finally, you need a copy of specifically Doom 2. You could use Doom 1, but in my opinion Doom 2 is better because it has a lot more stuff than the first game, and - let's be real - you'll probably be doing a lot of vanilla mapping to get to grips with the editor before you can start making your big ambitious game (which is what I'm doing over on my modding sideblog, check it out). I'll leave this one up to you. EDIT: I forgot that Freedoom exists. That's also good.

Mounting stuff into Ultimate Doom Builder

Next, you'll need to get UDB set up. This is fairly easy. First open UDB and, as soon as it starts up, go to the top-menu and click "Tools", then go to Game Configuration. Select "GZDoom: Doom 2 (UDMF)" and click "add resource"; using the attached file-explorer, locate the Doom 2 folder on your computer's file system and add DOOM2.WAD to the list of resources, then do the same with gzdoom.pk3 in the GZDoom folder (making sure to switch the "Add Resource" tab from "From WAD" to "From PK3". Click Ok, and you're done!

If you want to put your custom graphics into the game, you simply create a WAD file in Slade, put your graphics in (more on that later) and save it; then when creating a map in UDB, this box will appear:

If you click "Add resource" here, you can then select your custom wad and use any assets, code etc. in your map!

How Slade works

This bit is a bit more complex because it deals with multiple file formats and methods of importing stuff, but I'll start simply by explaining textures, flats, sprites and patches.

Before I do that though, I need to talk about Markers. To define images as a sprite, patch or flat, you need to put them between a pair of Markers with specific names, which you can create by clicking the "New Entry" button:

"Empty (Marker)" is selected by default, so all you need to do is name it. The naming format is [LETTER]_START to start a section and [LETTER]_END to end one; S_Start/S_End are for sprites, P_Start/P_End are for patches, and F_Start and F_End are for flats. You can, additionally, further subdivide this by making another pair of Markers inside a Start/End pair with a number after the letter, but I'm not sure if this does anything (my only experience with it is that the Doom 2 wad file does this).

Now to explain how these things actually work! First, sprites. A sprite is an image that represents an object or creature in the game, and a cool thing that GZDoom does is let you use generic PNGs instead of Doom's proprietary GFX format. Sprites use the following naming scheme: a four-letter identifier, a single character denoting what frame of the animation the image represents (the Arch-Vile, which has the most sprites out of any monster in Doom 2, has frames that go from A all the way to Z, and then [, \ and ]), and finally a number from 0-8 that indicates the angle the Thing (that's the technical term for a Doom Engine entity, by the way) is at. Using the Imp as an example:

The "0" angle just means that the sprite should look the same regardless of the player's angle; this is used for items, decorations, the death animations of all monsters (including players), and the two sprites used for Doom II's final boss.

A cool thing about sprite angles is that you can actually make a sprite work for multiple angles; by adding an extra frame-letter and angle-number after the first set, you can do things like have a monster whose left and right walking frames are the same but mirrored by formatting the sprite's name as something like NAMEA2A8 (in fact, the Imp uses this technique for all its sprites apart from its death animation).

Next up, flats! Flats are square textures that are designed to go on floors or ceilings (though you can use them anywhere, including as sky textures!) but lack the flexibility of patch-based textures. You literally just. Import your texture and put it between F_Start and F_End. That's it. That's how a flat works.

And finally, patches. Patches are complicated, but very easy to use when you know what you're doing. First, put your image between P_Start and P_End, then right click it, put your mouse over the "Graphics" dropdown, and select "Add to Patch Table". You will then be prompted to create a TEXTURES lump; click "Ok" with the default settings. This creates a Texture1 lump, and the "Patch Table" (which is just a list of patches, which I will explain soon), alongside P_Start and P_End if they aren't already present (and a dummy texture). Double-click Texture1 to open it, and then select "New Texture" (you can adjust the scale, too):

Once this is done, go to the top-right corner and click "Add patch":

By default, you only have access to any patches you have assigned, but a cool trick I use in my own mapsets whenever I want to modify an official texture is to copy its Texture1 entry from the Doom 2 WAD, then paste it into my WAD's Texture1 and rename it. This does create copies of the constituent patches in your own wad's P_Start/P_End section, but you can delete those and it will still work fine.

Both patches and Flats are limited to 8-letter names, so be warned.

The actual final thing to talk about is converting PNGs to GFX; this is a simple process, but it can cause issues with colour. Basically, Doom has a very specific palette:

While this can look pretty good, on images it wasn't designed for or that use colours it doesn't feature, it can look pretty bad. For example, if I put this random image I made through the conversion process:

Then it comes out looking like this:

All the more cyan-adjacent hues become more blue, it nuked the antialiasing, and some of the gaps in my colouring are now much more obvious (especially on the fifth character's head and legs).

My point is, only do this if you want your mod to be compatible with more vanilla sourceports, or if you want to reduce the filesize. Otherwise, you're better off just using a strict palette when making the sprites and keeping them as PNGs.

Custom palettes are possible, but like. Literally all you do is click "New Entry", select "palette", name it, click the "Import from" button (purple page with a diagonal arrow on the top-middle of the palette-view window), set the filetype on the file explorer to "PNG", and import your custom palette image (which should be square (non-square images get squished and lose some colours) and 16x16 at the smallest, though the images I normally use are 128x128 because for some reason they're scaled up by a factor of 8, even though they display the same when imported regardless of size). You can even test them out or add them to the in-built palette list, which is nice. If you want it to override the default palette when your WAD is loaded, name the lump "PLAYPAL", which is what Doom's palette is called.

Now we get to talk about text lumps! I don't have much to say. Do the "New Entry" thing, select "Text", and name the file. The ZDoom wiki - which I will be linking to at the end - has information on each type, so check those out.

Map making

This is the final main section of this, and I'll try keeping it fairly brief and simple. Doom maps use four main elements; Vertices, Lines, Sectors, and Things. A Vertex is, well a vertex; it's a point in 2D space that acts as a starting or connecting point on a Line. Lines can be either walls or walkover triggers, depending on how you use them. Sectors can be rooms or shapes on the floor, and have properties such as damaging floors, being "underwater" (the player can swim and sound is muffled), or even having different gravity. Finally, a Thing is any entity that isn't one of those, ranging from monsters to player-starts to decorations, plus some complex technical ones I can't even begin to explain.

Useful resources

I am not good with words, but these places are!

ZDoom wiki - covers both regular ZDoom and GZDoom, plus other sourceports like the multiplayer-focused Skulltag and Zandronum. It has guides about ACS and ZScript, two of GZDoom's most useful tools for scripting maps and Things, respectively, as well as the obsolete "DECORATE" language which ZScript incorporates many elements of.

Dragonfly's Doomworks - mapping tutorial resource. I use their portal tutorial a lot whenever I want to put portals in a map.

Doomwiki - good for looking up monster and weapon stats for if you're making custom Things.

[motorspexx]

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X - Full Tech Specs and Performance

This is the new 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X — the most extreme and technologically advanced Corvette ever built. Under the rear hatch is a hand-assembled 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged LT7 V8, producing a massive 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. This flat-plane-crank engine revs to 8,000 rpm and uses a unique “maniturbo” design, where the exhaust manifold and turbo housing are combined into one compact unit. The result is lightning-fast spool, reduced lag, and brutal mid-range power.  At the front axle, an upgraded electric motor from the Corvette E-Ray adds another 186 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque. Combined system output is 1,250 horsepower, delivered through a fully electrified all-wheel-drive setup with torque vectoring for maximum grip and agility. Performance is hypercar-level. Zero to sixty takes under two seconds. The quarter-mile less than nine seconds at over 150 miles per hour. The front motor stays engaged up to 160 mph, then decouples to reduce drag and maximize top-end performance. Drivers can opt for two distinct chassis setups. The standard package uses Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires and next-gen Magnetic Ride Control for street-focused balance. The ZTK track pack stiffens everything up, swaps in Michelin Cup 2R tires, and adds more aggressive aero calibration for serious cornering. Speaking of aero, the optional Carbon Aero package includes front dive planes, a hood extractor, underbody strakes, and a massive rear wing. Total downforce can reach up to 1,200 pounds, keeping the car planted even at triple-digit speeds. Carbon-ceramic rotors come standard — 16.5 inches up front with massive 10-piston calipers. In testing, the ZR1X pulled up to 1.9 g of deceleration when braking from 180 to 120 miles per hour. Built in Bowling Green with precision and performance in mind, the 2026 Corvette ZR1X is more than a supercar — it’s a declaration that America can build a hypercar.  2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X – Technical Specifications Powertrain Engine Type: LT7 5.5L Twin-Turbocharged DOHC V8 Crankshaft: Flat-plane Engine Output: 1,064 hp @ 7,000 rpm Engine Torque: 828 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm Turbochargers: Dual 76 mm turbos with integrated "maniturbo" housing and dynamic anti-lag Redline: 8,000 rpm Electric Motor (Front Axle): Output: 186 hp / 145 lb-ft Max Engagement Speed: 160 mph Configuration: Single motor, torque-vectoring capable Total System Output Combined Horsepower: 1,250 hp Combined Torque: Estimated over 950 lb-ft Drivetrain: Electrified All-Wheel Drive (eAWD) Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic Performance 0–60 mph: under 2.0 seconds (GM estimate) Quarter Mile: under 9.0 seconds @ more than 150 mph (GM estimate) Top Speed: Not officially released Max Deceleration: Up to 1.9 g from 180 to 120 mph Chassis & Suspension Platform: Mid-engine, aluminum space frame Suspension: Standard: Magnetic Ride Control with adaptive dampers Optional: ZTK Track Pack with stiffer springs and custom tuning Tires: Standard: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S ZTK Package: Michelin Pilot Cup 2R Steering: Electrically assisted, variable ratio Brakes Front: 16.5-inch Carbon-Ceramic Rotors with 10-piston Calipers Rear: Carbon-Ceramic Rotors with 6-piston Calipers Aerodynamics Standard Aero: Functional rear spoiler, underbody paneling Carbon Aero Package (Optional): Carbon fiber dive planes Hood extractor vent Underbody strakes High-mounted rear wing Max Downforce: Up to 1,200 lbs Dimensions (estimated) Length: \~182.3 in Width (w/mirrors): \~79.7 in Height: \~48.6 in Wheelbase: \~107.2 in Curb Weight: Not officially disclosed (expected \~3,900–4,000 lbs) Wheels Front: 20 x 10 in Rear: 21 x 13 in Construction: Lightweight forged aluminum (optional carbon fiber wheels) Production & Assembly Assembly Location: Bowling Green Assembly, Kentucky, USA Engine Hand-Built: Performance Build Center (same facility) Availability Launch: Expected late 2025 Price: To be announced

[satoshi-mochida]

Street Fighter 6 coming to Switch 2 on June 5 alongside Years 1-2 Fighters Edition - Gematsu

Capcom will release a Switch 2 version of Street Fighter 6 alongside the hardware’s launch on June 5, the company announced.

On the same day, a Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam, including all characters and stages released through Years 1 and 2.

Here is an overview of the Switch 2 version and Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, via Capcom:

Street Fighter 6 Brings Fierce Competition to the Nintendo Switch 2!

Capcom’s iconic fighting game franchise is ready to hit the streets once again with the release of Street Fighter 6 on the Nintendo Switch 2! Launching on June 5, 2025, fighters will get to experience all the heart-pounding action and thrilling combat, while on the go. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or newcomer, prepare to jump into a brawl anywhere, anytime, and immerse yourself in the next level of fierce street fighting competition.

New Modes and Features for Every Fighter

Local Wireless Match – One on One brings all of your favorite Street Fighter 6 characters to the forefront for serious bouts against any rival via Local Wireless mode! Challenge your friends who also have the Nintendo Switch 2 and test your skills in epic showdowns.

Local Avatar Match – Bring your personalized fighter to life in Avatar Matches, newly added in Local Wireless mode. Play as your custom avatar from World Tour and use newly acquired moves you’ve learned during your journey.

Fun, Unique Ways to Battle with Friends

Tabletop Mode – Share the excitement with friends using the Joy-Con and enjoy Street Fighter 6 in tabletop mode. Classic, Modern, and Dynamic control types have been configured for the Joy-Con 2, making it a perfect opportunity to battle it out anywhere.

Gyro Battle – Get ready to shake things up with Gyro Battles. Using the Joy-Cons, two players can battle it out using dynamic motion controls, all while following the same rules as one-on-one matches.

Calorie Contest – Step up your game in the Street Fighter 6 Calorie Contest Mode! This unique and fun twist enables players to use their Joy-Cons to perform various actions, such as landing attacks and performing Super Arts that will build up Calorie Gauges. It’s a contest that challenges both your strength and endurance!

Collectible amiibo and amiibo Cards

New amiibo Figures and Cards – Street Fighter 6 will be releasing collectable amiibo figures of fan-favorite characters Luke, Jamie, and Kimberly, available at launch alongside the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. You can also grab collectible amiibo cards with the Starter Pack featuring all 22 characters from Street Fighter 6 through Year 1. Booster packs will also be available in the future, with new characters and designs. These amiibo figures and cards can be loaded into the game, unlocking exclusive in-game content.

Customizable amiibo Figures and Cards – Take customization to the next level with amiibo interactions. Customize and save your character’s outfit and button settings to the amiibo figures/cards and load them immediately into the game. You can also use the Ryu and Ken amiibo figures from Super Smash Bros.™ for even more fun.

Rewards – Each figure and card you collect, including the Ryu and Ken amiibo figures from Super Smash Bros., unlocks a range of exclusive rewards. For both amiibo figures and cards, you will receive character-specific device wallpapers and photo frames. Furthermore, amiibo figure owners will also receive exclusive BGM, Device Wallpaper, and Photo Frame!

A New Edition for the Perfect Way to Play

The Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition will be available on June 5, 2025, across all platforms including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and the new Nintendo Switch 2. This edition includes the characters and stages released through Years 1 & 2, making it a total of 26 characters including their Outfit 1, Colors 3-10, and 20 stages. Standard Edition is also coming to Nintendo Switch 2! More details about Street Fighter 6 on the Nintendo Switch 2 will be shared soon, but for now stay tuned on all the latest information on the official Street Fighter 6 website!

Street Fighter 6 is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, and PC vis Steam.

Watch a new trailer below. View a new set of screenshots at the gallery.

Switch 2 Announce Trailer

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Years 1-2 Fighters Edition Announce Trailer

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Street Fighter 6 – Announce Trailer – Nintendo Switch 2

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Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition – Announce Trailer

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The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Street Fighter 6 will launch on June 5, 2025.

On the same day, a Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam, including all characters and stages released through Years 1 and 2.

Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition key visual

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Nintendo Switch 2 version overview

Street Fighter 6 Brings Fierce Competition to the Nintendo Switch 2!

Capcom’s iconic fighting game franchise is ready to hit the streets once again with the release of Street Fighter 6 on the Nintendo Switch 2! Launching on June 5, 2025, fighters will get to experience all the heart-pounding action and thrilling combat, while on the go. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or newcomer, prepare to jump into a brawl anywhere, anytime, and immerse yourself in the next level of fierce street fighting competition.

New Modes and Features for Every Fighter

Local Wireless Match – One on One brings all of your favorite Street Fighter 6 characters to the forefront for serious bouts against any rival via Local Wireless mode! Challenge your friends who also have the Nintendo Switch 2 and test your skills in epic showdowns.

Local Avatar Match – Bring your personalized fighter to life in Avatar Matches, newly added in Local Wireless mode. Play as your custom avatar from World Tour and use newly acquired moves you’ve learned during your journey.

Fun, Unique Ways to Battle with Friends

Tabletop Mode – Share the excitement with friends using the Joy-Con and enjoy Street Fighter 6 in tabletop mode. Classic, Modern, and Dynamic control types have been configured for the Joy-Con 2, making it a perfect opportunity to battle it out anywhere.

Gyro Battle – Get ready to shake things up with Gyro Battles. Using the Joy-Cons, two players can battle it out using dynamic motion controls, all while following the same rules as one-on-one matches.

Calorie Contest – Step up your game in the Street Fighter 6 Calorie Contest Mode! This unique and fun twist enables players to use their Joy-Cons to perform various actions, such as landing attacks and performing Super Arts that will build up Calorie Gauges. It’s a contest that challenges both your strength and endurance!

Collectible amiibo and amiibo Cards

New amiibo Figures and Cards – Street Fighter 6 will be releasing collectable amiibo figures of fan-favorite characters Luke, Jamie, and Kimberly, available at launch alongside the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. You can also grab collectible amiibo cards with the Starter Pack featuring all 22 characters from Street Fighter 6 through Year 1. Booster packs will also be available in the future, with new characters and designs. These amiibo figures and cards can be loaded into the game, unlocking exclusive in-game content.

Customizable amiibo Figures and Cards – Take customization to the next level with amiibo interactions. Customize and save your character’s outfit and button settings to the amiibo figures/cards and load them immediately into the game. You can also use the Ryu and Ken amiibo figures from Super Smash Bros.™ for even more fun.

Rewards – Each figure and card you collect, including the Ryu and Ken amiibo figures from Super Smash Bros., unlocks a range of exclusive rewards. For both amiibo figures and cards, you will receive character-specific device wallpapers and photo frames. Furthermore, amiibo figure owners will also receive exclusive BGM, Device Wallpaper, and Photo Frame!

A New Edition for the Perfect Way to Play

The Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition will be available on June 5, 2025, across all platforms including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and the new Nintendo Switch 2. This edition includes the characters and stages released through Years 1 & 2, making it a total of 26 characters including their Outfit 1, Colors 3-10, and 20 stages. Standard Edition is also coming to Nintendo Switch 2!

More details about Street Fighter 6 on the Nintendo Switch 2 will be shared soon, but for now stay tuned on all the latest information on the official Street Fighter 6 website!

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Build a Full Email System in .NET with DotLiquid Templates (Already Done in EasyLaunchpad)

When you’re building a SaaS or admin-based web application, email isn’t optional — it’s essential. Whether you’re sending account verifications, password resets, notifications, or subscription updates, a robust email system is key to a complete product experience.

But let’s be honest: setting up a professional email system in .NET can be painful and time-consuming.

That’s why EasyLaunchpad includes a pre-integrated, customizable email engine powered by DotLiquid templates, ready for both transactional and system-generated emails. No extra configuration, no third-party code bloat — just plug it in and go.

In this post, we’ll show you what makes the EasyLaunchpad email system unique, how DotLiquid enables flexibility, and how you can customize or scale it to match your growing app.

💡 Why Email Still Matters

Email remains one of the most direct and effective ways to communicate with users. It plays a vital role in:

User authentication (activation, password reset)

Transactional updates (payment confirmations, receipts)

System notifications (errors, alerts, job status)

Marketing communications (newsletters, upsells)

Yet, building this from scratch in .NET involves SMTP setup, formatting logic, HTML templating, queuing, retries, and admin tools. That’s at least 1–2 weeks of development time — before you even get to the fun part.

EasyLaunchpad solves all of this upfront.

⚙️ What’s Prebuilt in EasyLaunchpad’s Email Engine?

Here’s what you get out of the box:

Feature and Description

✅ SMTP Integration- Preconfigured SMTP setup with credentials stored securely via appsettings.json

✅ DotLiquid Templating- Use tokenized, editable HTML templates to personalize messages

✅ Queued Email Dispatch- Background jobs via Hangfire ensure reliability and retry logic

✅ Admin Panel for Email Settings- Change SMTP settings and test emails without touching code

✅ Modular Email Service- Plug-and-play email logic for any future email types

✨ What Is DotLiquid?

DotLiquid is a secure, open-source .NET templating system inspired by Shopify’s Liquid engine.

It allows you to use placeholders inside your HTML emails such as:

<p>Hello {{ user.Name }},</p>

<p>Your payment of {{ amount }} was received.</p>

This means you don’t have to concatenate strings or hardcode variables into messy inline HTML.

It’s:

Clean and safe (prevents code injection)

Readable for marketers and non-devs

Flexible for developers who want power without complexity

📁 Where Email Templates Live

EasyLaunchpad keeps templates organized in a Templates/Emails/ folder.

Each email type is represented as a .liquid file:

- RegistrationConfirmation.liquid

- PasswordReset.liquid

- PaymentSuccess.liquid

- CustomAlert.liquid

These are loaded dynamically, so you can update content or design without redeploying your app.

🛠 How Emails Are Sent

The process is seamless:

You call the EmailService from anywhere in your codebase:

await _emailService.SendAsync(“PasswordReset”, user.Email, dataModel);

2. EasyLaunchpad loads the corresponding template from the folder.

3. DotLiquid parses and injects dynamic variables from your model.

4. Serilog logs the transaction, and the message is queued via Hangfire.

5. SMTP sends the message, with retry logic if delivery fails.

Background Jobs with Hangfire

Rather than sending emails in real-time (which can slow requests), EasyLaunchpad uses Hangfire to queue and retry delivery in the background.

This provides:

✅ Better UX (non-blocking response time)

✅ Resilience (automatic retries)

✅ Logs (you can track when and why emails fail)

🧪 Admin Control for Testing & Updates

Inside the admin panel, you get:

An editable SMTP section

Fields for server, port, SSL, credentials

A test-email button for real-time delivery validation

This means your support or ops team can change mail servers or fix credentials without needing developer intervention.

🧩 Use Cases Covered Out of the Box

Email Type and the Purpose

Account Confirmation- New user activation

Password Reset- Secure link to reset passwords

Subscription Receipt- Payment confirmation with plan details

Alert Notifications- Admin alerts for system jobs or errors

Custom Templates:

✍️ How to Add Your Own Email Template

Let’s say you want to add a welcome email after signup.

Step 1: Create Template

Add a file: Templates/Emails/WelcomeNewUser.liquid

<h1>Welcome, {{ user.Name }}!</h1>

<p>Thanks for joining our platform.</p>

Step 2: Call the EmailService

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await _emailService.SendAsync(“WelcomeNewUser”, user.Email, new { user });

Done. No controller bloat. No HTML tangled in your C# code.

📊 Logging Email Activity

Every email is tracked via Serilog:

{

“Timestamp”: “2024–07–12T14:15:02Z”,

“Level”: “Information”,

“Message”: “Password reset email sent to user@example.com”,

“Template”: “PasswordReset”

}

You can:

Review logs via file or dashboard

Filter by template name, user, or result

Extend logs to include custom metadata (like IP or request ID)

🔌 SMTP Setup Made Simple

In appsettings.json, configure:

“EmailSettings”: {

“Host”: “smtp.yourdomain.com”,

“Port”: 587,

“Username”: “noreply@yourdomain.com”,

“Password”: “your-secure-password”,

“EnableSsl”: true,

“FromName”: “Your App”,

“FromEmail”: “noreply@yourdomain.com”

}

And you’re good to go.

🔐 Is It Secure?

Yes. Credentials are stored securely in environment config files, never hardcoded in source. The system:

Sanitizes user input

Escapes template values

Avoids direct HTML injection

Plus, DotLiquid prevents logic execution (no dangerous eval() or inline C#).

🚀 Why It Matters for SaaS Builders

Here’s why the prebuilt email engine in EasyLaunchpad gives you a head start:

Benefit:

What You Save

✅ Time

1–2 weeks of setup and testing

✅ Complexity

No manual SMTP config, retry logic, or template rendering

✅ User Experience

Reliable, branded communication that builds trust

✅ Scalability

Queue emails and add templates as your app grows

✅ Control

Update templates and SMTP settings from the admin panel

🧠 Final Thoughts

Email may not be glamorous, but it’s one of the most critical parts of your SaaS app — and EasyLaunchpad treats it as a first-class citizen.

With DotLiquid templating, SMTP integration, background processing, and logging baked in, you’re ready to handle everything from user onboarding to transactional alerts from day one.

So, why should you waste time building an email system when you can use EasyLaunchpad and start shipping your actual product?

👉 Try the prebuilt email engine inside EasyLaunchpad today at 🔗 https://easylaunchpad.com

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The Evolution of DJ Controllers: From Analog Beginnings to Intelligent Performance Systems

The DJ controller has undergone a remarkable transformation—what began as a basic interface for beat matching has now evolved into a powerful centerpiece of live performance technology. Over the years, the convergence of hardware precision, software intelligence, and real-time connectivity has redefined how DJs mix, manipulate, and present music to audiences.

For professional audio engineers and system designers, understanding this technological evolution is more than a history lesson—it's essential knowledge that informs how modern DJ systems are integrated into complex live environments. From early MIDI-based setups to today's AI-driven, all-in-one ecosystems, this blog explores the innovations that have shaped DJ controllers into the versatile tools they are today.

The Analog Foundation: Where It All Began

The roots of DJing lie in vinyl turntables and analog mixers. These setups emphasized feel, timing, and technique. There were no screens, no sync buttons—just rotary EQs, crossfaders, and the unmistakable tactile response of a needle on wax.

For audio engineers, these analog rigs meant clean signal paths and minimal processing latency. However, flexibility was limited, and transporting crates of vinyl to every gig was logistically demanding.

The Rise of MIDI and Digital Integration

The early 2000s brought the integration of MIDI controllers into DJ performance, marking a shift toward digital workflows. Devices like the Vestax VCI-100 and Hercules DJ Console enabled control over software like Traktor, Serato, and VirtualDJ. This introduced features such as beat syncing, cue points, and FX without losing physical interaction.

From an engineering perspective, this era introduced complexities such as USB data latency, audio driver configurations, and software-to-hardware mapping. However, it also opened the door to more compact, modular systems with immense creative potential.

Controllerism and Creative Freedom

Between 2010 and 2015, the concept of controllerism took hold. DJs began customizing their setups with multiple MIDI controllers, pad grids, FX units, and audio interfaces to create dynamic, live remix environments. Brands like Native Instruments, Akai, and Novation responded with feature-rich units that merged performance hardware with production workflows.

Technical advancements during this period included:

High-resolution jog wheels and pitch faders

Multi-deck software integration

RGB velocity-sensitive pads

Onboard audio interfaces with 24-bit output

HID protocol for tighter software-hardware response

These tools enabled a new breed of DJs to blur the lines between DJing, live production, and performance art—all requiring more advanced routing, monitoring, and latency optimization from audio engineers.

All-in-One Systems: Power Without the Laptop

As processors became more compact and efficient, DJ controllers began to include embedded CPUs, allowing them to function independently from computers. Products like the Pioneer XDJ-RX, Denon Prime 4, and RANE ONE revolutionized the scene by delivering laptop-free performance with powerful internal architecture.

Key engineering features included:

Multi-core processing with low-latency audio paths

High-definition touch displays with waveform visualization

Dual USB and SD card support for redundancy

Built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet for music streaming and cloud sync

Zone routing and balanced outputs for advanced venue integration

For engineers managing live venues or touring rigs, these systems offered fewer points of failure, reduced setup times, and greater reliability under high-demand conditions.

Embedded AI and Real-Time Stem Control

One of the most significant breakthroughs in recent years has been the integration of AI-driven tools. Systems now offer real-time stem separation, powered by machine learning models that can isolate vocals, drums, bass, or instruments on the fly. Solutions like Serato Stems and Engine DJ OS have embedded this functionality directly into hardware workflows.

This allows DJs to perform spontaneous remixes and mashups without needing pre-processed tracks. From a technical standpoint, it demands powerful onboard DSP or GPU acceleration and raises the bar for system bandwidth and real-time processing.

For engineers, this means preparing systems that can handle complex source isolation and downstream processing without signal degradation or sync loss.

Cloud Connectivity & Software Ecosystem Maturity

Today’s DJ controllers are not just performance tools—they are part of a broader ecosystem that includes cloud storage, mobile app control, and wireless synchronization. Platforms like rekordbox Cloud, Dropbox Sync, and Engine Cloud allow DJs to manage libraries remotely and update sets across devices instantly.

This shift benefits engineers and production teams in several ways:

Faster changeovers between performers using synced metadata

Simplified backline configurations with minimal drive swapping

Streamlined updates, firmware management, and analytics

Improved troubleshooting through centralized data logging

The era of USB sticks and manual track loading is giving way to seamless, cloud-based workflows that reduce risk and increase efficiency in high-pressure environments.

Hybrid & Modular Workflows: The Return of Customization

While all-in-one units dominate, many professional DJs are returning to hybrid setups—custom configurations that blend traditional turntables, modular FX units, MIDI controllers, and DAW integration. This modularity supports a more performance-oriented approach, especially in experimental and genre-pushing environments.

These setups often require:

MIDI-to-CV converters for synth and modular gear integration

Advanced routing and clock sync using tools like Ableton Link

OSC (Open Sound Control) communication for custom mapping

Expanded monitoring and cueing flexibility

This renewed complexity places greater demands on engineers, who must design systems that are flexible, fail-safe, and capable of supporting unconventional performance styles.

Looking Ahead: AI Mixing, Haptics & Gesture Control

As we look to the future, the next phase of DJ controllers is already taking shape. Innovations on the horizon include:

AI-assisted mixing that adapts in real time to crowd energy

Haptic feedback jog wheels that provide dynamic tactile response

Gesture-based FX triggering via infrared or wearable sensors

Augmented reality interfaces for 3D waveform manipulation

Deeper integration with lighting and visual systems through DMX and timecode sync

For engineers, this means staying ahead of emerging protocols and preparing venues for more immersive, synchronized, and responsive performances.

Final Thoughts

The modern DJ controller is no longer just a mixing tool—it's a self-contained creative engine, central to the live music experience. Understanding its capabilities and the technology driving it is critical for audio engineers who are expected to deliver seamless, high-impact performances in every environment.

Whether you’re building a club system, managing a tour rig, or outfitting a studio, choosing the right gear is key. Sourcing equipment from a trusted professional audio retailer—online or in-store—ensures not only access to cutting-edge products but also expert guidance, technical support, and long-term reliability.

As DJ technology continues to evolve, so too must the systems that support it. The future is fast, intelligent, and immersive—and it’s powered by the gear we choose today.

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How AI Conversational Platforms Boost Lead Generation and Conversion Rates

AI-powered conversational platforms have become a necessity for marketers who need to create, connect, and convert leads in a short span of time. Since they can mimic the human touch and work 24/7, conversational platforms are changing the dynamics of how brands converse with prospects and how they close deals.

This is how they're making a positive impact.

Instant Engagement, Zero Wait Time

Today's customers need things in real time. AI-powered chatbot and voice assistants capture visitors the moment they land on a site and respond to questions, offer guidance, and stop drop-offs. That first interaction is usually the one that converts casual visitors into leads.

Qualifying Leads Automatically

AI platforms can be configured to pose intelligent, qualifying questions to identify a visitor's intent, budget, or timeline. This can be advantageous to businesses that focus on high-quality leads, it helps them to shorten response time and direct route prospects to the appropriate sales representative

Personalized Interactions That Convert

AI solutions scan user activity and adjust conversations to match. From recommending the appropriate product, providing a discount, or addressing a pain point, personalization builds trust and enhances conversion potential. This shows a customer that you remember small things about them, like their past purchase history and their likes and dislikes. This enables them to concentrate and sense more connected with your brand.

24/7 Lead Capture

Salespeople cannot work 24/7, but AI can. These sites capture leads 24/7, 7 days a week, across time zones, so you never miss a lead. This also helps to reach your customers on public holidays and weekends when your staff may not be working. This helps to boost your bottom line around the clock.

Seamless Integration with CRM Systems

New conversational platforms are natively connected with CRMs so that you can automatically log lead information, automate follow-up sequences, and track real-time conversion analytics.

Wrapping Up

AI conversation platforms are not chatbots, they're master lead generators. With real-time engagement, smart qualifications, and personalized experiences, they help businesses convert interest into action. For businesses looking to grow smartly, these tools not only keep the conversation alive but the conversions as well.

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MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon: Redefining Commercial Grandeur on Dwarka Expressway

MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon is poised to become a landmark in the commercial real estate landscape of New Gurugram, setting a new standard for excellence along the vibrant Dwarka Expressway. Developed by the esteemed MVN Group, this expansive mixed-use development integrates luxury retail, modern office spaces, world-class entertainment, and premium hospitality, creating a dynamic ecosystem that caters to diverse needs. With its innovative design, strategic location, and unparalleled amenities, MVN Mall is not just a commercial hub but a lifestyle destination that promises to transform the way people shop, work, and unwind in the National Capital Region (NCR).

This 2000-word article delves into the distinctive features of MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon, its prime location advantages, cutting-edge facilities, investment potential, and why it stands as a game-changer in Gurugram’s rapidly evolving commercial market.

Project Snapshot: MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon

Project Name: MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon

Type: Mixed-Use Commercial Development

Location: Sector 37D, Dwarka Expressway, Gurgaon

Configurations: Retail Shops, Food Courts, Office Spaces, Multiplex, 5-Star Hotel

Status: Under Development

RERA No.: GRG 17292024

Spanning an impressive 20 acres with a prominent 5-acre frontage, MVN Mall is envisioned as the largest fully air-conditioned mall in NCR. Designed by the globally celebrated architect Hafeez Contractor, the project draws inspiration from iconic international retail destinations, blending sophistication with functionality. The mall offers retail spaces starting at 150 sq. ft., with prices beginning at approximately ₹54 lakhs, making it accessible to a wide range of investors, from boutique retailers to global brands.

The project’s meticulously planned layout includes dedicated zones for fashion, lifestyle, dining, and entertainment, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for visitors. Beyond its commercial offerings, MVN Mall integrates a 5-star hotel, a state-of-the-art multiplex, and flexible office spaces, creating a holistic environment that caters to businesses, families, and leisure-seekers alike.

Strategic Location: A Gateway to Opportunity

The location of MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon along the Dwarka Expressway is a key driver of its commercial potential. Positioned at the 22 KM mark, the mall benefits from the only drop-off point on the elevated corridor, ensuring unmatched visibility and accessibility. This strategic placement positions MVN Mall as a focal point for both local residents and regional visitors, amplifying its appeal as a commercial and lifestyle destination.

Key Location Highlights

Dwarka Expressway Advantage: The Dwarka Expressway, also known as the Northern Peripheral Road, is a critical infrastructure artery connecting Gurugram with Delhi. MVN Mall’s prime position on this corridor ensures it captures the attention of commuters, making it a high-traffic destination for retail and business activities.

Seamless Connectivity: The mall enjoys excellent connectivity to major roads, including NH-8, Southern Peripheral Road, and Golf Course Extension Road. Its proximity to the Delhi Metro network further enhances accessibility, attracting visitors from across NCR.

Close to IGI Airport: Located just a short drive from Indira Gandhi International Airport, MVN Mall is ideally positioned to serve business travelers, tourists, and international shoppers, boosting its appeal as a premium retail and hospitality hub.

Thriving Residential Catchment: Sector 37D is surrounded by upscale residential communities, top-tier educational institutions, and advanced healthcare facilities. This creates a steady stream of affluent customers, ensuring consistent footfall for retailers and service providers.

Emerging Business Hub: The area around Sector 37D is rapidly evolving into a commercial powerhouse, with tech parks, corporate offices, and business centers in close proximity. MVN Mall is well-positioned to cater to the region’s growing corporate workforce, making it an ideal location for offices and retail.

Public Transport Integration: With easy access to Gurgaon Railway Station, upcoming metro stations, and city bus routes, MVN Mall ensures convenience for visitors without personal vehicles, further driving footfall.

These location advantages make MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon a high-growth commercial property, offering significant potential for rental yields, capital appreciation, and long-term investment returns.

Unrivaled Amenities: A Blueprint for Modern Comfort

MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon is designed to deliver a comprehensive experience that transcends traditional commercial spaces. By incorporating world-class amenities, the project caters to the diverse needs of businesses, shoppers, and families, setting a new benchmark for urban convenience and luxury.

Signature Amenities

Largest Air-Conditioned Mall in NCR: The entire complex is centrally air-conditioned, ensuring a comfortable environment for visitors throughout the year.

Multi-Level Parking: Spacious parking facilities accommodate thousands of vehicles, minimizing congestion and enhancing convenience.

Family-Centric Features: Dedicated kids’ play zones, clean restrooms, and baby care areas make MVN Mall a welcoming destination for families.

Inclusive Accessibility: Wheelchair ramps and accessible entry/exit points ensure the mall is inclusive for all visitors.

Efficient Mobility: High-speed elevators and escalators facilitate smooth navigation across multiple floors, improving the visitor experience.

Advanced Security: 24/7 CCTV surveillance, RFID barriers, trained security personnel, and fire safety systems create a secure environment.

Sustainable Design: Eco-friendly features like LED lighting, rainwater harvesting, and waste management systems reflect the project’s commitment to sustainability.

Culinary Diversity: A vibrant food court and upscale restaurants offer a wide range of global cuisines, catering to varied tastes.

Entertainment Excellence: A cutting-edge multiplex, gaming arcades, and an indoor sports academy provide endless entertainment options.

Flexible Workspaces: Customizable office spaces cater to businesses of all sizes, from startups to multinational corporations.

Luxury Hospitality: The integrated 5-star hotel attracts high-end visitors, creating synergies with retail and dining businesses.

Tech-Driven Infrastructure: High-speed Wi-Fi and uninterrupted power backup ensure seamless operations and connectivity.

Architectural Splendor: A 100-ft man-made waterfall and lush landscaping create a visually stunning ambiance, elevating the mall’s aesthetic appeal.

These amenities create a vibrant ecosystem that fosters business growth, enhances customer satisfaction, and builds a sense of community, positioning MVN Mall as a true lifestyle destination.

Investment Potential: Why MVN Mall Stands Out

MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon presents a compelling opportunity for investors, retailers, and entrepreneurs seeking high-growth commercial real estate. Here’s why it’s a top choice for investment:

Prime Location: The mall’s strategic position on Dwarka Expressway ensures high visibility and footfall, driving business success.

Strong ROI Prospects: As a RERA-compliant project (RERA No. GRG 17292024), MVN Mall offers investor confidence and significant potential for rental income and capital appreciation.

Versatile Revenue Streams: The mixed-use model—combining retail, dining, entertainment, offices, and hospitality—creates multiple income opportunities.

Premium Infrastructure: World-class facilities and finishes ensure the property remains competitive and future-ready.

Diverse Customer Base: The mall appeals to families, professionals, tourists, and shoppers, ensuring consistent demand.

Trusted Developer: MVN Group’s 38-year legacy of quality and innovation reduces investment risks.

Eco-Conscious Design: Sustainable features future-proof the property against evolving environmental standards.

All-in-One Destination: By integrating shopping, dining, entertainment, and hospitality, MVN Mall maximizes business potential through synergies.

For investors seeking a high-return commercial property in a thriving market, MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon offers a unique combination of location, infrastructure, and opportunity.

MVN Group: A Legacy of Trust and Innovation

Since its inception in 1983, MVN Group has been a pioneer in real estate and education, delivering successful projects across NCR and Bengaluru. With a portfolio that includes Athens Gurugram, Athens Faridabad, and MVN AeroOne Bengaluru, the group has earned a reputation for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon, designed by Hafeez Contractor, reflects the group’s vision of creating iconic spaces that blend aesthetics with functionality.

The project’s RERA compliance and customer-centric approach underscore MVN Group’s commitment to transparency and excellence, making it a trusted choice for investors and businesses.

The Vision Driving MVN Mall

MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon embodies MVN Group’s vision of creating transformative spaces that inspire and empower. By integrating cutting-edge architecture, sustainable design, and diverse offerings, the project aims to redefine commercial real estate in NCR. The inclusion of a luxury hotel, a multiplex, and customizable workspaces reflects MVN Group’s understanding of the evolving needs of modern consumers and businesses.

Gurugram’s Commercial Boom: A Market Ripe for Investment

Gurugram has solidified its position as one of India’s most dynamic real estate markets, driven by rapid urbanization, infrastructure growth, and a thriving corporate ecosystem. The Dwarka Expressway has emerged as a hotspot for commercial and residential developments, thanks to its strategic connectivity and proximity to Delhi. MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon is perfectly positioned to capitalize on this growth, offering investors a chance to tap into a high-potential market.

The rising demand for premium commercial spaces in Gurugram, fueled by an expanding population and increasing disposable incomes, makes MVN Mall a strategic investment. Its eco-conscious features and modern infrastructure ensure it remains competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Conclusion: A Commercial Landmark in the Making

MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon Dwarka Expressway is more than a commercial development—it’s a visionary destination that redefines urban living and business in NCR. With its prime location, world-class amenities, and innovative design, it offers unparalleled opportunities for retailers, entrepreneurs, and investors. Whether you’re looking to establish a flagship store, set up a modern office, or invest in a high-growth property, MVN Mall Sector 37D Gurgaon is the ideal platform to achieve your aspirations.

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𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗙𝗹𝘂𝘅𝗲𝗿 is a versatile multi-effect packed with powerful modules designed to inspire creativity and exploration:

𝙏𝙖𝙥𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙚: Add authentic analog warmth with hiss and character controls.

𝘿𝙪𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨: Includes a “bipolar” filter with COMB mode for unique resonances.

𝙏𝙬𝙤 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙗 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙚𝙨: Each offers 3 distinct modes for lush spatial effects.

𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧: Features traditional shapes (Ramp up/down, Triangle, Square, Random) and a configurable custom shape with 1–5 steps.

𝙁𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧: Choose from 4 versatile modes for modulation.

𝙂𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙚: Granular-based effects with rhythmic gating, pitch shifting, and reversing.

𝘿𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙮 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙚: Granular delays capable of pitch-shifting and reversing audio.

𝙒𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧: 11 modes for dynamic distortion and tonal shaping.

𝙇𝙤-𝙁𝙞 𝙈𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙡𝙚: Add texture with bit and sample rate reduction.

𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧: A simple yet effective auto-compressor for dynamic control.

𝙇𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙧: Offers soft, hard, and clip modes for flexible limiting.

𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙘 𝙀𝙌: Includes high/low shelves and a mid-band with frequency and Q controls.

𝙋𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙥𝙪𝙩 𝙇𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡: Fine-tune your mix with precise control.

Additionally, independent audio jacks on the 𝙂𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝, 𝘿𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙮, and 𝙒𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙚𝙧 modules provide routing flexibility for advanced setups.

𝟭𝟯𝟬+ 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 are included to get you started, showcasing the wide range of sonic possibilities that 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗙𝗹𝘂𝘅𝗲𝗿 offers.

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Aamod ItSolutions: Crafting Custom Websites with Modern Technologies for Your Business’s Success

In today’s digital world, having an effective website is crucial for business success. Aamod ItSolutions offers expert web design, development, and marketing services that help businesses make the most of their online platforms. Our team of skilled designers and developers uses modern technologies to build custom, user-friendly, and reliable websites tailored to your specific needs.

Why Web Development Matters

A website serves as a business’s online identity. It enables businesses to reach a wider audience, engage with customers, and boost sales. A professionally developed website builds trust, enhances credibility, and positions your business as a leader in the market.

At Aamoditsolutions, we focus on delivering websites that provide excellent user experience (UX), performance, and scalability. We employ various modern technologies to ensure your site meets business goals efficiently.

Technologies We Use

Laravel: Laravel is a powerful PHP framework used for building secure, scalable web applications. It simplifies development with features like Eloquent ORM for database management and Blade templating for creating dynamic views. Laravel is great for complex applications with robust security features.

CodeIgniter: CodeIgniter is a lightweight PHP framework known for its speed and simplicity. It’s ideal for developers looking for quick setups and minimal configuration. With its MVC architecture, CodeIgniter is perfect for building fast, high-performance websites, especially when project deadlines are tight.

CakePHP: CakePHP is another PHP framework that streamlines the development process with built-in features like form validation and security components. It helps deliver web apps quickly without compromising quality. CakePHP is ideal for projects that need rapid development with a focus on database-driven applications.

Node.js: Node.js is a JavaScript runtime for building fast and scalable applications. It is especially useful for real-time web apps such as chat applications or live notifications. Node.js provides non-blocking I/O operations, enabling it to handle many simultaneous connections without performance loss.

AngularJS: AngularJS is a framework developed by Google for building dynamic, single-page applications (SPAs). Its features like two-way data binding and dependency injection make it perfect for building interactive user interfaces that update in real time without reloading the entire page.

Why Choose Aamod ItSolutions?

At AamodItSolutions, we use the latest tools and technologies to build high-performance, secure, and user-friendly websites that help you grow your business. Whether you’re a startup or a large corporation, we create custom solutions that align with your objectives.

We understand that every business has unique needs. That’s why we choose the right technology for each project to ensure optimum results. By working with us, you can expect a website that provides a seamless experience for your users and contributes to your business growth.

Let Aamod ItSolutions help you create a powerful online presence that engages customers and drives business success.

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The 2025 Bentley Bentayga Speed is the most powerful and high-performance version of Bentley’s luxury SUV lineup.

It is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 650 PS and 850 Newton-meters of torque.

This engine delivers a 0 to 100 kilometers per hour acceleration in just 3.4 seconds,with a top speed reaching 310 kilometers per hour, making it the fastest version of the Bentayga to date.

The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system that ensures optimal traction in all driving conditions. This drivetrain configuration allows for smooth power delivery and high-performance capability on both highway and winding roads.

The chassis has been tuned specifically for the Speed variant, featuring a recalibrated SPORT mode with a 15 percent increase in stiffness compared to the standard Bentayga V8.

Full Launch Control is also integrated, providing maximum acceleration from a standstill.

The braking system is upgraded with optional carbon ceramic brakes, delivering a maximum braking torque of 6000 Newton-meters. These are paired with ventilated disc brakes on all four wheels.

The exterior design includes several performance-focused elements. 23-inch wheels come standard, and the Speed model features dark-tint brightware, dark-tint headlamp internals, grey tail lamps with dark-tint bezels, elliptical sports exhaust outlets, and Speed badging on the lower front doors.

Inside the cabin, the Bentayga Speed features a Precision Diamond quilt pattern, combined with dark-tint air vents and an exclusive color split unique to the Speed variant. Materials include high-quality leather and Alcantara trim for both luxury and sporting intent.

Passenger comfort is preserved with seating for up to five, along with advanced climate control, optional rear seat entertainment, and configurable ambient lighting.

The 2025 Bentayga Speed has a kerb weight of 2,508 kilograms, with overall dimensions of 5,144 millimeters in length, 2,010 millimeters in width, and 1,728 millimeters in height.

Cargo capacity is rated at 484 liters.

With increased power, refined handling, and high-end equipment, the 2025 Bentayga Speed stands at the top of Bentley’s SUV range.

Bentley Bentayga Speed 2025 - Technical Specifications

Engine 4.0 liter twin turbocharged V8 petrol Power output 650 PS Torque 850 Newton meters

Transmission 8 speed automatic Drivetrain All wheel drive

0 to 100 km h acceleration 3.4 seconds Top speed 310 kilometers per hour

Fuel tank capacity 85 liters

Kerb weight 2508 kilograms Braking system Optional carbon ceramic brakes with ventilated discs front and rear

Maximum braking torque 6000 Newton meters

Wheels 22 inch or optional 23 inch alloy Tires 295 40 R22

Suspension Adaptive air suspension Chassis tuning 15 percent stiffer in SPORT mode compared to standard V8

Driving modes Sport Comfort Custom and Dynamic ESC with Launch Control

Exhaust system Standard sports exhaust with elliptical outlets optional Titanium Akrapovic exhaust

Exterior features Dark tint brightware dark tint headlamps grey tail lamps Speed badging

Interior features Precision Diamond quilting exclusive Speed color split dark tint air vents leather and Alcantara trim Infotainment High resolution touchscreen Apple CarPlay Android Auto rear seat entertainment available

Driver assistance Adaptive cruise control lane change assist 360 degree parking camera traffic assist

Passenger capacity Five Cargo capacity 484 liters

Dimensions Length 5144 millimeters Width 2010 millimeters Height 1728 millimeters Emissions standard Euro 6 compliant