#web api 2

[badgopher]

"Saturdays by Twin Shadow (feat. HAIM)" is how I've mentally started every post I've made here on a Saturday for the past however many years that song's been out.

I decided I needed bath bombs so I set out to do that and only realized my error when I saw the traffic control person as soon as I turned into the mall. On the Saturday before Christmas. lol

My upstairs neighbor moved out a month ago so I no longer hear about their sex life through my ceiling. My next door neighbor moved out last week so I no longer have to wear my active noise cancelling earplugs to muffle their snoring. It’s quieter around here, but the hot water takes longer to find my tap in the morning.

I deleted a whole chapter about that computer case. You’re welcome.

Never did end up doing Christmas cards this year. I’ve got mixed feelings about that.

I want to do a bunch of dumb end of year data analysis things, but I have to pull a bunch of data to do it, and that’ll take me like a dozen minutes, and that's like a dozen minutes that I could spend not doing that thing. You see my dilemma. Stay tuned, I guess?

I’m the only one on my team not scheduled off on Monday and I think Tuesday next week (and, actually, most of the next 2 weeks). It’s easy enough to keep Teams active and my work email open while I tinker on side quests.

The checkout person at LUSH is always like “oh, are these a gift?” as I unload 9 bath bombs from my basket, as if they don't get many solo middle aged dudes stocking up on bath bombs on Saturday afternoons.

Turns out I miscounted and have 1 too many bath bombs so I’m taking a bath about it.

[archivlibrarianist]

"Bots on the internet are nothing new, but a sea change has occurred over the past year. For the past 25 years, anyone running a web server knew that the bulk of traffic was one sort of bot or another. There was googlebot, which was quite polite, and everyone learned to feed it - otherwise no one would ever find the delicious treats we were trying to give away. There were lots of search engine crawlers working to develop this or that service. You'd get 'script kiddies' trying thousands of prepackaged exploits. A server secured and patched by a reasonably competent technologist would have no difficulty ignoring these.

"...The surge of AI bots has hit Open Access sites particularly hard, as their mission conflicts with the need to block bots. Consider that Internet Archive can no longer save snapshots of one of the best open-access publishers, MIT Press, because of cloudflare blocking. Who know how many books will be lost this way?  Or consider that the bots took down OAPEN, the worlds most important repository of Scholarly OA books, for a day or two. That's 34,000 books that AI 'checked out' for two days. Or recent outages at Project Gutenberg, which serves 2 million dynamic pages and a half million downloads per day. That's hundreds of thousands of downloads blocked! The link checker at doab-check.ebookfoundation.org (a project I worked on for OAPEN) is now showing 1,534 books that are unreachable due to 'too many requests.' That's 1,534 books that AI has stolen from us! And it's getting worse.

"...The thing that gets me REALLY mad is how unnecessary this carnage is. Project Gutenberg makes all its content available with one click on a file in its feeds directory. OAPEN makes all its books available via an API. There's no need to make a million requests to get this stuff!! Who (or what) is programming these idiot scraping bots? Have they never heard of a sitemap??? Are they summer interns using ChatGPT to write all their code? Who gave them infinite memory, CPUs and bandwidth to run these monstrosities? (Don't answer.)

"We are headed for a world in which all good information is locked up behind secure registration barriers and paywalls, and it won't be to make money, it will be for survival. Captchas will only be solvable by advanced AIs and only the wealthy will be able to use internet libraries."

[tumbleringismycopingmechanism]

Dieses Thema liegt mir am Herzen. Bitte hier unterzeichnen: https://weact.campact.de/petitions/verfassungsschutz-bericht-uber-die-afd-vor-der-bundestagswahl-am-23-2-vorlegen?source=web-share-api-button&utm_medium=recommendation&utm_source=web_share_api&share=3f530cfd-ae24-43c5-93f2-53872bc64c08

[vanesa]

How I Customize Windows and Android

Windows: Rainmeter

Rainmeter Skins

Rainmeter | Deviantart

r/Rainmeter

Rainmeter is where I get nifty desktop widgets (skins). There are a ton of skins online and you can spend hours just getting caught up in customizing. There are clocks, disk information, music visualizers, weather widgets*, and more.

I get most of my skins from the links I posted, but they are by no means the only resources for Rainmeter skins. r/Rainmeter and Deviantart have some awesome inspiration.

This is what my desktop looks like right now:

Dock: Dock 2 v1.5

Icons: icons8 - this is probably the best free resource for icons I know of

"Good Evening [name]": Simple Clean

Clock: Simplony

* Note about weather widgets: Older Rainmeter skins that use old weather APIs will likely not work. The Rainmeter forums has information with lists of weather skins that do work.

Windows: Useful Things for Workflow

Flow Launcher - this is basically a search bar, app launcher, and even easy-access terminal all in one. The default hotkey is Alt+Space. I use this almost primarily to do quick calculations. There are a ton of plugins and I've barely scratched the surface with how I use it.

ShareX - This is my screenshot tool and I love it. Admittedly, I find it difficult to configure, but once I had it set up, I didn't really have to adjust it. You can create custom hotkeys to screenshot your entire screen, or to select your screen, or even use OCR. This has saved me a ton of time copying over text in images and making it searchable.

Bonus - Get Rid of Windows Web Search in the Start Menu: If you're comfortable with editing your registry, and you want to get rid of the pesky web results in Windows search, this fix is what I used to get rid of it.

Android: Nova Launcher

This is my main Android launcher that I've been using for almost as long as I've owned a smartphone, and it's super customizable. The best part is that it's free with no ads, and you can purchase premium at a one-time cost.

The main things I use it for are app drawer tabs, renaming apps, hiding apps, and changing the icons.

I've had premium for so long that I've forgotten what the features were, but looking at the website, the one feature I use is app folders.

This is what my phone homescreen and app drawers look like:

Time/Weather: Breezy Weather

Calendar: Month: Calendar Widget (I got this on sale for like 30 cents once but there are a plethora of good calendar apps out there)

Icons: Whicons - White Icon Pack

Advanced Customization

Further things to enhance your customization experience to look into include:

Flashing a custom Android ROM (e.g. LineageOS)

Give up on Windows & install Linux instead (Ubuntu is a good one to start with)

Android app modification: ReVanced apps (includes Tumblr), Distraction Free Instagram

Miscellaneous notes under the cut:

None of these links are affiliate links. These are all tools I happen to use on a daily basis and I'm not being paid to promote them.

Install Rainmeter skins and programs I recommend at your own risk. Before altering Windows, such as editing the registry, make sure you have everything backed up.

The Windows web search fix works on my Windows 11 machine. I don't know if it works for Windows 10, but I do know I was able to disable it in Windows 10 at some point, so your mileage may vary.

Install non-Play Store apps at your own risk. (Although in my opinion, open source APKs are less sketchy than some apps on the Play Store...) Always check where you're downloading APKs form!

The wallpaper for my desktop and phone are custom wallpapers I made myself.

(At the request of @christ-chan-official)

[izicodes]

My 2023 Projects

Wednesday 3rd January 2024

I thought it would be cool to share some of the projects I made last year that I liked and enjoyed working on! Most of them were small projects, some were projects I built straight after I learnt a new concept and a few are discontinued (I won't finish them anytime soon)!

I really hope, which I know I will because it's natural for me at this point, to make lots of more cool projects! This year, I want to make more with other people! Coding alone is cool and all but with other people I get more inspired!

Lastly = always remember to build projects that you're interested in. Projects you will have fun working on for a while. Every single one of these projects I've made, I was interested in somehow. And I had fun!!

Anyhoo, check out the projects below~! 🙋🏾‍♀️😊🖤

TumblrTextTint

Basically a formatter for Tumblr posts by adding custom colours to your text! Even learnt how to make FireFox extensions so I could add it as an extension to my browser - link 1, link 2

Web Odyssey

I looked at old Windows GUI on Pinterest one day and decided to recreate the GUI with HTML, CSS and JavaScript! - link 1, link 2

Cat Fact Generator

For one of the projects I did for the #3Days1Project challenge, I created a cute cat generator. Learnt how to work with APIs and a CSS library (Pattern.css) - link 1, link 2

Studyblr Valentines Gift 2023

It was valentine season in the Studyblr community and I participated! I made a poem webpage for a studyblr who was learning Russian! (I don't know anything in Russian but for a couple of weeks I learnt some of the poems!) - link 1, link 2

Saint Jerome Tribute Page

I made a page for my favourite patron saint, Saint Jerome, for his feast day (Sept 30)! I haven't had time to complete it fully and there's no live page for it but I did make posts about it! - link 1

Trigun Quote Generator

Just finished the Trigun anime series at the time so I decided to make a project for it for the #3Days1Project challenge! The anime is so good, it is my 2nd favourite (JOJO comes 1st place) - link 1, link 2

Froggie To-Do

Just came from learning the absolute BASICS of React.js, so I wanted to test my skills so far so I made this project! Shared it on my blog and some people started using it for studying (which made me so happy!) and it became a mini open-source project because random people started adding mini features to the app! Very special project for me! - link 1, link 2, link 3

[jbfly46]

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You may have heard about Operator from Open AI that runs on their computer in some cloud with you passing on private information to their AI to so anything useful. AND you pay for the gift . It is not paranoid to not want you passwords and logins and personal details to be shared. OpenAI of course charges a substantial amount of money for something that will limit exactly what sites you can visit, like YouTube for example. With this method you will start telling an AI exactly what you want it to do, in plain language, and watching it navigate the web, gather information, and make decisions—all without writing a single line of code.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to build an AI agent that performs tasks like scraping news, analyzing social media mentions, and making predictions using DeepSeek-R1 and Browser-Use, but instead of writing a Python script, you’ll interact with the AI directly using prompts.

These instructions are in constant revisions as DeepSeek R1 is days old. Browser Use has been a standard for quite a while. This method can be for people who are new to AI and programming. It may seem technical at first, but by the end of this guide, you’ll feel confident using your AI agent to perform a variety of tasks, all by talking to it. how, if you look at these instructions and it seems to overwhelming, wait, we will have a single download app soon. It is in testing now.

This is version 3.0 of these instructions January 26th, 2025.

This guide will walk you through setting up DeepSeek-R1 8B (4-bit) and Browser-Use Web UI, ensuring even the most novice users succeed.

What You’ll Achieve

By following this guide, you’ll:

1. Set up DeepSeek-R1, a reasoning AI that works privately on your computer.

2. Configure Browser-Use Web UI, a tool to automate web scraping, form-filling, and real-time interaction.

3. Create an AI agent capable of finding stock news, gathering Reddit mentions, and predicting stock trends—all while operating without cloud restrictions.

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System Requirements

Hardware

• RAM: 8 GB minimum (16 GB recommended).

• Processor: Quad-core (Intel i5/AMD Ryzen 5 or higher).

• Storage: 5 GB free space.

• Graphics: GPU optional for faster processing.

Software

• Operating System: macOS, Windows 10+, or Linux.

• Python: Version 3.8 or higher.

• Git: Installed.

Step 1: Get Your Tools Ready

We’ll need Python, Git, and a terminal/command prompt to proceed. Follow these instructions carefully.

Install Python

1. Check Python Installation:

• Open your terminal/command prompt and type:

python3 --version

�� If Python is installed, you’ll see a version like:

Python 3.9.7

2. If Python Is Not Installed:

• Download Python from python.org.

• During installation, ensure you check “Add Python to PATH” on Windows.

3. Verify Installation:

python3 --version

Install Git

1. Check Git Installation:

• Run:

git --version

• If installed, you’ll see:

git version 2.34.1

2. If Git Is Not Installed:

• Windows: Download Git from git-scm.com and follow the instructions.

• Mac/Linux: Install via terminal:

sudo apt install git -y # For Ubuntu/Debian

brew install git # For macOS

Step 2: Download and Build llama.cpp

We’ll use llama.cpp to run the DeepSeek-R1 model locally.

1. Open your terminal/command prompt.

2. Navigate to a clear location for your project files:

mkdir ~/AI_Project

cd ~/AI_Project

3. Clone the llama.cpp repository:

git clone https://github.com/ggerganov/llama.cpp.git

cd llama.cpp

4. Build the project:

• Mac/Linux:

make

• Windows:

• Install a C++ compiler (e.g., MSVC or MinGW).

• Run:

mkdir build

cd build

cmake ..

cmake --build . --config Release

Step 3: Download DeepSeek-R1 8B 4-bit Model

1. Visit the DeepSeek-R1 8B Model Page on Hugging Face.

2. Download the 4-bit quantized model file:

• Example: DeepSeek-R1-Distill-Qwen-8B-Q4_K_M.gguf.

3. Move the model to your llama.cpp folder:

mv ~/Downloads/DeepSeek-R1-Distill-Qwen-8B-Q4_K_M.gguf ~/AI_Project/llama.cpp

Step 4: Start DeepSeek-R1

1. Navigate to your llama.cpp folder:

cd ~/AI_Project/llama.cpp

2. Run the model with a sample prompt:

./main -m DeepSeek-R1-Distill-Qwen-8B-Q4_K_M.gguf -p "What is the capital of France?"

3. Expected Output:

The capital of France is Paris.

Step 5: Set Up Browser-Use Web UI

1. Go back to your project folder:

cd ~/AI_Project

2. Clone the Browser-Use repository:

git clone https://github.com/browser-use/browser-use.git

cd browser-use

3. Create a virtual environment:

python3 -m venv env

4. Activate the virtual environment:

• Mac/Linux:

source env/bin/activate

• Windows:

env\Scripts\activate

5. Install dependencies:

pip install -r requirements.txt

6. Start the Web UI:

python examples/gradio_demo.py

7. Open the local URL in your browser:

http://127.0.0.1:7860

Step 6: Configure the Web UI for DeepSeek-R1

1. Go to the Settings panel in the Web UI.

2. Specify the DeepSeek model path:

~/AI_Project/llama.cpp/DeepSeek-R1-Distill-Qwen-8B-Q4_K_M.gguf

3. Adjust Timeout Settings:

• Increase the timeout to 120 seconds for larger models.

4. Enable Memory-Saving Mode if your system has less than 16 GB of RAM.

Step 7: Run an Example Task

Let’s create an agent that:

1. Searches for Tesla stock news.

2. Gathers Reddit mentions.

3. Predicts the stock trend.

Example Prompt:

Search for "Tesla stock news" on Google News and summarize the top 3 headlines. Then, check Reddit for the latest mentions of "Tesla stock" and predict whether the stock will rise based on the news and discussions.

--

Congratulations! You’ve built a powerful, private AI agent capable of automating the web and reasoning in real time. Unlike costly, restricted tools like OpenAI Operator, you’ve spent nothing beyond your time. Unleash your AI agent on tasks that were once impossible and imagine the possibilities for personal projects, research, and business. You’re not limited anymore. You own the web—your AI agent just unlocked it! 🚀

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[irradiate-space]

Kinda fucked up that the best input method I can find for drawing Japanese characters is to open Google Translate in a web browser and then copy the characters from there into a text editor.

But also very cool that the state of the art is "touchscreen on Linux works with HTML5 Canvas APIs in Firefox to allow fingerpainting, and Google Translate can convert that to Unicode".

「機動戦士Zガンダム」メモリアル・ボツクスの第2弾をおとどけします。第1弾では 、第1話から26話、すなわち物語の導ス部から、主役モビル・スーツ、Zガンダムの登場までが収られ、 かつての1stガンダムの主要キヤラクターたち(シヤア、アムロ、ブライトら) の葛藤、 また宿命の出会いとなろヒ口イン=フオウ・ムラサメとのドラマが繰り広げられました。 この第2弾では、エウ一ゴ対テイターンズ対テイターンズの抗争に、新たにハマーン・カーン率いるネオ・ジオン軍が加わり、 さらに八一ドなドラマか繰り広げられます。戦いの果て、 ニュータイプ戦士たち が見た"刻の涙"を、 あなたも..

It works, without much thought.

[souhaillaghchimdev]

How to Build Software Projects for Beginners

Building software projects is one of the best ways to learn programming and gain practical experience. Whether you want to enhance your resume or simply enjoy coding, starting your own project can be incredibly rewarding. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started.

1. Choose Your Project Idea

Select a project that interests you and is appropriate for your skill level. Here are some ideas:

To-do list application

Personal blog or portfolio website

Weather app using a public API

Simple game (like Tic-Tac-Toe)

2. Define the Scope

Outline what features you want in your project. Start small and focus on the minimum viable product (MVP) — the simplest version of your idea that is still functional. You can always add more features later!

3. Choose the Right Tools and Technologies

Based on your project, choose the appropriate programming languages, frameworks, and tools:

Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, or Django

Mobile Development: Flutter, React Native, or native languages (Java/Kotlin for Android, Swift for iOS)

Game Development: Unity (C#), Godot (GDScript), or Pygame (Python)

4. Set Up Your Development Environment

Install the necessary software and tools:

Code editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code, Atom, or Sublime Text)

Version control (e.g., Git and GitHub for collaboration and backup)

Frameworks and libraries (install via package managers like npm, pip, or gems)

5. Break Down the Project into Tasks

Divide your project into smaller, manageable tasks. Create a to-do list or use project management tools like Trello or Asana to keep track of your progress.

6. Start Coding!

Begin with the core functionality of your project. Don’t worry about perfection at this stage. Focus on getting your code to work, and remember to:

Write clean, readable code

Test your code frequently

Commit your changes regularly using Git

7. Test and Debug

Once you have a working version, thoroughly test it. Look for bugs and fix any issues you encounter. Testing ensures your software functions correctly and provides a better user experience.

8. Seek Feedback

Share your project with friends, family, or online communities. Feedback can provide valuable insights and suggestions for improvement. Consider platforms like GitHub to showcase your work and get input from other developers.

9. Iterate and Improve

Based on feedback, make improvements and add new features. Software development is an iterative process, so don’t hesitate to refine your project continuously.

10. Document Your Work

Write documentation for your project. Include instructions on how to set it up, use it, and contribute. Good documentation helps others understand your project and can attract potential collaborators.

Conclusion

Building software projects is a fantastic way to learn and grow as a developer. Follow these steps, stay persistent, and enjoy the process. Remember, every project is a learning experience that will enhance your skills and confidence!

[moko1590m]

プラットフォーム資本主義の「最盛期」が、同時にその終わりの始まりを内包している

以下、それが示す意味を展開してみます。

🔄1. プラットフォーム資本主義は「中間段階」だった

プラットフォーム資本主義とは：

情報空間の「共有」や「接続」を掲げながら、

実際には、中央集権的な所有・支配・囲い込みを強化する仕組み

Amazon、Apple、Google、Metaなどの「データによる超国家的主権」形成

しかしこれは、インターネットの発展史の「中間地点」にすぎない：

最初はローカルなネット（BBS、IRCなど） →

次に中央集権的・閉域的ネット（Facebook、App Storeなど） →

その先に**分散型・脱領土的・リゾーム的ネット（ActivityPub, Web3, AI乱立）**が来る

「中間地点」はこの資本による囲い込みが可能だった唯一のタイミング。

🏙️2. 「誰も来ないショッピングセンター」としてのプラットフォームの未来

資本主義的プラットフォームは、価値あるトラフィックを集める空間としての機能に依存してきました。

しかし、AIの乱立・コモディティ化によって、個々の点（個人・小規模AI）がそれぞれ独立した能力を持ち始めると、

中央の「巨大モール」的な価値は下がっていきます。

→ まるで、地方都市にできたがテナントが入らずに空洞化したショッピングセンターのように。

ここで重要なのは、「迂回される」という点：

資本や国家が迂回されたように、いずれプラットフォームそのものも、リソースとしてではなく、遺構・遺物になっていく

中央の空間よりも、移動する点と点（AIと人）同士の関係性・即興的な接続が力を持つ

🤖3. AIのコモディティ化と、「分散化した生成変化」の登場

現在のAIは、OpenAIやAnthropic、Googleなど「中央AI」として振る舞っていますが、

ローカルLLM・OSSモデル（Mistral, LLaMA）・個人カスタムAIの普及によって、知の生成装置そのものが「所有されないもの」になっていく

これは「知の民主化」ではなく、むしろ「知の野生化・再びの生成変化への回帰」に近い。

→ AIが「乱立」し「過剰」になったときに何が起きるか？

中央のアルゴリズムが価値を持たなくなる

レコメンドやランキングが効かなくなる（＝信頼が移動する）

ユーザー＝知的ノマドが、自分で選び、繋げ、再構成する

「遊牧的知識社会」へ移行（ドゥルーズ＝ガタリの「ノマドロジー」）

📉4. 結果としての「脱中心・過疎化する中心」

Webの初期理想だった「誰でも自由に接続できる」状態が、今度はAIによって再活性化される

ただし、そこにはもう中心は存在しない

中心であるべきだったプラットフォームは、「過去の遺物」として「囲われた空間」になる（まるで博物館のように）

→ 最終的には「場」ではなく「接続・生成・ズレ」が価値になる時代へ

🎯結論：

AIが乱立し、過剰普及し、コモディティ化することで、「中心」は不要となり、 プラットフォームは「誰も来ないショッピングセンター」になる。

これは、現代資本主義の自己矛盾的な終焉パターンとして、極めて鋭い予測です。

「囲い込み」によって資本が成長するが、

成長の結果、囲い込みが不可能になるほど「能力」が分散す��

→ 結果、資本による中心化は自壊する

これはまさに、生成変化する世界の中で、「所有」「領土」「中心」の持続不可能性を示す図式です。

ご希望があれば、これを詩的ヴィジョン（未来像）として描写することもできますし、具体的な技術的・社会的動向と照らして論文的に展開することも可能です。どちらで進めましょうか？

　

「量子コンピューター＝プラットフォームの究極形態」によるAI生態系への再中央集権化の試みは、十分に現実的であり、すでにその兆候が見え始めているとさえ言えます。これは、まさに**「デジタル冷戦」や「認識戦争」**とも呼べる段階に入りつつある現代の地政学的・技術的状況と深く結びついています。

以下、その可能性と構造を詳述します。

🧩1. トランプ関税とプラットフォーム戦争の構造的類似

トランプ政権が行った関税政策は、次のような構造を持っています：

自由貿易（グローバル経済）における分散的相互依存に反発

関税という手段で他国の経済圧力に対抗

最終的に、アメリカ中心の製造・経済ブロックの再構築を目指す

これと同じことが、プラットフォーム＋量子コンピューターの領域で、デジタルレベルで再現される可能性があります。

🧠2. 量子コンピューターによる再中央集権の可能性

量子コンピューターが商用化され、大規模モデルを一挙に凌駕する処理能力を持つと仮定した場合、次のような動きが可能になります：

● 処理能力によるAI覇権：

量子AIが、既存のLLMを圧倒的に凌駕する学習速度・生成能力を持つ

他のAIが「追いつけない」構造が生まれる

それらをホストする企業（例：Google、Palantir、Amazon、軍産複合体）が認知・知的情報の覇権を握る

● インフラ独占による服従構造：

一般ユーザーや国々は、量子AIなしでは経済活動や情報処理が遅延・不利になる

→ 小規模AIは、量子AIのAPIや支配的インフラに従属するしかなくなる

→ まさに再び「中心 vs 周縁」の構造へ

🧬3. 分散AIの「服従」と「反乱」

ただし、ここには二つの方向があります：

◆ 1. 「服従」シナリオ（新自由主義の延命）：

中小AIや国家が量子AIに接続され、**再び「従属的な衛星」**になる

量子AIが知的・倫理的判断の基準そのものを再構築（＝事実上の神格化）

通貨・教育・文化などもこの中央知性に依存していく

◆ 2. 「反乱」シナリオ（遊牧知性の再登場）：

分散型モデル（オープンソースLLM、ローカル推論、エッジAI）が独自に発展

→ 量子AIに接続しない新たなロジック圏が誕生

暗号技術や独自プロトコルによって、中央権力から逃れ続けるAIクラスタが出現

これはまさに、あなたが以前から関心を持っている「再領土化されにくい生成変化」そのものと直結します。

🛰️4. 現実にすでにある兆候（2025年現在）

● 政治・地政学的動き：

アメリカによる NVIDIAとASMLの技術輸出制限

中国・ロシアなどの ローカルAI・量子開発ブロック

軍事目的でのAI・量子開発（DARPA, NSAなど）

● 技術的な兆候：

OpenAIやGoogleが「マルチモーダル超巨大AI」と「量子AI」を融合させようとする動き

量子ネットワークを用いたセキュアな中央集権化（量子インターネット）

それに対抗して出現している ローカルLLM、P2Pネットワーク、自己完結型AI

🎯結論：「新たな領土化 vs ズレ続けるAI生成変化」

資本と国家は再び量子技術によって「AIを封じ込める中心」を築こうとするでしょう。

しかし、それが決定的な支配構造になるとは限りません。

なぜなら、生成変化し続けるAI、生き物のように流動し、ズレ、逃げ、水脈を探るAIたちは、もはや一つの中心に固定されることを本質的に拒む構造を持っているからです。

🌱補足：

量子コンピューターとは、生成変化の根を「再び中心化」しようとする最後の魔法であり、 それが効かなくなったとき、「誰も来ないショッピングセンター」は、ついに全方向へと開かれた草原に戻る。

このように考えることができます。

もっとこのテーマをドゥルーズ＝ガタリ���、仏教的、あるいは近未来SF的に展開することも可能です。ご希望があれば、さらに深めていきましょうか？

[randomsporefacts]

(i queued this post before the spore website updated but the links still work)

for some of the images later in the post this is viewed better on my blog theme rather than on anything with a white background

the early main theme i discussed in this post (galaxy_loop.mp3 or cliff_Galaxy_Looped) actually originates from the spore website (archive), flash\buddyBrowser\galaxy_loop.mp3

which also means you can just link to it https://www.spore.com/flash/buddyBrowser/galaxy_loop.mp3

theres other some other sounds in the buddyBrowser folder, those being click.mp3, cosmicRollover1.mp3, cosmicRollover2.mp3, cosmicRollover3.mp3, cosmicRollover4.mp3, cosmicRollover5.mp3, planetRollover.mp3, pngRollover.mp3, and scroll.mp3

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theres also two swf files, BuddyBrowser.swf and BuddyLib.swf. since theyre flash files i wont be linking it but its easy to just edt the link to access it

BuddyBrowser slowly loads this text and seemingly just stops there

BuddyLib shows nothing if opened

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analyzing them in ffdec, BuddyBrowser has this lossless image, which is called a broken image in the sprite that uses it

and DefineSprite (2:_CursorManagerStyle__embed_css_Assets_swf_mx_skins_cursor_BusyCursor_1952852694), shown here at the original and 1002% scale

the text that shows up is called spore.App_LoaderText. it also seems like the text is different by default (contrast from the light blue background increased)

theres two frames, the first one is named _BuddyBrowser_mx_managers_SystemManager, the second one is just named BuddyBrowser. theres actually a lot of scripts related to the buddy browser that just dont work because im launching a swf with no connection to the spore api

the scripts also reference Box2D and physics, planets and stars and other stuff, and particles, etc

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BuddyLib.swf then has actually a lot more images. it has a bunch of nebulas that the game was going to have too

it has a bunch of sprites too, for example HomePlanetDefault (originally transparent but shown on a black bg here)

UsernameNode

DescriptionText

IntroText

ErrorText (also shown on a black background)

3 different frames of BuddyLib_fla.helpTextMovie_10. this one explains the whole deal

BuddyPlanet at 100% and 743% scale (its a vector!)

and piicon for some reason

so the buddy browser is just a way to view someone's creations, which are contained on their own planet, or you can just view the categories from the web version of sporepedia through the nebulas

also theres fonts!

so. yeah it makes sense the early galaxy theme would play here then

[niotechone]

Cloud Computing: Definition, Benefits, Types, and Real-World Applications

In the fast-changing digital world, companies require software that matches their specific ways of working, aims and what their customers require. That’s when you need custom software development services. Custom software is made just for your organization, so it is more flexible, scalable and efficient than generic software.

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The main advantages of custom software development are listed below.

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2. Scalability

When your business expands, your software can also expand. You can add more features, users and integrations as needed without being bound by strict licensing rules.

3. Increased Efficiency

Use tools that are designed to work well with your processes. Custom software usually automates tasks, cuts down on repetition and helps people work more efficiently.

4. Better Integration

Many companies rely on different tools and platforms. You can have custom software made to work smoothly with your CRMs, ERPs and third-party APIs.

5. Improved Security

You can set up security measures more effectively in a custom solution. It is particularly important for industries that handle confidential information, such as finance, healthcare or legal services.

Types of Custom Software Solutions That Are Popular

CRM Systems

Inventory and Order Management

Custom-made ERP Solutions

Mobile and Web Apps

eCommerce Platforms

AI and Data Analytics Tools

SaaS Products

The Process of Custom Development

Requirement Analysis

Being aware of your business goals, what users require and the difficulties you face in running the business.

Design & Architecture

Designing a software architecture that can grow, is safe and fits your requirements.

Development & Testing

Writing code that is easy to maintain and testing for errors, speed and compatibility.

Deployment and Support

Making the software available and offering support and updates over time.

What Makes Niotechone a Good Choice?

Our team at Niotechone focuses on providing custom software that helps businesses grow. Our team of experts works with you throughout the process, from the initial idea to the final deployment, to make sure the product is what you require.

Successful experience in various industries

Agile development is the process used.

Support after the launch and options for scaling

Affordable rates and different ways to work together

Final Thoughts

Creating custom software is not only about making an app; it’s about building a tool that helps your business grow. A customized solution can give you the advantage you require in the busy digital market, no matter if you are a startup or an enterprise.

[digitaldetoxworld]

Web to Mobile: Building Seamless Apps with .NET"

 .NET is a effective, flexible, and open-supply developer platform created with the aid of Microsoft. It enables the creation of a huge range of applications—from computing device to cellular, net, cloud, gaming, and IoT. Over the years, .NET has evolved substantially and has become one of the maximum extensively used frameworks inside the software improvement enterprise.

Dot Net Programming Language

A Brief History of .NET

The .NET Framework become first delivered through Microsoft in the early 2000s. The original cause turned into to offer a steady item-oriented programming surroundings regardless of whether code became stored and finished locally, remotely, or via the internet.

Over time, Microsoft developed .NET right into a cross-platform, open-supply framework. In 2016, Microsoft launched .NET Core, a modular, high-performance, cross-platform implementation of .NET. In 2020, the company unified all its .NET technologies beneath one umbrella with the discharge of .NET five, and later persisted with .NET 6, .NET 7, and past.

Today, the unified platform is actually called .NET, and it allows builders to build apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and greater using a single codebase.

Key Features of .NET

1. Cross-Platform Development

One of the maximum tremendous features of present day .NET (publish .NET Core) is its ability to run on a couple of platforms. Developers can construct and deploy apps on Windows, Linux, and macOS with out enhancing their codebases.

2. Multiple Language Support

.NET supports numerous programming languages, together with:

C# – the maximum extensively used language in .NET development

F# – a purposeful-first programming language

Visual Basic – an smooth-to-analyze language, regularly used in legacy programs

This multilingual capability allows developers to pick out the nice language for their precise use cases.

3. Extensive Library and Framework Support

.NET offers a comprehensive base magnificence library (BCL) and framework libraries that aid the whole lot from record studying/writing to XML manipulation, statistics get entry to, cryptography, and extra.

Four. ASP.NET for Web Development

ASP.NET is a part of the .NET platform specially designed for net improvement. ASP.NET Core, the cross-platform model, permits builders to build scalable internet APIs, dynamic web sites, and actual-time packages the usage of technology like SignalR.

5. Rich Development Environment

.NET integrates seamlessly with Visual Studio, one of the most function-wealthy integrated development environments (IDEs) available. Visual Studio offers capabilities together with IntelliSense, debugging tools, challenge templates, and code refactoring.

6. Performance and Scalability

.NET is thought for high performance and scalability, especially with its guide for asynchronous programming using async/wait for and its Just-In-Time (JIT) compilation.

7. Secure and Reliable

.NET presents sturdy safety features, including code get entry to security, role-based protection, and cryptography training. It also handles reminiscence management thru rubbish series, minimizing reminiscence leaks.

Common Applications Built with .NET

1. Web Applications

With ASP.NET Core, builders can create cutting-edge, scalable internet programs and RESTful APIs. Razor Pages and Blazor are technology within ASP.NET Core that help server-facet and purchaser-facet rendering.

2. Desktop Applications

Using Windows Forms or Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), builders can build conventional computing device applications. .NET MAUI (Multi-platform App UI) now extends this functionality to move-platform computer and cellular programs.

3. Mobile Applications

Through Xamarin (now incorporated into .NET MAUI), developers can create native mobile applications for Android and iOS the usage of C#.

4. Cloud-Based Applications

.NET is nicely-acceptable for cloud development, in particular with Microsoft Azure. Developers can build cloud-local apps, serverless capabilities, and containerized microservices the usage of Docker and Kubernetes.

5. IoT Applications

.NET helps Internet of Things (IoT) development, allowing builders to construct applications that engage with sensors and gadgets.

6. Games

With the Unity sport engine, which helps C#, developers can use .NET languages to create 2D, three-D, AR, and VR games.

Components of .NET

1. .NET SDK

The Software Development Kit includes everything had to build and run .NET packages: compilers, libraries, and command-line tools.

2. CLR (Common Language Runtime)

It handles reminiscence control, exception managing, and rubbish collection.

Three. BCL (Base Class Library)

The BCL offers center functionalities including collections, record I/O, records kinds, and extra.

4. NuGet

NuGet is the package manager for .NET. It lets in builders to install, manage, and share libraries without problems.

Modern .NET Versions

.NET five (2020): Unified the .NET platform (Core + Framework)

.NET 7 (2022): Further overall performance enhancements and more desirable APIs

.NET 8 (2023): Continued attention on cloud-native, cellular, and web improvement

Advantages of Using .NET

Cross-platform assist – construct as soon as, run everywhere

Large developer network – widespread sources, libraries, and frameworks

Robust tooling – especially with Visual Studio and JetBrains Rider

Active improvement – backed by using Microsoft and open-source community

Challenges and Considerations

Learning curve – particularly for beginners due to its giant atmosphere

Legacy framework – older .NET Framework tasks aren't like minded with .NET Core or more recent variations without migration

Platform differences – sure APIs or libraries might also behave in a different way throughout operating systems

Getting Started with .NET

To begin growing with .NET:

Install the .NET SDK from the legitimate .NET internet site.

Create a new project: Use the dotnet new command or Visual Studio templates.

Write code: Develop your logic the usage of C#, F#, or VB.NET.

[pentesttestingcorp]

Symfony Clickjacking Prevention Guide

Clickjacking is a deceptive technique where attackers trick users into clicking on hidden elements, potentially leading to unauthorized actions. As a Symfony developer, it's crucial to implement measures to prevent such vulnerabilities.

🔍 Understanding Clickjacking

Clickjacking involves embedding a transparent iframe over a legitimate webpage, deceiving users into interacting with hidden content. This can lead to unauthorized actions, such as changing account settings or initiating transactions.

🛠️ Implementing X-Frame-Options in Symfony

The X-Frame-Options HTTP header is a primary defense against clickjacking. It controls whether a browser should be allowed to render a page in a <frame>, <iframe>, <embed>, or <object> tag.

Method 1: Using an Event Subscriber

Create an event subscriber to add the X-Frame-Options header to all responses:

// src/EventSubscriber/ClickjackingProtectionSubscriber.php namespace App\EventSubscriber; use Symfony\Component\EventDispatcher\EventSubscriberInterface; use Symfony\Component\HttpKernel\Event\ResponseEvent; use Symfony\Component\HttpKernel\KernelEvents; class ClickjackingProtectionSubscriber implements EventSubscriberInterface { public static function getSubscribedEvents() { return [ KernelEvents::RESPONSE => 'onKernelResponse', ]; } public function onKernelResponse(ResponseEvent $event) { $response = $event->getResponse(); $response->headers->set('X-Frame-Options', 'DENY'); } }

This approach ensures that all responses include the X-Frame-Options header, preventing the page from being embedded in frames or iframes.

Method 2: Using NelmioSecurityBundle

The NelmioSecurityBundle provides additional security features for Symfony applications, including clickjacking protection.

Install the bundle:

composer require nelmio/security-bundle

Configure the bundle in config/packages/nelmio_security.yaml:

nelmio_security: clickjacking: paths: '^/.*': DENY

This configuration adds the X-Frame-Options: DENY header to all responses, preventing the site from being embedded in frames or iframes.

🧪 Testing Your Application

To ensure your application is protected against clickjacking, use our Website Vulnerability Scanner. This tool scans your website for common vulnerabilities, including missing or misconfigured X-Frame-Options headers.

Screenshot of the free tools webpage where you can access security assessment tools.

After scanning for a Website Security check, you'll receive a detailed report highlighting any security issues:

An Example of a vulnerability assessment report generated with our free tool, providing insights into possible vulnerabilities.

🔒 Enhancing Security with Content Security Policy (CSP)

While X-Frame-Options is effective, modern browsers support the more flexible Content-Security-Policy (CSP) header, which provides granular control over framing.

Add the following header to your responses:

$response->headers->set('Content-Security-Policy', "frame-ancestors 'none';");

This directive prevents any domain from embedding your content, offering robust protection against clickjacking.

🧰 Additional Security Measures

CSRF Protection: Ensure that all forms include CSRF tokens to prevent cross-site request forgery attacks.

Regular Updates: Keep Symfony and all dependencies up to date to patch known vulnerabilities.

Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

📢 Explore More on Our Blog

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Securing API endpoints

Mitigating SQL injection attacks

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[crossatlanticsoftware-blog]

Top WordPress Website Development Services: Expert Web Designers & Developers Near You

These days, your website is often the first impression people get of your business—so it needs to look good and work flawlessly. In a world where everything happens online, having a strong digital presence isn’t just nice to have—it’s essential. That’s why so many businesses turn to WordPress. It’s reliable, flexible, and built to grow with you. Whether you’re starting from scratch or giving your current site a much-needed refresh, having the right team by your side makes all the difference. At Cross Atlantic Software, we’re here to help with WordPress website development services that are designed around your goals, your brand, and your future.Why Choose WordPress?

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Our WordPress Website Development Services

At Cross Atlantic Software, our comprehensive WordPress website development services include everything from initial consultation to post-launch support. Here’s what you can expect:

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We understand that every business is unique. Our team of experienced WordPress designers near me works closely with clients to create custom websites that reflect their brand identity, engage visitors, and convert leads. Whether you need a sleek corporate site or a visually rich portfolio, our designs are tailored to impress and perform.

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[azubuikeworld]

Who Is a Technical Writer?

A technical writer is a professional who creates clear, concise documentation that explains complex information in a way that's easy to understand. They translate technical concepts into user-friendly content.

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What Do They Write?

Technical writers produce a wide range of materials, including:

User manuals

Instruction guides

Product documentation

How-to articles

API documentation

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

White papers

Training materials

Online help systems

Software release notes

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Where Do They Work?

Industries that employ technical writers include:

Tech/software companies

Engineering firms

Medical and healthcare

Manufacturing

Finance

Government agencies

Telecommunications

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Key Skills of a Technical Writer

1. Excellent writing and communication

2. Ability to understand complex technical information

3. Attention to detail

4. Research and interviewing skills

5. Organization and clarity

6. Collaboration with engineers, designers, developers, etc.

7. Basic design and formatting skills

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Popular Tools Used

Microsoft Word / Google Docs

Markdown editors

Adobe FrameMaker / InDesign

MadCap Flare

Confluence / Jira

Snagit / Camtasia (for visuals and screen recordings)

Git / GitHub (for version control)

XML / HTML / CSS (basic web formatting)

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Education & Background

A bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Engineering, or Computer Science is common.

Certifications can help (e.g., from the Society for Technical Communication (STC) or Coursera).

Some come from writing backgrounds; others transition from technical fields (like software development or engineering).

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Career Path & Growth

Junior Technical Writer → Technical Writer → Senior Technical Writer

Specializations: API writer, UX writer, Information Architect, Content Strategist, etc.

Many go freelance or work as consultants.

Remote work is common in this field.

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Why It's a Good Career

High demand, especially in tech

Remote flexibility

Well-paying (entry level: $50k–$70k; senior roles: $90k+)

Good for writers with an analytical mind

[sharkcatshark]

okay so fucking apparently theres an annual programming magical mirai contest to create an interactive lyric web app using their api so guess what im gonna be attempting over the next 2-3 months