Author: rainleander
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Automating Amazon Price Tracking with Python
Are you a savvy shopper who is always on the lookout for the best deals on Amazon? Do you find yourself constantly checking the prices of your favorite products to see if they have gone down? If so, you might want to consider using Python to automate the process of tracking Amazon prices. In this…
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Daily Money Mantras: I’m Grateful For The Things I Have
If you’re looking to shift your mindset around money, I strongly recommend a list of affirmations that speak to you to help you prosper and grow. This is part four of a series of daily money mantras that I affirm every single morning. As human beings, it’s easy to get caught up in the rat…
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Exploring Homelabs: What They Are and Why You Should Have One
A homelab is a setup where you create a small-scale version of a data center or computer network within your home. It typically consists of multiple servers, storage devices, networking equipment, and other hardware and software components. Having a homelab can provide several benefits, such as: Here are a few ideas for a homelab: Do…
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Precision and Passion: Comparing the Art of Butoh with the Science of Algorithms
Algorithms and Butoh might seem like two very different things, but both have their own unique ways of expressing complex ideas and concepts. While algorithms are often associated with precision and objectivity, Butoh is a form of dance that emphasizes subjectivity and raw emotion. However, by exploring the parallels between these two seemingly disparate fields,…
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Daily Money Mantras: I Have a Strength In Me to Create My Own Success
If you’re looking to shift your mindset around money, I strongly recommend a list of affirmations that speak to you to help you prosper and grow. This is part three of a series of daily money mantras that I affirm every single morning. Success is a term that has a different meaning for everyone. For…
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What Are These (Io)Things, Anyway?
The Leander House is about to get an upgrade! Smart home devices have become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. They can increase convenience, security, and energy efficiency in your daily life. However, getting started with smart devices can be overwhelming, with many options available. In this post, we’ll provide a step-by-step…
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Why did the computer go to the doctor?
Because it had a virus! Why don’t scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything! What do you call a fake noodle? An impasta. How does a computer get drunk? It takes screenshots! Why do programmers prefer dark mode? Because light attracts bugs! What do you call an alligator in a vest? An investigator! What…
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Daily Money Mantras: I Choose To Live a Rich and Full Life
If you’re looking to shift your mindset around money, I strongly recommend a list of affirmations that speak to you to help you prosper and grow. This is part two of a series of daily money mantras that I affirm every single morning. Money is often seen as the key to happiness and success, but…
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Breaking Down Suze Orman’s Guide to Financial Independence
Suze Orman’s book “The 9 Steps to Financial Freedom” is a comprehensive guide to achieving financial security and independence. The book was first published in 1997, and since then has become a classic in the personal finance genre which is why we discussed it in depth in our Online Personal Finance Group in February. In…
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Why Did the NUC Cross the Road?
To get to the other chipset. Why did the NUC feel lonely? Because it didn’t have any friends with enough ports to connect to. Why did the NUC get a job as a chef? Because it wanted to overclock its processor. Why did the NUC refuse to play hide-and-seek? Because it knew it would be…
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Daily Money Mantras: I Believe In My Skill and Ability
If you’re looking to shift your mindset around money, I strongly recommend a list of affirmations that speak to you to help you prosper and grow. This is part one part of a series of daily money mantras that I affirm every single morning. Attitude is key! Believing in one’s skill and ability is a…
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“What’s That Blank Monitor For, Rain?”
I’ve had a couple of blank monitors in my stream background for MONTHS now and it’s because I wanted to get a NUC or an extra laptop hooked up to one or both and create digital displays. The pie in the sky goal is to make them interactive!! ! But also, how else could I…