A transformative way of teaching computer architecture When I read Code, after the humor, after the journey of learning that book took me through, I felt one thing: relief. I felt relieved because I finally was able to understand some of the concepts that had escaped me for so long. I remember being so frustrated […]
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You can find a 1 lb bag of beans (black beans, red beans, pinto beans, any beans…) for about $1 from most retailers. I have noticed that pinto beans tend to be the cheapest ones, but they are all relatively cheap. Here are some uses that go beyond a simple traditional preparation of just boiling
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Avengers assemble for data sovereignty I’m in the middle of my own data archive project and I’ve been exploring more ways to diversify storage. Something I’m considering that I haven’t done before is to use the interchangeable computer M.2 drives as another way to store large amounts of data in one place more efficiently. However,
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Galleries, events and art spaces in the capitol city Art Galleries & Spaces in Baton Rouge 1. Southern University Museum of ArtMartin L. Harvey Hall, SU CampusAfrican-American art, Louisiana art and works from Southern’s Visual Arts Faculty; BONUS: See the Red Stick sculpture! From Visit Baton Rouge: “This Baton Rouge landmark is a commemorative sculpture
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Alright, let’s see what odds and ends have ended up in the “needs attention” box for the month…. Ok, ladies and gentleman, without further ado this month we have: -Vacuum cleaner base; this vacuum is modular (one of my core values in products), so I’m able to isolate the problem I’m having to one joint.
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My preferences As someone who has used both of these methods, I must say that my preference, unequivocally, is vacuum sealing. Let me tell you why. It’s simpler. That’s it, that’s the quote. I don’t have to guess or look up how many packets I need. I don’t have to do the calculations on how
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As someone who enjoys maintaining what I own as well as I can before replacing things, I keep up with the various manuals that come with the products that I purchase. Anytime I get a new kitchen appliance or an item above a certain amount of money, or something that I see myself needing for
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On housecleaning, homemaking, and everyday domestic knowledge I used to work in Gov Docs in college and I during downtimes would often peruse the aisles in search of, well, anything interesting. I also liked to read anything interesting that came across my desk being checked out or returned. One such item was the collection of
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Frazer Price Palette Box with Jackson’s Fine Art Watercolors This is my most beautiful watercolor palette by far. I was immediately drawn to it when I saw it at on my last trip to London. I was in Europe in Summer 2023 on my Fund For Teachers grant research trip. I flew into London and
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One of the most anticipated events in Baton Rouge every year White Light Night in Mid City Baton Rouge is one of the most anticipated events of the year. It’s a huge event for local businesses in Mid City, up and down Jefferson Hwy near the Garden District down to Government St. I’m so thankful
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