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Re:Victor Mono – A free programming font on Sunday October 27, 2019 @02:47AM (#21368222)
Been using this font for about 6 weeks now, and from my experience i actually found this super readable and easy on the eyes. Had to just make font size slightly larger in VS Code, but very happy with this.
Re:All late projects are the same (2011) [pdf] on Monday February 04, 2019 @10:26AM (#19077020)
We work, live and operate in a complex environment and I think if we start viewing the organisation its projects and the environment in which it operates more from a systems perspective we may realise that in fact, it is truly difficult to make accurate predictions given the non-linear behaviour the system exhibits that results from all the information flows (or lack thereof), interaction of parts and other dynamics such as markets, human energy levels/mood, etc.

I really learned a lot from the book called Thinking in Systems and nowadays I can't help to look at projects, from within the context in which it operates. Definitely recommend the book for somebody wanting a bit of an introduction to that mental model.

Physical books are the ultimate dumb tool: No need to charge; no notifications; can take notes if you like; and fantastic life span if well looked after.
Re:Python’s Weak Performance Matters on Wednesday February 07, 2018 @03:21AM (#16322986)
Numba makes python highly performant, and is simple to use. Definitely worth considering.
#neverconsiderdell