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Hardware is complex but wheel.me makes autonomous robots reliable, scalable and genius

Wheel.me, a Norwegian start-up has successfully transformed any object into an autonomous mobile robot.
The company's first product was a pop-up wheel that could be integrated into the legs of furniture.
Wheel.me then shifted its focus onto the robotic platform which is currently being used by more than 30 major customers in the US and Europe.
The main challenge was to create a seamless software/hardware solution that was both user-friendly and easily deployable.
The startup's most successful robot, named Genius, is a set of four or eight robots (or robotic wheels) that replace a standard set of caster wheels.
Genius is connected to a backend hosted on AWS cloud and is currently being used by the automotive manufacturing industry.
Wheel.me is also using AI for data stack for object recognition, smarter navigation, path planning, and predictive maintenance.
Wheel.me is expanding its team in the US and Europe, with plans to expand its operations in Asia.
With its last funding round, wheel.me built an automated factory in Norway where robots can build robots.
Wheel.me has paired up AI technologies with ingenuity and autonomy to bring autonomous robots to the automotive industry.

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This record-breaking drone show was controlled by a single laptop

A drone show in Shenzhen, China, set two Guinness World Records for the most multirotor/drones airborne simultaneously from a single computer and the largest aerial image formed by drones.
The show used a total of 10,197 drones, controlled by software on a laptop on the ground.
Drone shows are becoming popular due to advancements in drone technology and their eco-friendly nature compared to fireworks displays.
While there is a risk of malfunctioning drones, holding the shows away from the crowd minimizes the potential harm.

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Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP - Expert Storage for any workload

Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP is a fully managed service that combines NetApp's ONTAP file system with AWS.
It offers feature-rich and high-performance shared file storage with support for various operating systems.
FSx for ONTAP simplifies data management through efficient snapshotting, cloning, and data tiering.
It provides reliability, security, and seamless integration with AWS services.

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Vendor lock-in when using AWS Graviton processors is no longer a real thing

In 2024, compiling for Graviton processors no longer locks you into AWS as Arm-based processors are available on multiple cloud platforms.
Azure's Cobalt chip and Google's Axion chip have expanded the options for running Arm-based workloads in the cloud.
Arm-based workloads are likely to port seamlessly across different processors unless they rely on specific features.
Using Graviton processors for compute workloads offers significant cost savings and energy reduction.

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Cloud Computing Basics: AWS Cloud Practitioner

Cloud Computing delivers services over the internet, including storage, servers, databases, networking, software, and analytics.
Key benefits of cloud computing include cost efficiency, scalability, flexibility, and automatic updates.
Major cloud providers include Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
The AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam is an entry-level certification for understanding AWS Cloud and its core services.

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NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Monday, September 30 (game #211)

NYT Strands is a word game similar to Wordle and Connections.
Today's theme for NYT Strands is 'Words with weight'.
The clue words for unlocking the hints in the game are METER, CUTER, SLATE, STALE, FLEA, and EXIT.
The spangram hint for today's game is 'Pugilism' and it touches the right side of the board in the 4th row and the left side in the 3rd row.

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Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, September 30 (game #980)

Quordle is among the original Wordle alternatives and has reached almost 1,000 games."
It provides a genuine challenge.
Quordle expert provides hints and answers.
Three vowels are in the game today.
None of the today's answers have repeated letters.
The game today does not feature Q, Z, X, or J.
Two of today's answers start with the same letter.
Today's Quordle answers are CRUSH, TARDY, TEACH, and STUMP.
The Daily Sequence today included the answers: SNAKE, BULKY, BUDDY, CHART.
Previous Quordle answers for the past 20 games are provided.

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Definition of Terms

Virtualization allows for computer resource abstraction and creating isolated environments called virtual machines.
Server Virtualization, Desktop Virtualization, Network Virtualization, Storage Virtualization, and Application Virtualization are key types of virtualization.
Scalability refers to the ability of a system to handle an increasing amount of work or accommodate growth by adding resources, either by scaling up or scaling out.
Vertical Scaling and Horizontal Scaling are types of scalability.
Agility in cloud computing refers to the ability to quickly and efficiently respond to changes in demand, market conditions, or business requirements.
Rapid Deployment, On-Demand Resource Availability, Innovation Enablement, Flexibility, Cost Efficiency, and Global Reach are key aspects of agility in cloud computing.
High Availability in cloud computing refers to the design and implementation of systems that aim to ensure a high level of operational performance, typically by minimizing downtime and service interruptions.
Redundancy, Failover, Load Balancing, Data Replication, Monitoring and Self-Healing, Geographic Distribution are key components of High Availability.
Fault Tolerance in cloud computing refers to the ability of a system to continue operating correctly even in the presence of hardware or software failures.
Redundancy, Failover Mechanisms, Replication, Error Detection and Correction, Geographic Distribution, Monitoring and Alerting, Automated Backups and Recovery are key concepts of Fault Tolerance.
Global Reach in cloud computing refers to the ability of cloud platforms to provide services and infrastructure that are accessible from virtually any location around the world.
Geographically Distributed Data Centers, Content Delivery Networks, Multi-Region Deployments, Global Load Balancing, Global Networking Solutions, Disaster Recovery and Backup Across Regions, Global Databases and Data Replication, Multi-National Compliance are key features of Global Reach in the Cloud.
Scalability is about planned growth, and adding resources over long-term demand. Elasticity refers to the system's ability to automatically increase or decrease resources based on real-time demand.
Scalability is proactive, while Elasticity is reactive.
Horizontal Scaling and Vertical Scaling are scalability types, while Auto-Scaling is a characteristic of Elasticity.

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Deploying a Serverless Function with AWS Lambda

This tutorial explains how to create a simple AWS Lambda function using JavaScript to handle HTTP requests.
Serverless computing allows you to run code without provisioning or managing servers.
The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions on setting up AWS Lambda, writing a JavaScript function, setting up an API Gateway trigger, and testing the serverless function.
It also includes an optional section on monitoring and scaling the function.

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GPU prices and availability (Q4 2024): How much are GPUs today?

GPU prices are normalizing, and gamers can easily find GPUs at list price or even below it.
Availability exceeds demand, and the market is more favorable for buyers.
Older GPUs are still in stock, but current-gen releases are more affordable and budget-friendly options.
The only current-gen GPU struggling to stay at list price is the Nvidia RTX 4090.
Nvidia RTX 40-series includes the Nvidia RTX 4090, RTX 4080 Super, RTX 4070 Ti Super, RTX 4080, RTX 4070 Ti, RTX 4070, RTX 4060 Ti 16GB and RTX 4060 Ti 8GB.
GeForce RTX 3080 was a sweet spot graphics card for high-end gamers, but it's not available in stock outside of refurbished models.
The market reflects that RTX 4080 is discontinued, and you will have a hard time finding non-Super RTX 4080 in stock. It's better to purchase an RTX 4080 Super at the list price.
Current-gen GPUs are available at most retailers, and there is no need to wait for the next-gen GPUs slated for 2025.
Older GPU prices are dropping with the rest of the market.
Overall, it's a good time to buy a GPU, and the current market is favorable for buyers.

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🚀 Mastering AWS S3 with the CLI: A Simple Guide to Creating & Managing Buckets 💻

Developers often need to manage cloud storage, and AWS S3 is a popular choice.
Here's a simple guide to creating and managing buckets using AWS CLI.
Steps include creating a bucket, listing buckets, securing the bucket, uploading files, and managing permissions.
AWS CLI provides a fast and scriptable interface for efficient resource management.

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Creating Virtual Machine In Azure.

Creating a virtual machine (VM) is the virtualization or emulation of a computer system. Azure Stack is a set of products that extend Azure services across your IT ecosystem. To create a VM, you first need to choose a VM size, operating system, and network configuration.
Choose an appropriate operating system, like Windows Server or Ubuntu, and install it on the VM after configuring its settings.
Once you install these configurations, install the applications or services you need to run on the VM. Monitor it using Azure Stack Portal or Azure CLI/PowerShell tool to ensure optimal performance. Implement monitoring tools and alerts proactively to address any issues.
Benefits of using VMs include flexibility, scalability, cost-efficiency, improved resource utilization, security and isolation, snapshotting, and enhanced disaster recovery.
Follow a step-by-step guide to create a virtual machine in Azure. Create a free trial account, click on ‘Create,’ and enter your virtual machine details.
Then, create an administrator account and select inbound port rules such as SSH if it’s a Linux VM or RDP if it’s a Windows VM if you’ve chosen the appropriate subscription.
Disable boot diagnostics, review and create your new VM. Check the status to ensure VM deployment success.
Once the virtual machine is ready, connect to it by clicking the ‘Connect’ button in the virtual machine blade in the Azure portal and follow the prompt.
Wait for the remote PC to be configured and start using your virtual machine. With VMs, you can access computers from anywhere, improving your productivity regardless of physical location.
Creating a virtual machine in Azure empowers users with the flexibility to adapt to changing workloads, minimizes the over/under provision of resources, and provides enhanced security and disaster recovery capabilities.

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Decoding Blaise Pascal’s “Pensées” with a Programmer’s Twist

Blaise Pascal's 'Pensées' can be decoded with a programmer's twist
Efficient task scheduling is advocated for to reduce overall throughput loss
Avoid chasing superficial rewards and unnecessary complexity, both in code and in life
Implement time management strategies, regularly audit resources, and focus on high-impact tasks

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Samsung drops another hint that Galaxy AI won't be free beyond 2025

Samsung has hinted that some Galaxy AI features may require payment beyond 2025.
Press releases for new Samsung devices mention that fees may apply to certain AI features by the end of 2025.
The exact details on which features will be charged and the price tag are still unknown.
Samsung aims to monetize its AI tools as they require significant computing power and energy to operate.

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My Journey to DP-900 & DP-203 Certifications

A developer has started their journey to achieve two Microsoft certifications: DP-900: Azure Data Fundamentals and DP-203: Data Engineering on Microsoft Azure.
The developer is interested in data engineering as a natural next step, particularly in how data can power intelligent applications and innovative solutions.
They have a structured 4-week study plan to balance work commitments and dedicated study hours, covering both DP-900 and DP-203.
The developer is utilizing resources such as Microsoft Learn, Udemy, Whizlabs & MeasureUp, YouTube playlists, and the Azure Free Tier for hands-on practice.

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