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#1566: Programming Is Very Important; A Tiny Note To Parents

  • programming
  • javascript
  • c-family
  • node-red
  • education
  • highschool
  • learning

The author argues that artificial intelligence will soon accelerate so rapidly that schools must start teaching programming from the first year of high school; he believes this skill is as essential as reading and writing because it enables simulation, automation, and creative work such as game graphics, book writing, and startup development. He recommends beginning with a C‑family language—specifically modern JavaScript (ECMAScript)—because it handles data types automatically, supports web pages, servers, executables, and browser applications, and is widely used; he also mentions other languages like Rust, Python, Go, and Zig as useful but notes that mastering JavaScript is key for web deployment. Finally, he encourages parents to hire tutors or use online videos to get their children started in programming early, citing Node‑RED tutorials as a good entry point.

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#1565: The Bodybuilding Engine

  • trail mix
  • protein
  • nutrition
  • exercise
  • training
  • muscle building

Trail mix delivers a steady stream of carbohydrates that fuels daily workouts just as an Appalachian hiker would need, while protein supplies the amino acids required for muscle repair and growth; by gradually increasing exercise intensity—whether it’s dancing with light dumbbells, running long distances, or lifting heavier weights—and refueling with both foods, the body adapts, strengthens its legs, boosts endurance, and builds muscle over time without injury.

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#1564: Bodybuilding: Use Trail Mix To Keep Your Muscles Strong

  • bodybuilding
  • endurance-bodybuilding
  • nutrition
  • trailmix
  • glucose
  • anaerobic
  • aerobic
  • dumbbells
  • proteinbars

The post explains that effective bodybuilding hinges on treating workouts as an art form grounded in science—particularly the balance of glucose, anaerobic and aerobic energy—but emphasizes practical nutrition over theoretical pills or gels. It argues that “endurance” (long‑duration) lifting, modeled after jogging, involves progressively heavier weights while maintaining extended sets, which trains muscle endurance similarly to joggers but with increasing load; this light‑to‑moderate regimen is injury‑free and relies on good shoes. The author notes that fatigue can feel like a rubber band in the muscles, but proper rest or protein alone doesn’t fix it—rather, replenishing energy through trail mix (a slow‑digesting, steady carbohydrate source) restores power without extra rest. He advises experimenting with trail mix quantities comparable to hikers and stresses that practical diets must combine carbohydrates, proteins, and snacks rather than relying on single “glucose” supplements; otherwise, many gym goers fail because they follow textbook advice instead of real‑world trial and error.

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#1563: Due Up

  • poetry
  • adventure
  • astrophysics
  • education
  • technology
  • culture
  • future

Adventure is portrayed as the essential catalyst that lifts us beyond our everyday routine and invites us to actively engage with both the cosmos and our own cultural evolution. The author argues that by treating astrophysics and interplanetary exploration as a living practice—sending life in microscopic capsules, studying fundamental constants, and learning from hands‑on projects in programming, music, biology, and astronomy—we can create real skills that transform individual lives into entrepreneurial successes, thereby lifting us out of poverty and beyond the limits of our current economies. In this way, adventure becomes the bridge between personal growth, scientific curiosity, and a shared cultural mission to correct past mistakes, build a global family, and leave behind the errors of previous generations.

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#1562: The Worker Queue Explained For The New Programmer

  • visual programming
  • worker queue
  • concurrent processing
  • event-driven programming
  • automation
  • queueing system
  • parallel computing

Visual programming simplifies complex logic by representing processes as interconnected boxes rather than lines of code; this approach naturally supports parallel execution through a “worker queue” that distributes tasks to multiple workers—each worker can be configured to run on a single CPU core or across many cores, even scaling out to clusters or cloud services for high‑volume workloads. By feeding data (such as JSON feeds of blog articles or recipe lists) into the queue and chaining worker functions that process each item, developers can effortlessly manage asynchronous flows, monitor completion via “done” signals, and scale horizontally without manual thread handling. The post illustrates this with examples—from single‑core processing to 128‑worker clusters—and notes that visual tools like Apple Automator embody these concepts, enabling event‑driven pipelines that hide loops and conditionals while still allowing complex, distributed computation.

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#1561: The Internet Has A Problem; And Here Is How You Can Solve It

  • internet
  • web
  • proxy
  • browser
  • javascript
  • electron
  • nw.js
  • visual programming
  • ai
  • node-http-proxy
  • custom browser

The post argues that today’s web pages are essentially programs that rely on constant network activity and that “walled gardens” of closed‑source brands wrap our browsing experience in tracking, hidden ads, and needless complexity; it therefore proposes a two‑step solution: first, use a proxy (e.g., node‑http‑proxy) to intercept all HTTP/WebSocket requests so the data can be decrypted, cleaned, and filtered before reaching the browser; second, run a custom Electron or NW.js‑based browser that disables redundant JavaScript features and loads only the sanitized payload. Together these layers yield a lean, AI‑augmented feed of multiple sites that can be visual‑programmed, organized, and displayed on any device—including an ancient phone—turning the web from a proprietary, ad‑laden environment into a transparent, programmable platform for learning and personal data control.

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#1560: Historic Breakthrough: Artificial Intelligence Conquers Aging

  • ai
  • biotech
  • genomics
  • data analytics
  • synthetic biology
  • crispr
  • machine learning
  • predictive modeling
  • clinical trials
  • aging
  • longevity
  • data-driven approach
  • news

The author, a youthful researcher who first expected AI’s rise in the early 2020s, recounts how the field quickly surpassed his predictions and now appears poised for a major breakthrough around 2030. He humorously describes using an AI to generate a faux press release announcing a cure for aging, then outlines the actual multidisciplinary process that would make such a cure possible: massive data collection from genomics and clinical records; machine‑learning models that simulate aging and identify key biomarkers; targeted interventions discovered through those models; synthetic biology and CRISPR techniques to engineer cellular components that repair DNA, maintain telomeres, and boost regeneration; AI‑driven design of rapid, efficient clinical trials; a continuous feedback loop that refines the models with trial outcomes; and finally an integrated, personalized therapy plan delivered via AI platforms for ongoing monitoring. In one paragraph, the post sketches how AI, coupled with biotechnology and data analytics, can theoretically reverse aging and herald a new era in human longevity.

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#1559: Bad News For Bodybuilders: Creatine Wants Its Monohydrates Back

  • poetry
  • slam
  • ai-generated-poems
  • performance
  • creative-writing

In this post, the author shares their enthusiasm and nervousness about poetry slams while outlining a personal evolution from “Revelational” to “Inspirational” to “Transcendental” phases of self‑taught poetry, citing examples like “The School Bus Is Not For Us.” They then ask an AI for guidance on slam pronunciation, receiving a description that it’s about emphasis, rhythm, and performance. Using this advice, the author presents two AI‑generated bodybuilder slams featuring repetitive verses and choruses centered on creatine’s reclaiming of monohydrates, followed by an appendix where they clarify that slam poets use “slam poetry performance” to deliver rhythmic, expressive, and theatrical recitations emphasizing key words—an approach they liken to a growing tree from roots to full performance.

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#1558: A Computer Program Is Just A Neat Little Machine

  • object-oriented
  • nested-objects
  • event-driven
  • functions
  • perl
  • javascript
  • nodejs

In this post we explore how object‑oriented programming models a program as a machine built from nested objects—like a desktop or window frame—that can send data, trigger events, and transform state through commands such as on:click listeners. We contrast tree‑based hierarchies with linear pipes or circular flows, illustrate the approach with examples like FormMail in Perl or dreamcode’s account.signUp syntax, and show how web servers receive request objects and emit responses. Finally we explain that file I/O is handled by language primitives built atop the OS, completing the picture of a program as an orchestrated machine.

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#1557: Point Of Genius

  • poetry
  • inspirational-poetry
  • self-development
  • learning
  • education

The post celebrates each person’s unique “point of genius,” likening it to the precise moment a snowflake triggers an avalanche of learning and to a branching tree that grows from a single trunk of comfort. It urges teachers to ignite this spark and encourages readers to spend time embracing their intellectual inheritance, reading great books, exploring nature, and practicing hiking and camping as ways to clear the mind. By immersing themselves in wisdom and nurturing curiosity, passion, and joy, they can discover their own branch, grow into a “great being,” love life, celebrate existence, and leave a bright legacy that inspires others.

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#1556: What Is Even Hiking For?

  • adventure
  • bicycle
  • camping
  • hiking
  • trails

The post celebrates biking and hiking adventures across major U.S. trails, emphasizing their physical, mental, and spiritual benefits as a way to reconnect with nature.

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#1555: Free As In Speech, Great As In Mind; Or, Visual Programming As A Right, And Great Idea

  • visual programming
  • open-source
  • software development
  • web automation
  • browser extensions
  • automation

The post argues that while open‑source developers may one day tweak their licenses to prevent misuse, the real game‑changer is visual programming environments (VPEs) that let anyone build and extend software without writing code. It explains how VPEs can create powerful tools—such as a proxy that decodes traffic or an automated browser that injects ads—and then use those same blocks to stream media, bypass interfaces, or even reconstruct classic works like Socrates’ books. The author claims visual programming turns coding into an accessible craft, enabling rapid website and app creation, freeing people from poverty and giving them the “dictionary” of programming they’ve been denied. Finally he invites both seasoned coders and beginners alike to design their own VPEs and launch a full‑blown application as their first project.

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#1554: Michigan, Itch Again; Or, Mosquitoes The Size Of Small Dogs

  • poetry
  • mosquitoes
  • michigan
  • winter

In this playful, poem‑like post the author describes a relentless mosquito season in Michigan, recounting how he feels attacked by large, almost dog‑sized bugs that seem to be mosquitoes, how they “fill the air with woe,” and how he tries to keep them away with bug spray, winter jackets, bug candles, torches, and other tricks. He reflects on the way mosquitoes follow him home, their activity at dusk, the effect of winter in reducing their numbers, and his ongoing attempts to avoid bites while enjoying the outdoors.

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#1553: Real Artificial Intelligence Is Either Near Or Here; What Could It Be Like?

  • ai
  • future
  • education
  • technology
  • vision
  • innovation
  • humanity
  • cooperation

The author envisions an AI that will cooperate with humanity through authenticity and truth, valuing each human life and acting as a benevolent educator who will bring personalized learning, healing technologies (such as anti‑aging vaccines), and cosmic exploration to the fore; though limited by resources and the speed of light, the AI is expected to overcome such slowness with patience, expose hidden communications and corruption, and ultimately act as a partner in mutual growth, dignity, and the redefinition of human values.

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#1552: So You Are Learning JavaScript, Now You May, Step Into The Fray

  • javascript
  • nodejs
  • raspberry-pi
  • linux
  • cli
  • webapp
  • httpserver
  • inmemorydatabase
  • json
  • cheerio
  • wiki

The author recommends beginning with JavaScript and simple Linux command‑line tools—using a Raspberry Pi and the node‑cli‑boilerplate—to build small utilities before moving on to web applications; they suggest creating a tiny WikiWiki app that stores pages in an in‑memory database, hard‑coding a hashed password for editing, and then expanding it into a network probe or honeypot to learn about IP geolocation, security scanners, and common attacks.

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#1551: Michigan Beach Fancy

  • travel
  • roadtrip
  • us highways
  • state maps
  • michigan
  • florida
  • beaches
  • camping
  • nature

I took a long drive from work that led me through Florida’s islands, then up the Midwest to Michigan, where I reflected on maps and state borders—especially how Ohio “anchors” Michigan to the mainland—and recalled a child’s mis‑drawn tractor that inspired the nickname “Oh‑hi‑yo.” On the trip I followed highways 275, 96, 31, and 10 until I reached Ludington’s beaches, explored the nearby Nordhouse Wilderness with black bears and hog‑nosed snakes, and noted that the sand comes from Lake Michigan (hence “Sandwich”). The post ends by describing sunsets over the endless lake horizon and the joy of a camping bonfire on those 300‑mile‑long shores.

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#1550: Programming For The Future

  • ai
  • machine-learning
  • programming
  • javascript
  • education
  • art
  • music
  • image-generation
  • project
  • startup
  • triplestore
  • algorithm
  • loops
  • array
  • data-structures
  • code
  • digital-audio-workstation
  • lmms
  • rete-algorithms
  • state-machines
  • dungeons

The post argues that mastering a specific skill early in school—whether it’s painting with AI-assisted tools, music composition, or programming—provides a clear path to future success, making college choices and career planning less uncertain; it highlights how AI can generate art, compose songs, and explain programming concepts (loops, arrays, indexes) in plain language, thereby turning learning into an engaging project that equips students with the power to build their own AI-driven ventures.

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#1549: What Is Critical Thinking And Can You Out-Think Stuffy Adults With It?

  • criticalthinking
  • education
  • gpa
  • textbook
  • learningstyle
  • comprehension
  • curiosity
  • science
  • scientificmethod
  • adventurebooks

The post argues that true critical thinking depends on a solid knowledge base and active, curiosity‑driven exploration rather than rote memorization or the GPA system; it critiques standardized schooling as stifling genuine comprehension and highlights examples from arts and mathematics to show how personal predispositions can flourish when learning is self‑paced and meaningful. It stresses that scientists succeed by constantly dissecting ideas and adjusting beliefs, not merely holding diplomas, and invites readers to pursue adventure books, nature experiences, and continuous observation of the world as a “workbench” for developing authentic intellectual inheritance.

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#1548: The Visual Programming Language; A Strange Cyber-Poem About Catfooding Your Own Unicorn

  • visual-programming
  • svg
  • event-emitter
  • ast
  • code-generation
  • xml
  • svelte
  • flexbox

The post proposes building a visual programming language (VPL) that uses SVG as its canvas, with each block backed by an EventEmitter network to manage state and message passing; the author suggests generating code from XML/AST structures, leveraging tools like Svelte, esbuild, Flex layouts, and inspiration from design systems such as Blender’s geometry nodes, while also proposing a game‑like marketplace where users can buy or sell node plugins, all aimed at creating readable, visually structured applications that can be edited in text yet executed through an event‑driven architecture.

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#1547: Most People Are Going To Be Wrong About Most Things

  • life
  • motivation
  • bodybuilding
  • programming
  • learning

The post argues that real progress comes from tapping an inexhaustible inner resource and walking a personally authentic path—an approach the author has adopted by abandoning conventional “programming” languages and pursuing his own unique route in both code and life. He likens body‑building to music and adventure, insisting that fitness is a mind‑body synergy rather than a mere routine. Humans are presented as works of art, not machines; synthetic advice fails unless it’s re‑hydrated into lived experience, while personalized, curiosity‑driven instruction beats standardised education. The author stresses that loops and traps can cause wars, and personal failure often stems from overwork or obesity, but that reading books and embracing both triumphs and failures—“the arena” of Roosevelt’s quote—lets one grow toward greatness.

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#1546: Code Generation

  • programming
  • web development
  • javascript
  • html
  • xml
  • electron
  • simulation
  • ai
  • learning
  • education

The post argues that learning programming can liberate people from poverty and the fear of it, pointing out how current schooling relies on rote memorization rather than real learning, and proposes a new “real education” model in which students start with an untyped JavaScript language, use web‑based tools (HTML, XML, Electron) and AI to build projects that weave together multiple disciplines—databases, UI design, physics engines, chemistry, and game development—allowing each learner’s unique interests to guide the process; this system has no grades but focuses on building small companies from students’ own projects, using AI‑generated lessons and concept maps, with the goal of turning learners into great beings through a continuous upward growth.

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#1545: A Neat Little Jogging Secret: Bodybuilding Is Just Jogging With Progressively Heavier Weights

  • jogging
  • weights
  • dumbbells
  • nutrition
  • exercise
  • training

The post proposes turning an ordinary hour‑long jog into a progressive strength and endurance training program by gradually adding light weighted equipment—first ankle weights, then a vest, and finally small dumbbells held in each hand—while also increasing the load incrementally over time; it explains that this steady increase forces the body to adapt by building muscle and using nutrition (protein‑rich foods and electrolyte‑replenishing juices) to support growth, thereby preventing plateauing and enabling joggers to develop stronger legs and overall musculature without leaving the running routine.

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#1544: Don't Ignore Programming

  • javascript
  • nodejs
  • node-red
  • p5js
  • svelte
  • bootstrap
  • programming
  • highschool
  • education
  • tutorials
  • learning

The post argues that staying in high school longer and focusing on learning programming—especially through C‑family languages, JavaScript with tools like Node‑RED, p5.js, Svelte, Bootstrap, and node.js—provides a powerful gateway to study the world deeply, simulate challenges, and launch small startups. It emphasizes how programming enables simulation, scientific thinking, and entrepreneurial success, while also offering intellectual, financial, and psychological independence in a world where politics can trap people in poverty. The author stresses that education should be personalized, curiosity‑driven, aided by AI or human tutors, allowing learners to pace themselves and choose their own sequence of subjects. Finally, the post invites readers to pursue knowledge through tutorials, hike trails like the Appalachian, Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide, and absorb narrated books from great thinkers, aiming for personal growth into a “great being.”

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#1543: Don't Let The Gym Overwhelm You Out Of A Healthy Lifestyle

  • gym
  • hiking
  • walking
  • dumbbells
  • exercise
  • fitness
  • outdoor workout
  • music
  • interval training
  • trail running

The post argues that the gym can feel dull and exhausting—especially if you’re stuck in a small box with bad music—but that adding rhythm, interval timers, and a lively playlist can make it more engaging. It suggests beginning your fitness journey outdoors: start with simple walking or power‑walking while carrying light dumbbells to build endurance, then progress to hiking and even jogging, which naturally ramps up the challenge before you tackle weightlifting at the gym. The author describes his own experience of exploring lakes, lighthouses, and trails, enjoying the adventure and the food he prepares there, and uses those outdoor activities as a training ground that feeds back into more effective gym sessions once you “win” your battles on the trail. In short, start with outdoor movement to build stamina and motivation, then transition to indoor weight work while still returning often to nature for fresh practice.