The author reflects on their experience using an LLM to create a Node.js library for EXIF data manipulation, highlighting challenges and ethical concerns in software development.
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A detailed guide on repairing a Bose SoundDock iPod speaker's power supply, including tools needed and step-by-step instructions for capacitor replacement.
The author shares insights from their experience building RFC Hub, a CRUD application, using htmx for the first time. They discuss the advantages of htmx, such as reducing the need for JavaScript and improving user experience, whi...
The post discusses the challenges faced in managing internal technical proposals, such as changes to specifications, difficulty in finding reviewers, and lack of consensus visibility. It introduces RFC Hub as a solution that provi...
The Alpaka Elements Tech Case is a compact and well-padded camera bag ideal for small cameras and accessories, offering convenience and functionality.
The zine 'Photographing Potrero Hill' showcases local photography and is available in three San Francisco coffee shops, emphasizing community art engagement.
The text provides a detailed guide on installing Linux on a 2008 Apple Intel iMac, including necessary upgrades and potential issues. It highlights the challenges and limitations of running modern operating systems on the device, ...
The text discusses the concept of a general-purpose computing machine designed to last over a hundred years, prioritizing repairability, self-containment, and the ability to modify and replicate itself. It addresses the challenges...
The text discusses the inevitable evolution of business speak and programming languages due to the proliferation of Large Language Models (LLMs) in society. It explores the impact of LLMs on communication, email writing, and progr...
The author shares their experience of running Debian Bookworm on a 13" AMD Framework Laptop. They explain the reasons for choosing Debian over Ubuntu, the issues they faced during the installation process, and the solutions they f...
The text is a comprehensive guide to using the Fujifilm X-E1 camera, focusing on the author's personal experience and recommendations for settings, lenses, and workflow. It includes detailed instructions for configuring the camera...
The text discusses the use of an iPod Classic 4th Generation (Monochrome) in 2024, highlighting its capabilities, limitations, and the benefits of using it for music playback. It compares the iPod to modern devices, streaming serv...
The author discusses his search for a discreet, cheap, film-like everyday carry (EDC) street photography camera. He describes his ultimate camera setup, the Sony a7rIV with the Sony 20-70mm f/4 and the Sigma 100-400mm lenses, but ...
The text is a retrospective of the Map Buddy product, an Android/iOS/mobile web app built by Thomas Hunter II. The app was never able to achieve product market fit, and Thomas is considering selling it or releasing the source code...
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O'Reilly is introducing an enhanced version of their Answers feature, powered by generative AI, to provide immediate clarification on key terms or concepts. The tool will track sources of answers and compensate content creators fo...
0My Photography is Featured at Ikon Coffee
2024-04-25 • photography
Thomas Hunter II's photography is being featured at Ikon Coffee in San Francisco. The photos are displayed on a high-quality digital display and are available for viewing for the next few months. There is also a plaque with a QR c...
The text discusses the limitations of photography and videography in capturing the full experience of the world, due to the loss of dimensions, senses, and fidelity. It emphasizes the challenges of conveying depth, motion, and sme...
The text discusses the author's search for a small and cheap camera, and the unmet market needs for such cameras. The author shares their experience with the Panasonic Lumix GX1 and Panasonic 20mm lens, including sample photos and...
The text explains how to enable English on a Japanese Panasonic Lumix GX1 camera, which is region locked. The author provides a step-by-step guide on how to modify the firmware of the camera to support the English language. The pr...
The author discusses his journey in photography, starting with his first camera and lenses, and how he upgraded his equipment over time. He talks about the limitations of his initial kit and the process of choosing and purchasing ...
The author inherited a Minolta X-370 film camera and noticed a light leak issue. The article details the diagnosis process, identifying the cause of the light leak, and the repair process. The author replaced the light seal foam u...
The text is about getting into photography on a budget in 2023. The author shares his experience of buying a camera and lenses, and gives tips on buying used equipment, lens compatibility, and next steps for photography. He also s...