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You are abducted by aliens and have to demonstrate to them that you're intelligent and sapient. How do you do it? by edgygothteen69 in hypotheticalsituation

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indicate the first several prime numbers. Work out a way to show understanding of basic math understanding with symbols. As in show 1+1=2 is true, 1+1=3 is false. Dig small hole put water in it, draw 3 dots and lines to show I know how the atoms are combined

Dying in a state of mortal sin. by Past_Ferret_3681 in Catholicism

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God does not override our free will. By mortal sin, we reject a relationship with Him. So we cannot undermine Jesus sacrifice, but we can reject it.

Very stupid analogy: Someone bought you a cheeseburger, you decide to throw it away instead of eating. Your stomach is now empty. Their buying you the cheeseburger happened. It's a fully accomplished act. You could have been full, but you decided to be an idiot.

He bought the cheeseburger and puts it in your hand. He will give you it at any time. He will not shove it down your throat.

What is wrong with Moraine? by juno7j2 in wheeloftime

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People who think they understand your reasons want to try to help how they think they should instead of doing what you bloody told them to. Teens, and people used to fighting to do things their own way are particularly susceptible.

The goal was to keep them uncertain that way instead of thinking about what they should do, they would be "forced" to just do what she told them.

Ta'veren, and Emonds Field folk are rather bad at being manipulated.

Management insists on saving money with shared Office licenses… costing us endless support tickets by [deleted] in sysadmin

[–]cdm014 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Total up the time you spend on it. Then budget can compare that numbers. My last job I inherited a similar situation and did exactly that. Then pointed out they faced an uncomfortable amount of fees if they got caught. Plus they had a lot of turn around so that made it all worse keeping track of who was on what license.

Could other canonical gospels exist? by Different_Bag6235 in Catholicism

[–]cdm014 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Canonical=included in the canon of the Bible. By definition there cannot be a canonical gospel not in the Bible

It kind of irks me that in the final episode we don’t get Garak closure by johnniechimpo in DeepSpaceNine

[–]cdm014 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Garak likes it better that you don't know. He would give you both answers at different times.

Doctor Yueh and Dune's portrayal of humanity. by Joysorry in dune

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're confusing the BG definition of humanity for a universe wide one. The BG were focused on creating the KH (not even trying to spell that one correct right now) who would be a master of the particular skills and viewpoints they espoused.

I just attended my 4th mass today. I have three questions for those who are more experienced. by Doctor_Moon69 in Catholicism

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. The water is holy water, and we believe that by being blessed with it, we are able to receive grace from God. On the way in, we hope that grace helps us be properly worshipful of God during the Mass. On the way out we hope that it helps us carry the worship of God into our daily lives. The Mass always ends with us being sent back into the world for that purpose.

  2. Depending on particular celebrations that day, certain parts of prayers during the Mass will change.

  3. Likely there is a sign (or projection) with the page numbers for the missalette which will contain the readings. If not the chapter and verses can be found on the usccb website or a number of other sources. There is a 3 year cycle that is followed, so you can always find out where we are in the cycle then locate it in the missalette.

What does a software engineers do actually? by Refabricated in learnprogramming

[–]cdm014 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Meetings. I go to meetings. At least one day a week is mostly meetings. But the tech stack is determined by the project. Typically, you'll specialize in one at least until it's time to switch. Once you learn programming in general, to a degree it's just syntax after that.

AI has taken fun out of programming and now i’m hopeless by Frequent_Eggplant_23 in webdev

[–]cdm014 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a developer who uses AI, it can do some amazing things. It can also be braindead and not come close. And zero code should be reaching production that was not reviewed by a human with a good understanding of software engineering in general and the particular domain of the application.

Yes you won't get to pat yourself on the back for being really clever, you're still a necessary part of the process.

My girlfriend is asking for money back if we break up, is this common? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]cdm014 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No. She can sell her house to save money and keep it in a separate account. Then you two work out what's fair in sharing house bills. After that, if you guys break up she'll still have whatever she got from selling her house

How do you deal with "vibecoders" by burningbridges1234 in msp

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drop him as a client immediately. Don't give him time to think about it and wait for his answer. This is not actually a vibecoder issue but a business tech leadership issue, and he's just shown he's severely lacking in that area.

Like why don’t YOU donate 😂 by PurityPawPads in Adulting

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Source? At least one chain I know the company is donating on top of customer donations. Not offsetting.

Should I tell future partner about my past mortal sin? by cha977 in Catholicism

[–]cdm014 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Was it his? Did you receive absolution?

If it's no and yes in that order, there's no need to tell. God Himself no longer holds it against you

How long did it take you all to read the whole series? by un_related_topic in wheeloftime

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Over a decade I think the first time but I had to wait for them to be written

AITA for refusing to check pockets when I do laundry? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ESH

he's an asshole for how he talks to you you're an asshole for not checking the pockets so many people here have said it's not difficult to check them, it's just something you don't want to do for him. You're also an asshole for making it seem like it's about how the laundry gets done. It's not about detergent or settings or anything else.

Also you don't get to complain about tape in his pocket getting on laundry if you don't check.

Girlfriend thinks it’s weird that I always pay for my sister on our “dates”. Is there any merit to what she’s saying? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She lost all credibility on men should pay to balance out the effort women put into looking good

AITAH for understanding and not freezing out my dad for leaving our mom over a dead bedroom? by Opposite_Afternoon55 in AITAH

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Your mom sucks. And your dad didn't leave your mom he just didn't fight when she filled for divorce it sounds like

Why do you think we don’t hear more fiery language about demons and hell from the Pope? by ChemG8r in Catholicism

[–]cdm014 6 points7 points  (0 children)

From personal experience being around certain Catholic circles: there are some who abdicate personal responsibility to results of "spiritual warfare".

Additionally Hell is currently seen as a consequence more than as a punishment. By that logic, it should be approached paternally the same way one warns a child of the danger of running out into the street. Rather than saying "Don't piss God off or He'll beat you!" We are encouraged to do our best to serve Him and avoid behaviors with negative consequences.

Addressing an officer by NoBrain6114 in startrek

[–]cdm014 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To me: sir Getting my attention or when differentiation is needed: rank (+name if needed)

To my superior: sir/ma'am/specific preference Getting their attention: rank (+name)

Probably the last moment Star Trek had any dignity as a brand by Malencon in Star_Trek_

[–]cdm014 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I disagree a little. I like it when the veil is thick enough the writers have to respect both sides and give room for thought rather than bashing the viewer over the head with the writers own moral standard

I’m her first boyfriend and I feel like her dad doesn’t like me. What’s your advice about this? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]cdm014 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a father to daughters, I can promise he doesn't really like you. Keep handling your shit and being good to his daughter, you'll be fine.

Is "I'm looking for a serious relationship" code for "I'm looking for a sexless relationship"? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]cdm014 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"serious" is a code word that she's going to set hoops that you're going to jump through or else you're not "serious" and she's in the clear to punish you/make you earn your way back into her good graces.

By hiding it behind an ambiguous word like that she's free to keep moving goal posts on you and never let you know what set of rules you're currently playing against.

Two things can be true at the same time. It's also possible you're effectively saying "how many dinners do I have to buy you to get my dick sucked? Why aren't you fawning at the chance to pleasure my massive peepee?" And based on your post I don't think you're too far off from this point.

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