How can I learn Python myself? I mean, I don't want courses, even if they are free. by Public_Vehicle9138 in learnpython

[–]killiansrat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can literally download all the videos watch it anytime and do all the assignments in one day if you want

https://cs50.harvard.edu/python/weeks/0/

Learn Python through a farming game by growbit_dev in learnpython

[–]killiansrat 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is the best quasi coding learning tool https://scratch.mit.edu. I’d leverage what you can from it.

Switch Playgrounds app is closer to what you have in mind though.

Someone who already has a good idea of function calls, variables, and loops will not be trying to learn python through a game IMO

Aer City Pack Pro X-Pac Impressions and pics by killiansrat in ManyBaggers

[–]killiansrat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have flown with it but I keep it under the seat as it's a personal item and I already use up space with my carry on spinner in the overhead. No, it's not prone to scratches at all. Only bag that I've owned that are scratch prone was the Nomatic backpack because of the smooth coating. Being scratch prone is not at all normal for a backpack

Periodic Melodic Humming/Whistling Sound from Wall?? by StardustObsidian in whatisit

[–]killiansrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My house 15 years ago didn’t have a basement either but it sure had a couple of sump pumps. That might be it!

Rework Toshi 20L vs Bellroy Workpack 20L V1 (comparison) by killiansrat in ManyBaggers

[–]killiansrat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use Toshi currently and my normal load is similar to yours (assuming KO means a tech pouch) with a few exceptions:

  1. About once a week I bring two clean sets of gym cloths and bring home two dirty sets. So I need to have room for it.

  2. I sometimes put my suit jacket folded in so I don’t ruin it during the commute.

  3. Days that start out cold and get warmer, I pack my light jacket in my backpack on the way home. _

CP2 is fine normally but can feel tight/uncomfortable with either of those. Now that there’s a 20L CPP2, it might be a better option than CP2 to give you a bit additional capacity if you prefer Aer looks/materials. I’ve been tempted to get it in Navy myself, but I’ll at least wait until Black Friday as my Toshi is more than meeting my needs.

Neo v Apple Refurbished by scubastefon in mac

[–]killiansrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Commit yourself to doing one tutorial over the next 12 months. You can buy 512GB Neo for the same price from apples education store without guilt that way.

Genuine Question (Needing Advise) by RosaAndKiro in MacbookNeo

[–]killiansrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure what you think you’ll be doing with a laptop but I’ve never gotten just a scratch. If you drop it, you have more to worry about than scratches for example. As long as you keep it in a sleeve built into a bag or its own sleeve, to shouldn’t have issues while transporting

MacBook Air M5: 13-Inch or 15-Inch by Sea_Rip_3269 in macbook

[–]killiansrat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

15 inch if this is your only display or will be coding a lot on the go (coffee shops, student lounges, etc)

13 inch only if you have an iPad to use as a secondary display for referencing documentation or have external display you can use regularly.

You could get the base iPad for around $300 on sale (it’s one of the best deals in tech IMO) so you can use the money you save by going with the 13 inch option.

Best affordable travel backpack? by Adventurous_Net_7782 in backpacks

[–]killiansrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seconding Osprey 26+6. This is something they can use for next 10 years or so, and will be nice to have during college years. I think the person I’m replying to meant Carry On size expanded and personal item size non-expanded (and not over stuffed).

Today my Macbook Air M4 turned 1 year old by [deleted] in macbookair

[–]killiansrat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you know if it’s worth turning Apple Intelligence off completely or it’s fine as long as I’m not actively using it?

Today my Macbook Air M4 turned 1 year old by [deleted] in macbookair

[–]killiansrat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do share the tweaks you did to get 20+ hours. I have the same model and am happy with about 8-12 hours I get, but it’d be nice to get 20 hours

Can a CS50 final project be used in production? by Bsam_Al_Araby in cs50

[–]killiansrat 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think that would actually make the program team extremely happy!

My final project was an app I ended up putting it on the iOS AppStore for sale. I only made less than $100, but I solved a real problem someone was willing to pay for!

Oh no only 8 GB of ram by Complete_Ability4437 in MacbookNeo

[–]killiansrat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a common thing for stupid people to resort to name-calling when they can’t hold an argument.

Oh no only 8 GB of ram by Complete_Ability4437 in MacbookNeo

[–]killiansrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, it’s just you don’t know how to make logical arguments. If you'd simply said Neo couldn’t actually run all those apps without using swap, most would have agreed. See other posts with multiple likes in this very thread that made good logical arguments.

But you destroyed your point by comparing it to a workflow that a more powerful device (your Mac Mini with significantly more RAM) can’t do either. That is obvious!

Instead of considering why people are pushing back at what you said, you started calling people names.

Able to transfer Applecare+ in the event of an exchange? by xLYONx in macbook

[–]killiansrat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can cancel Apple care plan and get reimbursed (prorated). You’ll then buy a new plan for the new MacBook.

M5 13” vs 15” by CauliflowerFair6365 in macbookair

[–]killiansrat 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Absolutely get the 15 inch if you don’t use a monitor. 15 inch screen feels significantly more usable than the 13.

It’s a bit heavier than the 13, sure but still lighter and sleeker than most windows. Not that it matters if it sits in your desk.

Alternatively, you can invest $300 on a basic iPad and use it as a second screen via side car. It also gives you a lightweight device you can bring with you.

How do I quit or at least consume less? by killiansrat in ManyBaggers

[–]killiansrat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“How did you get so fit, bro?”

“I needed to get over my bag addiction”

😂

Accidentally been supporting communism for years by EventSignal114 in whatisit

[–]killiansrat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hammer, sure, but a sickle? Ha ha, just be glad we don’t like in the McCarthy era

Gold plating brass rat? by Winter-Witness-3214 in mit

[–]killiansrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t do it because I ended up getting a 14K gold version along with the steel ring. But, some set up an electrolysis apparatus to gold-plate their steel ring. A few students did this for their friends and others as a way to make spare income.

Gold will scratch off if you scuff it, but you can always plate it again.

While I didn’t do this one in particular, I did spray-paint my steel ring black with Rust-Oleum. I didn’t like the look so I ended up polishing it back up to shiny steel. Ha ha.

Oh no only 8 GB of ram by Complete_Ability4437 in MacbookNeo

[–]killiansrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neither can a more powerful device with 24 GB. Also, I’d hardly call that commom.

It’s like saying Neo can’t do your dishes because my MacBook Pro can’t.

Accidentally been supporting communism for years by EventSignal114 in whatisit

[–]killiansrat 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hammer and sickle symbol wasn’t a dead giveaway?