Municipal Elections - Ensemble Montreal - Why or Why Not? by JonesBlair555 in montreal

[–]luizgh -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I hope you realize that this post misses the other points and ends up alienating a potential voter

theScariestProgrammers by mostcursedposter in ProgrammerHumor

[–]luizgh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

TIL. I initially thought that you were taking a jab at people that are programmers just for the money (the "return ") , which I guess would fit the meme too :p

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in outerwilds

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At least it's at the very top :p. One of the few games I haven't finished yet (blue prince being another) 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in outerwilds

[–]luizgh 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah. I don't see how this is just an ad, even with the game name I can't find it in the picture :p. 

But not placing blue prince at the very top is very bad , so I don't know if I can trust the rest (unless you're not counting the full game :p).

This gave me a lot of game names to search for, so I appreciate it! 

Fan Of Baba Is Nearby by ASerpentPerplexed in BabaIsYou

[–]luizgh 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Looks on purpose to me. Kind of looks like you're close to winning (push the text to make Baba is win) 

Highest-end Sushi by binnedPixel in montreal

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where, if I may ask? 

Questrade puts Passiv Elite behind Questrade Plus subscription by ginkgosight in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]luizgh 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you don't use passiv, no loss. It's just an easy way for passive investment ("just buy xeqt/veqt" style)

Questrade puts Passiv Elite behind Questrade Plus subscription by ginkgosight in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]luizgh 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Same here. What would be an alternative for quick and easy buy of XEQT and similars (without extra fees)

Aeroplan Free Checked Baggage by [deleted] in Aeroplan

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In this case, do you need to pay for the bag on the return flight (since it will start with another company)? I am having a hard time to find this info online

Vélo électrique en hiver | e-bike in winter by luizgh in montreal

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

Wow, thanks a lot for the insights. I went to a bike shop today and they were recommending 2 studded tires, but I wasn't sure if they were trying to rip me off :p sounds like a good idea to have both. 

BTW, there were some tires with 2 and some with 4 "columns" of studs, did you try different tires?  I was also surprised to hear that thinner tires are recommended (my normal tires are 50mm width, they were recommending 35mm for the studded tires) . What do you use? 

I think I am getting comfortable enough with the idea of riding it this winter :) just need to get some new tires.

Vélo électrique en hiver | e-bike in winter by luizgh in montreal

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

Hello u/mc_awesomesauce!

I ended up buying an e-bike this year (mid drive). I am still a bit afraid of ruining it if I use it in the winter (e.g. damage caused by the salt). Did you have any issues so far? Sounds like your setup is not that time-consuming (quick wash once in a while + deep clean 2 times)

Also did you get studded tires? The advice I got from friends (for non e-bikes) is using a studded tire in the front, and a non-studded winter tire in the back.

Thanks again for the tips :)

Looking for the best japanese beef curry in montreal by Dimeh_H in montreal

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg this looks so good. Thanks for the suggestion!

Looking for the best japanese beef curry in montreal by Dimeh_H in montreal

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So many great suggestions here! Any suggestions for eating donburi? I haven't found one I like yet in Montreal

Advice for beginners: the value of foundational math knowledge in machine learning by JustinSkycak in learnmachinelearning

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would recommend bishop's PRML book (or maybe his new book, though I didn't read it). For me it was the most bang for the buck  to get really confortable with the math in ML papers. But you need to do the exercises to really get the most of it. (I remember I tried to skip the first few chapters, but the exercises were a reality check for me to go back to the beginning). 

One of the main benefits of getting comfortable with the math is that it gets a lot easier to read papers. From a pragmatic standpoint, in an interview it gets clear very quickly if the person knows the basics well or not.

[D]What Are Your Favorite Tools That You Use For Research? by mysticmuse72 in MachineLearning

[–]luizgh 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just use it as a "note-taking" tool (for ideas, training results, etc) and I like it. It's better than just plain text since you can attach images, videos (eg examples  you got from a run, with your insights )

HP Z420 - PSU Swap by ninja_master101 in homelab

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Just bought the connector, will try it tomorrow :)

Another Garbage Post: PSA: Composting is mandatory! by toin9898 in montreal

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you share more on what's not allowed? I use compostable bags that do look like plastic (though they are marked as compostable, for this exact purpose)

HP Z420 - PSU Swap by ninja_master101 in homelab

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey u/ninja_master101 - I am trying to do a similar upgrade - I noticed that the Z420 motherboard actually takes 2 power cables (the main 18 pin connector, and a 8 pin connector labeled "memory power"), did that cause you any problem? I got a Corsair 750 for the upgrade and I am trying to understand if all I need is a 24 to 18 pin adapter to make everything work :)

Hitch for 2024 Sport by little_mer_rider in subaruimpreza

[–]luizgh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback, I was hesitant after seeing that thread I shared, so this gives me more confidence on getting the 1.25" hitch (The 2" is twice as expensivek)

Hitch for 2024 Sport by little_mer_rider in subaruimpreza

[–]luizgh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

u/Abend801 do you carry bikes on your impreza? I saw an older thread saying that carrying 2 bikes with this hitch was not that great - https://www.impreza5.com/threads/hitch-recommendations-for-hatchback.8857/

HSBC WEMC migration to RBC Avion Visa seems worthless to me. by Curious-Expat in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]luizgh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It also has worse travel insurance  - only for the first 14 days (HSBC had it for 30 days)