Slides from a talk I gave at Microsoft SCS 2012 in January this year. its an 8 minute talk intended to provoke the audience into viewing "hacking" as a generative construct for thinking and an organizing principle for life ... hacking life and living ... rather than it being about just about hacking infrastructure to do different things.
Contact me if you'd like the talk script
The three culverts near Tangent, Oregon were deemed impassable for fish by the local watershed council. Modeling of the river section in HEC-RAS found that the existing culverts did not meet several Oregon fish passage criteria under low and high flow conditions. Velocities exceeded limits for fish, drop heights were too high, and the culverts were not a suitable width. Removing the culverts in the model improved some criteria but velocities still exceeded limits. It was concluded that the culverts must be removed and replaced with a bridge or arch structure to provide landowner access while meeting regulations.
Elizabeth Pinkowski has over 30 years of experience in healthcare, including roles in point of care testing coordination, phlebotomy management, laboratory assistance, and medical waste project management. She has a track record of improving compliance, reducing costs and errors, and achieving high ratings on regulatory inspections. Her skills include developing policies and procedures, staff training, performance management, and driving process improvements through data analysis.
The document describes a magnetic levitation system that uses an electromagnet to levitate a small magnet. A Hall effect sensor measures the vertical position of the levitating magnet and a digital signal controller controls the current in the electromagnet coil through pulse-width modulation to maintain the magnet's level of levitation. The system provides feedback to stabilize the levitating material's position and compensate for disturbances through varying the current in the electromagnet coil.
How to use contact lenses for the first timeRahul Singh
How to Use Contact Lens Safely for First Time Step by Step Guide
STEP 1: Thoroughly wash and dry your hands with soap and a clean towel.
STEP 2: Rinse your lens with solution to remove any trace of debris. (If you’re using a new lens, or 1-DAY ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses, simply take them out of the package, no solution is needed)
Tip: To avoid mixing up your contact lenses, always apply and remove the lens for your RIGHT eye first.
STEP 3: Place the lens on the tip of your index finger. Be sure the lens is correctly oriented by checking the inside–out marker.
STEP 4: Use your other hand to hold your upper eyelid so you won’t blink.
STEP 5: Pull down your lower eyelid with the other fingers of your applying hand.
STEP 6: Look up at the ceiling and gently place the lens on the lower part of your eye.
STEP 7: Slowly release your eyelid and close your eye for a moment.
STEP 8: Blink several times to center the lens. You’re all set.
STEP 9: If your lens feels uncomfortable, remove it and inspect for damage or debris. If it’s damaged, discard it. Otherwise, rinse with more solution and reapply.
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https://www.facebook.com/buildmyfitness/
Operation Zarb-e-Azb was a joint military offensive launched by the Pakistan Armed Forces on June 15, 2014 against militant groups in North Waziristan, including the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan. The operation aimed to counter militancy in the wake of a deadly attack on Karachi's airport for which TTP claimed responsibility. Over 30,000 Pakistani soldiers conducted intelligence-led operations, destroying militant hideouts and infrastructure. The operation received widespread political and public support and helped displace militants, though 82 soldiers were killed and hundreds injured.
The three culverts near Tangent, Oregon were deemed impassable for fish by the local watershed council. Modeling of the river section in HEC-RAS found that the existing culverts did not meet several Oregon fish passage criteria under low and high flow conditions. Velocities exceeded limits for fish, drop heights were too high, and the culverts were not a suitable width. Removing the culverts in the model improved some criteria but velocities still exceeded limits. It was concluded that the culverts must be removed and replaced with a bridge or arch structure to provide landowner access while meeting regulations.
Elizabeth Pinkowski has over 30 years of experience in healthcare, including roles in point of care testing coordination, phlebotomy management, laboratory assistance, and medical waste project management. She has a track record of improving compliance, reducing costs and errors, and achieving high ratings on regulatory inspections. Her skills include developing policies and procedures, staff training, performance management, and driving process improvements through data analysis.
The document describes a magnetic levitation system that uses an electromagnet to levitate a small magnet. A Hall effect sensor measures the vertical position of the levitating magnet and a digital signal controller controls the current in the electromagnet coil through pulse-width modulation to maintain the magnet's level of levitation. The system provides feedback to stabilize the levitating material's position and compensate for disturbances through varying the current in the electromagnet coil.
How to use contact lenses for the first timeRahul Singh
How to Use Contact Lens Safely for First Time Step by Step Guide
STEP 1: Thoroughly wash and dry your hands with soap and a clean towel.
STEP 2: Rinse your lens with solution to remove any trace of debris. (If you’re using a new lens, or 1-DAY ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses, simply take them out of the package, no solution is needed)
Tip: To avoid mixing up your contact lenses, always apply and remove the lens for your RIGHT eye first.
STEP 3: Place the lens on the tip of your index finger. Be sure the lens is correctly oriented by checking the inside–out marker.
STEP 4: Use your other hand to hold your upper eyelid so you won’t blink.
STEP 5: Pull down your lower eyelid with the other fingers of your applying hand.
STEP 6: Look up at the ceiling and gently place the lens on the lower part of your eye.
STEP 7: Slowly release your eyelid and close your eye for a moment.
STEP 8: Blink several times to center the lens. You’re all set.
STEP 9: If your lens feels uncomfortable, remove it and inspect for damage or debris. If it’s damaged, discard it. Otherwise, rinse with more solution and reapply.
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https://www.facebook.com/buildmyfitness/
Operation Zarb-e-Azb was a joint military offensive launched by the Pakistan Armed Forces on June 15, 2014 against militant groups in North Waziristan, including the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan. The operation aimed to counter militancy in the wake of a deadly attack on Karachi's airport for which TTP claimed responsibility. Over 30,000 Pakistani soldiers conducted intelligence-led operations, destroying militant hideouts and infrastructure. The operation received widespread political and public support and helped displace militants, though 82 soldiers were killed and hundreds injured.
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
Communications Mining Series - Zero to Hero - Session 1DianaGray10
This session provides introduction to UiPath Communication Mining, importance and platform overview. You will acquire a good understand of the phases in Communication Mining as we go over the platform with you. Topics covered:
• Communication Mining Overview
• Why is it important?
• How can it help today’s business and the benefits
• Phases in Communication Mining
• Demo on Platform overview
• Q/A
Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
Imagine a world where software fuzzing, the process of mutating bytes in test seeds to uncover hidden and erroneous program behaviors, becomes faster and more effective. A lot depends on the initial seeds, which can significantly dictate the trajectory of a fuzzing campaign, particularly in terms of how long it takes to uncover interesting behaviour in your code. We introduce DIAR, a technique designed to speedup fuzzing campaigns by pinpointing and eliminating those uninteresting bytes in the seeds. Picture this: instead of wasting valuable resources on meaningless mutations in large, bloated seeds, DIAR removes the unnecessary bytes, streamlining the entire process.
In this work, we equipped AFL, a popular fuzzer, with DIAR and examined two critical Linux libraries -- Libxml's xmllint, a tool for parsing xml documents, and Binutil's readelf, an essential debugging and security analysis command-line tool used to display detailed information about ELF (Executable and Linkable Format). Our preliminary results show that AFL+DIAR does not only discover new paths more quickly but also achieves higher coverage overall. This work thus showcases how starting with lean and optimized seeds can lead to faster, more comprehensive fuzzing campaigns -- and DIAR helps you find such seeds.
- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
DevOps and Testing slides at DASA ConnectKari Kakkonen
My and Rik Marselis slides at 30.5.2024 DASA Connect conference. We discuss about what is testing, then what is agile testing and finally what is Testing in DevOps. Finally we had lovely workshop with the participants trying to find out different ways to think about quality and testing in different parts of the DevOps infinity loop.
Securing your Kubernetes cluster_ a step-by-step guide to success !KatiaHIMEUR1
Today, after several years of existence, an extremely active community and an ultra-dynamic ecosystem, Kubernetes has established itself as the de facto standard in container orchestration. Thanks to a wide range of managed services, it has never been so easy to set up a ready-to-use Kubernetes cluster.
However, this ease of use means that the subject of security in Kubernetes is often left for later, or even neglected. This exposes companies to significant risks.
In this talk, I'll show you step-by-step how to secure your Kubernetes cluster for greater peace of mind and reliability.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
Neha Bajwa, Vice President of Product Marketing, Neo4j
Join us as we explore breakthrough innovations enabled by interconnected data and AI. Discover firsthand how organizations use relationships in data to uncover contextual insights and solve our most pressing challenges – from optimizing supply chains, detecting fraud, and improving customer experiences to accelerating drug discoveries.
Enchancing adoption of Open Source Libraries. A case study on Albumentations.AIVladimir Iglovikov, Ph.D.
Presented by Vladimir Iglovikov:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/iglovikov/
- https://x.com/viglovikov
- https://www.instagram.com/ternaus/
This presentation delves into the journey of Albumentations.ai, a highly successful open-source library for data augmentation.
Created out of a necessity for superior performance in Kaggle competitions, Albumentations has grown to become a widely used tool among data scientists and machine learning practitioners.
This case study covers various aspects, including:
People: The contributors and community that have supported Albumentations.
Metrics: The success indicators such as downloads, daily active users, GitHub stars, and financial contributions.
Challenges: The hurdles in monetizing open-source projects and measuring user engagement.
Development Practices: Best practices for creating, maintaining, and scaling open-source libraries, including code hygiene, CI/CD, and fast iteration.
Community Building: Strategies for making adoption easy, iterating quickly, and fostering a vibrant, engaged community.
Marketing: Both online and offline marketing tactics, focusing on real, impactful interactions and collaborations.
Mental Health: Maintaining balance and not feeling pressured by user demands.
Key insights include the importance of automation, making the adoption process seamless, and leveraging offline interactions for marketing. The presentation also emphasizes the need for continuous small improvements and building a friendly, inclusive community that contributes to the project's growth.
Vladimir Iglovikov brings his extensive experience as a Kaggle Grandmaster, ex-Staff ML Engineer at Lyft, sharing valuable lessons and practical advice for anyone looking to enhance the adoption of their open-source projects.
Explore more about Albumentations and join the community at:
GitHub: https://github.com/albumentations-team/albumentations
Website: https://albumentations.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/100504475
Twitter: https://x.com/albumentations
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
available on those devices, but many of the features provide convenience and capability but sacrifice security. This best practices guide outlines steps the users can take to better protect personal devices and information.
Climate Impact of Software Testing at Nordic Testing DaysKari Kakkonen
My slides at Nordic Testing Days 6.6.2024
Climate impact / sustainability of software testing discussed on the talk. ICT and testing must carry their part of global responsibility to help with the climat warming. We can minimize the carbon footprint but we can also have a carbon handprint, a positive impact on the climate. Quality characteristics can be added with sustainability, and then measured continuously. Test environments can be used less, and in smaller scale and on demand. Test techniques can be used in optimizing or minimizing number of tests. Test automation can be used to speed up testing.
Goodbye Windows 11: Make Way for Nitrux Linux 3.5.0!SOFTTECHHUB
As the digital landscape continually evolves, operating systems play a critical role in shaping user experiences and productivity. The launch of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 marks a significant milestone, offering a robust alternative to traditional systems such as Windows 11. This article delves into the essence of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, exploring its unique features, advantages, and how it stands as a compelling choice for both casual users and tech enthusiasts.
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
How to Get CNIC Information System with Paksim Ga.pptxdanishmna97
Pakdata Cf is a groundbreaking system designed to streamline and facilitate access to CNIC information. This innovative platform leverages advanced technology to provide users with efficient and secure access to their CNIC details.
Encryption in Microsoft 365 - ExpertsLive Netherlands 2024Albert Hoitingh
In this session I delve into the encryption technology used in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview. Including the concepts of Customer Key and Double Key Encryption.
Generative AI Deep Dive: Advancing from Proof of Concept to ProductionAggregage
Join Maher Hanafi, VP of Engineering at Betterworks, in this new session where he'll share a practical framework to transform Gen AI prototypes into impactful products! He'll delve into the complexities of data collection and management, model selection and optimization, and ensuring security, scalability, and responsible use.
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Epistemic Interaction - tuning interfaces to provide information for AI supportAlan Dix
Paper presented at SYNERGY workshop at AVI 2024, Genoa, Italy. 3rd June 2024
https://alandix.com/academic/papers/synergy2024-epistemic/
As machine learning integrates deeper into human-computer interactions, the concept of epistemic interaction emerges, aiming to refine these interactions to enhance system adaptability. This approach encourages minor, intentional adjustments in user behaviour to enrich the data available for system learning. This paper introduces epistemic interaction within the context of human-system communication, illustrating how deliberate interaction design can improve system understanding and adaptation. Through concrete examples, we demonstrate the potential of epistemic interaction to significantly advance human-computer interaction by leveraging intuitive human communication strategies to inform system design and functionality, offering a novel pathway for enriching user-system engagements.
Communications Mining Series - Zero to Hero - Session 1DianaGray10
This session provides introduction to UiPath Communication Mining, importance and platform overview. You will acquire a good understand of the phases in Communication Mining as we go over the platform with you. Topics covered:
• Communication Mining Overview
• Why is it important?
• How can it help today’s business and the benefits
• Phases in Communication Mining
• Demo on Platform overview
• Q/A
Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
Imagine a world where software fuzzing, the process of mutating bytes in test seeds to uncover hidden and erroneous program behaviors, becomes faster and more effective. A lot depends on the initial seeds, which can significantly dictate the trajectory of a fuzzing campaign, particularly in terms of how long it takes to uncover interesting behaviour in your code. We introduce DIAR, a technique designed to speedup fuzzing campaigns by pinpointing and eliminating those uninteresting bytes in the seeds. Picture this: instead of wasting valuable resources on meaningless mutations in large, bloated seeds, DIAR removes the unnecessary bytes, streamlining the entire process.
In this work, we equipped AFL, a popular fuzzer, with DIAR and examined two critical Linux libraries -- Libxml's xmllint, a tool for parsing xml documents, and Binutil's readelf, an essential debugging and security analysis command-line tool used to display detailed information about ELF (Executable and Linkable Format). Our preliminary results show that AFL+DIAR does not only discover new paths more quickly but also achieves higher coverage overall. This work thus showcases how starting with lean and optimized seeds can lead to faster, more comprehensive fuzzing campaigns -- and DIAR helps you find such seeds.
- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
DevOps and Testing slides at DASA ConnectKari Kakkonen
My and Rik Marselis slides at 30.5.2024 DASA Connect conference. We discuss about what is testing, then what is agile testing and finally what is Testing in DevOps. Finally we had lovely workshop with the participants trying to find out different ways to think about quality and testing in different parts of the DevOps infinity loop.
Securing your Kubernetes cluster_ a step-by-step guide to success !KatiaHIMEUR1
Today, after several years of existence, an extremely active community and an ultra-dynamic ecosystem, Kubernetes has established itself as the de facto standard in container orchestration. Thanks to a wide range of managed services, it has never been so easy to set up a ready-to-use Kubernetes cluster.
However, this ease of use means that the subject of security in Kubernetes is often left for later, or even neglected. This exposes companies to significant risks.
In this talk, I'll show you step-by-step how to secure your Kubernetes cluster for greater peace of mind and reliability.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
Neha Bajwa, Vice President of Product Marketing, Neo4j
Join us as we explore breakthrough innovations enabled by interconnected data and AI. Discover firsthand how organizations use relationships in data to uncover contextual insights and solve our most pressing challenges – from optimizing supply chains, detecting fraud, and improving customer experiences to accelerating drug discoveries.
Enchancing adoption of Open Source Libraries. A case study on Albumentations.AIVladimir Iglovikov, Ph.D.
Presented by Vladimir Iglovikov:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/iglovikov/
- https://x.com/viglovikov
- https://www.instagram.com/ternaus/
This presentation delves into the journey of Albumentations.ai, a highly successful open-source library for data augmentation.
Created out of a necessity for superior performance in Kaggle competitions, Albumentations has grown to become a widely used tool among data scientists and machine learning practitioners.
This case study covers various aspects, including:
People: The contributors and community that have supported Albumentations.
Metrics: The success indicators such as downloads, daily active users, GitHub stars, and financial contributions.
Challenges: The hurdles in monetizing open-source projects and measuring user engagement.
Development Practices: Best practices for creating, maintaining, and scaling open-source libraries, including code hygiene, CI/CD, and fast iteration.
Community Building: Strategies for making adoption easy, iterating quickly, and fostering a vibrant, engaged community.
Marketing: Both online and offline marketing tactics, focusing on real, impactful interactions and collaborations.
Mental Health: Maintaining balance and not feeling pressured by user demands.
Key insights include the importance of automation, making the adoption process seamless, and leveraging offline interactions for marketing. The presentation also emphasizes the need for continuous small improvements and building a friendly, inclusive community that contributes to the project's growth.
Vladimir Iglovikov brings his extensive experience as a Kaggle Grandmaster, ex-Staff ML Engineer at Lyft, sharing valuable lessons and practical advice for anyone looking to enhance the adoption of their open-source projects.
Explore more about Albumentations and join the community at:
GitHub: https://github.com/albumentations-team/albumentations
Website: https://albumentations.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/100504475
Twitter: https://x.com/albumentations
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
available on those devices, but many of the features provide convenience and capability but sacrifice security. This best practices guide outlines steps the users can take to better protect personal devices and information.
Climate Impact of Software Testing at Nordic Testing DaysKari Kakkonen
My slides at Nordic Testing Days 6.6.2024
Climate impact / sustainability of software testing discussed on the talk. ICT and testing must carry their part of global responsibility to help with the climat warming. We can minimize the carbon footprint but we can also have a carbon handprint, a positive impact on the climate. Quality characteristics can be added with sustainability, and then measured continuously. Test environments can be used less, and in smaller scale and on demand. Test techniques can be used in optimizing or minimizing number of tests. Test automation can be used to speed up testing.
Goodbye Windows 11: Make Way for Nitrux Linux 3.5.0!SOFTTECHHUB
As the digital landscape continually evolves, operating systems play a critical role in shaping user experiences and productivity. The launch of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 marks a significant milestone, offering a robust alternative to traditional systems such as Windows 11. This article delves into the essence of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, exploring its unique features, advantages, and how it stands as a compelling choice for both casual users and tech enthusiasts.
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
How to Get CNIC Information System with Paksim Ga.pptxdanishmna97
Pakdata Cf is a groundbreaking system designed to streamline and facilitate access to CNIC information. This innovative platform leverages advanced technology to provide users with efficient and secure access to their CNIC details.
Encryption in Microsoft 365 - ExpertsLive Netherlands 2024Albert Hoitingh
In this session I delve into the encryption technology used in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview. Including the concepts of Customer Key and Double Key Encryption.
Generative AI Deep Dive: Advancing from Proof of Concept to ProductionAggregage
Join Maher Hanafi, VP of Engineering at Betterworks, in this new session where he'll share a practical framework to transform Gen AI prototypes into impactful products! He'll delve into the complexities of data collection and management, model selection and optimization, and ensuring security, scalability, and responsible use.
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
A report by thenetworkone and Kurio.
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3. "overcoming harsh constraints by
improvising an effective solution using
limited resources - HBR"
Jugaad
Pictures by ourdelhistruggle.com
“an innovative fix or a simple work-
around, sometimes pejoratively used for
solutions that bend rules” Wikipedia
4. Hacking money
Hacking dignity
Hackingpersonal space
Picture by Eric Rose – 3 Girls in Amritsar, India
5. “I changed my father's style of working. I
started using better materials like
bleaching powder and Tinopol to give
good service. I will do a computer course
soon as it is essential in today’s world. I
face a lot of competition and hope to
use my phone and computer to offer
better services”
Raghu
LAUNDRY OWNER. 32 YEARS.
CHENNAI
HackingMONEY
6. “My friend says ‘knowledge is power’
and I say no it is your thinking that is
power. I am intelligent, I will not load my
mind with all the information, I will only
have internet so if I want something, I
will go to Google. Why do you have to
load your mind? You are there to create
new-new things not load your mind with
unwanted things”
SachinKawle
EXECUTIVE. 26 YEARS. BELGAUM
NEWLY MARRIED HackingMONEY
8. “I live for the day when people will be
forced to respect and admire me for
my achievements. I want to bring my
family out of poverty and improve our
social standing so that people treat us
with respect and dignity.”
I am eagle …. I am diamond …
NeelakshiDoshi
WORKING STUDENT. 21 YEARS. MUMBAI
Hacking DIGNITY
9. “Now the world is all about showing
off. Suppose I have many things today
but if I wear a torn saree, people feel
that I don’t have anything.
On the other hand even if I don’t have
food at home to eat but I wear a $10
saree carry a $4 purse, and hold a $50
or $60 mobile in my hand, people will
say that she has a good post and is
quite well-off”
Manisha Mane
DOMESTIC HELP. 48 YEARS. MUMBAI
Hacking DIGNITY
11. I’m extremely attached to my phone –
it is the ONLY thing that is ONLY mine.
It creates a space for me that is very
personal. I use it a lot to talk to my
husband who does night shifts. We SMS
each other too with sexy messages.
And I’m constantly on Facebook chat
with my brother and his fiancée, my old
school friends and all my cousins.
My mother-in-law has no idea!
Reetu
YOUNG BRIDE. 24 YEARS. DELHI
Hacking PERSONAL SPACE
What happens when a thousand oil cans decide to fly? This is a public art installation using grass roots ingenuity called Jugaad. It is a free-standing shade canopy spread over 70 square metres. It was created from 945 discarded oil cans by 90 villagers over a period of three months.
Art imitates life! In India, life’s a hack. We move from one hack to another with no conscious thought as we try and cope with our infrastructure and our systems which aren’t always keeping pace with our needs and desires. Many of you’ve heard my rants on Twitter and at my blog, as things don’t work as they should here! I’d go as far as to say that hacking is, in fact, an organizing principle for life in India. Requiring rapid adaptation, creativity and often some guile!
So, where does this come from … this almost innate Indian-style innovation.... often called Jugaad (not to be mistaken for the art installation). While it is quite the nom du jour among innovation and design experts, historically, it really is, in the words of Aditya Dev Sood, just a coping strategy borne out of a lack of options or limited resources. People are forced to organize their lives around these improvisations, as aspirations and dreams, are in dissonance, with infrastructure and service networks. It is about ingenuity in the face of adversity. It is about finding solutions.
No, I’m not talking about pedal-powered washing machines or diesel generator powered vehicles. I want to focus on a much more personal dimension…. of INDIA’s almost innate hacking culture. I’m going to introduce you to some people I’ve recently met in our research projects. These are people who are shaping India’s future. In sharing, I want to stimulate you to think differently in terms of how we might approach hacking….. As a generative and novel way…. Hacking life and living – rather than it being just about technology or infrastructure!
Raghu is a small laundry owner. He’s a guy that works from 6 am to 10 pm at night and does this 7 days a week. He doesn’t want his kids to be in this business. Today, Raghu’s livelihood is under threat from the big Laundromats. How can Raghu compete with them? As a business - service is now key. He will grab at anything that enables him to deliver on service – speed or personalization. How can cheap technologies help Raghu hack large businesses and make more money?
Sachin has big dreams. He’s come from the village, a farmer’s son, and is in a Tier 3 town, Belgaum. He’s on his way to Bangalore. He’s given up things to place himself in a new environment to open up opportunities – he now wants the city to come to him. How does he hack that … he feels this will happen by networking. We’ve all met him – he’s the kind of guy who’s willing to friend you anywhere, strike up a chat on yahoo or facebook, send you Hi 5’s, the first to exchange business cards. Many of India’s cities are made up of migrants like Sachin. Whether it’s the vegetable vendors, flower sellers, rickshaw wallas, painters, errand boys, or Executives like Sachin, with big dreams. How can we help Sachin hack into new networks? How is he hacking his persona and bigger self?
Linked to hacking money …. Is the notion of hacking the system. It’s an attitude here – you would be seen as stupid if you paid for original music or movies or software. You must have heard of the missed call syndrome where the ring, is, the communication. Kids download movies, music, videos using really cheap or free nighttime connectivity and share with their friends.CDs?? DRM?? Consider hacking “free”. Where could hacking free accelerate progress? Consider the collective in hacking free? The power of many?
Neelakshi works at an interior design training office and is allowed free classes as a result. She comes from a lower middle class family and has limited money and access. How does she make up for that? She’s looking to expand her knowledge and uses her creativity to give her an edge. She doesn’t have a PC. Money is really tight and yet she spends money on a Smartphone because she believes it will change her world. Example. she uses her mobile phone to access the internet and download pictures for class assignments. Or adds interesting frames to her pictures. Or uses the dictionary to learn new words. In the process, she gains respect (& sometimes resistance), and is able to delay her marriage. The hacks on her device give her power and presence beyond apparent means.
Manisha is a maid servant – she works at 4 homes seven days a week. She cleans, sweeps and swabs floors, cooks and gives massages to her memsaabs (babies). Not long ago she got a cell phone – most often it has no prepaid balance as she is out of money. But she receives calls. And uses SpeedDial buttons for her sons and daughters which she has memorized. Ever since she got her phone, she has started dressing smarter and she now carries a purse instead of a plastic bag. She says it makes her feel like a working woman and not a maid servant. The phone is also hacking her?
Can you imagine living in a 3 bedroom house with 2 brothers, your in-laws and your own young family? Where your husband’s young unmarried brothers and their parents all share one bedroom and you’re given use of the living room for your husband, yourself and the kids?
And finally, Meet Reetu … a young bride …. who has a crying need for her own space which she is constantly negotiating. In India, nothing is really personal. Also think of her young brother-in-law Pankaj, who’s sharing a room with his sibling and parents and still manages to flirt with his girlfriend on his GPRS enabled phone via FB chat. Neither Reetu nor Pankaj wish to use the common PC at home as it is too public!. Next time you pull out your mobile think about how it or you have used it to hack intimacy, claim a private moment, or bring someone closer to you. Then rethink life experiences and how we are hacking them as a result.
In sharing these little stories new issues and questions begin to emerge ….. …. Some that have occurred to me …. What new publics can it bring into the technology fold? What new behaviours does it enable? What new needs and desires are being stoked? How do these people manage both the private and their public or collective they belong to? How does technology anchor into this way of organizing life? Finally what happens when hacking becomes very personal, just about me, my life, and my money. How will you help me hack my future?As we often say in India … one step, no, ‘hack’, at a time!Thanks for listening!!