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Ask HN: How to Consult Part-Time as a Community College Instructorhttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42827612Hello. Back in the fall I made a career change from being an AI researcher working in industry to becoming a tenure-track computer science instructor at a community college. I am based in Silicon Valley; I did not relocate when I changed careers. I have a full teaching load during the fall and spring semesters where I teach introductory programming courses, discrete math, and data structures. However, I also have a one-month winter break and a 2.5-month summer break where I am not required to teach. I love my new career teaching computer science and I have no plans to return to industry.I am curious about doing part-time consulting during my breaks as a way for me to keep my practical skills up-to-date and also as a way of making extra money. I am wondering how I could get started as a part-time consultant, and what the market for consultants is like, particularly in the San Francisco Bay Area. Aside from AI, I have also done research in storage systems, and I have some software develoJan 26, 2025 4:04 AM
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U.N. and Congolese Troops Struggle to Halt Lightning Rebel Attackhttps://www.wsj.com/articles/u-n-and-congolese-troops-struggle-to-halt-lightning-rebel-attack-705b481cAid workers estimate as many as 300,000 people are fleeing advances by the Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group, which has taken two strategic towns on the approaches to Goma over the past several days.Jan 25, 2025 2:32 PM
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What Rick Barnes' advice is to Justin and Kim Caldwell as new parents to baby boyhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cba6157c34103ad0fe164d5e67638&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.yahoo.com%2Flifestyle%2Frick-barnes-advice-justin-kim-174712327.html&c=192479340207519287&mkt=en-usRick Barnes claims he has peppered parenting advice into Justin Caldwell for the past three months. Caldwell had a different claim when he came to Food City Center on Thursday for the first time since ...Jan 24, 2025 9:47 AM
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Show HN: Prism – An AI-Driven Generative Art System That Evolves over Timehttps://github.com/P-R-I-S-M-PROJECT/P.R.I.S.MHey HN,I’m excited to share PRISM, an open-source system we’ve been building that fuses multiple AI models (OpenAI, Anthropic, and FAL API) with Processing to create evolving geometric art and static images. The idea came from our fascination with how AI can generate new forms but often lacks a memory or evolutionary approach. PRISM aims to solve that by “remembering” past successes and failures and then adapting its creative approach over time + useful for automating batches and variations of specific styles of techniques with prompt adjusting.*Key Features:* - Multi-model AI Generation: Code and images produced by GPT-like models, Claude variants, and FAL Flux. - Evolutionary Memory: Each pattern generation is analyzed; successful techniques become more likely in future generations. - Processing Integration: Animations are rendered via Processing on Windows (with plans to expand cross-platform). - Interactive Menu System: Easy to navigate, choose models, generate single/batch patternJan 24, 2025 7:20 AM
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The ‘Squid Game’ I’ve Played These Games Before meme is for those who refuse to be playedhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8a221e45c349e0a63a2d3e0b85800f&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dailydot.com%2Five-played-these-games-before-meme&c=9931572878304355793&mkt=en-usThe first time the I've Played These Games Before scene saw the light of day was in the second trailer for season two of Squid Game. Released in October 2024, the moment comes at the 1:03 mark in the ...Jan 23, 2025 10:47 AM
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‘Presence’ horror movie director, Steven Soderbergh calls himself ‘cockroach of industry’: ‘I can survive any…’http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d3652504444d885be7113164bf28e&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.livemint.com%2Fnews%2Ftrends%2Fpresence-horror-movie-director-steven-soderbergh-calls-himself-cockroach-of-industry-i-can-survive-any-11737615606949.html&c=14967210812998480639&mkt=en-us‘Presence’ horror movie director Steven Soderbergh has called himself as the 'cockroach" of the film industry and expressed confidence that he can adapt and stay relevant with the changing demand of ...Jan 23, 2025 1:33 AM
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Ask HN: Good articles or books to understand the current zeitgeist?https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42799086My classical liberal outlook (with maybe a propensity to support higher quality regulations) has been seriously rocked over the past few years culminating of course in the elections last year and the outlooks of elections to come (Trump, FPÖ, AfD, etc.)* It appears that the US and the world-at-large is moving towards an era of inward-looking nationalism, protectionism, and a return to the Great Powers carving up of the world. Where does this go?* My ability to empathize with the rise of the power of trollish dialog and rhetoric (see @elonmusk or @pmarca) and memes is fundamentally broken. What happened to Good Faith? Humility? Kindness?* What happened to the rule of law? Or even the veneer of accountability at some level?* What values do I pass on to the next generation? Those of having careful principles that you defend and practice or a cynical view of "getting what you can" because everyone's doing it at every level of society?Do I lean into philosophy? Or history? Or something elseJan 23, 2025 12:26 AM
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NASA Glenn Helps Bring Joy to Children in Needhttps://www.nasa.gov/general/nasa-glenn-helps-bring-joy-to-children-in-need/NASA’s Glenn Research Center continued a decades-long tradition of participating in the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program during the 2024 holiday season. On Dec. 9, members of the Marine Corps Reserve (3rd Battalion, 25th Marines) picked up 11 boxes of toys donated by employees from NASA Glenn’s facilities in Cleveland and Sandusky, Ohio. The […]Jan 22, 2025 1:02 PM
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The 15+ Best Bedding Sets On Sale for Every Type of Sleeperhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d159ab2c54278a0a353aa6d2d66bb&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hollywoodreporter.com%2Flifestyle%2Fshopping%2Fbest-bedding-sets-1235371106%2F&c=4825261103516062274&mkt=en-usFrom Hollywood-loved luxury linens for hot sleepers to affordable picks for kids and college students, these comforter bundles and sheet sets ensure a restful night for all. By Jamie Ballard, Danielle ...Jan 22, 2025 6:17 AM
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Isabella Strahan Shares Why She Doesn’t Live in Fear After Brain Cancer Journeyhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cd6b9c7ae413ea20fd1524a6e15b1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eonline.com%2Fnews%2F1412449%2Fisabella-strahan-shares-why-she-doesnt-live-in-fear-after-brain-cancer-journey&c=6041465295665552059&mkt=en-usIsabella Strahan is taking things one step at a time. Over a year after being diagnosed with medulloblastoma—a type of brain cancer—the now 20-year-old daughter of Michael Strahan has been cancer free ...Jan 22, 2025 4:20 AM
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On Chasing Shadows: A New Exploration of Uranushttps://www.spacescout.info/2025/01/on-chasing-shadows-a-new-exploration-of-uranus/At the December 2024 annual meeting of the American Geophysical Union (AGU24), NASA provided updates on the status of NASA’s upcoming Uranus Flagship mission and the precursor projects that will enable it.Jan 21, 2025 5:41 PM
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William K. “Bill” Pero, OBITUARYhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d53d2ddea4fc0968a10e599ef236e&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bostonherald.com%2Fobituaries%2Fwilliam-k-bill-pero-boston-ma%2F&c=5700264148384459361&mkt=en-usLate of Ladder 7, Retired. Funeral from P.E. Murray – F.J. Higgins, George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 2000 Centre St., West Roxbury, Wednesday, January 22nd. Visiting hours are 3-7Pm. Funeral ...Jan 20, 2025 9:05 PM
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Trump Fully Endorses Astronauts on Mars in Inaugural Addresshttps://spacepolicyonline.com/news/trump-fully-endorses-astronauts-on-mars-in-inaugural-address/In his inaugural address today, President Donald Trump fully endorsed the goal of putting American astronauts on Mars. His interest in human Mars exploration is not new and he did […]Jan 20, 2025 6:47 PM
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China performs high altitude reusable rocket test with uncertain outcomehttps://spacenews.com/china-performs-high-altitude-reusable-rocket-test-with-uncertain-outcome/HELSINKI — A Chinese state-owned company performed a rocket flight aimed at testing reentry and landing burns late Saturday without announcing the outcome. The Longxing-2 test article lifted off at […] The post China performs high altitude reusable rocket test with uncertain outcome appeared first on SpaceNews.Jan 20, 2025 9:08 AM
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Justin Caldwell, Lady Vols' Kim Caldwell's husband, hired to Tennessee basketball staffhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8cba6157c34103ad0fe164d5e67638&url=https%3A%2F%2Fsports.yahoo.com%2Fjustin-caldwell-lady-vols-kim-160247090.html&c=11696188885942735173&mkt=en-usJustin Caldwell is joining the Tennessee men's basketball staff as the player development coordinator, the school announced Friday. Caldwell brings 11 years of college coaching experience to coach ...Jan 20, 2025 8:46 AM
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Show HN: AI check-in app for people living alonehttps://assureokay.comI made https://AssureOkay.com the smart check-in app that gives solo dwellers peace of mind.Our AI assistant calls you daily for a quick chat to confirm you're safe, and automatically alerts your emergency contacts if needed.Help with independent living while keeping your loved ones worry-free. Simple, non-intrusive, and reliable - because everyone deserves to feel secure living alone.Jan 19, 2025 7:39 PM
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FAA investigating Starship debris reportshttps://spacenews.com/faa-investigating-starship-debris-reports/The FAA says it is investigating reports that debris from the failed Starship test flight landed, and caused property damage in, the Turks and Caicos. The post FAA investigating Starship debris reports appeared first on SpaceNews.Jan 19, 2025 12:00 AM
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Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Independent Assessmenthttps://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/hydrogen-sulfide-h2s-independent-assessment/NASA’s Office of the Chief Health and Medical Officer (OCHMO) assembled a small working group to review hydrogen sulfide (H2S) Spacecraft Maximum Allowable Concentration (SMAC) values. The group met virtually three times during February and March 2023, and panel members submitted individual opinion statements in April 2023. Toxicology subject matter experts were chosen to result in a balanced panel with respect to expertise in SMAC determinations and specific H2S considerations, from both clinical and epidemiological perspectives. Panel members were Dr. Terry Gordon, Dr. Tee Guidotti, and Dr. Joyce Tsuji; OCHMO team members who facilitated the discussions were Dr. Doug Ebert, Dave Francisco, Sarah Childress, Kristin Coffey, and Kim Lowe.Jan 17, 2025 8:26 PM
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35 Years Ago: NASA Selects its 13th Group of Astronautshttps://www.nasa.gov/history/35-years-ago-nasa-selects-its-13th-group-of-astronauts/On Jan. 17, 1990, NASA announced the selection of its 13th group of astronaut candidates. The diverse group comprised 23 candidates – seven pilots and 16 mission specialists. The group included one African American, one Asian American, and five women including the first female pilot and the first Hispanic woman. Following one year of astronaut […]Jan 17, 2025 1:34 PM
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Torus Power Highlights the Importance of Isolated Power at Lightapalooza 2025http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a8d0922bb4347bfa332e521c5b04d1f&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twice.com%2Fthe-wire%2Ftorus-power-highlights-the-importance-of-isolated-power-at-lightapalooza-2025&c=6605944500256096278&mkt=en-usTORONTO, ON, CANADA (January 16, 2025) – Torus Power Inc. proudly joins the Lightapalooza 2025 exhibit hall, emphasizing to attendees the importance of clean, stable electrical voltage to the ...Jan 17, 2025 11:27 AM
