You can now download the source code that sparked the AI boom
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You can now download the source code that sparked the AI boom
Posted by Michael Levin on March 25, 2025 at 4:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Learning about artificial intelligence? You may find this interesting.
https://arstechnica.com/ai/2025/03/you-can-now-download-the-source-code-that-sparked-the-ai-boom/
50% Keyboard Guide: Tiny Typists' Delight
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Introduction to Compact Keyboards
Welcome to the world of compact keyboards! These small form factor keyboards are a game-changer when it comes to saving space and typing on the go. Whether you're a student, a professional, or a casual user, compact keyboards offer convenience and portability like never before.
What are Compact Keyboards?
Compact keyboards are smaller versions of traditional keyboards. They come in various…
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We have some exciting news to share with you. Otavio will be joining us to discuss the latest version of Camel in an exclusive presentation. Presentation Details: Speaker: Otavio Rodolfo Piske Topic:…
Posted by Michael Levin on September 2, 2023 at 9:21am 0 Comments 0 Likes
We have some exciting news to share with you. Otavio will be joining us to discuss the latest version of Camel in an exclusive presentation.
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Speaker: Otavio Rodolfo Piske
Topic: Camel 4:What to Expect
Date: 07 September 2023
Time: 19:00 Ist Time
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Register URL : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/700456483197
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Java books for any library 5 Replies
What books should be on the bookshelf of EVERY Java programmer, no matter what specific technologies they are working on?The two that come to my mind areThinking in JavaJava Concurrency in PracticeWhat else am I missing?Continue
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I am new to Android. I have been working thru some examples in a book called Head First Android Development. I entered a small program using fragments and get a Casting Error.cannot cast andoid.app.fragment to…Continue
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My name is Rob Sobol.I have been working through a book called Head First Android Development.I hit a syntax error in a simple exercise that uses one fragment. I have been trying to figure out the error for days. I am hoping some in the forum can…Continue
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