... and the user refuses to allow me to code the tool in Python I've found that putting everything in VBA is a great rule of thumb to protect the users from themseles- no formulas on the spreadsheet, at most static, locked data as a way to store configuration. Be sure to incorporate a custom set of error handling that allows the code to be easier to debug. Make the macro fire upon opening with user-friendly set of forms that allow whatever parameters (file upload, settings, ect). Output calculated data to a new spreadsheet and close the macro when it's done so that user doesn't have a chance to alter the macro.
So, in otherwords using VBA and ditch the spreadsheet helps a ton.
All of that said... I'd still rather be using Python, R, Javascript or anything else over VBA.
At the age of 6 my father gave me a 486SX/2 for my birthday that he had built from spare parts. I had always been somewhat interested in computers (and all things science) and I guess this just helped me along. At this time the 486SX/2 was a bit behind already at this point, but that was exactly what helped me get where I am today with my understanding of computers.Over time I would want to do something on the computer, I would ask my father how to do it, he would tell me, and I would try until I accomplished what I set out to do. When I wanted sound, he showed me how to install a sound card, remove memory, and about personal safety as well as safety concerning the hardware. The next time I wanted to install hardware, I got some of his tools out and went to it with little trouble. When I would have an issue with the computer he would give me pointers on how to fix or diagnose an issue, but he would always let me figure it out. This has translated quiet well into other real world technological applications other than just computers and software.
As I got older he would take me to work with him during the summers. He worked in computer shop for a fairly big employer. They would tear down old machines and save the useful parts and surplus the rest, and so I would help out with that. The end result is got quiet efficient at changing out parts rapidly. They would also go on mass installation projects of hardware and software, so I would help do that as well. Over the years I have garnered much knowledge of computer hardware and software from my father. But I digress, and now to the point.
The point is this. You can give them a computer, but if they're not going to be allowed to tinker with it, make mistakes, and find solutions on their own or with a little hands off guidance, then they're going to learn little. If you give them a reason to keep their computer up and running (a computer game, talking to friends (though 7 sounds a bit young for that), videos) then they will take to it and learn as much as you will allow them.
Treat the grade school system like the private colleges claim to treat classes: reduce the class size and improve teacher quality. Technology isn't going to be some magic bullet that enlightens the children by itself. It will only be as good as the teacher and the attention they can provide on a case by case basis.
Well, it looks like I'll be giving Sprint some heavy consideration in the near future. Especially if Verizon changes my contract. Sprint seems to be the most Android friendly anyway, but from what I've seen their coverage is a bit lacking.
http://forum.videohelp.com/topic259354.html This article will tell you how to stream from VLC using a TV tuner (assuming you have one) to the Windows media player. The article is for an older version of VLC, but it should still work.
Perhaps this may be AMD/ATI's crack at the science rendering market that nVidia has locked down pretty well. If I remember right AMD/ATI released the specs on some of their cards for this kind of work, maybe developing this is a logical step for them in gaining this part of the market as well as a simple way to diversify their products by, counterintuitivly in a way I suppose, combining two of their markets.
It might be that nVidia doesn't even intend to use the overall PhysX stuff at all, but instead wants to tear it apart for the patents on specific design patents further optimization of their GPUs.
I wish they would remake Tron, the movie the quiet possibly inspired reboot...the "Tron 2.0" game ploy wasn't half bad, but alas it would seem Disney scrapped the project.
But until someone proves that being fat is either a person-to-person virus. Actually there are some viruses that have been linked to weight gain.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AD-36
Or perhaps the firmware will make that feature slightly below the taxation specs so that the average Joe can still use it and go searching for a way to improve their purchase since they know the feature is there.
...but where is a link to the paper or actual report? I just don't trust an interview as easily when it comes to scientific claims as I would the scientific data and whatever fallacies it may hold.
On another note, there have been plenty of studies already demonstrating how nutritionally bad fructose is bad for an individual. Here's a compilation I found awhile back of the cons of using fructose so widely in consumables: http://curezone.com/art/read.asp?ID=32&db=6&C0=17
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... and the user refuses to allow me to code the tool in Python I've found that putting everything in VBA is a great rule of thumb to protect the users from themseles- no formulas on the spreadsheet, at most static, locked data as a way to store configuration. Be sure to incorporate a custom set of error handling that allows the code to be easier to debug. Make the macro fire upon opening with user-friendly set of forms that allow whatever parameters (file upload, settings, ect). Output calculated data to a new spreadsheet and close the macro when it's done so that user doesn't have a chance to alter the macro.
So, in otherwords using VBA and ditch the spreadsheet helps a ton.
All of that said... I'd still rather be using Python, R, Javascript or anything else over VBA.
A drone that does selfies eh?
Just when you though selfie sticks were annoying...
The Python multitouch framework Kivy is quite nice for anyone that's looking to possibly do cross platform apps.
They're blocking Apply Pay and Google Wallet.
Good point. It sounds like this could almost fall under anticompeition/antitrust laws.
Turbines kill an insignificant number of birds by comparison with Windows .
We need to get rid of Windows . Who knew?
If Windows does that to birds, just think of what it's doing to the children!!!!! Microsoft should be tared and feathered for this!
...a failure to contain the magic smoke.
Yeah, so something like this:
http://xkcd.com/938/
One step closer to making myself a functional TARDIS...
At the age of 6 my father gave me a 486SX/2 for my birthday that he had built from spare parts. I had always been somewhat interested in computers (and all things science) and I guess this just helped me along. At this time the 486SX/2 was a bit behind already at this point, but that was exactly what helped me get where I am today with my understanding of computers.Over time I would want to do something on the computer, I would ask my father how to do it, he would tell me, and I would try until I accomplished what I set out to do. When I wanted sound, he showed me how to install a sound card, remove memory, and about personal safety as well as safety concerning the hardware. The next time I wanted to install hardware, I got some of his tools out and went to it with little trouble. When I would have an issue with the computer he would give me pointers on how to fix or diagnose an issue, but he would always let me figure it out. This has translated quiet well into other real world technological applications other than just computers and software.
As I got older he would take me to work with him during the summers. He worked in computer shop for a fairly big employer. They would tear down old machines and save the useful parts and surplus the rest, and so I would help out with that. The end result is got quiet efficient at changing out parts rapidly. They would also go on mass installation projects of hardware and software, so I would help do that as well. Over the years I have garnered much knowledge of computer hardware and software from my father. But I digress, and now to the point.
The point is this. You can give them a computer, but if they're not going to be allowed to tinker with it, make mistakes, and find solutions on their own or with a little hands off guidance, then they're going to learn little. If you give them a reason to keep their computer up and running (a computer game, talking to friends (though 7 sounds a bit young for that), videos) then they will take to it and learn as much as you will allow them.
Treat the grade school system like the private colleges claim to treat classes: reduce the class size and improve teacher quality. Technology isn't going to be some magic bullet that enlightens the children by itself. It will only be as good as the teacher and the attention they can provide on a case by case basis.
Locks just keep honest people honest.
Also, if you build it, someone will try to break it for the sheer joy or doing so. In this case it doesn't seem like much effort was required.
Perhaps a Faraday cage?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faraday_cage
Well, it looks like I'll be giving Sprint some heavy consideration in the near future. Especially if Verizon changes my contract. Sprint seems to be the most Android friendly anyway, but from what I've seen their coverage is a bit lacking.
http://forum.videohelp.com/topic259354.html
This article will tell you how to stream from VLC using a TV tuner (assuming you have one) to the Windows media player. The article is for an older version of VLC, but it should still work.
...can it run linux...
Perhaps this may be AMD/ATI's crack at the science rendering market that nVidia has locked down pretty well. If I remember right AMD/ATI released the specs on some of their cards for this kind of work, maybe developing this is a logical step for them in gaining this part of the market as well as a simple way to diversify their products by, counterintuitivly in a way I suppose, combining two of their markets.
It might be that nVidia doesn't even intend to use the overall PhysX stuff at all, but instead wants to tear it apart for the patents on specific design patents further optimization of their GPUs.
The solution to our problems globally and in Iraq... I'll take 3 to go please!
I guess this proves that the ACLU is really run by felons.
I wish they would remake Tron, the movie the quiet possibly inspired reboot...the "Tron 2.0" game ploy wasn't half bad, but alas it would seem Disney scrapped the project.
Or perhaps the firmware will make that feature slightly below the taxation specs so that the average Joe can still use it and go searching for a way to improve their purchase since they know the feature is there.
...but where is a link to the paper or actual report? I just don't trust an interview as easily when it comes to scientific claims as I would the scientific data and whatever fallacies it may hold.
On another note, there have been plenty of studies already demonstrating how nutritionally bad fructose is bad for an individual. Here's a compilation I found awhile back of the cons of using fructose so widely in consumables: http://curezone.com/art/read.asp?ID=32&db=6&C0=17
I hope these windows don't give a BSOD when they crash...I don't think I could handle it if they did.