9 hours ago, paco said:

The whole staff needs to go.

Is anyone else really getting sick of all of the Travis Kelce commercials?

Just booked Disney World for the summer.  Sheesh.  This vacation is going to cost me 50% more than I paid for my 1st brand new car.

On 1/22/2024 at 4:39 PM, The_Omega said:

Just booked Disney World for the summer.  Sheesh.  This vacation is going to cost me 50% more than I paid for my 1st brand new car.

Was your first car a Yugo?

After social media threats about missed field goal, thousand are pouring in to Tyler Bass cat charity.

https://www.yahoo.com/sports/fans-support-bills-tyler-bass-with-thousands-in-donations-to-cat-rescue-group-144717001.html

My 2 cents.......

 

Eagles fan.  After the snowballs, I feel we are kindred spirts with Bills Mafia.  But they work better with batteries, n00bs.

 

FYP.  

i think i'm gonna learn to code!   how difficult could it possibly be?   

12 minutes ago, mr_hunt said:

i think i'm gonna learn to code!   how difficult could it possibly be?   

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13 minutes ago, mr_hunt said:

i think i'm gonna learn to code!   how difficult could it possibly be?   

Also, you can use bard to help you generate simple functions.  I just tested:

"write a hello world function in java"

and got

public class HelloWorld {

    public static void main(String[] args) {
        System.out.println("Hello, World!");
    }

}

 

So... you've already been replaced.

@mr_hunt

If you are doing real coding, this site will be your best friend

https://stackoverflow.com/

15 minutes ago, paco said:

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just looking to learn the basics right now...and if my old brain can absorb the info & i enjoy it, possibly consider a career change down the road. i'm getting tired of my boring job.

i looked at some online resources like codecademy just to get an idea of what to expect & that's as far as i've gone so far. i basically know nothing about coding, so idk how realistic any of this is. 

5 minutes ago, mr_hunt said:

just looking to learn the basics right now...and if my old brain can absorb the info & i enjoy it, possibly consider a career change down the road. i'm getting tired of my boring job.

i looked at some online resources like codecademy just to get an idea of what to expect & that's as far as i've gone so far. i basically know nothing about it right now, so idk how realistic any of this is. 

Understood but what focus\language are you looking at?  

 

Personally I have found that, for the most part, once you learn on language, you can pick up other languages fairly easily.  

 

Edit: I never used it, but Khan Academy has free courses.  JavaScript and Python are both very desirable skills and they offer classes for both.  JavaScript has gone from a cute add on to help web pages to being used in Big Data solutions (and Python has been built for that).

29 minutes ago, paco said:

Understood but what focus\language are you looking at?  

 

Personally I have found that, for the most part, once you learn on language, you can pick up other languages fairly easily.  

 

Edit: I never used it, but Khan Academy has free courses.  JavaScript and Python are both very desirable skills and they offer classes for both.  JavaScript has gone from a cute add on to help web pages to being used in Big Data solutions (and Python has been built for that).

i'm still trying to figure out the proper order/path. from the little bit i read on codecademy, they suggested html/css first...then java...then python. 

i'll definitely check out khan academy...it was on a list of sites i found that offer a combo of free & paid courses. 

5 minutes ago, mr_hunt said:

i'm still trying to figure out the proper order/path. from the little bit i read on codecademy, they suggested html/css first...then java...then python. 

i'll definitely check out khan academy...it was on a list of sites i found that offer a combo of free & paid courses. 

Good deal.

 

HTML\CSS is very specialized.  Java would be a good baseline since it translates to a lot of different languages.  Even though it's object based, the structure works well for scripting laguages.

1 hour ago, paco said:

Good deal.

 

HTML\CSS is very specialized.  Java would be a good baseline since it translates to a lot of different languages.  Even though it's object based, the structure works well for scripting laguages.

do you think it would be realistic for a total noob to jump right into python first?  

 

22 minutes ago, mr_hunt said:

do you think it would be realistic for a total noob to jump right into python first?  

 

Similar level of difficulty as learning Java, Javascript, etc IMO. There is a learning curve to overcome for any of those, but once you get one you can jump to the others pretty easily.

 

And I honestly don't think learning HTML first would then help you move to any of those to be honest. That's not to say don't do HTML first, do whatever, I just don't think they translate.

 

Edit: The ONLY way learning HTML can help ease you into other programming languages is if you learn HTML then Cold Fusion, and pretty much no one uses that  

3 minutes ago, paco said:

Similar level of difficulty as learning Java, Javascript, etc IMO. There is a learning curve to overcome for any of those, but once you get one you can jump to the others pretty easy.

 

And I honestly don't think learning HTML first would then help you move to any of those to be honest. That's not to say don't do HTML first, do whatever, I just don't think they translate.

thanks!  i appreciate the info because i have no idea what the hell i'm doing yet.   but who knows...once i get trained up, maybe we can work together and eventually become best buds irl, start hanging out & maybe even make a batch of homemade applesauce together. 

19 minutes ago, mr_hunt said:

thanks!  i appreciate the info because i have no idea what the hell i'm doing yet.   but who knows...once i get trained up, maybe we can work together and eventually become best buds irl, start hanging out & maybe even make a batch of homemade applesauce together. 

 

 

Sounds good.  Really, just pick one and try to be competent in it first before branching out.  Most learning paths will ease you in to it.  First doing a simple hello world app, then creating variables, then if statements, then loops and arrays and functions....

10 hours ago, Redden said:

After social media threats about missed field goal, thousand are pouring in to Tyler Bass cat charity.

https://www.yahoo.com/sports/fans-support-bills-tyler-bass-with-thousands-in-donations-to-cat-rescue-group-144717001.html

My 2 cents.......

 

good one, McDonalds.....

3 hours ago, mr_hunt said:

i think i'm gonna learn to code!   how difficult could it possibly be?   

 

3 hours ago, paco said:

Details

 

3 hours ago, paco said:

Also, you can use bard to help you generate simple functions.  I just tested:

"write a hello world function in java"

and got

public class HelloWorld {

    public static void main(String[] args) {
        System.out.println("Hello, World!");
    }

}

 

So... you've already been replaced.

 

2 hours ago, paco said:

@mr_hunt

If you are doing real coding, this site will be your best friend

https://stackoverflow.com/

 

2 hours ago, mr_hunt said:

just looking to learn the basics right now...and if my old brain can absorb the info & i enjoy it, possibly consider a career change down the road. i'm getting tired of my boring job.

i looked at some online resources like codecademy just to get an idea of what to expect & that's as far as i've gone so far. i basically know nothing about coding, so idk how realistic any of this is. 

 

2 hours ago, paco said:

Understood but what focus\language are you looking at?  

 

Personally I have found that, for the most part, once you learn on language, you can pick up other languages fairly easily.  

 

Edit: I never used it, but Khan Academy has free courses.  JavaScript and Python are both very desirable skills and they offer classes for both.  JavaScript has gone from a cute add on to help web pages to being used in Big Data solutions (and Python has been built for that).

 

2 hours ago, mr_hunt said:

i'm still trying to figure out the proper order/path. from the little bit i read on codecademy, they suggested html/css first...then java...then python. 

i'll definitely check out khan academy...it was on a list of sites i found that offer a combo of free & paid courses. 

 

2 hours ago, paco said:

Good deal.

 

HTML\CSS is very specialized.  Java would be a good baseline since it translates to a lot of different languages.  Even though it's object based, the structure works well for scripting laguages.

 

51 minutes ago, mr_hunt said:

do you think it would be realistic for a total noob to jump right into python first?  

 

 

32 minutes ago, paco said:

Similar level of difficulty as learning Java, Javascript, etc IMO. There is a learning curve to overcome for any of those, but once you get one you can jump to the others pretty easily.

 

And I honestly don't think learning HTML first would then help you move to any of those to be honest. That's not to say don't do HTML first, do whatever, I just don't think they translate.

 

Edit: The ONLY way learning HTML can help ease you into other programming languages is if you learn HTML then Cold Fusion, and pretty much no one uses that  

 

23 minutes ago, paco said:

 

 

Sounds good.  Really, just pick one and try to be competent in it first before branching out.  Most learning paths will ease you in to it.  First doing a simple hello world app, then creating variables, then if statements, then loops and arrays and functions....

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print("be quiet, redneck")

 

ChatGPT, Write me a story about Mr Hunt from NEPA (who looks like Rocky Dennis) learning how to code, which leads to a bromance between he and Paco from the Eagles Message Board. Then they make applesauce together

Quote

In the quiet town of Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA), there lived a man named Mr. Hunt. With his distinct resemblance to Rocky Dennis, he was an individual who stood out in the close-knit community. Mr. Hunt had an undying passion for technology and computers, a passion that led him to embark on a journey to learn how to code.

As Mr. Hunt delved into coding classes at the local community center, he encountered a fellow enthusiast named Paco. Paco was a dedicated member of the Eagles Message Board, where fans of the Philadelphia Eagles gathered to discuss their favorite team. Though they came from different worlds, Mr. Hunt and Paco found common ground in their love for coding and the Eagles.

The two men quickly formed a unique bromance, spending hours discussing coding challenges, football strategies, and sharing their dreams. As they navigated the complexities of coding together, their friendship grew stronger, transcending the boundaries of their outward appearances.

One day, after a particularly challenging coding session, Mr. Hunt and Paco decided to take a break and explore another shared interest – making applesauce. They discovered an old apple orchard on the outskirts of town and decided it was the perfect place to gather fresh apples for their culinary endeavor.

Armed with baskets, Mr. Hunt and Paco roamed the orchard, plucking the ripest apples they could find. Laughter filled the air as they exchanged stories and bonded over their shared experiences. The apples, a mix of sweet and tart varieties, were the perfect ingredients for their joint venture.

Back at Mr. Hunt's modest kitchen, the duo rolled up their sleeves and began the process of making applesauce. They peeled, cored, and chopped the apples, filling the room with the enticing aroma of cinnamon and warmth. The rhythmic chopping sounds harmonized with their laughter, creating a symphony of camaraderie.

As the applesauce simmered on the stove, Mr. Hunt and Paco sat back, reflecting on the unexpected friendship that had blossomed between them. Their shared love for coding and the Eagles had brought them together, and now, as they stirred the bubbling pot of applesauce, they realized that sometimes the most meaningful connections arise from the unlikeliest of places.

Finally, the applesauce was ready, a delicious blend of flavors that mirrored the harmony of their newfound friendship. Mr. Hunt and Paco enjoyed the fruits of their labor, savoring the sweet and tangy concoction that symbolized the bond they had created through coding, football, and a shared love for life's simple pleasures.

In the heart of NEPA, Mr. Hunt and Paco's bromance continued to flourish, proving that true connections can transcend appearances and backgrounds. And so, in their quiet town, the unlikely friendship between Mr. Hunt and Paco became a testament to the magic that happens when kindred spirits find each other, even in the most unexpected places.

 

 

 

 

filling the room with the enticing aroma of cinnamon and warmth     

 

idk why but that part got me   

Problem with ChatGPT is it's lack of AI governance, so it steals a lot of copyrighted material.

 

Quote

their friendship grew stronger, transcending the boundaries of their outward appearances.

Mr. Hunt and Paco decided to take a break and explore another shared interest

The rhythmic chopping sounds harmonized with their laughter, creating a symphony of camaraderie.

Mr. Hunt and Paco sat back, reflecting on the unexpected friendship that had blossomed between them. 

Mr. Hunt and Paco enjoyed the fruits of their labor, savoring the sweet and tangy concoction that symbolized the bond they had created