Macs and Emacs
A guide to configuring Emacs on macOS, covering package management, installation options, and necessary configuration adjustments for Mac compatibility.
Emacs as a Python IDE
A comprehensive tutorial on configuring Emacs as a powerful Python IDE with plugins for code completion, IPython integration, and aesthetic customization.
Absolute Beginner's Guide to Emacs
A comprehensive beginner's guide to Emacs that covers basic concepts, keyboard shortcuts, buffer management, text manipulation, and other essential commands for new Emacs users.
Saving figures from pyplot
A Python utility function for saving matplotlib figures.
The Demise of For Loops
NumPy and list comprehensions are often better alternatives to traditional for loops in Python, particularly for scientific computing, with examples and performance comparisons.
An Introduction to Classes and Inheritance (In Python)
A tutorial that introduces Python classes and inheritance concepts through practical examples using a pet management system, explaining core OOP concepts like classes, instances, and inheritance.
In Search of the Perfect Email Solution
A detailed exploration of various email solutions, culminating in a custom Gmail IMAP + offlineimap + Dovecot + Thunderbird setup with specific plugins to achieve desired features.
Asking Good Questions (To Receive Great Answers)
A guide to effectively asking questions in the hacker community, emphasizing research, detailed information, and proper etiquette.
A Brief Update, and Why Numpy is Awesome
A discussion of how NumPy's matrix operations can dramatically improve performance when generating stable block towers in 3D environments, compared to traditional loop-based approaches.
Social Problems in Computer Science
The post discusses how elitism in computer science, rather than direct sexism, creates barriers for newcomers, particularly affecting women due to confidence differences, and suggests ways to make the tech community more welcoming.