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MacOS, Spotify, Chrome, & Media Keys
This is primarily a note to my future self, since I run into this issue once a year. Issue Description: When using my Macbook, I usually listen to Spotify. I often use the media key (Play/Pause button / F9) to control music playback in Spotify. If I also have a tab open in my browser…
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Eurozones: Creating an Interactive Map with .NET
UPDATE: I created a standalone app for this concept; see the project page As a new resident of Europe, I wanted to better understand why nations like Denmark are members of the European Union but do not use the Euro for currency. While looking into this more, I learned about other complicated memberships like Schengen,…
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Four easy ways to use Text-To-Speech for Retro projects
Are you looking for some ways to generate a robotic sounding voice? Whether for a game, a movie, accessibility, or just for fun, you can use these quick tips to help you find the right electronic voice for your project. TTS Generators on the Web There are several online apps that can generate audio in…
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Building a DR SBAITSO Text to Speech App
I want a web interface for a Dr. Sbaitso TTS, so that I can use the doc’s voice for fun. I was recently inspired by two beautiful pieces of content. First, content creator nSanity, best known for the Travelling Salesman animation on Youtube, produced an incredible music video capturing the creation of a 3D printed…
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IoT Blinking LED demo
A couple months ago, I was messing with one of my kid’s toys: it was a small, cheap kaleidoscope shaped like a camera, made of wood and plastic. Pressing the shutter button made it chirp and flash as if a photo were being taken. After a while it stopped working, so I assumed I needed…
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Embracing the Instant: A Programmer’s Ode to Instant Coffee
[Warning: obligatory blogger’s coffee post] In the rushed days of DevOps deadlines and coding tasks, finding the perfect cup of coffee quickly becomes more than just a morning ritual — it becomes a necessity. As a programmer constantly balancing focus and time constraints, the quest for convenience without sacrificing quality led me to an unexpected…
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5 Advantages of Reading E-Books on a Kobo Reader
I’ve always been a casual reader, but some years ago I was gifted the Kobo Clara HD e-reader, which has made a big impact on my reading habits. While a good old fashioned paperback can never be beat, reading on the Kobo is great for a bunch of reasons. Read in the Dark Have you…