Evangelizing Yourself
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Whitney Hess gives a presentation on how to evangelize yourself and share your message with others. She outlines three parts: sharing your message through blogging, public speaking, and using social media like Twitter; building a network both online and offline by connecting with others; and exuding confidence by focusing on strengths, taking risks, admitting mistakes, and being reliable. The overall message is that you need to promote yourself and your expertise in order to change the world.
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Its a given that much of our success as practitioners depends on our ability to foster meaningful relationships with our colleagues and customers. But what about our relationship with ourselves? When we ignore our emotions, act against our values, and become indifferent to our surroundings, we lose who we really are and run a much greater risk of not achieving our clients goals (and our own). In this talk, we'll explore how presence, adaptability, empathy, and influence can be our most effective design tools. And we'll address how to cultivate these qualities through intellectual, emotional, and physical practices we can integrate into our everyday routines.Design Principles: The Philopsohy of UX - Higher Ed Edition
Design Principles: The Philopsohy of UX - Higher Ed EditionWhitney Hess
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The document outlines design principles from various organizations and individuals. It discusses establishing principles to guide design work, including researching other principles, gathering goals and needs, and brainstorming with collaborators. Principles should be memorable, avoid conflicts, and help say "no" often. The document provides examples of principles from Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Burning Man, Starbucks and universities to show how principles can be tailored to different contexts. It also discusses when and how to use principles during a design process.DIY UX - Higher Ed
DIY UX - Higher EdWhitney Hess
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This document provides an overview of DIY user experience (UX) design techniques that organizations can use to improve their digital products and services without hiring external UX professionals. It discusses design research methods like user interviews and analytics to understand user needs. It also covers usability testing, A/B testing of design variations, and establishing a culture of continuous experimentation and iteration. The document emphasizes listening to users, using both qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions, testing designs, and completing the feedback loop to ensure ongoing improvements.Boxee NYC Meetup
Boxee NYC MeetupWhitney Hess
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The presentation we gave at the Boxee NYC Meetup on some of the exciting new features coming in the betaTwitter At Interaction09
Twitter At Interaction09Whitney Hess
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Twitter can be used at conferences to (1) connect with attendees, (2) find conference information quickly, and (3) participate in the "back-channel" discussion. The document discusses how Twitter was used at the Interaction 09 conference, including strategies for live-tweeting sessions, promoting the conference to non-attendees, and reflecting on the conference afterward. While session-specific hashtags saw little use, #ixd09 became the main conference hashtag, and the Twitter stream provided value for attendees and non-attendees during and after the event.Recently uploaded (20)
5 Must-Use AI Tools to Supercharge Your Productivity
5 Must-Use AI Tools to Supercharge Your Productivitycryptouniversityoffi
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5 Must-Use AI Tools to Supercharge Your Productivity!
AI is changing the game! From research to creativity and coding, here are 5 powerful AI tools you should try.
NotebookLM
NotebookLM Your AI Research Assistant
Organizes & summarizes notes
Generates insights from multiple sources
Ideal for students, researchers & writers
Boost your productivity with smarter note-taking!
Napkin.ai
ｨ Napkin.ai The Creativity Booster
Connects and organizes ideas
Perfect for writers, designers & entrepreneurs
Acts as your AI-powered brainstorming partner
Unleash your creativity effortlessly!
DeepSeek
DeepSeek Smarter AI Search
Delivers deeper & more precise search results
Analyzes large datasets for better insights
Ideal for professionals & researchers
Find what you needfaster & smarter!
ChatGPT
ChatGPT Your AI Chat Assistant
Answers questions, writes content & assists in coding
Helps businesses with customer support
Boosts learning & productivity
From content to codingChatGPT does it all!
Devin AI
Devin AI AI for Coders
Writes, debugs & optimizes code
Assists developers at all skill levels
Makes coding faster & more efficient
Let AI be your coding partner!
AI is transforming the way we work!Not a Kubernetes fan? The state of PaaS in 2025
Not a Kubernetes fan? The state of PaaS in 2025Anthony Dahanne
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Kubernetes won the containers orchestration war. But has it made deploying your apps easier?
Let's explore some of Kubernetes extensive app developer tooling, but mainly what the PaaS space looks like in 2025; 18 years after Heroku made it popular.
Is Heroku still around? What about Cloud Foundry?
And what are those new comers (fly.io, railway, porter.sh, etc.) worth?
Did the Cloud giants replace them all?10 FinTech Solutions Every Business Should Know!.pdf
10 FinTech Solutions Every Business Should Know!.pdf Yodaplus Technologies Private Limited
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FinTech is reshaping the way businesses handle payments, risk management, and financial operations. From AI-driven fraud detection to blockchain-powered security, the right FinTech solutions can streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve decision-making. This guide explores 10 essential FinTech tools that help businesses stay ahead in an increasingly digital economy.
Discover how digital payments, credit risk management, treasury solutions, AI, blockchain, and RegTech can enhance efficiency, security, and profitability.
Read now to learn how businesses are leveraging FinTech for smarter financial management!Combining Lexical and Semantic Search with Milvus 2.5
Combining Lexical and Semantic Search with Milvus 2.5Zilliz
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In short, lexical search is a way to search your documents based on the keywords they contain, in contrast to semantic search, which compares the similarity of embeddings. Well be covering:
Why, when, and how should you use lexical search
What is the BM25 distance metric
How exactly does Milvus 2.5 implement lexical search
How to build an improved hybrid lexical + semantic search with Milvus 2.5Teaching Prompting and Prompt Sharing to End Users.pptx
Teaching Prompting and Prompt Sharing to End Users.pptxMichael Blumenthal (Microsoft MVP)
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How to teach M365 Copilot and M365 Copilot Chat prompting to your colleagues. Presented at the Advanced Learning Institute's "Internal Communications Strategies with M365" event on February 27, 2025. Intended audience: Internal Communicators, User Adoption Specialists, IT.
Caching for Performance Masterclass: Caching Strategies
Caching for Performance Masterclass: Caching StrategiesScyllaDB
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Exploring the tradeoffs of common caching strategies and a look at the architectural differences.
- Which strategies exist
- When to apply different strategies
- ScyllaDB cache designWhat is Blockchain and How Can Blockchain Consulting Help Businesses.pdf
What is Blockchain and How Can Blockchain Consulting Help Businesses.pdf Yodaplus Technologies Private Limited
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This is a comprehensive guide explaining how blockchain technology works, its key features, and real-world applications in industries like finance, supply chain, and retail. Learn about different blockchain networks (public, private, and consortium) and the challenges businesses face in adopting blockchain. Discover how blockchain consulting can help businesses implement secure, transparent, and efficient solutions, reducing risks and optimizing operations. This guide is ideal for businesses exploring blockchain adoption and seeking expert guidance.Agentic AI: The 2025 Next-Gen Automation Guide
Agentic AI: The 2025 Next-Gen Automation GuideThoughtminds
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Introduction to Agentic AI: Explains how it differs from traditional automation and its ability to make independent decisions.
Comparison with Generative AI: A structured comparison between Generative AI (content creation) and Agentic AI (autonomous action-taking).
Technical Breakdown: Covers core components such as LLMs, reinforcement learning, and cloud infrastructure that power Agentic AI.
Real-World Use Cases (2025 & Beyond): Examines how Agentic AI is transforming industries like insurance, healthcare, retail, finance, and cybersecurity.
Business Impact & ROI: Discusses case studies from Unilever, FedEx, and more, showcasing cost savings and operational efficiency improvements.
Challenges & Risks: Highlights bias, security threats, regulatory compliance, and workforce reskilling as critical challenges in AI adoption.
5-Step Implementation Strategy: A practical roadmap to help organizations integrate Agentic AI seamlessly.
Future Predictions (2025-2030): Forecasts on AI-driven workforce evolution, industry disruptions, and the rise of Quantum AI.Revolutionizing Field Service: How LLMs Are Powering Smarter Knowledge Access...
Revolutionizing Field Service: How LLMs Are Powering Smarter Knowledge Access...Earley Information Science
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Revolutionizing Field Service with LLM-Powered Knowledge Management
Field service technicians need instant access to accurate repair information, but outdated knowledge systems often create frustrating delays. Large Language Models (LLMs) are changing the gameenhancing knowledge retrieval, streamlining troubleshooting, and reducing technician dependency on senior staff.
In this webinar, Seth Earley and industry experts Sanjay Mehta, and Heather Eisenbraun explore how LLMs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) are transforming field service operations. Discover how AI-powered knowledge management is improving efficiency, reducing downtime, and elevating service quality.
LLMs for Instant Knowledge Retrieval How AI-driven search dramatically cuts troubleshooting time.
Structured Data & AI Why high-quality, organized knowledge is essential for LLM success.
Real-World Implementation Lessons from deploying LLM-powered knowledge tools in field service.
Business Impact How AI reduces service delays, optimizes workflows, and enhances technician productivity.
Empower your field service teams with AI-driven knowledge access. Watch the webinar to see how LLMs are revolutionizing service efficiency.Transcript: AI in publishing: Your questions answered - Tech Forum 2025
Transcript: AI in publishing: Your questions answered - Tech Forum 2025BookNet Canada
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George Walkley, a publishing veteran and leading authority on AI applications, joins us for a follow-up to his presentation "Applying AI to publishing: A balanced and ethical approach". George gives a brief overview of developments since that presentation and answers attendees' pressing questions about AIs impact and potential applications in the book industry.
Link to recording and presentation slides: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/ai-in-publishing-your-questions-answered/
Presented by BookNet Canada on February 20, 2025 with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.16 KALALU鏝媜ご垂鏝乞 APARAMAHASAHASRA SIMHAMAHANKALKIADIPARASAKTIBH...
16 KALALU鏝媜ご垂鏝乞 APARAMAHASAHASRA SIMHAMAHANKALKIADIPARASAKTIBH...IT Industry
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What is FinTech A Complete Guide to Financial Technology.pdf
What is FinTech A Complete Guide to Financial Technology.pdf Yodaplus Technologies Private Limited
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It is an in-depth exploration of how technology is transforming the financial sector. Covering the evolution of FinTech from credit cards to AI-driven banking, this guide explains key innovations such as blockchain, DeFi, AI-powered assistants, and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Learn how FinTech is enhancing banking, lending, and payments through automation, data analytics, and decentralized solutions. Whether you're a financial professional or just curious about the future of digital finance, this guide offers valuable insights into the rapidly evolving FinTech landscape.Understanding & Utilizing SharePoint Advanced Management
Understanding & Utilizing SharePoint Advanced ManagementDrew Madelung
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Drew Madelung is a Cloud Solutions Architect and a Microsoft MVP for Office Apps and Services. He helps organizations realize what is possible with Microsoft 365 & Azure, onboard them in a secure and compliant way, and drive sustained adoption for those solutions. He is experienced in a range of technologies but specializes in the collaboration and teamwork workspaces such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. He has helped deploy Microsoft 365 to multiple global companies while rolling out modern information protection and information governance technologies. He has been doing Microsoft consulting for 10+ years with a strength in security & compliance solutions.Quantum Computing Quick Research Guide by Arthur Morgan
Quantum Computing Quick Research Guide by Arthur MorganArthur Morgan
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This is a Quick Research Guide (QRG).
QRGs include the following:
- A brief, high-level overview of the QRG topic.
- A milestone timeline for the QRG topic.
- Links to various free online resource materials to provide a deeper dive into the QRG topic.
- Conclusion and a recommendation for at least two books available in the SJPL system on the QRG topic.
QRGs planned for the series:
- Artificial Intelligence QRG
- Quantum Computing QRG
- Big Data Analytics QRG (coming 2025)
- Spacecraft Guidance, Navigation & Control QRG (coming 2026)
- UK Home Computing & The Birth of ARM QRG (coming 2027)
Any questions or comments?
- Please contact Arthur Morgan at art_morgan@att.net.
100% human made.William Maclyn Murphy McRae - A Seasoned Professional Renowned
William Maclyn Murphy McRae - A Seasoned Professional RenownedWilliam Maclyn Murphy McRae
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William Maclyn Murphy McRae, a logistics expert with 9+ years of experience, is known for optimizing supply chain operations and consistently exceeding industry standards. His strategic approach, combined with hands-on execution, has streamlined distribution processes, reduced lead times, and consistently delivered exceptional results.Kickstart Your QA: An Introduction to Automated Regression Testing Tools
Kickstart Your QA: An Introduction to Automated Regression Testing ToolsShubham Joshi
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For teams eager to elevate their quality assurance practices, this guide offers an introductory look at automated regression testing tools. In the realm of software development, regression tests are vital to ensuring that recent code changes dont inadvertently break existing functionality. This article demystifies how automated regression testing tools function and why theyre indispensable for maintaining software quality. It covers the basics of setting up automated tests, integrating these tests into your CI/CD pipelines, and choosing the right tool to match your projects needs. With clear explanations and actionable insights, youll discover how these tools help reduce manual testing burdens and catch bugs early. The guide also highlights common challenges beginners face and offers practical solutions to overcome them. Whether youre a QA professional or a developer stepping into the world of test automation, this resource will help you kickstart your journey toward more reliable, efficient, and scalable testing practices.
2025-02-24 - AWS meetup - Zilliz presentation.pdf
2025-02-24 - AWS meetup - Zilliz presentation.pdfIvan Tang
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Zilliz's presentation in AWS x Apache Doris meetup on 24th Feb 2025 in Singapore.
In this presentation, I shared a live demo on how you can outsource thinking and reasoning to Amazon Nova for generating a research report on any topic.
Code repo for live demo can be found here: https://github.com/zilliztech/deep-searcher
I've also shared about the hard tradeoffs you need to make when choosing vector indexes and lastly my top 5 favourite features of Zilliz Cloud.Getting Started with AWS - Enterprise Landing Zone for Terraform Learning & D...
Getting Started with AWS - Enterprise Landing Zone for Terraform Learning & D...Chris Wahl
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Recording: https://youtu.be/PASG0NTKUQA?si=1Ih7O9z0Lk0IzX9n
Welcome innovators! In this comprehensive tutorial, you will learn how to get started with AWS Cloud and Terraform to build an enterprise-like landing zone for a secure, low-cost environment to develop with Terraform. We'll guide you through setting up AWS Control Tower, Identity and Access Management, and creating a sandbox account, ensuring you have a safe and controlled area for learning and development. You'll also learn about budget management, single sign-on setup, and using AWS organizations for policy management. Plus, dive deep into Terraform basics, including setting up state management, migrating local state to remote state, and making resource modifications using your new infrastructure as code skills. Perfect for beginners looking to master AWS and Terraform essentials!What is Blockchain and How Can Blockchain Consulting Help Businesses.pdf
What is Blockchain and How Can Blockchain Consulting Help Businesses.pdf Yodaplus Technologies Private Limited
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Revolutionizing Field Service: How LLMs Are Powering Smarter Knowledge Access...
Revolutionizing Field Service: How LLMs Are Powering Smarter Knowledge Access...Earley Information Science
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What is FinTech A Complete Guide to Financial Technology.pdf
What is FinTech A Complete Guide to Financial Technology.pdf Yodaplus Technologies Private Limited
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