A Thing That AI Could Actually Help With

I-35 through part of Iowa via Google Maps

Most of the “AI” and LLM things that dominate the zeitgeist lately are not designed to help people, contrary to the hype. They are designed to make filthy rich people richer, at any cost to society. So the lies about what they can actually do, told to the ignorant, are of malicious intent.

Put Up QR Code Signs For Curious Neighbors

Proof positive that putting the QR code signs on the wall of my shed was not a complete waste of effort.

If they’re curious about the #Mammotion #Luba2 robotic mower slowly scooting across the lawn, I’d enthusiastically help some other overworked fella realize that the amount of time & effort saved by not needing to mow every weekend is absolutely worth a couple grand, easily.

Sexism In The Age Of Cholera… or is it Covid?

Anytime I’m going to be within 10 feet of people other than my wife, I wear a 3m 8210 N95 mask. It has two real straps that go around my head, holding it tightly to my face all the way around. Does it mess up my hair? Sure. I don’t fucking care. I need to not get Covid-19, so STFU.