![]() You can customize this request by updating Auth, check out Headers and Body sections. You should be greeted with this response. To initiate a request, click on "Send" button. This is seen every time you click on New Request button. You should see a GET request set to /welcome endpoint on Thunder Client's website. Click on it or alternatively press Ctrl + Shift + R on the keyboard.Ĭlick on New Request on the top to get started with a request. After installation, you should see a new tab with lightening bolt icon on the left.Search for "thunder client" and install the extension as seen below. It's pretty lightweight, works just like Postman, supports import/export and didn't require installing as an another application. I found Thunder Client extension for Visual Studio Code to be an excellent replacement for a simple REST API testing tool. This led me to a web search for "alternatives to Postman" on a weekend and I was astounded to learn about a VSCode extension that fits my (simpler) needs perfectly. I remember when Google Chrome deprecated Chrome Apps in favor of PWA or Progressive Web Apps however many apps had to resort to Electron since PWA just wasn't enough. My usage of Postman remained exclusively to test REST APIs and as such I didn't need fancier cloud stuff or any other features it provides really. BackgroundĪfter using Postman for testing REST APIs over the years, I felt it became heavy with all new features it had received over the years. Looking forward for your response.I was looking for alternatives for Postman which didn't require installing yet another Electron app and found a handy tool that can become part of VSCode. Please consider contributing and share the love with a text, tweet or talk. I believe your contributions to the project on GitHub will be an asset for us. Making it popular or should I say, letting people know that there exists a service that has everything for API testing and its free and open source. Adding essential features such as workspace sharing, auth, collections etc and encouraging people to use it. I made it fully transparent, we don't even do analytics, logging or accept any user/client informations. Later, I came to know that there are thousands of projects which even sounds similar and does pretty much the same thing.Ĭurrently, we don't have a backend at all. Thanks for your suggestions on legal issues. You can DM me here or I'm available on Twitter you liked the project. I would love have a conversation with you. □ Bonus: Hoppscotch is in dark mode □ Demo □ ~History~ UPDATE: Added History support.GET, PUT, POST, DELETE, OPTIONS (more coming soon)įeatures planned for near future for which I need your help. ![]() Send requests to verify your API is ready for launch.The Hoppscotch API request builder helps you create your requests faster, saving precious time on your development. That's why I created my own API request builder with pure JavaScript (I used Vue.js) + HTML + CSS □ĭid I mention this service is all free of charge and 100% open source? Yes, It's free and always will be. But none of them seems simple, minimal, and efficient. When I did a background check on API request builders, Postman offered various Plans & Pricing, there were a lot of other API request builders based on cURL, etc. It needs more features and love which I hope we all can give by contributing on GitHub). That's how Hoppscotch was born (this is not at all an alternative to Postman - yet, it does the job very beautifully and minimally. From that moment onwards, I wanted to make an API testing platform which is: I use a low-end PC and can't possibly afford to run another Electron app. Postman has separate builds targeted to each operating system made with Electron. That's when I came across Postman API testing tool. The story behind Hoppscotch: The very first task I was assigned is an API integration of an old project. Story this far: I joined Zartek, which is a start-up based in Kochi, Kerala where I work as a full-stack developer.
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![]() You can find installation instructions for Miniconda on their website, but if you're using Linux (e.g. You can skip Miniconda entirely if you prefer and install Jupyter Lab directly, however, I prefer using it to manage other environments too. It is a small, bootstrap version of Anaconda that includes only conda, Python, the packages they depend on, and a small number of other useful packages, including pip, zlib and a few others. Miniconda is a free minimal installer for conda. then activate the new env: conda activate tf-gpu. These packages contain everything you need to run JupyterLab. Original story: open anaconda prompt, create a new env, say tf-gpu conda create -n tf-gpu. One approach I can recommend is to install and use Miniconda. conda install -c conda-forge -c plotly jupyter-dash. There are many different ways to get up and running with an environment that will facilitate our work. You can add R to Jupyter Notebook by typing the following command in the Anaconda Prompt: conda install -c r r-irkernel. We will write all of our code within a Jupyter Notebook, but you are free to use other IDEs.įigure 1 - A Jupyter Notebook being edited within Jupyter Lab. If you have Docker installed, you can install and use JupyterLab by selecting one of the many ready-to-run Docker images maintained by the Jupyter Team. We will be using Rust along with packages that will form our scientific stack, such as ndarray (for multi-dimensional containers) and plotly (for interactive graphing), etc. As such, we need the right tools and environments available in order to keep up with the examples and exercises. ![]() We are taking a practical approach in the following sections. ![]() For example, while in the city we stopped off at Macy’s at Harald Square, reportedly the largest department store in the world. In New York, many fashion stores and department stores allow dogs inside, at least well-behaved dogs. Check the events calendar on the website for the latest dates. While most dogs are not permitted to visit during regular visiting hours, only service dogs and invited demonstration dogs, there are frequent dog-friendly events when pet dogs are welcome, such as the regular Furry Friday evenings. Located at the American Kennel Club headquarters, the Museum of the Dog celebrates the role of dogs in society and explores the human-canine bond, through its collection of art and exhibits. Head to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, not far from the Brooklyn end of the Brooklyn Bridge, for some great alternative views of the Manhattan skyline. We left our dog in our apartment to head up the Rockefeller Centre when visiting NYC, but I later heard of a dog-friendly alternative. Not surprisingly, only service dogs are allowed up to the iconic observation decks of the Empire State Building and the Rockefeller Centre. Some of the cruise boat options in New York are also dog-friendly. At Staten Island you’ll need to disembark, but it’s possible to re-board the same ferry, making an hour-long round-trip. The trip to Staten Island takes half an hour. And I’ve had a lot of time to think about it.A great view of the Statue of Liberty from the ferry It’s a bit of a mess.”Įno said, “The idea that it would bring everything to a crashing halt is still hard for me to deal with. (The Hammerstein date was moved to May 6th.) “You add a week’s worth of salaries, hotels, bus costs, gas. “It’s turned into a very strange tour that may not end up being profitable,” Daniel said. A week later, during their first show back, in Chicago, he lost his voice-not COVID, the swab said-and they had to reschedule again. They turned around and isolated at their hotel. ![]() The next day, they were en route with the rest of Spoon in a van to “The Late Show” when a producer called to inform them that Eno and a bandmate had tested positive for COVID. Eno and Daniel hung around for a number, then went back to their hotel, to rest. The organ, a B-3, lives at the Cellar Dog. Across the room, some musicians were setting up. Daniel did the thing where you sit on the edge of the table and shoot behind your back. The balls had got cluttered up in a way that made almost any shot impossible. “What were the other fads?” Daniel asked. “Hmm, constant fallings out, right?” Daniel said. They’d been in bands together for thirty years, all but two in Spoon. Eno, dark-haired, stockier, with a hard-to-place George Clooney vibe around the eyes, had on black jeans, a black shirt, and a black denim jacket. The speakers were blasting DJ Drama: “Stop bein’ friendly to the fuckboys, stop bein’ friendly to the fuckboys.” Daniel racked, Eno broke.ĭaniel, blond, lean, and a little scruffy, had on gray jeans, a Joe Strummer T-shirt, and a green denim jacket. In one corner, a pair of let’s-say-Bulgarian dudes in tight pants played a fierce game of Ping-Pong. Eno took a few cues off a rack and rolled them on the felt. But now they had time to kill-an idle afternoon on tour.ĭaniel and Eno ordered pints and got a table. Spoon had a scheduled appearance the next day on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” and another after that at the Hammerstein Ballroom. They were in a West Village pool hall called the Cellar Dog, formerly the Fat Cat, which Daniel had discovered one night some years ago when the wait to get into a few other jazz clubs nearby was too long. 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This is where you will find your MIDI Voices and, in the case of Ableton, your samples, loops, etc.įor Logic, these things can be found on the right-hand side but are hidden in the default view. In both DAWs, your library can be found on the left-hand pane. When it comes to layout, both Logic and Ableton are built on similar foundations, but with a few key differences. This helpfully explains whatever your mouse happens to be hovering over. When it comes to something as complex as a DAW, it is a totally new world! In Ableton, the first thing to highlight is the Info View, in the bottom left-hand corner of the window. ![]() Opening any new software can be a daunting experience. So, let’s see how they compare and which comes out as the best DAW! Ableton Vs Logic First Glance: The Interface That said, Ableton is keen to emphasise that their product can be used effectively in the studio as well as live. Whereas Logic Pro X is positioned more as a studio engine alternative to Pro-Tools. In terms of hardware, I use an iMac and my interface is a Focusrite 18i20 rack unit.Ībleton is generally known for its flexibility and application in a live context. It is worth heading to their website to get a sense of what is available in each version. Although, you can also see a review of Ableton Live 10 Standard on our blog.Ībleton Live come in different degrees called Intro, Standard and Suite. There are a number of different variations of Ableton DAWs, so for the avoidance of doubt, I am using Ableton Live 10 Lite. In this article, I will compare two of the big hitters and industry standards in the DAW game: Apple’s Logic Pro X vs Ableton Live. For this reason, it is incredibly important to understand the kind of DAW will suit you best and help you realise the sounds in your head. This is what you will create your music using, and it is the software and home of your new creations. Your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) is basically your recording software and will be the canvas for your creations. Dodge Grand Caravan and Nissan Quest are the primary alternatives to the Honda and Toyota, and Kia has redesigned its Sedona for the 2015 model year. Odyssey’s main competition is the Toyota Sienna, which offers more choices with a four-cylinder engine, a sport model and available all-wheel drive Sienna does not offer eight seats, however. Blind-spot and lane-departure warnings, Honda’s LaneWatch right-side camera view, and forward collision warning are optional. Six airbags, including three-row side curtains, are standard. Specifically, the EPA estimates Honda’s minivan at 19 mpg in city driving and 28 mpg on the highway (22 mpg combined).Ĭomfort and poise are excellent, even with six large people on board. Active cylinder management lets the engine run on 3, 4 or 6 cylinders as needed, improving fuel efficiency. Honda’s 248-horsepower V6 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission lead the class in fuel economy without lagging in performance. Odyssey’s third-row seats set a new standard in legroom, with as much space as the front seats in a Cadillac Escalade, or even the Odyssey itself. Unless you need all-wheel drive or you tow a big car or boat, the Odyssey should work nicely. The Odyssey is less expensive than a luxury SUV, gets better fuel economy, and has more cargo room, with greater flexibility in how the space is configured. A minivan often handles better and is generally more space- and fuel-efficient. If you need a true mini-van, you might consider the Mazda5, which is sized more like European family vans.įor many uses, and especially for carrying people, a Honda Odyssey or one of its competitors makes more sense than a full-size sport-utility or crossover. The Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country, Nissan Quest, and Kia Sedona are big passenger vehicles, most stretching past 16 1/2 feet in overall length. Though still called a minivan, there’s nothing mini about the modern minivan. (The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is a lobbying organization for the auto-insurance industry.)īecause the Odyssey received a number of upgrades for 2014, the 2015 model continues with no significant change. Odyssey was the first van to earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus, including a Good rating in the small overlap front crash test. ![]() ![]() The 2014 Odyssey also gained in safety, with more warning systems and driver assists, a benefit of its revised structure. Neatly stowed in the left rear cargo area wall (where lesser models secure the second-row middle seat not in use), the Shop-Vac built HondaVAC unit runs for 8 minutes on battery, indefinitely with the engine running, and can reach anywhere in the van. Standard in the top (Touring Elite) model, it works better than any cordless vacuum we’ve used and better than most corded handhelds. Noteworthy equipment updates included the addition of Bluetooth and Pandora as standard equipment, plus the industry’s only built-in vacuum cleaner. The Honda Odyssey was thoroughly redesigned and re-engineered for the 2011 model year, marking a new generation of one of America’s favorite multi-purpose vehicles.įor 2014, Odyssey got minor tweaks to trim that freshened its appearance. ![]() Best of all, it’s loaded with conveniences designed to simplify life. In fact, 10-foot-long boards could be stacked on them, extending between the front seats when the convenient removable console is taken out. Odyssey can carry 4×8-foot plywood flat on the floor. It can tow a small trailer with a motorcycle or watercraft. It can carry a family of eight, or half a high-school soccer team, along with all their coolers, balls, tents, shoes, whatever. 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You have to cut the fitting off the line with a line cutter tool. Not only is it a little more difficult, it also calls for the destruction of your ac line that feeds the rear ac system. You MUST KNOW, if you are deciding to block off your rear ac lines with this kind of compression fitting you're taking the more difficult route. This type of compression cap off has been around for a while and can be an easy fix for blocking off an ac line. This style of ac line block can work for cutting off a line be it ac, fuel, vacuum, etc. What we do know for sure is that Autozone does carry some Compression style line block off or cap off compression fitting kits. It appears it's pretty hard to find an actual rear ac block off kit at Autozone. So, I tried some other terms, more generic such as ac block plug, ac line cut off, things like that. ![]() That's not quite what we were looking for! I specifically searched the term "rear ac block off" it gave me something I didn't need. Nothing came up in the results for my search except a Valve Block Off Plate. That is a little difficult! I just ran a search on Autozone for "rear ac block off" and choose a year make and model of a vehicle that has rear a ac system. Lets start with what you can find at Autozone when you need a rear ac block kit. But while it's somewhat limited in this way, the Movies Anywhere app does let you save movies for offline use, which is a huge plus if you have room on your device and won't have an internet connection when you plan on watching a movie. For instance, only titles with the "Movies Anywhere" logo next to them are compatible from Microsoft, so there's a good chance the majority of your older collection won't sync over.Īlso, only movies from the following studios are compatible right now: Disney, 20th Century Fox, Sony Pictures, Universal, and Warner Bros. However, note that not all the movies you've purchased from each service are compatible with Movies Anywhere. 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The first thing you'll want to do is install the Movies Anywhere app. Don't Miss: The Five Best Apps for Streaming Movies on Your Phone.Titles purchased from Microsoft are normally only viewable on Windows, Windows Phone, and Xbox, but with Movies Anywhere, you can finally watch purchased films on Android and iOS. While most of the above services have their own apps that let you watch the movies purchased on your iPhone or Android phone, Microsoft Movies & TV does not. Any movies you bought from iTunes, Amazon Prime Video, Vudu, Google Play, Microsoft Movies & TV, Xfinity, or FandangoNOW can be added to your Movies Anywhere library. What you need is a way to combine those movies into one, convenient location - and there's an answer to that.Īllow us to introduce you to " Movies Anywhere," a free-to-use service that, in addition to selling movies itself, compiles your previously purchased movies from other, compatible companies. That said, all those choices can lead to your movie collection scattered across different apps and services. There has never been a better time to be a movie enthusiast, with more options now than ever to buy high-quality digital titles to watch on almost any device you own. ![]() Instead, soma provides a mindless, inauthentic "imbecile happiness" - a vacuous escapism which makes people comfortable with their lack of freedom. It doesn't in any way promote personal growth. It doesn't catalyse any mystical epiphanies, intellectual breakthroughs or life-defining insights. But a regimen of soma doesn't deliver anything sublime or life-enriching. The drug is said to be better than (promiscuous) sex - the only sex brave new worlders practise. John the Savage commits suicide soon after taking soma. ![]() Nor does it make him happy with his station in life. Apparently, taking soma doesn't give Bernard Marx, the disaffected sleep-learning specialist, more than a cheap thrill. ![]() It gives rise to only a shallow, unempathetic and intellectually uninteresting well-being. Product-range of designer-drugs to order.įor a start, soma is a very one-dimensional euphoriant. Third-millennium neuropharmacology, by contrast, will deliver a vastly richer Yet it's more akin to a hangoverless tranquilliser or an opiate - or a psychic anaesthetising SSRI like Prozac - than a truly life-transforming elixir. It's not really a utopian wonderdrug at all. In BNW, happiness derives from consuming mass-produced goods, sports such as Obstacle Golf and Centrifugal Bumble-puppy, promiscuous sex, "the feelies", and most famously of all, a supposedly perfect pleasure-drug, soma.Īs perfect pleasure-drugs go, soma underwhelms. Its evocation arouses our unease and distaste. The exchange yields an insipid happiness that's unworthy of the name. Worse, it is suggested that the price of universal happiness will be the sacrifice of the most hallowed shibboleths of our culture: "motherhood", "home", "family", "freedom", even "love". He taps into, and then feeds, our revulsion at Pavlovian-style behavioural conditioning and eugenics. In Brave New World, Huxley contrives to exploit the anxieties of his bourgeois audience about both Soviet Communism and Fordist American capitalism. For it's all sugar-coated pseudo-realism. If you think it does, then you enjoy an enviably sheltered life and an enviably cosy imagination. Nor does Huxley's comparatively sympathetic account of the life of the Savage on the Reservation convey just how nasty the old regime of pain, disease and unhappiness can be. In the era of post-genomic medicine, our DNA is likely to be spliced and edited so we can all enjoy life-long bliss, awesome peak experiences, and a spectrum of outrageously good designer-drugs. Thus BNW doesn't, and isn't intended by its author to, evoke just how wonderful our lives could be if the human genome were intelligently rewritten. In Brave New World Revisited (1958) Huxley himself describes BNW as a "nightmare". ![]() Typically, reading BNW elicits the very same disturbing feelings in the reader which the society it depicts has notionally vanquished - not a sense of joyful anticipation. This is because Huxley endows his "ideal" society with features calculated to alienate his audience. So how does Huxley turn a future where we're all notionally happy into the archetypal dystopia? If it's technically feasible, what's wrong with using biotechnology to get rid of mental pain altogether?īrave New World is an unsettling, loveless and even sinister place. Yet the knee-jerk response of "It's Brave New World!" to any blueprint for chemically-driven happiness has delayed research into paradise-engineering for all sentient life. Hence to treat his masterpiece as ill-conceived futurology rather than a work of great literature might seem to miss the point. Brave New World has come to serve as the false symbol for any regime of universal happiness.įor sure, Huxley was writing a satirical piece of fiction, not scientific prophecy. Aldous Huxley : Brave New World BRAVE NEW WORLD ?īrave New World (1932) is one of the most bewitching and insidious works of literature ever written. |
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