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Echo has been shedding a lot these days. So manual sweeping and mopping once a day has not been enough. So we got an iRobot/Roomba j7 combo this week, mainly to clean up after him. We think vacuuming some parts of the house once a day will do good. Currently, it’s still mapping the place....
It’s been a busy week with lots of stuff getting done. It’s not a hectic week. Just busy enough to keep me active in my personal and professional life. We are in the last week of the first half of 2023; I am still waiting to realize half the year is over.
I started writing online after joining Infosys (my first job) in 2003. So this year, I also completed 20 years of working. It’s not a surprise that my blogging origins coincide with my work at Infosys. I couldn’t afford a good internet connection or a decent computer before getting a job. That is only half part of the story.
I have read at least two messages this week about folks who want to start their microgrant. It’s an incredible thing to read about first thing in the morning. NMG began in 2018 and is in its sixth year. I am more than happy to share any details you want. Do email me. That’s the best way...
It took some time, but finally, the results are here. It was much more challenging than last year. There were many eligible and exciting applications. But I have limited funds. Thanks to friends Shweta and Nemo for pitching in 50K each. This year’s total grant amount is 2,95,000 2,70,000. A bit more than...
In Digdag, workflows are typically defined in YAML files with a “.dig” extension. Developers usually write these workflows, which consist of tasks to be executed. However, tasks can also be added dynamically using the Digdag Python API or by downloading a “.dig” file from a remote HTTP server and incorporating it as a subtask. This approach is useful when a web service or app generates customized workflow files based on web app conditions, allowing the workflow logic to be managed externally. You can add webhooks to make it reactive.
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Thejesh GN (ತೇಜೇಶ್ ಜಿ.ಎನ್) "Thej" is an Independent Technologist, Hacker, Maker, Traveler, Blogger, InfoActivist, Open data and Open internet enthusiast from Bangalore, India. He loves experimenting with all things life and hence some times he is called hacker and other times duct tape. You can read more about him here. Email [ i @ thejeshgn dot com]. PGP/GPG Keys are here.
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