I Created a Tachometer Style Dashboard Widget

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It’s pretty damn cool. It uses an SVG and a background image. It can receive input from a data source to show server status (CPU%, RAM%, DISK USAGE, Etc) or other metrics on any WordPress Admin screen or dashboard. It can be animated or updated in real time.

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I’ll figure out why this particular Theme is causing the widget to align over the left margin like this later. It’s supposed to center inside the element it is placed in, and flex-wrap to a stack on smaller screens. We shall see if I can work out the kinks later.

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10 responses to “I Created a Tachometer Style Dashboard Widget”

  1. Bob avatar
    Bob

    I have an idea. I hate trying to find a recipe and almost every single recipe site is a processor intensive advertising machine that fills the screen with popups, modals, snackbars, toasters, self playing video ads that reappear and start playing again every time you pause them and dismiss them. My laptop CPU fan sounds like a jet taking off.

    So here is my idea. Simple recipes. No story about how my grandma brought the recipe over from the old world and how my mother used to make them. Just an intro that describes the recipe and lists any special tools required. Then an ingredients list, possibly offering ways to electronically pass that list to other software like grocery ordering, food delivery, or shopping list/to-do list apps. Then the step by step process of preparing. Then any serving, cooling, storing, and best used by info, followed by substitutions, and a conclusion.

    No big nasty ad network crap. Maybe affiliate marketing links, or a donate link of some kind. Or a pay upgrade service or if this gets enough traffic a low cost one time fee app, voice assistant or subscription site service.

    Totally automated. Build a list of recipes or find a source to build from and then schedule a content gen script to run every hour to produce another recipe blog post and publish it. Wait a few weeks and see what happens

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  2. Bob avatar
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    Certainly Here’s a simple recipe for making homemade tahini:

    ### Ingredients:
    – 1 cup (about 120 grams) sesame seeds, preferably unhulled
    – 1/4 teaspoon salt

    ### Instructions:

    1. **Toast the Sesame Seeds:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the sesame seeds evenly on a baking sheet and toast them for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown. Be careful not to burn them.

    2. **Blend the Sesame Seeds:** Let the toasted sesame seeds cool slightly. Then, transfer them to a high-powered blender or food processor. Add the salt and blend on high speed for about 5-7 minutes. The mixture will become creamy and smooth due to the oils released from the sesame seeds.

    3. **Store the Tahini:** Once blended, scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor with a spatula to ensure everything is incorporated. Taste and adjust the salt if necessary. Transfer the tahini to a clean jar, cover tightly, and store it in the refrigerator. It will thicken as it cools.

    4. **Serve or Use:** Your homemade tahini is ready to use It’s great in dressings, dips like hummus, or spread on bread.

    Enjoy your homemade tahini
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    Assistant:
    Certainly Making cold brew coffee without specialized equipment is quite straightforward. Here’s a simple recipe you can follow:

    ### Ingredients:
    – 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee (about 4 tablespoons)
    – 4 cups of filtered water

    ### Tools:
    – A large container or jar with a lid (such as a mason jar or a glass bottle)
    – A fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth
    – A spoon or whisk

    ### Instructions:

    1. **Grind Your Coffee**: Start by grinding your coffee beans to a coarse consistency. This is crucial because it allows the coffee grounds to steep properly without becoming too bitter.

    2. **Prepare Your Cold Brew Solution**:
    – Place the ground coffee in your container or jar.
    – Add the filtered water over the coffee grounds. Stir gently to ensure all the coffee grounds are wetted.

    3. **Steep**: Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator. Let it steep for 12-24 hours. The longer it steeps, the stronger the cold brew will be. For a mild cold brew, 12 hours is sufficient; for a more intense flavor, go up to 24 hours.

    4. **Strain**: After steeping, carefully strain the cold brew through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into another container. This step removes the coffee grounds, leaving you with a smooth cold brew concentrate.

    5. **Serve**: Dilute the cold brew concentrate with milk or water according to taste. Typically, you’ll want to mix about 1 part cold brew concentrate with 2-3 parts milk or water. Adjust to your preference.

    6. **Enjoy**: Serve your cold brew coffee over ice and add sweetener if desired. Enjoy your homemade cold brew!

    ### Tips:
    – **Experiment with Grind Size**: If your cold brew is too strong or too weak, adjust the grind size. Finer grinds will result in a stronger brew, while coarser grinds will be milder.
    – **Adjust Water Ratio**: If you prefer a weaker cold brew, use less coffee relative to the amount of water. Conversely, for a stronger brew, increase the ratio of coffee to water.
    – **Storage**: Store your cold brew in the refrigerator. It should last for about a week. However, it’s best enjoyed within a few days for optimal freshness.

    This recipe should work well with the tools you have available, including your coffee maker (though it won’t be necessary for this process) and standard kitchen items. Enjoy making your cold brew coffee
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    Assistant:
    Exploring the world of homemade cold brew coffee without relying on specialized equipment opens up a plethora of creative and cost-effective methods. These techniques leverage everyday items found in most households, allowing enthusiasts to experiment with flavors, textures, and brewing times to achieve their ideal cold brew experience. Below, we delve into various methods, highlighting their unique advantages and potential drawbacks or specific use cases where they might shine.

    ### Method 1: Basic Cold Brew Without Specialized Equipment

    **Pros:**
    – **Cost-effective:** Utilizes common household items, reducing the need for expensive gear.
    – **Customizable:** Allows for adjustments in coffee dosage and brewing time to suit personal preferences.

    **Cons:**
    – **Manual filtering required:** May require additional steps to strain out coffee grounds effectively.
    – **Brewing time:** Requires a commitment of 12-24 hours for optimal flavor extraction.

    **Use Case:** Ideal for those seeking a straightforward, budget-friendly approach to cold brewing without sacrificing quality.

    ### Method 2: Using a Mason Jar and Mesh Sieve

    **Ingredients:**
    – Coarsely ground coffee beans (about 113 grams)
    – Cold or room temperature water (4 cups)
    – Fine-mesh sieve or small mesh sieve
    – Additional filtration material (coffee filter, cloth, nut milk bag, etc.)

    **Process:**
    1. Combine coffee grounds and water in a mason jar, stirring gently to saturate the grounds.
    2. Seal the jar and steep in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
    3. Strain the cold brew through a fine-mesh sieve lined with additional filtration material into a clean container.
    4. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

    **Pros:**
    – **Versatile:** Works with a variety of filtration materials, offering flexibility based on availability.
    – **Convenient storage:** Mason jars are durable and easy to store.

    **Cons:**
    – **Time-consuming:** Like other cold brew methods, requires a significant upfront time investment.

    **Use Case:** Suitable for individuals looking for a hands-on approach to cold brewing with minimal equipment.

    ### Method 3: French Press Cold Brew

    **Ingredients:**
    – Coarsely ground coffee beans (about 113 grams)
    – Cold water (approximately 4 cups)
    – French press or cold brew maker

    **Process:**
    1. Add coffee grounds to the French press or cold brew maker.
    2. Pour cold water over the grounds, stirring gently to ensure saturation.
    3. Cover and steep in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
    4. Slowly press down the plunger on the French press or follow the cold brew maker’s instructions to strain the coffee.
    5. Transfer the concentrate to a clean container and store in the refrigerator.

    **Pros:**
    – **Ease of use:** Leveraging familiar kitchen appliances simplifies the process.
    – **Quick straining:** The built-in plunger of a French press facilitates easy separation of grounds from liquid.

    **Cons:**
    – **Limited batch size:** French presses typically accommodate smaller quantities, limiting batch sizes.

    **Use Case:** Perfect for those who prefer a quick and easy method with the convenience of a single appliance.

    ### Method 4: DIY Cold Brew Concentrate with Cheesecloth

    **Ingredients:**
    – Coarsely ground coffee beans
    – Cold or room temperature water
    – Large pitcher or jar
    – Small mesh sieve/strainer
    – Cheesecloth or other lint-free kitchen towel

    **Process:**
    1. Mix coffee grounds and water in the pitcher or jar, stirring until the grounds are saturated.
    2. Cover and refrigerate for 18-24 hours.
    3. Line the sieve with cheesecloth and pour the cold brew through it into a clean container.
    4. Dilute the concentrate with water, milk, or creamer to your desired strength.

    **Pros:**
    – **Flexible filtration:** Cheesecloth offers a customizable level of filtration.
    – **Reusability:** Cheesecloth can be washed and reused, making it eco-friendly.

    **Cons:**
    – **Messy:** Cheesecloth may allow some coffee grounds to pass through, necessitating careful handling during straining.

    **Use Case:** Ideal for those who appreciate the tactile process of straining their cold brew and are willing to handle a slightly messier setup.

    Each of these methods offers a unique pathway to crafting cold brew coffee at home without the need for specialized equipment. By experimenting with these techniques, coffee lovers can discover their preferred method, whether it’s the simplicity of using a mason jar and mesh sieve, the ease of a French press, or the hands-on approach of cheesecloth filtration.
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  5. Bob avatar
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    You can easily build your own quiz plugin.

    Basic flow:

    1. Take any post content by content ID

    2. Normalize $the_content to remove introduction and conclusion sections

    3. Pass each section to an llm in a prompt that asks it to create one or two quiz questions and answers. Probably in a Json object so I can process and format my own output via PHP. Unless it is consistent with the output format it returns in free form text format

    4. Update a WordPress db table with the quiz questions and answers, indexed by content id and by question number

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    Assistant:
    Certainly TypeScript generics are a powerful feature that allows you to write reusable components that work over a variety of types rather than a single one. This enables developers to create functions, classes, and interfaces that can operate on different data types while still maintaining type safety.

    ### Basic Concepts

    Generics provide a way to make components work with any data type, and not restrict to one specific type. They are defined using angle brackets “ where you can specify the type variable(s) that will be used within the component.

    For example, consider a simple function that takes two parameters and returns their sum:

    “`typescript
    function add(x: number, y: number): number {
    return x + y;
    }
    “`

    This function is specific to numbers. With generics, we can make it more flexible:

    “`typescript
    function add(x: T, y: T): T {
    return x + y;
    }
    “`

    Here, `T` is a type variable—a stand-in for any type. When calling this function, you can specify what `T` should represent:

    “`typescript
    let num1 = add(1, 2); // Explicitly specifying T as number
    let str1 = add(‘Hello’, ‘World’); // Specifying T as string
    “`

    ### Advantages

    – **Type Safety**: Generics ensure that the operations performed on the data are valid for the specified type.
    – **Reusability**: Components written with generics can be reused across different parts of an application without needing to rewrite them for each type.
    – **Flexibility**: Developers can choose the type when using the generic component, making the code more adaptable and less prone to errors.

    ### Advanced Usage

    Generics can also be used with classes and interfaces to enforce type constraints and create complex, type-safe abstractions.

    #### Generic Classes

    “`typescript
    class GenericNumber {
    zeroValue: T;
    add: (x: T, y: T) => T;

    constructor(zeroValue: T, addFn: (x: T, y: T) => T) {
    this.zeroValue = zeroValue;
    this.add = addFn;
    }
    }

    // Usage
    const myGenericNumber = new GenericNumber(0, (x, y) => x + y);
    “`

    #### Generic Interfaces

    Interfaces can also use generics to define contracts for classes:

    “`typescript
    interface GenericArray {
    [index: number]: T;
    length: number;
    push: (element: T) => number;
    }

    // Implementing the interface
    class Array implements GenericArray {
    // Implementation details…
    }
    “`

    Generics are a fundamental part of TypeScript, enabling developers to write more robust, reusable, and flexible code.
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  7. Bob avatar
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    Build a prompt that will try to guess what people will search for to find certain solutions to common web dev problems for a reverse angle look for keywords to target and articles to generate

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  8. Bob avatar
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    https://exprenet.com/index.php/2024/06/09/test-word-puzzle-plugin/

    Try designing a page template that blends landing page and blog. In other words use a lot of white space. Be extremely open with the scrolling and side rail whitespace. Use big text, large buttons, and allow room for fingers to control the screen.

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  9. Bob avatar
    Bob

    I particularly like the way the weed candy ad looks on mobile portrait

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  10. Bob avatar
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    Try using sitemaps to determine categories and site structure. Build a promo to ask chatbot to build taxonomy and other tagging, too

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