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Feature The Long Road to Python Proficiency *Reflecting on a multi-year journey from certification goals to practical mastery* 180 Days initial prep ~200 Hours studied 4 Years milestone 1 Professional shift Table of Contents ① My Preparation ② Timeline ③ Updates Section I My Preparation Recommended Books → Intro to Python, 5th Edition — Authored by Mark Lutz, this served as a primary resource for conceptual understanding. → Programming in Python — Also by Mark Lutz, used to deepen technical knowledge during the early stages of study. Self-Practice → Writing Python Applications — Hands-on development to transition from theoretical reading to active coding. Section II Timeline Initial Roadmap → Study Period — 180 Days (December 2017 – May 2018) → Exam Goal — Microsoft MTA Exam 98-381: Introduction to Programming with Python (Tentative: Early May 2018) I won't feel competent in Python until I have spent at least a full year writing serious code. For now, I want to understand...

Feature The Journey Toward Data Science: A Study Roadmap *Pivoting from web development to data analytics* ~4,000 Pages 10 Months ~442 USD Certifications 3 Fountain Pens Table of Contents ① Career Pivot ② Subject List ③ Reading Estimate ④ Resources ⑤ Certifications ⑥ Updates Section I Career Pivot It's time to start studying again, and I've decided against pursuing .NET/Web Programming in favor of Data Science. I've only begun researching what I need to learn to get better acquainted with Data Science, and for now, I will focus on Python Programming. I'm already pretty good with SQL and Relational Databases (SQL Server, Oracle), but there's much more to explore. Beyond Math and Statistics, I want to understand how to work with unstructured data.   Section II Subject List My initial study list (subject to change as I learn what I need) includes the following topics, presented in no particular order: → Python Language — foundational programming for data tasks → ...

Gear Review Apple Watch Activity Achievement Challenge Badges of 2017 A look back at the limited-edition awards from the year 5 Badges 1 Day Duration 2017 Year Section I 2017 Apple Watch Activity Achievement Challenge Badges Throughout 2017, Apple introduced several special Activity Achievement badges for Apple Watch users. These specific milestones were offered for one day only, requiring users to complete specific fitness goals to earn the digital award.   The 2017 Collection Below is the list of the exclusive challenge badges issued throughout the year: → Earth Day — Earned on April 22 by completing a workout of at least 30 minutes. → Mother's Day — Earned on May 14 by completing a walk, run, or wheelchair workout of at least 1 mile. → National Park Day — Earned on July 15 by completing a walk, run, or wheelchair workout of at least 3.5 miles. → Veteran's Day — Earned on November 11 by completing a workout of at least 11 minutes. → Thanksgiving Day — Earned on No...

Gear Review Wired for Sound: Klipsch R6i vs. AKG EO-IG955 *A comparative look at two budget-friendly transit audio staples* 6.5mm Driver Size 32 Ohms Max Impedance $60 Price Point Table of Contents ① Introduction ② Specifications ③ Performance Comparison ④ Sound Quality ⑤ Conclusion Section I Introduction Having invested in the Klipsch R6i earbuds back in 2016, I’ve found them to be quite useful for short transit and plane trips. They perform significantly better than the stock Apple earbuds or the AKG EO-IG955s that come with Samsung's Galaxy S8. After recently acquiring a free pair of the AKG IG955s and spending some time with them, I can appreciate both models for different purposes.   Section II Specifications Klipsch R6i Specs → Driver Size — 6.5mm → Frequency Response — 10 ~ 19,000 Hz → Sensitivity — 110 dB/mW → Impedance — 18 Ohms → Noise Isolation — -22 dB → Connector — 3.5mm Plug (Gold) → Cable Type — Flat (Tangle-Free) → Features — Microphone, In-Line Control...

Feature Reflection on Yukio Mishima's The Decay of the Angel *Closing the chapter on the final installment of the Sea of Fertility tetralogy* 4 Books ~140 Pages 2 Authors Compared Table of Contents ① The Final Journey ② Reading Experience ③ Future Reading Section I The Final Journey Having recently finished the fourth and final book of Yukio Mishima's Sea of Fertility tetralogy, titled The Decay of the Angel, I wanted to share my thoughts. This series was meant to be Mishima's masterpiece, and although I’ve only read the last two installments, I can say they offer a rich and engaging experience, though perhaps not on the same level as Tolstoy's War and Peace.   Themes and Observations I found The Decay of the Angel to be an enthralling read that raises profound questions about how we live our lives and confront our inevitable mortality. A particularly poignant observation I came across was the idea that the tetralogy can be summed up in Mr. Honda's realization t...

Gear Review Audio-Technica Showdown: ATH-M50x vs. ATH-MSR7 A long-term comparison of two legendary headphones ~10 Months Use ~$150 M50x Price ~$200 MSR7 Price 45mm Driver Size Table of Contents ① Price Comparison ② Sound Quality ③ Build Quality ④ Comfort ⑤ Overall Verdict ⑥ MSR7 vs. The Field Section I Price Comparison While the M50x has achieved legendary status for its value, the MSR7 appears to be a worthy successor. The M50x offers a more budget-friendly option, making it an attractive choice for those looking for quality without breaking the bank. → ATH-M50x — MSRP ~$169; typically found for $130–$150 on Amazon → ATH-MSR7 — MSRP $249; often available for around $200   Section II Sound Quality Both models feature 45mm drivers, but there are notable differences in their specifications and sound character. Initially, the M50x sounded impressive compared to lower-end headphones—but after using the MSR7s, the M50x feels somewhat muddled in comparison. The MSR7 delivers tight...