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Why are computer languages written in zeros and ones

In the beginning - there were computers based on base-10 logic and also on base-3 logic. The trouble with doing that - and the reason we don’t do it these days - lies at the lowest possible level of the underlying electronics. Suppose you have a wire and a flashlight bulb and you connect a 1.5 volt battery to it so the voltage jumps from 0 volts (no battery) to 1.5 volts (powered by the battery). The voltage  doesn’t  actually jump instantaneously from one to the other. It climbs gradually from 0 to 1.5 volts over some very small fraction of a second. So at some point, the voltage will be (say) 0.4 volts - or 0.7 volts - before it finally settles on 1.5 volts. Also - if the wire is long enough - and has some resistance to it - the voltage won’t ever reach 1.5 volts - it’ll top out at (say) 1.2 volts or something. Now - consider if you have a base-10 computer - and just one digit travels from A to B along a wire. If the computer is running at 1.5 volts then maybe we u...

Developing a millionaire mindset

Imagine you have the opportunity of a lifetime to win one million dollars in a golf tournament. These are the rules: 1.     You have  one chance  to get one golf ball inside a par-4 hole. 2.     You have  four shots  to get the ball inside the hole of an average par-4 hole on an average golf course. Not a super difficult task to achieve. 3.     You have only  48 hours  to prepare for the event. 4.     No special prequalifications as a golf player are required. 5.     If you complete the hole in four shots or less, you will  win $1 million dollars. 6.     If you shoot five or more, you finish above par and you lose the chance to win. What would you do? Stop and think for a moment…   How would you spend those 48 hours previous to the event? Pause and think…  be honest. … … … Would you spend your time practicing all day long? … … … This is what a millionair...

Why should we hire you?

Most people will answer this question by talking about their experience or education, and add descriptions like 'hard-working, loyal, team-leader, etc.'  THIS IS WRONG. You should always answer with what you will do to improve the company. What ideas do you have that will make life better for your interviewer? Lead with that. Why? Because you are selling yourself (don't take that the wrong way) and you want to use proven and effective sales/copywriting strategies to do that. I have been studying copywriting lately, and one of the number one rules of copywriting is that you ALWAYS talk about  benefits  before  features . In this situation, what you will do to make this company better, and to make life better for the person interviewing you, is a  benefit  to them. wondering how to start your entreprenuerial journey?  https://understanddigitaleconomy.blogspot.com/2020/08/becoming-entreprenuer.html Your background/experience/education are just...

Mathematics and life today!

  Most people complain about shaky mathematical background and so based on that, feel they lack what it takes to stand out in the world today. This article promises to highlight some of the mathematical skills one needs to be at least okay in the affairs of life.  What is mathematics and its role in our daily life anyway? Mathematics is the science that deals with the logic of shape, quantity and arrangement. It is all around us, in everything we do. Since the beginning of recorded history, mathematics discovery has been at the forefront of every civilized society, and in use in even the most primitive of cultures. Mathematics makes our life orderly and prevents chaos. Qualities that are nurtured when you take maths course Certain qualities that are nurtured by mathematics is:  the power of reasoning,  creativity,  abstract or spatial thinking,  critical thinking,  problem-solving ability and even  effective communication. Throughout hi...

COVID 19 – Pros and Cons of Working from home.

Aside IT companies, whose work could be remote, other industries in the event of the pandemic are learning to perform some of their tasks at home. With the rapid growth of technology, it is obvious the future of most of what we do today can be done remotely. What impact would this new development of Work from Home have on us as a people? Learn more on today's economy? https://understanddigitaleconomy.blogspot.com/2020/08/digital-economy-and-unemployment.html Many see Work from Home as a solution for a middle-aged manager who is commuting long and gets huge distraction at office with the politics. The solution is paraded as a silver bullet across all worker segments now. It is a double edge sword. I have done Work from Home in various forms for quite many times. The advantages include helping cities become green by reducing commute and reducing the population [you do not need to live in cities]. It enables many women and caretakers to get back into work without having to give...

WEALTH CREATION

 Wealth is only created through investing in cash flowing assets! To create wealth, i would recommend my philosophy, feel free to edit or adopt if you think its helpful. Fail safely,mindfully and quickly: failure is an investment with Compound Interest. So learn to fail safe basically try again pretty quick. Scale it till you make it. Simply put in organic growth, no need to start big. Lightening management: A combination of decision tree and A/B testing which is why organic growth is very important. Experiment until there is a winning path. Crowd Wisdom: Always take many people's opinions before taking ant step. Someone might notice something you probably might not. Do what you enjoy, enjoy what you do: Never do something you don't enjoy period. Doing what you enjoy gives the motivation you may probably not get from anyone on this journey. chain reaction advertisement: Every sale click brings 2+ sales clicks. Root of 20/80. Basically prioritize one thing at a time which is the...

Becoming an Entreprenuer

  I remember my father opposing my dream to start my business. “Son, you can’t do it. You’re too young and lack experience. You will fail!” “Okay, I probably can’t do it alone dad, but you could always guide me!” I debated. “No Son! You’re a student. You must graduate before you walk into the business world. Starting your business is a BAD idea!” “Dad, remember how I learned swimming? Did you teach me swimming in the water or outside the water? I can still remember you throwing me into the water! I hated it! I was so scared and you helped me overcome those fears!” “Yes, I remember,” he said. “Can you find any difference with how we learn entrepreneurship? College will NEVER teach me this. I learn by doing! I believe this is no exception, to learn entrepreneurship I must live through the process!” I said. “You must finish your college before you get started! College is your insurance to the future!” he demanded. Thankfully, I disobeyed him and eventually started my journey. Which sk...

Digital Economy and Unemployment

The disruption technology has brought to almost every field it is introduced to, is leading  to the rapid rise in unemployment leaving the option for entrepreneurship. With many geared toward becoming entrepreneurs thinking it’s the only way to financial freedom, it’d be prudent to understand the main causes of the challenge. Getting abreast with  current information/knowledge and developing requisite skills needed for the new industry is necessary for survival! Wondering how to start your entrepreneurial journey? https://understanddigitaleconomy.blogspot.com/2020/08/becoming-entreprenuer.html It is very important to know technology is disrupting industries,jobs and everything it touches! It’d interest one to also know we live in a changed World today. Same rules  hardly win in this Economy!  Businesses are the economy. When businesses do well, the economy does well. In the world today, businesses are automated which is pretty helpful with disadvantages. Automation...