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biostrefa.org LLM EN#014 S01 Django 5 CookbookThe provided text is an excerpt from Django 5 Cookbook, written by Clara Stein and published by GitforGits. The book is designed to help Python and web developers become experts in the Django framework and improve their problem-solving skills. It provides a comprehensive guide covering various aspects of Django, ranging from basic setup and configuration to advanced features such as building RESTful APIs, managing databases, and implementing real-time functionalities with WebSockets. The book also delves into best practices for testing, security, and deployment, offering practical recipes and solutions for common challenges.
2024-10-1514 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#13 S01 Fromm Psychoanalysis and ReligionThe provided text is an excerpt from Erich Fromm's book "Psychoanalysis and Religion." This book examines the complex relationship between psychoanalysis and religion, focusing on the impact of psychoanalysis on understanding religious experience and how this understanding can be used to explore different aspects of religion. Fromm explores Freud and Jung's views on religion, examines different types of religious experiences, and analyzes the role of the psychoanalyst as a "physician of the soul." He argues that psychoanalysis is not a threat to religion, but rather a tool that can help us to understand the human reality behind religious beliefs...
2024-10-1508 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#012 S01 Vipassana meditationThis text provides a comprehensive introduction to the practice of Vipassana meditation as taught by S.N. Goenka. It explores the nature of suffering, its root causes, and the way to overcome it through self-observation and the development of equanimity. The text highlights the importance of understanding the impermanence of all things and the illusory nature of the ego. It details the three stages of training – sīla (morality), samādhi (concentration), and paññā (wisdom) – which are essential for achieving liberation from suffering. Goenka emphasizes the significance of observing physical sensations, vedanā, as a key to understanding the true nature of...
2024-10-1515 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#011 S01 Getting started with FastAPIExcerpt from a book titled "Getting started with FastAPI 2023". The book acts as a guide for developers to learn and understand how to create web applications with the FastAPI framework. It covers fundamental concepts like setting up the development environment, building APIs, interacting with databases, and using templating engines. The text focuses on explaining how to build CRUD operations for a task management application, showcasing best practices and advanced features of the framework. The author also provides code examples and explains the implementation of testing strategies, including unit testing and integration testing with pytest.
2024-10-1513 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#010 S01 Fromm Selfishness and Self-LoveErich Fromm's 1939 essay, "Selfishness and Self-Love", critically examines the prevalent cultural taboo against self-love, tracing its roots back to Calvinist theology and Kant's philosophy. Fromm argues that this taboo, which equates self-love with selfishness, has been detrimental to the development of a healthy sense of self and has fuelled a pervasive anxiety and hostility in modern society. He then delves into the psychological underpinnings of hatred and love, arguing that both are not inherently antithetical to self-love, but rather are expressions of underlying character structures. Ultimately, Fromm advocates for a redefinition of self-love as a necessary component of genuine...
2024-10-1518 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#009 S01 Fromm You Shall Be As GodsErich Fromm's You Shall Be As Gods is a book that seeks to provide a radical interpretation of the Old Testament and its traditions. Fromm argues that the concept of God in the Old Testament underwent an evolution from a "jealous" God to that of a "constitutional monarch", and finally to that of a nameless God bound by the same principles that govern man. He shows how man, once the obedient servant of God, became free to the point of making his own history. Fromm's insights cover a broad area and his work provides a compelling appeal to a...
2024-10-1526 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#008 S01 Fromm The Fear of FreedomCollection of excerpts from the book "The Fear of Freedom" by Erich Fromm. The book explores the psychological consequences of freedom in modern society and the various ways individuals escape its burden. The text focuses on the development of authoritarianism as a response to the anxieties of freedom, examining the historical and cultural factors that have contributed to its rise. It examines various psychological mechanisms of escape from freedom including submission to authority, destructiveness, and conformity. Fromm argues that these mechanisms are rooted in the individual's fear of isolation and powerlessness, ultimately leading to a loss of self and...
2024-10-1509 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#007 S01 Fromm The Art of Loving"The Art of Loving" by Erich Fromm explores the nature of love as a complex and multifaceted art, challenging the common notion that it is simply a matter of chance or finding the right object. Fromm argues that love requires active effort, knowledge, and the development of a mature personality. He examines various types of love, including brotherly love, motherly love, erotic love, self-love, and the love of God, analysing their complexities and contrasting them with the disintegration of love in contemporary Western society. Fromm critiques the societal structures and cultural attitudes that hinder the development of genuine love...
2024-10-1512 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#006 S01 Science of GardeningCollection of excerpts from Linda Chalker-Scott’s book, The Science of Gardening. Chalker-Scott, a renowned horticultural expert, uses a scientific lens to debunk common gardening myths and offer evidence-based practices. She covers various topics including soil science, plant selection, pest management, and pruning techniques, aiming to equip gardeners with the knowledge to cultivate healthy, sustainable gardens. The text also delves into case studies, illustrating the impact of improper gardening practices on plant health and growth.
2024-10-1514 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#005 S01 Learning React Modern Patterns for Developing React AppsTable of Contents - JavaScript and React Concepts & TechniquesSource: Excerpts from Learning React Modern Patterns for Developing React Apps by Alex Banks and Eve PorcelloI. Foundational JavaScript Conceptsa. Modern JavaScript SyntaxThis section covers the use of const and let for declaring variables, providing examples of how they differ from var in terms of scope and mutability. It also introduces template strings as a cleaner alternative to traditional string concatenation.Key Concepts: const, let, template strings, variable scopeb. Functions as First-Class CitizensThis section dives into the concept of functions as first-class citizens...
2024-10-1511 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#004 S01 Python Beginners Guide to Artificial IntelligenceSource: Python Beginners Guide to Artificial Intelligence (Denis Rothman, Matthew Lamons, Rahul Kumar etc.)Main Themes:Machine Learning Fundamentals:The book introduces core machine learning concepts like k-means clustering, naive Bayes classification, and support vector machines. It emphasizes the importance of dataset design, dimensionality reduction, and the selection of appropriate algorithms for specific tasks.The authors illustrate these concepts with practical examples like predicting demand in a supply chain using naive Bayes and optimizing warehouse layouts using k-means clustering.Deep Learning and Neural Networks:The book delves into the world of deep learning, covering architectures like...
2024-10-1525 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#003 S01 Understanding BreathworkSource: Excerpts from "Breathwork Use The Power Of Breath To Energise Your Body And Focus Your Mind" by Nathalia Westmacott-BrownBreathwork: A Deep Dive into Techniques and BenefitsThis briefing document explores the core themes and key insights from "Breathwork: Use The Power Of Breath To Energise Your Body And Focus Your Mind" by Nathalia Westmacott-Brown. This book serves as a practical guide to various breathwork techniques, drawing from ancient traditions and modern applications to address physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being.Key Themes:Breathwork as a Foundational Practice: The book underscores the...
2024-10-1509 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#002 S01 Huberman Dr. Sam Harris on Meditation, Consciousness, and the SelfBased on conversation published on YouTube.Source: Excerpts from "Dr. Sam Harris: Using Meditation to Focus, View Consciousness & Expand Your Mind | Huberman Lab 105"Main Themes:The nature of the self and its deconstruction through meditationThe illusion of free willThe value of mindfulness and attention trainingThe impact of psychedelics on consciousness and self-explorationThe pursuit of happiness and the importance of a process-oriented approach to lifeKey Ideas & Facts:1. The Self is an Illusion:Harris argues that our perception of a unified, independent self is an illusion, a product of how...
2024-10-1508 min
biostrefa.org LLM EN#001 S01 TanStack Query v5TanStack Query v5: A Deep Dive into the Changes and FeaturesSource: Excerpts from "All About TanStack Query v5" (Live Stream Transcript)Welcoming viewers and setting the stage: This section kicks off the live stream with a warm welcome, introduces the main focus on TanStack Query v5, and encourages viewer interaction through questions and feedback.Addressing early community feedback: Acknowledging the importance of user feedback, this section highlights the goal of addressing community concerns experienced during the version 4 release, aiming to improve the transition process for version 5.Rationale behind removing callbacks from queries: A central discussion...
2024-10-1509 min