#Bootstrap 2.0

[stinkrascal]

having ocs and posting them on the internet is so embarrassing bc whenever i rewrite an oc or retcon something im just like oh fuck. you arent sneaky stinky. everyone saw that. its the same feeling i get whenever someone sees me trip its like i just rolled a 0 on dexterity

#KLAUS especially oh my god? #thank god i didnt post many klaus scenes before i completely rewrote his character bc WOW #he was really about to be wolfgang 2.0... but with way less to do #first interpretation of klaus was like... spoiled rich kid pull yourself up by the bootstraps 'my parents worked hard for our wealth' #and a sprinkle of misogyny. so kinda like wolfgang but WAY less interesting bc at least wg has trauma and insecurities... ur just rich klau #and then i watched mob psycho 100 and i was like wait a minute. klaus isnt a spoiled hyperindividualist rich kid. hes autistic #not to say u cant be those things and autistic but like.... hes shigeo kageyama adjacent thats all im trying to say ok #and mob psycho 100's story is like pretty obviously an autism allegory at least imo. so yes. klaus is mob psycho adjacent

[synthient]

When Neo ruefully says that his video game self is "maybe a little too much" like him, the moment he flashes back to is his screen-selves yelling at the Architect.

Which implies that the one thing he feels the most retrospective shame about--his most embarrassing piece of self-recognition--is the one time in reloaded+revolutions that he allowed himself anger.

And note that he didn't even really allow it. At most, that was the Architect holding up a mirror to the inner feelings that Neo was outwardly, and successfully, repressing.

In the trilogy, Neo's emotional repression is part of his character-defining selflessness. He's a martyr, he's a monk, and he's completely subsuming his personal feelings into the role of the One.

In resurrections, Neo is still emotionally repressed (despite-slash-because of the Analyst's "adaptive anger" therapy), but it's taken a new form. Instead of stoic immovability, Neo has leaned into meek accommodation. His body language is curled inward, like he's afraid of taking up too much space. He doesn't speak up for his artistic vision. He doesn't stand up to Smith (while flashing back to the version of himself that was still capable of flipping him off). Any genuine thought or feeling he has must be delusional, and something he needs to stamp out.

(If we could read trilogy Neo as a deadening, reflexive performance of masculinity, then resurrections Neo is being just aware enough of your transfemininity to spiral about how it would be unforgivably inappropriate to even speak to the cute woman at the coffee shop)

This is encapsulated in Neo's fight with Morpheus 2.0. Neo has lost all will for self-defense. He's the perfect punching bag.

Which is the point where Morpheus, and the movie, suggests: maybe our Ultimate Martyr could stand to be a little more selfish!

In the trilogy, it was Smith’s selfishness (literally turning the entire world into an extension of the self) that made him Neo's dark mirror. In Resurrections, Smith is still narrowly focused on his own freedom and self-actualization--to which the movie pretty much takes the approach of "and good for him ☕️". Trinity also gets to embrace selfishness, finally prioritizing her own desires over tending the needs of the nuclear family.

What's interesting, I think, is that this doesn't really end up extending to Neo himself.

Morpheus and Smith both try to prod Neo into fighting for himself--for his life, for his freedom, for his pride, for the basic things he deserves as an autonomous person--and they both fail. Ultimately, Neo can only be talked into fighting for Trinity.

There are a few different interpretations of this we could take. If Trinity is in part a symbolic representation of Neo's ideal self, then maybe freeing her is his act of self-actualization and self-love. Or maybe a healthy amount of selfishness is a nice thing to strive for in the long term, but not something Neo's going to Fix about himself within 48 hours.

Or maybe it's something he'll never really "fix" at all. Maybe being Thee Martyr Complex Guy is just too central to who he is as a person. In the best case scenario, the people who love him can talk him down from his most self-destructive/self-abnegating impulses. Bugs can drag him back from the edge. Morpheus can remind him he deserves better. Trinity can get violent revenge for the both of them.

Not an individual bootstrapping of selfhood, but selfhood based in communal support.

#the matrix #long post #yes i am coping w stressors via infodumping #why do you ask

[howdydarling]

ELI'S MAN LIST.

Long post. Super long post. Super super long. Almost certainly not complete, but I ran outta steam like halfway through, so this is what you get.

IRL MEN. → men i would currently let absolutely wreck me

Ted Raimi - i do not have a single limit or boundary that i would not break for this man.

Lance Henriksen

Josh Brolin

Oscar Isaac

Jason Momoa

Christoph Waltz

→ men i have formerly been interested in who could probs still get it

Jeff Bridges

Robert Knepper

Andrew Scott

David Anders

Zachary Quinto

Leonard Nimoy (if he were still alive)

Karl Urban

DeForrest Kelley (if he were still alive)

Gaspard Ulliel

Paul Bettany

Adam Driver

Domhnall Gleeson

→ men i would probably fuck but not necessarily bc of the usual reasons

Tim Curry

Willem DaFoe

The Skarsgårds

Jack Black

FICTIONAL MEN.

→ SHOWS

→→ Outer Range

Royal Abbott

Perry Abbott

Rhett Abbott

Wayne Tillerson (it'd be a really weird fuck, i know it in my heart)

Billy Tillerson

Luke Tillerson

→→ Doctor Who

The Doctor (Nine / Ten)

The Master

→→ BBC Sherlock

Jim Moriarty

→→ Firefly

Hoban Washburne

Jayne Cobb

Simon Tam

→→ Torchwood

Owen Harper

Jack Harkness

→→ Heroes

Gabriel Gray / Sylar

Adam Monroe / Takezo Kensei

Peter Petrelli

Samuel Sullivan

Edgar

→→ Dollhouse

Alpha

→→ Star Trek (TOS)

Leonard "Bones" McCoy

S'chn T'gai Spock

→→ The Walking Dead

Negan Smith

The Governor

Darryl Dixon

Merle Dixon

→ MOVIES

→→ Tron

CLU 2.0

Rinzler

Kevin Flynn

Alan Bradley

→→ Jurassic Park (franchise)

Robert Muldoon

Ian Malcolm

→→ Zombieland

Tallahassee

→→ Star Trek (NuTrek)

Leonard "Bones" McCoy

S'chn T'gai Spock

Khan

→→ Priest

Black Hat

Ivan Isaacs ("Priest")

→→ Dredd

Dredd

Madeline "Ma-Ma" Madrigal (Mama's not a man but she could get it)

→→ Pacific Rim

Herc Hansen

Stacker Pentecost

Newton "Newt" Geiszler

Hermann Gottlieb

The Kaidanovskys

Hannibal Chau

→→ Hunger Games

Haymitch Abernathy

→→ Alien (franchise)

Bishop

David 8

Walter

Dwayne Hicks Xenomorph

→→ The Lego Movie

Good Cop/Bad Cop

→→ Guardians of the Galaxy

Yondu Udonta

Kraglin

→→ Star Wars (franchise)

Armitage Hux

Kylo Ren

Obi-Wan Kenobi

Han Solo

Cassian Andor

Poe Dameron

Phasma (again, not a man, but Oh Boy)

Qui-Gon Jinn

Boba Fett

Jango Fett

K-2S0

Tobias Beckett

Dryden Voss

Literally any Stormtrooper (not just the clones)

Any/all of the Knights of Ren

→→ Legend

Ronnie Kray

Reggie Kray

→→ The Devil's Carnival

Lucifer

The Agent

→→ Pirates of the Caribbean

Jack Sparrow

Will Turner

Hector Barbossa

Davy Jones

James Norrington

William "Bootstrap Bill" Turner

→→ Labyrinth

Jareth, the Goblin King

→→ Ferngully

Hexxus

→→ James Bond (franchise)

Raoul Silva

James Bond/007 (Daniel Craig)

Ernst Stavro Blofeld

→→ Inglourious Basterds

...am I allowed to say Hans Landa? Hans Landa.

Sgt. Donny Donowitz

Sgt. Hugo Stiglitz

Marcel

→→ The Black Phone

Albert Shaw (look, sorry, don't @ me please)

→→ Scream (franchise)

Ghostface (but like?? the concept of him, rather than any particular actual iteration of him)

Dwight "Dewey" Riley

→→ Venom (franchise)

Eddie Brock

Venom

Cletus Kasady

→→ Dune (2021)

Gurney Halleck Leto Atreides Duncan Idaho Stilgar

→ GAMES

→→ Final Fantasy X/X-2

Auron Jecht Seymour Guado Shuyin Baralai Nooj Gippal Isaaru

→→ Final Fantasy XV

Ignus Scientia Ardyn Izunia Gladiolus Amicitia Regis Lucis Caelum Clarus Amicitia Bahamut

→→ Resident Evil VIII: Village

Karl Heisenberg Sturm Soldats Lycans Varcolac Urias Brothers

→→ Kingdom Hearts (franchise)

Axel

→→ Borderlands (franchise)

Mordecai Handsome Jack Fl4k Zer0 Krieg

→→ Boyfriend to Death (franchise)

Strade Lawrence Oleander

→→ The Price of Flesh

Mason Derek The Auctioneer Jack Komodo Dragon Machete The Demon The Lich

→→ Overwatch

Jack Morrison (Soldier 76) Gabriel Reyes (Reaper) Jamison Fawkes (Junkrat) Mako Rutledge (Roadhog) Reinhardt Wilhelm (Reinhardt) Siebren de Kuiper (Sigma) Cole Cassidy

→→ The Quarry

Travis Hackett Jedediah Hackett Chris Hackett

→→ Fortnite

The Jonesy Collective Midas

→→ Left 4 Dead

Bill Overbeck The Hunter The Smoker

→→ Dragon Age (franchise)

Zevran Anders Fenris Alistair Iron Bull Krem Samson Solas Varric Hawke Cole

→→ Death Stranding

Heartman Higgs Deadman Sam Cliff

→→ Fallout 4

John Hancock Nick Valentine

→→ Detroit: Become Human

Hank Anderson Connor Gavin Reed Nines Simon Ralph Karl Manfred

→ BOOKS

→→ Star Wars

Sinjir Rath Velus Cardinal

→→ Shade's Children

Shade

→→ InkHeart

Dustfinger

→→ A Darker Shade of Magic

Holland Astrid & Athos Dane

→→ Dune

Everyone included in the movie list, plus: Shaddam IV Hasimir Fenring

→ ANIME

→→ Naruto

Gaara Zabuza Sasori Deidara Itachi Kakashi Iruka Kabuto Kisame Shikimaru Kankuro

→→ Trinity Blood

Isaak Fernand von Kampfer Dietrich von Lohengrin Abel Nightroad Cain Nightroad Radu Barvon Leon Garcia de Asturias Tres Iques Hugue de Watteau

→→ Hellsing

Alucard Pip Bernadotte Father Anderson

→→ Loveless

Soubi

#hdhollers. #hdlist.

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[irfanibrahim12]

ONE PLUS

OnePlus was founded by pete lau and carl pie on 16 December 2013 to develop a high-end flagship smartphone running caynagon mod that would come to be known as the one plus one. OnePlus would continue to release phones throughout the 2010s and 2020s. In 2020, OnePlus released the one plus nord. its first mid-range smartphone since theone plus x in 2015. Pei would oversee the design and marketing of OnePlus' products until his departure from the company in October 2020, going on to found the technology company Nothing

FEATURES

OnePlus mobile phones are available in 34 countries. This Chinese smartphone manufacturer is known for offering high-end features at affordable prices compared to other brands in the same segment.

It wouldn’t be unfair to say that OnePlus was once a bootstrapped startup but has progressed to become a global sensation. So much so that the OnePlus success story is taught as a case study for aspiring managers at business schools.

MOBILES

The company's first product was the anticipated OnePlus One. It was unveiled on 22 April 2014, and was claimed as the "2014 Flagship killer flagship smartphone had comparable, and in some ways better, specifications to other flagship phones of the year, while being sold at a significantly lower price at $299 for the 16 GB version or $349 for the 64 GB version.

The OnePlus 2 was the successor to the company's successful first phone. It was unveiled a little over a year after the OnePlus One, on 27 July 2015. The company promoted it as the "2016 Flagship killer"

The oneplus3 was unveiled on 14 June 2016 as a successor to OnePlus 2 in the main series. This was the first OnePlus device to be not part of the invite system.[15] The 3 was the company's first "metal unibody" phone and launched with a qualqom snapdragon 6 GB of RAm  and 64 GB of ufc 2.0 storage. The phone was well regarded amongst critics, mostly for its low price and high specifications

#compass crash test #compass interior #features #top model price

[crazy56u]

Welcome to Monday. I can watch it live this week. Go me.

Last time on Quantum Leap: Mystery Cowboy.

And we cut to the Project having a stroke.

Okay, are we fucking doing Evil Leaper Project this week?

Well, fuck, that‘s on the backburner: Ben’s in 1989, doing the original pilot now.

I have never been to a sport’s bar in my life, and I thank every day of my life that I have yet to do so.

Oh boy, the 1989 World Series! Luckily nothing bad happens today!

And I love how Ben automatically remembers what happened today.

Uh oh, the camera’s shaking, things are going fucky!

That guy fucking died.

Or not.

I love that Ben fucking fled down the street instead of doing his own medical shit.

Was that the Breaking Bad RV?

“Okay, so, I just experienced an earthquake, but what the fuck was up with the cowboy?”

“Look, last week was last week, focus on this week. Next week involves ghosts, apparently.”

Ben, push comes to shove, just claim you have a migraine, that’ll explain you not knowing shit.

Leaper X. The only force capable of toppling Jason X.

Calling it now: Janis’ bootleg chamber she was building is a red herring. It’s gonna turn out she couldn’t make it work.

“Wait, you’re saying this Project exists in the future? That NBC renewed the show?” “It’s a shot in the dark, but...”

Press X to Jason 2.0

“Huh, baseball hat... ...do I still have a family?”

[Interruption because of football pool shit]

So, calling it now: By saving Jason, Ben also saves their marriage.

“We got this photo from the Imaging Chamber, totally not a publicity photo.”

Also, I’m pretty sure Ernie Hudson is legitimately disgusted with the Leaper X name and this wasn’t in the script.

We have now reached the point where we are using toys to explain how the show works, I love this.

“I don’t want to scare you, but basically everyone’s alive.”

“Look, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if I have to scan everyone’s face, it will take a long fucking ti- and it’s already done.”

They fucking bullied Ernie Hudson into saying Leaper X.

Ian, Ziggy didn’t “say” shit, Ziggy has yet to fucking talk.

So, the cause of the conflict was the invention of the telephone. Maybe the cowboys last week were right, and it shouldn’t have caught on.

Ben, you are confusing your not wife by yelling at your to-be wife, stop talking to ghosts.

“Someone is going to tell me what the Hell is going on. Today.” Sucker’s bet.

Plot twist: Ben’s watch isn’t correct.

“Look, I know we have to get our son before the earthquake kills him, but I know you think I made a mistake-” “Why am I remembering yelling at my mom?”

And the camera shook again.

That wasn’t sarcasm. That was legitimately Magic’s backup plan.

“Come in, sir?” “For... what?” “Look, I know something’s going on, and I am a properly paranoid man, I ain’t taking chances.”

Okay, I thought those Tabasco bottles were beer bottles for some reason.

Yeah, America sure is great, luckily nothing bad has been happening for the past several decades. 2022 is just great.[/s]

Also, calling it now: Bootstrap paradox. By going to talk to this guy, he becomes convinced to take part in Project X and leap to cowboy times.

Okay, here’s a suggestion: Go visit Janis. You already know she stole Project-sensitive materials.

“I’m gonna get you out! FUCK THIS WINDSHIELD!”

I choose to believe Ben knows what will happen with the car because of seeing Final Destination.

And the wife is dead.

Oh fuck, Ben yelled his mom into a heart attack, Ben killed his mom.

“Ben, punch her heart if you want her to live.” “(POW!)” “FUCK, OW!”

I love how, to an uninformed outsider, it looks like Ben attacked an unconscious woman, talked to ghosts, and then fled the scene.

[Really getting sick and tired of fucking football.]

“I CAN OUT RUN YOU, TRAUMATIC MEMORIES!”

“Ben, what’s going on?” “(still processing trauma and exhaustion) I’m fine!” “Bitch, you ain’t!”

...they got into a fight over an all-B report card. ... ...fucking Christ, Ben, I am so sorry...

Also, calling it now, this is setting up a future episode.

...what if that is the date Ben is shooting for? The day his mom died?

Okay, once again, putting this out there: Go to Janis. That might be your best bet.

“Wait, what if we caused all of this by investigating him-” “Ian, I already have a headache, drop it.”

Ah, so that’s why Jason died. Because some random asshole.

“OUT OF THE WAY, I’M BEN SONG!”

“He’s just sitting there in shock.” ...damn, what a fucking way to go. Sitting in your recliner as the roof caves in.

And there goes Benny!

“Uh, I’m Mr. Wheeler, I’m good, thanks, bye, don’t be dead.”

For some reason, I thought Ben was going to have another flashback, not... wake up...

Dude almost got crushed to death and blacked out for a few minutes, and he still fucking sprints out of a falling building, Ben Song is the GOAT.

That was the fucking shittiest reflection CGI, oh God...

“Sorry, I just missed this place.” “Well, it’s gone now...”

“Look, I know we almost died, but I FUCKING HATE MOM!”

That is a fucking ballsy ass decision, to use the elevator on the day of an earthquake...

Why are her eyes open so wide? Is she on morphine?

So, by saving their son, they saved all the buildings.

And now the cowboy is calling!

...or Ben is about to rack up a massive phone bill.

I love how Sam had to take three tries to call his dad, and even then that was because Al gave him his last name, while Ben got the phone number on the first try because of pleading, and he immediately leapt out before he could get through on the call.

“I think Ben was trying to leap into the future.” I still say he’s gunning for his mom.

“Old Ben was amazing. But New Ben hit different.”

I love how this how they passed the Bechdel Test.

And Ben leapt into The Exorcist. I fucking can’t wait for next week.

669. Flip it... FLIP IT...

IT FLIPPED, FUCK YEAH, IT’S OFFICIALLY A HALLOWEEN SPECIAL!

Final thoughts: This week was fucking wild, but next week is where it’s at.

#quantum leap #what a disaster #spoilers #Jason X #heavy rain #final destination

[rtgmonika]

Los Castigos Version 2.0 Is Out Now!

Hello everyone! I've updated Los Castigos to its 2.0 update! Here's what's been added! -Backgrounds

Backgrounds will allow you to further flesh out your character's history prior to the game. Here's all 11 backgrounds: 1. Line of Law Enforcement 2. Bootstraps 3. Trust Fund Baby 4. Scorned 5. Fed 6. Anarchist 7. Outcast 8. Underground Medic 9. Former Soldier 10. Black Market Dealer 11. Street Artist The other thing added to this update is the ability to choose your alignment based on your typical alignment chart set up (chaotic, lawful, neutral, good, evil, etc.) I hope you all enjoy this new update! Take care!

#indiegamedev #ai dungeon #devlog

[ecommerceshopifytheme]

Mitho - Multipurpose ecommerce shopify theme

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4+ Minicart style

Unlimited menu

8+ Menu option

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8+ Product layout

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Various Shop Categories

6+ Collection pages

Multiple product grid option(3 & 4)

Multiple product list option

Multiple product pages tab option(3)

Mobile optimized design

Newsletter-popup

Product quick-view

Advanced filter 2.0

Section in every page

Magnific popup integration with product slider images in product page

Amazing 5 stars customer support

Social share features

Build Wishlist

Fully responsive (Tested on multiple devices)

Fully compatible (with all major browsers such as firefox, safari, chrome, ie11+)

Build with Bootstrap 4.X.X version

Modern & clean design

Drag & Drop sections

Shopify fonts

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Color option

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[sublimeobservationarcade]

The Real America Is A Moral Maelstrom

Rich people in the United States tell poor people, especially poor black people, that their poverty is their own fault. The American ethos celebrates the self-made man. The great American delusion is that every individual has the opportunity to make something of themselves. To achieve greatness by pulling themselves up by their bootstraps. That this analogy represents something physically impossible and that it was originally coined as a joke is, perhaps, more telling about America than anything else. Especially as the white folk have rigged the game in their favour a long time back. The real America is a moral maelstrom. President Trump Congratulates Record Breaking Astronaut (NHQ201704240002) by NASA HQ PHOTO is licensed under CC-BY-NC-ND 2.0

The Roots Of America As Slaver Nation

America was a slaver nation with half the country set up around slavery as the economic model. The rest of the country benefitted from slavery through the banks and the financialization of slavery via bonds. There were some 6 million slaves with an average worth of a $1000 per slave – that was a lot of money back then. Abraham Lincoln, the Civil War, and the 13th Amendment put an end to chattel slavery in 1865. However, Reconstruction did not serve the black former slaves well, as the South got around it by their Black Codes and peonage slavery. Jim Crow laws would establish apartheid and keep African Americans repressed as second class citizens for a hundred years. It was not until the Civil Rights protest of the 1960’s that these onerous impositions would be lifted. Americans all over from east to west and north to south took advantage of the suppression of African Americans economically. Blacks were banned from buying property on white only housing estates post WW2. The FDR New Deal reflected the racist heart of the nation because the politics of the time demanded it. The Nazis had looked to America as a role model for their apartheid and eugenics policies in the 1930’s.  Indeed, the US would take in some 10, 000 Nazi party members as new migrants immediately after the war for scientific and security purposes. America remains a racist nation and you can see this evidenced in the health and education systems. Segregation still exists in schools and neighbourhoods across the country. Too few black doctors are a direct result of racist policies by the academic medical training institutions. The imbalance in funding levels between white and black schools and campuses is huge. Democracy in America has failed African Americans. This is not a place to look up to on that score. Photo by J SWING on Pexels.com America’s Identity Politics Greedy and exploitative behaviour hides behind identity politics and social issues. Voters are more motivated by emotive stuff like cultural values than just economics. Populist politicians like Trump and the new radical reactionary GOP clothe their campaigns in anti-woke stances on social issues. They champion socially conservative attitudes about LGBTQIA people and things like access to abortion and immigration. Critical Race Theory has been framed as a socially divisive bogeyman and banned in states like Florida. It seems that sensitive white folk do not want to be reminded of their history, slavery, apartheid, and the ongoing economic disparity between whites and African Americans. Better to ban all that bad news getting out to future generations of Americans. Nikki Hayley, one of the leading GOP candidates in the party’s primary race for the presidency cannot bring herself to mention what the Civil War was all about. The GOP want to whitewash American history in the 21C, as they have for a century or more in schools and colleges across the US. Nobody was taught about Wilmington, North Carolina or Tulsa, Oklahoma at school in America. These historical race massacres were conveniently left off the curriculum, it seems. The GOP & Neoliberal Economic Policies The GOP has led the charge via neoliberal economic policies to dismantle the New Deal over the last 30 plus years. Reagan began the removal of anti-trust laws to allow for the fleecing of middle America by big business. Americans get so blinded by distracting cultural issues that they miss the main game. The divide between rich and poor has never been greater in economic terms. Manufacturing jobs were outsourced offshore to make more money for investors and CEOs. Unions were gutted and their influence made redundant. Both sides of politics embraced the neoliberal way forward. Private equity takeovers have seen healthcare and higher education become unaffordable for most Americans. Money managers have taken over the economy and despite global crashes still rule the roost. Central bank bail outs to the tune of $29 trillion have cemented the power of the banks within the economy. Most Americans despise the system but are locked into it by the two party setup. Conservative voters stick with the GOP because of their socially conservative position, even though the GOP is the party of billionaires and big business. Stupid is as stupid does, I suppose. Photo by Aaron Kittredge on Pexels.com Gun Violence Plagues The US Gun violence continues to kill innocent Americans. “For God’s sake, how much more carnage are we willing to accept? How many more innocent American lives must be taken before we say enough is enough?” asked U.S. President Joe Biden in a nationally televised address in May — days after the deadliest U.S. school shooting incident in nearly a decade. Biden joined the nation in mourning after an 18-year-old gunman wielding a semi-automatic rifle killed 19 children and two adults at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. - (https://www.voanews.com/a/us-gun-violence-soars-in-2022/6876785.html) Photo by Clement Eastwood on Pexels.com Fox News Poisoning America With Lies & Mistruths The polarization of pollical views and increasing tribalism means that many people only consume news from within their own bubble. Fox News is a prime example of this. It was recently successfully sued for $700 million dollars for libelous false reporting about the 2020 presidential election. There appear to be no standards of reporting upheld in the American media by any agency overseeing this. Fake news amid the social media platforms is rife. Trump has been fact checked and found to have lied many thousands of times to his followers on social media. A compulsive liar being elected to the presidency has been a nadir for America. If any one thing can be considered emblematic of the decline of the US it must be this. The re-election of Trump would be terminal in its catastrophic ramifications, not only for the US but for the world. President Trump oversaw close to a million Americans die from the Covid-19 pandemic in one of the richest nations on earth. Many of these victims were African Americans poorly served by the racist health system and medical profession. #UNGA President Donald J. Trump by National Archives and Records Administration is licensed under CC-CC0 1.0 The real America is a moral maelstrom because as odious as Donald J Trump is – it is his supporters who define large parts of the country. The toxic nature of racism exploited by the politics of grievance propels conmen like Trump. Trump is primarily motivated by greed and grifts many millions of dollars from his supporters. They are paying his legal bills right now. Trump has been successfully sued for $83 million by E. Jean Carroll, a writer he sexually abused and then defamed. Trump is about to be fined a further $350 million by the New York state for business fraud. In addition, he is subject to multiple criminal indictments for election interference, the January 6th Insurrection, stealing top secret national security documents, and several other matters. His life and career is like a runaway train and right now it is leaving the rails for a date with his diabolical destiny. If Trump is the champion of America’s Christian Nationalists, white supremacists, and generally loathsome folk I hope his messy demise is a salutary lesson for this self-entitled bunch. “The louder they roar, The harder that they fall.” (The Harder They Fall, Song by Koffee) “Many explanations are proposed for the continued rise of Donald Trump, and the steadfastness of his support, even as the outrages and criminal charges pile up. Some of these explanations are powerful. But there is one I have seen mentioned nowhere, which could, I believe, be the most important: Trump is king of the extrinsics. Some psychologists believe our values tend to cluster around certain poles, described as “intrinsic” and “extrinsic”. People with a strong set of intrinsic values are inclined towards empathy, intimacy and self-acceptance. They tend to be open to challenge and change, interested in universal rights and equality, and protective of other people and the living world. People at the extrinsic end of the spectrum are more attracted to prestige, status, image, fame, power and wealth. They are strongly motivated by the prospect of individual reward and praise. They are more likely to objectify and exploit other people, to behave rudely and aggressively and to dismiss social and environmental impacts. They have little interest in co-operation or community. People with a strong set of extrinsic values are more likely to suffer from frustration, dissatisfaction, stress, anxiety, anger and compulsive behaviour. Trump exemplifies extrinsic values. From the tower bearing his name in gold letters to his gross overstatements of his wealth; from his endless ranting about “winners” and “losers” to his reported habit of cheating at golf. Trump, perhaps more than any other public figure in recent history, is a walking, talking monument to extrinsic values.” - (George Monbiot, The Guardian, 1 Feb 2024) Robert Sudha Hamilton is the author of Money Matters: Navigating Credit, Debt, and Financial Freedom.  ©MidasWord Photo by Elena on Pexels.com Read the full article

#AfricanAmerican #America #culturalidentity #religion #Trump #whitesupremacy

[piyush2002]

WEB DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

web development services have emerged as the cornerstone for businesses seeking to establish a robust online presence. As the gateway to a global audience, a well-crafted website serves as the face of an enterprise in the virtual world. This article delves into the multifaceted world of web development services, exploring their significance, key components, and the pivotal role they play in shaping the success of modern businesses.

The Evolution of Web Development:

Here’s an overview of the key phases in the evolution of web development:

1. HTML Era (1990s):

● HTML (Hypertext Markup Language): The early days of the web were characterized by static HTML pages.

● Limited Interactivity: Websites were primarily informational with minimal interactivity.

2. CSS Emergence (Late 1990s):

● CSS (Cascading Style Sheets): Separation of content and presentation became possible with CSS, leading to improved design flexibility.

● Table-Based Layouts: Initially, web layouts were achieved using tables.

3. Dynamic Content and JavaScript (Late 1990s — Early 2000s):

● JavaScript: Introduction of client-side scripting for dynamic content and enhanced interactivity.

● AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML): Enabled asynchronous data retrieval, reducing the need for full-page reloads.

4. Rise of Server-Side Scripting (Early 2000s):

● PHP, ASP, JSP: Server-side scripting languages gained popularity for dynamic content generation.

● Databases: Increased use of databases for dynamic data-driven websites. 5. Web 2.0 (Mid-2000s):

● Rich Internet Applications (RIAs): Increased use of technologies like Flash, Flex, and Silverlight for richer user experiences.

● User-Generated Content: Rise of social media, blogs, and collaborative platforms.

6. Mobile Responsiveness (2010s):

● Responsive Design: Designing websites to be accessible and user-friendly across various devices.

● Frameworks and Libraries: Bootstrap, Foundation, and others made responsive design more accessible.

7. JavaScript Frameworks (2010s):

● Angular, React, Vue.js: Single Page Application (SPA) development gained traction, improving performance and user experience.

● Node.js: Server-side JavaScript became prominent, enabling JavaScript to be used throughout the entire web stack.

8. API-First Approach and Microservices (2010s):

● RESTful APIs: APIs became central for data exchange between client and server. ● Microservices Architecture: Breaking down applications into smaller, independent services.

9. Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) (2010s):

● Service Workers: Enabled offline functionality and improved performance. ● App-Like Experience: PWAs provided app-like experiences in web browsers.

10. Serverless Architecture (2010s — 2020s):

● Serverless Computing: Decoupling server management from application development.

● Functions as a Service (FaaS): Executing functions in response to events without managing servers.

11. JAMstack (JavaScript, APIs, Markup) (2010s — 2020s):

● Decoupled Architecture: Frontend, backend, and content are decoupled, improving scalability and maintainability.

● Headless CMS: Separation of content management from frontend development. 12. WebAssembly (Wasm) (2010s — 2020s):

● Binary Instruction Format: Allows running high-performance languages like C, C++, and Rust in the browser.

● Improved Performance: Enables near-native performance for web applications.

13. Blockchain and Web 3.0 (2020s):

● Decentralized Applications (DApps): Development of applications on blockchain platforms.

● Web 3.0 Concepts: Emphasis on decentralization, privacy, and user control over data.

14. AI and Machine Learning Integration (2020s):

● Integration of AI: AI-powered features and chatbots becoming more prevalent.

● Automated Development Processes: AI assisting in code generation, testing, and optimization.

15. Low-Code and No-Code Development (2020s):

● Simplified Development: Tools allowing users with minimal coding knowledge to create applications.

● Rapid Prototyping: Accelerated development cycles and reduced reliance on traditional coding.

Types of Web Development Services:

Front-end Development:

Front-end development focuses on the user interface and user experience aspects of a website. It involves crafting visually appealing and intuitive designs that engage visitors. Front-end developers use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create responsive and interactive elements, ensuring seamless navigation across different devices. The goal is to provide users with a visually pleasing and user-friendly experience that encourages them to explore the website further.

B. Back-end Development:

While front-end development deals with what users see and interact with, back-end development handles the server-side operations. Back-end developers work with server-side languages like PHP, Python, Ruby, or Node.js to build the logic and functionality behind the scenes. They are responsible for database management, server

configuration, and ensuring that the website functions smoothly. The synergy between front-end and back-end development is crucial for delivering a holistic web experience.

C. Full-Stack Development:

Full-stack developers possess expertise in both front-end and back-end development. They have a comprehensive understanding of the entire web development process, from conceptualization to deployment. Full-stack development services are sought after for their ability to provide end-to-end solutions, allowing clients to work with a single team throughout the project lifecycle. This integrated approach ensures seamless coordination and efficient problem-solving.

The Significance of Web Development Services

Here are some key aspects that highlight the significance of web development services:

1.Online Presence and Visibility:

● A well-developed website is the foundation of establishing an online presence. It serves as the digital storefront for businesses and

organizations.

● Web development ensures that your brand is accessible to a global audience 24/7, helping you reach potential customers regardless of their location or time zone.

2.Business Credibility and Trust:

● A professionally designed and functional website enhances the credibility of a business. It provides a platform for showcasing products, services, and expertise.

● A modern and user-friendly website fosters trust among visitors, making them more likely to engage with your brand and become customers.

3.Marketing and Branding:

● Web development is integral to digital marketing patna efforts. It enables the implementation of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) strategies, improving the visibility of a website on search engines and driving organic traffic.

● Websites serve as a central hub for online marketing activities, including content marketing, social media integration, and email campaigns.

4.E-Commerce and Revenue Generation:

● For businesses involved in e-commerce, web development is essential for creating secure, efficient, and user-friendly online shopping platforms. ● E-commerce websites facilitate transactions, product listings, and customer interactions, contributing directly to revenue generation.

5.Mobile Responsiveness:

● With the increasing use of mobile devices, responsive web design is critical. Web development ensures that websites are optimized for various screen sizes and devices, providing a seamless experience for users across platforms.

6.Customization and Scalability:

● Web development services allow for customization based on specific business needs. Whether it’s the design, functionality, or features, a tailored website can align with the unique requirements of a business.

● Scalability is crucial as businesses grow. A well-developed website can easily adapt to increased traffic and expanded functionality.

7.Communication and Interaction:

● Websites provide a platform for communication between businesses and their audience. Features such as contact forms, chatbots, and social media integration enable direct interaction with visitors.

● Blogs, forums, and other content-sharing features facilitate ongoing communication and engagement.

8.Data Analytics and Insights:

● Web development integrates analytics tools that enable businesses to track user behavior, gather insights, and make data-driven decisions. This information helps optimize the website and marketing strategies

Conclusion

In conclusion, web development services are the linchpin of a successful digital strategy for businesses. From creating visually appealing interfaces to ensuring robust security measures, web development is a dynamic and multifaceted field that continues to evolve with technological advancements.

As businesses navigate the competitive landscape of the digital realm, investing in professional web development services becomes a strategic imperative. The ability to connect with a global audience, provide a seamless user experience, and stay ahead of technological trends positions web development as a catalyst for growth and success in the digital age.

[quincedigital]

The Evolution of Web Designing

The evolution of web designing has been a fascinating journey, driven by advancements in technology, changing website design trends, and audience expectations. In this article, we will explore the evolution of website design. 

Development & Experimentation (1990-2000)

Here, we will share with you how websites are designed early in those days and now. What are the major differences between 19s websites and 20s website design? 

Text-Based Websites (1990s): In the early days of the World Wide Web, websites were primarily text-based with limited design elements. Basic HTML was used to create a particular page with simple formatting. Those present days designers do not focus on website design they made completely text-based websites with no use of any other layout for designing except heading and paragraphs.

But in this digital era, designers are focused on complete website design using high-quality images, layouts, and text to design their websites. 

Introduction of Graphics and Images (The late 1990s): As internet speeds improved, web designers began incorporating images & graphics into websites. In this digital era, you can see the emergence of animated GIFs & the use of tables based content for layout. Since the 1990s internet speed is not good, that's why designers use very less amount of images on their web pages. 

Rise of CSS (Early 2000s): In the 1990s designers did not use CSS for their website design. Because those early days CSS was not popular and few designers know about CSS. But now Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) gained more popularity, enabling web designers to separate the structure and content of a website from its visual design. This separation allowed for greater flexibility and consistency in design across multiple web pages. Now, most designers use CSS to design their websites. 

Flash-Based Websites (the Early 2000s): Flash-Based Websites gained more popularity after the 2000s. The websites that are made before the 2000s all are simple text-based websites. After the 2000s designers are going to implement this Flash on their website. Now, this time Macromedia Flash was widely used to create interactive and visually rich websites. With the help of Flash, you can add animated menus, video playback, and immersive experiences. However, Flash-based websites had many limitations in terms of accessibility, search engine optimization (SEO), and mobile compatibility.

Web 2.0 and the Rise of User-Centric Design (The mid-2000s): The concept of Web 2.0 emphasized user participation and interactivity. Websites became more dynamic, with features such as social media integration, user-generated content, and interactive interfaces. This era also saw the emergence of responsive design, aiming to optimize websites for various devices.

Minimalism and Flat Design (Late 2000s): Inspired by the principles of simplicity & minimalism, web designers started adopting flat design aesthetics. This style concentrates more on clean layouts, bold typography, and vibrant colors. Skeuomorphic elements, such as realistic textures and gradients, were replaced by flat, two-dimensional visuals.

Minimalism and Flat Design are becoming popular after the 2000s. 

Mobile-First Design (the 2010s): Mobile-First Design became popular after the widespread adoption of mobiles, smartphones, and tablets, and web design shifted towards mobile-first approaches. After the 2010s Websites were designed and optimized for mobile devices, ensuring a seamless user experience across different screen sizes. Responsive design became the norm, enabling websites to adapt fluidly to various devices. 

Introduction of Grid Systems and Frameworks (2010s): Grid systems and frameworks like Bootstrap and Foundation gained popularity, providing pre-designed templates and components that made web development and designing faster and more efficient. These tools help to provide you with a responsive design and help maintain consistency across different websites.

Rich Multimedia and Video Backgrounds (2010s): After increasing internet speeds, websites started incorporating high-quality images, videos, and interactive multimedia elements. Video backgrounds became popular, creating immersive and engaging experiences for visitors. Designers start using multimedia and video backgrounds on their websites to make their websites more attractive and effective for users. 

Modern Web Design (Present days): In modern days, web design has become more complex compared to the 1990s. Now, Present-days web design emphasizes a combination of aesthetics, usability, and performance. Minimalism, bold typography, whitespace, and high-quality visuals are commonly used. The focus is on creating seamless, intuitive user experiences with fast load times and accessibility in mind. Additionally, advancements in technologies like HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript have enabled designers to create highly interactive and visually stunning websites. But in those early days designers were using only text-based websites. They didn't use any images and layouts to design their websites.  Here, we share with you the evolution of web designing (1990s-2000s). Now, you can see the difference between early 1990s website design and present day website design.

#digital marketing and business #digital marketing #website development #quincedigital

[naturalgroup]

The Ultimate Guide to YII PHP Framework

YII is an open-source framework released under BSD license used to create robust and scalable web applications. It is built on MVC (Model View Control) composite pattern. It is an OOP framework, meaning a developer must have basic knowledge of the concept to use YII for web application development. YII creates web applications such as forums, CMS, e-commerce websites, portals, etc. 

It was founded by Qiang Xue in 2008 to control problems such as a slow response to complex pages, difficulty in customizing controls, steep learning curve, etc. Although relatively new as compared to other frameworks, it has successfully placed itself among the top most desired frameworks for web development.

YII has two versions- 1.1 and 2.0. Version 2.0 is a completely rewritten version of the older version equipped with current tools such as Composer, PSR, traits, etc.

Features of YII

MVC

Model View Controller is very popular in design. Its main goal is to segregate business logic from the user interface. This allows the developers freedom to change each part without affecting the other one.

DAO

YII (DAO) is created on top of the PHP Data Objects (PDO) extension which allows permission to different databases management systems (DBMS) in a single uniform interface.

All applications which use YII (DAO) are easily switchable to different DBMS without modifying the data access code.

Authorization

YII has a built-in and customizable authorization system. It has a central piece in the YII which is a pre-declared user application component. This component is representative of the current user. You can check whether the user is logged in or not using this component.

Error Handling

The Error Handling framework is based on PHP 5 exception mechanism. It is built in which eases the error-handling process. Some of the errors which are included are non dangerous errors and dangerous errors.

Testing

This is a major advantage that YII has. It has a built-in PHP testing framework called Codeception which simplifies tasks such as unit creation, and functional and acceptance tests of the applications.

Widgets

They are the “reusable building blocks” used in views to design intricate and programmable user interface features in an object-oriented manner. There are many widgets developed using YII namely active form, menu, Twitter Bootstrap, and j.Query UI widgets.

Why is YII so popular?

YII has a simple configuration making it easier for the developers to build applications on it. 

Social media is an integral part of businesses today. YII gives direct access to the APIs which develop logical integration of social media modules and as a result your business now has a global reach.

Installing YII is easy as you need to follow only two steps: first, downloading the framework, and second, opening the YII release file to the Web access directory.

YII has simple code composition which makes it easy to customize and edit allowing all the applications built on this platform to have the feature of easy customization and editing.

It has MVC (Model View Controller) allowing it to handle a huge amount of requests and queries at one time without slowing down and the caching power of YII is greater than other frameworks which improves the performance of the applications.

The framework is fully equipped with security features that are capable of handling security-related risks such as Cross-site Scripting Prevention, Cookie Attack Prevention, and client-side and server-side validation.

Another major advantage of YII is that it has a large community of experts and developers who provide guidance and help developers in case of any error handling, writing codes, or other issues. For a developer just starting with their career in YII, community assistance is a major benefit.

Where is YII used?

There are numerous industries that use YII for developing web applications, some of which are discussed here.

Skillshare

It is an online education platform that sponsors YII developers and uses their services.

Litnet

It is an online platform for writers available in many languages. Its technology stack includes the YII framework, RabbitMQ message broker, MySQL DBMS, and Memcached and Redis caching systems.

Sonic Electronix

It is a US-based eCommerce seller of electronics. The website uses the YII framework, jQuery library, and CoreJS framework.

Feniex

This is an American company manufacturing visual and acoustic devices. The website is developed using AngularJS for the front end, YII for the back end, and Microsoft Azure for storage.

Conclusion

YII is an open-source PHP framework that is leaving its mark on the tech industry because of a variety of benefits and features that cater to the needs of the developers. It is a quick, efficient, and secure framework which makes it ideal for both large and small web applications. It is ideal to hire a YII developing company as they provide the best services according to the needs of the clients which is beneficial on both sides.

#php framework #yii #web development #website development #web app development

[edwardgdunn]

The Magic 20

A spiritual journey is just that, a journey. While history certainly has record of those who “woke up” in a momentous instant, the truth is that in almost every case there was a very long path leading to that place. It’s a another example of the “overnight success” that really took years. As Malcolm Gladwell has pointed out, it usually takes about 10,000 hours to get really good at something. There simply are no shortcuts.

The last couple of days for me have been an effective reminder of this truth. I have allowed certain circumstances to overwhelm and obscure my walk and cloud my knowing. It took no small amount of pulling myself up by my bootstraps to regain some degree of clarity. The following things that I reminded myself of set me back on the illuminated path. I hope they will help you as well…

Everything happens as it happens, the less we judge and the more we accept, the happier we will be.

Most things in your life are there because you drew them to you in some way in order to learn a required lesson that will move you closer to your ideal state.

There is no such thing as failure, as long as you learn the lesson.

Most of what causes us to suffer is Maya or illusion.

Gratitude for what we have and where we are right now is the basis for most happiness.

Attachment to impermanent things causes suffering and all “things” are impermanent.

Presence and mindfulness in the moment are the cornerstones of happiness.

Time is a persistent illusion. There is only the infinite now.

Preoccupation with the past or the future robs us of the precious moment we are in.

We are all one, all connected at the most elemental level. Harm or ill will toward one is harm and ill will to all.

True peace is only found in compassion and  service to others.

Carrying past perceived hurts or wrongs done to us only serves to further damage us.

We create our reality with our habitual thoughts. Want to change your reality? Change your thoughts.

Words have astonishing power. Both the words we speak to ourselves as well as others. Be gentle.

You are never given a dream without also being given the power to make it come true. The key is consistent, inspired action.

Everything that holds us down is some form of fear and fear simply cannot exist in the same space as love.

Every single day is a new gift, pregnant with possibilities including the possibility to change anything you wish.

Happiness is a choice. It is something you DO not something you find.

Judging is a waste of time.

Expectations destroy relationships. Accept people for who and where they are right now. They too are on their path.

This list of 20 managed to right my course. Every one of them you already know. As a matter of fact, you already know everything you need to know to be happy, helpful, truthful, kind and loving. It’s just that sometimes we all need a reminder. I know I did.

~Edward G. Dunn

Check out the Happiness 2.0 Podcast — https://podcast.edwardgdunn.com/

Read the Happiness 2.0 Blog — https://edwardgdunn.com/blog

#happiness #mental health #self care #personal development #emotional intelligence

[flashlight-smallknife]

I still can’t believe hot mulligan gave us a song about hating yourself in the name of Jesus and it goes SO HARD

I’m so fucking excited that I got a ticket to see them headline cats cradle this summer I rly hope they play it so I can scream-sing “patron saint of all dysmorphic / peeling off my skin to torch it” with the same gusto as “whoever says pull yourself up by the bootstraps is a fucking joke”

Like 6 months ago I earnestly thought they were gonna sell out and become, like, waterparks 2.0 but then they toured with the wonder years and dropped what will inevitably be a top 5 record for me this year

#hot mulligan #my thoughts #tader thots

[youroriginaltimemachinestudent]

BitClout 2.0 Announced as Next Stock Market for People

Los Angeles, USA, April 26th, 2023, Chainwire Today, an exciting announcement was made on decentralized social app Diamond that Bitclout 2.0, the highly-anticipated follow-up to 2021's viral sensation that took the crypto world by storm, has been revealed by the infamous @diamondhands. Bitclout 2.0 aims to build upon the success of the original by introducing several new products and features, effectively turning reputation into an asset class on par with what NFTs are today. BitClout 2.0 is expected to launch with a sophisticated airdrop after the DeSo blockchain's transition to its new Revolution Proof of Stake consensus mechanism is complete. The white paper for BitClout 2.0 can be accessed at bitclout2.deso.com, and the password can be obtained by sending a DM to @bitclout on any DeSo app like Diamond or DeSo Chat Protocol. Bootstrapping A Stock Market for People One of the most groundbreaking new products BitClout 2.0 introduces is Creator Coins V2, a reimagined version of the original trading product that sparked thousands of celebrities and influencers to join the platform. Creator Coins are a new type of asset class introduced by BitClout 1.0 that are tied to the reputation of an individual rather than to a company or commodity, and Creator Coins allow creators, celebrities, influencers, and everyday users to monetize their work in ways never before possible in web2. Since Creator Coins track the reputation of an individual, if Elon Musk successfully lands the first person on Mars or alternatively go bankrupt, it will affect the price of his Creator Coin. Creator Coins V2 are fully backward compatible with V1, allowing users to transfer over seamlessly, and will be tradeable on DeSo DEX, the world's fastest on-chain order-book exchange (showcased by Openfund). Trading activity on BitClout 2.0 will be incentivized with a new $BITCLOUT token, allowing people to accrue fees through Creator Coin V2 trading activity. Bitclout 2.0 will reward early adopters through a sophisticated and viral airdrop scheme that takes inspiration from both BitClout 1.0 and from NFT marketplace Blur. BitClout 2.0’s airdrop mechanics will not only drive trading liquidity but also "content liquidity" by compensating the most active creators on the platform. Creators who post regularly and engage the community will also earn $BITCLOUT tokens through airdrops, adding an innovative new incentive structure for creators never seen on other platforms. People interested in participating in the $BITCLOUT airdrop can start familiarizing themselves with DeSo apps like Diamond, Openfund, Desofy, or DeSocialWorld, and many more listed on deso.com, before the launch. BitClout 2.0 will be built on the Decentralized Social Blockchain. According to the BitClout 2.0 white paper, "DeSo is the only blockchain that can support the storage and indexing requirements needed for a decentralized social platform like BitClout 2.0." This is thanks to DeSo’s vastly-superior content storage costs, which make it finally feasible for apps to extend beyond DeFi to storage-intensive social applications, and much more.

The History of BitClout In March of 2021, a mysterious password-protected link began to go viral. The link allowed users to access a new app called BitClout, created by the pseudonymous founder known as @diamondhands. What started as just a white paper and an associated demo quickly evolved into an addictive worldwide phenomenon, thanks to BitClout's introduction of a novel new concept known as Creator Coins. BitClout and its concept of Creator Coins were initially so viral and engaging that the early prototype alone attracted organic signups from hundreds of influencers and celebrities.  It also spawned numerous articles about its burgeoning "stock market for people," including a long-form piece in the New Yorker. The Next Great Decentralized Social Application  With the launch of Bitclout 2.0, the true power and capabilities of the DeSo Blockchain will be on full display for the world to see. Already one of the fastest and cheapest layer-1 blockchains on the market, DeSo’s move to Proof of Stake is likely to cement DeSo’s status as the industry leader for developers wanting to build storage-intensive infinite-state applications. Once completed, DeSo will inch closer to its final form, "The Sovereign Internet" featuring a "Decentralized Web," enabling developers to deploy censorship-resistant storage-intensive applications at scale from anywhere in the world. Bitclout 2.0 will likely be the first example of what can be built on DeSo post-Proof of Stake, but it won't be the last.  Currently, other proposals are circulating, including Bitfair, the first crypto-native sports betting app, and Pseudo, the first decentralized identity marketplace.  Learn more about the DeSo roadmap and what's next here. About Deso DeSo is a new layer-1 blockchain built from the ground up to decentralize social media and scale storage-heavy applications to billions of users. It raised $200 million and is backed by Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz, Coinbase Ventures, Social Capital, Polychain Capital, Winklevoss Capital, Pantera, and other blue chip funds. Contact Arash Ghaemi [email protected] Read the full article

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Gambol - Multi-purpose Sports Website Template

A multipurpose sports template is a great solution for building your dream sports website or blog. The advantage of using multipurpose sports template is huge. You can create a website for your baseball team, as well as for soccer club. Also it can be used for news, blogging website too. Introducing Gambol a full fledged multipurpose bootstrap template package. You will get modern attractive design and responsive HTML template. In one word if you like to create website for your sports team or club then this is the best option for you.

If you are looking for a website for your sports team and looking for a quick turnaround within a small budget, then you can go ahead with this most affordable option. We prepare the solution only for you, so that you can easily create your sports website with stunning look and feel using Gambol - Multi-sports HTML Template.

Features you will get

1. Sticky Header

2. Banner sliders

3. Overall parallax effect

4. Google font

5. W3c Validated clean HTML code

6. Web 2.0 Technology

7. All responsive Templates

Variety Of Sports

Gambol provides you variety of sports options. You can build a soccer or tennis website as well as cricket club website too. The templates are build with reusable blocks, that's mean you can use any section or block to anywhere and can be easily customized. Here is the list of sports templates, you will get within this package.

o Soccer

o Baseball

o Basketball

o Tennis

o Cricket

o Rugby

Also need to mention a special feature of our template is eCommerce. All of the sports templates are fully eCommerce ready, means you will get product listing page with filter option, cart, checkout, mini cart and login, registration & forgot password modal.

Overall template is super fast, clean & most importantly very easy to customize.