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Azure Function to vectorise PDFs and store in Qdrant container app with OpenAI and Python

Python Analysis

Learn how to code an Azure function app which is automatically triggered when a new PDF is dropped into Azure blob storage, vectorises the PDF contents and stores the vectors in an Azure Qdrant container app. Lot's of moving parts and lots to learn from it, this was a tough one!

June 30, 2024 13 minute read
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Super quick setup guide to playing retro games using RetroPie, Dolphin and Redream

General Review

Learn how to setup RetroPie with a Raspberry Pi 3b+ to play NES, SNES, GBA plus Dolphin for GameCube and Redream for Dreamcast games on PC.

April 13, 2024 6 minute read
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Reflections on digital streaming and reducing smartphone usage

General Review

Find out why actually reducing your technology use might be a benefit, and how to stop using your smartphone so much. Regain your focus from the attention & subscription economy. Includes a quick review of minimalist phone and YouTube Music.

March 13, 2024 12 minute read
Halves of fresh ripe citruses in a row

Solving real-world optimisation problems - a crash course with PuLP

Analysis Python

Explore four optimisation scenarios applicable to the real-world and how to solve these using linear programming with Python and the PuLP library.

February 10, 2024 10 minute read
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Improving Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz speeds after Full Fibre (FTTP) upgrade

General

Discover the steps I took to increase Wi-Fi speeds from 25Mbps to 150Mbps after a recent FTTP upgrade. Maybe you can try some of these to help you to maximise your own connection speeds too!

January 9, 2024 9 minute read
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