ShowNotes of @mjkabir

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Oct 07, 2024 08:20 PM PDT

Podcast for Startup Founders

I am interested in podcasts, so I am exploring everything about them. Here, you will find my notes on starting a podcast to rank to everything else.


22   7  
Oct 16, 2024 07:25 PM PDT

Home Electronic Lab

I am finally starting my electronic tinkering lab with my two boys. We aim to build small gadgets for fun and, eventually, a single device, combining all our tinkering knowledge. I always wanted to do this for years but waited until my little one was 11 so we could all play at the same table. I have converted my blackjack playing table into my science station. In this note, I will document the progress and details as much as possible.


6   12  
Oct 06, 2024 02:23 PM PDT

Grants for Startups

Starting and growing a successful business requires access to the right resources, including funding, mentorship, and strategic support. For startup founders, finding the best platforms to secure grants, venture capital, and crowdfunding can be crucial to turning an idea into reality.


Whether seeking government grants, joining accelerator programs, or exploring equity crowdfunding, this list provides a comprehensive guide to the most impactful platforms and grant programs available. From popular platforms like Kickstarter and Techstars to niche opportunities like the Amber Grants for women-owned businesses, these resources can help startups at any stage secure the capital and support needed to scale.



16   4  
Jun 01, 2024 09:11 AM PDT

Startup Marketing & Growth Hacks

These marketing and growth hacks are a collection from various platforms, and I haven't tried them yet.



Enjoy,


Kabir

68   7  
Jul 20, 2024 10:50 AM PDT

Cold / Warm Lead Generation for Startup

Generating leads can be one of the toughest challenges for startups, but it's the lifeblood of growth. In this note, I’ll dive into cold and warm lead generation strategies, sharing effective techniques and resources to help you build a consistent pipeline of potential customers.



Here are concise definitions for cold and warm leads: 

  • Cold Lead: A prospect without prior interaction with your company or product. They may not be familiar with your brand and haven't expressed any interest in your offerings. Cold leads require more effort to engage and convert, as they need to be educated about your value. 


Warm Lead: A prospect who has shown interest or engagement with your business. This could be someone who has visited your website, downloaded content, or interacted with your brand through social media or email. Warm leads are typically easier to convert because they already have some awareness of and interest in your product or service.These distinctions can guide how you approach each type of lead in your startup's outreach efforts.

97   16  
Sep 19, 2024 04:25 PM PDT

Infrastructure Security for Startups

Launching a public website or app is a must for all tech startups. Some startups are software companies, so they should know what software/services they need to keep their infrastructure safe and secure. 


I will share some pointers that might help you if you are unsure how to enhance your security on a small budget. Expect to spend 5-15% of revenue for on going security.



53   15  
Aug 27, 2024 04:09 PM PDT

Belly Fat Reduction Research

Yep, it's bugging me in the mid-section. Time to lose the mid-section!


6   1  
Aug 09, 2024 01:14 PM PDT

AktiFul Project

Inspired by the recent student-led revolution in Bangladesh, I have created AktiFul, a project that focuses on delivering technology, knowledge solutions, funding, and sponsorship opportunities for Bangladeshi youth.



Official Website

Official YouTube Channel


33   3  
Aug 25, 2024 07:12 PM PDT

My Future E-bike To Be!

I love riding bikes. I live in a hilly area of Rocklin, and with regular biking, I am limited in how far I can go, as I have the stamina to return home!


I have been thinking about an e-bike to increase my range of exploration, and I will share my research here.


7   2  
Aug 19, 2024 11:41 PM PDT

16  TB Media Backup for My M1 Mac Mini

As I started using my Sony A7R V camera, the photos are taking a toll on my local storage infrastructure. I have exhausted my 2TB Mac Mini M1 disk and almost exhausted a 4TB external Samsung drive. I have been trying to compile all my photos from early 2000 to 2024, and so this local backup of mostly family photos and videos is taking a massive toll on my storage infrastructure. 


So, I created an SSD solution using RAID 0 (zero) for maximum storage. Here is how I did it.


16   6  
Apr 18, 2024 10:28 PM PDT

My Primary Camera: Sony A7R Camera

After owning a pro-grade Canon DLSR camera for 15 years and collecting tens of thousands of dollars worth of Canon lenses, I wanted to upgrade my photography game and wanted a mirrorless full-frame camera. After months of research, I got the Sony A7R Mark V. I will share my notes about this camera as I learn how to use it.



I have added an everyday-use camera to my gear list.


234   96  
Jul 12, 2024 10:28 PM PDT

Startup Directories

This is a list of startup directories where startup founders can submit their startup to be listed.



Need to review:

https://gist.github.com/eonist/ed69ee70e9784bc310d643176e194ddc

146   28  
Jul 28, 2024 11:04 PM PDT

Finding Buyers Online

Using the following buyer's intent tools you can explore who are potentially looking for your tool or service.

9   4  
Jul 28, 2024 08:56 PM PDT

How to Reduce Belly Fat for Men

Mid-section has been an issue for a long time, and I am seriously considering working towards a reduced belly fat self-image, so here is my ongoing research on how to go about this.

28   11  
Mar 23, 2024 06:02 PM PDT

Yellowstone Trip 2024

I am super excited about making a group (family and friends) trip to Yellowstone in the Summer of 2024. Here, you will find all notes on Yellowstone related to traveling accommodations and exploring this super volcano's impressive beauty and wonder!


RELATED NOTES:


ATTRACTIONS:

Old FaithfulGrand Prismatic SpringYellowstone LakeNorris Geyser BasinMammoth Hot SpringsUncle Tom's Trail, and West Thumb and Grant’s Village


YOUTUBE PLAYLIST:

Great Videos By a History Teacher




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Jun 05, 2024 05:26 PM PDT

My SEO Journey

I decided to document my SEO journey for ShowNotes.

I am using a set of tools:




Great Content is the best sales Tool in the World

111   29   1
Mar 27, 2024 01:46 AM PDT

Cool Chrome Browser Tips & Tricks

I love these tips and tricks.


111   23  
Jul 22, 2024 07:45 PM PDT

Weird Windows Tips and Tricks

Compiling some for amusing my kids who use PC for gaming.

47   9  
Jul 21, 2024 08:47 PM PDT

Tennis Info for my Kids

My boys—11 and 15—are playing tennis with me, so I am researching good YouTube videos to teach them the sport's techniques, rules, and gear. Once they have the basics down, I will hire a trainer soon.



66   13  
Jul 14, 2024 09:27 PM PDT

My Everyday Joy Camera: Leica D-Lux 8

My primary camera is a Sony A7 Mark V, and I already have a Sony ZV 1 as a backup camera, but I decided to toss it out and get an everyday camera I can take with me in most places.


88   14  
Jun 17, 2024 11:16 AM PDT

Digital Product / Service Distribution Channels

I am researching distribution channels for digital products and services, so I will share my research with fellow founders here. In July, I will add notes for those I plan to engage in ShowNotes app distribution.


168   41  
Jul 19, 2024 09:46 AM PDT

Tools to Generate Leads & Sales for Your Startup

Generating leads and sales is crucial for the growth and success of any startup. Here are various tools and strategies that can help your startup attract and convert potential customers. This comprehensive approach includes partnerships, referral marketing, content marketing, employee hiring, paid media, warm outreach, affiliate marketing, and cold outreach.


This note was inspired by @natiakourdadze 

56   6  
Mar 15, 2024 11:33 PM PDT

Best Tools for Web Developers

Web development is fun but requires extensive tool expertise to be most effective. I will list a set of tools I have used over the years.


113   19  
Jul 17, 2024 01:37 AM PDT

Amazing Mac Commands

If you are not using command line tools using terminal and scripts, you are missing out half the fun and productivity.


22   5  
Jul 16, 2024 11:39 AM PDT

Startup Payment Platforms

There are too many payment platforms and confusion is rampant in the web and app payment area. I will shed some light into this space.



8   1  
Jul 16, 2024 11:46 AM PDT

Discord Communities for Startups Seeking Clients

 I am not a big fan of Discord, but some marketing and startup gurus swear by it, so I am compiling a list of communities that use the Discord system.


6   1  
Jul 16, 2024 11:32 AM PDT

Slack Communities for Startup Clients

I am researching a list of Slack communities that might be interesting to explore for first dozen customers.


23   2  
Feb 20, 2024 11:33 PM PST

Business Communities on Slack, Discord, Etc.

You can join many business communities to explore building business relationships and product awareness for what you are building. I am going to list them here.


159   14  
Jul 15, 2024 09:37 PM PDT

Turn Web App into a Native iPhone or Android App

Modern websites or progressive web apps (PWAs) are excellent solutions, requiring no downloads and running smoothly in native browsers. I usually advocate against building native apps for Apple or Android unless necessary features can't be implemented in a PWA or web app. Many users, especially younger generations, prefer not to type URLs or save websites as bookmarks. In this context, downloadable apps improve engagement. However, building completely native apps can be resource-intensive, and web-view-based apps offer a great compromise. Benefits include:


  1. Faster, cheaper development
  2. Consistent user experience
  3. Easy maintenance

Adhere to platform-specific guidelines and requirements to launch ShowNotes web-view apps on Apple's App Store and Google's Play Store. This ensures a valuable user experience and respects user privacy. Web-view-based apps balance native apps and web-based solutions, making them suitable for businesses and developers.



Some third-party services will create this web-view wrapper app for anywhere from $99 to 500, and some will even deal with Apple and Google App stores for you at an additional cost. In short, a realistic budget for a web-view app for a basic PWA app would be anywhere from $500-$1500.00. 

54   16  
Jul 15, 2024 01:08 PM PDT

Startup Subreddits

These subreddits are great for tech founders.

20   3  
Jun 28, 2024 01:52 PM PDT

AI Detectors and Counter Measures

There seem to be great interest in AI detectors and counter measures so I am investigating this myself. My notes are public and on-going.


55   15  
Jul 11, 2024 11:48 PM PDT

Tech Founder's Demo Channels

I am exploring publicly available Slack channels, YouTube channels, etc., where tech founders can present their products to a small to large audience for free.


27   3  
May 31, 2024 11:30 PM PDT

ProductHunt Javascript Hacks

I am planning to create a Chrome Browser plugin for PH to manage followers.

This is an ongoing note.

54   9  
Jul 11, 2024 08:03 PM PDT

Why Use Uclusion for Your Dev Team?

Uclusion is an innovative task management platform designed to streamline team collaboration, combining communication, assignments, and status updates into a user-friendly app. It's often described as an "asynchronous IDE for collaboration" that replaces traditional team meetings, Slack, and Jira by automating team feedback through a range of developer-specific workflows, backed by an inbox and add wizards. Uclusion aims to make team collaboration more efficient and effective by providing a modern, all-in-one solution for managing tasks, assignments, and communication. It's an opinionated approach to task management that aims to revolutionize how teams work together.


David Israel, a co-founder of Uclusion, invited me to try out his product using the free version. He helped set up the initial workspace, and I asked one of my QA team members to join to check it out.  Before introducing it to the rest of my engineering and QA teams, who are very stubborn about what they use daily, I thought of creating a Pros and Cons ShowNotes.




Uclusion aims to modernize software development by replacing outdated practices with an integrated, developer-first approach. It focuses on asynchronous collaboration and minimizes meetings. However, it may not suit all teams and requires careful consideration of its automated and opinionated processes.

126   14  
Jun 30, 2024 11:35 PM PDT

My Q3 2024 TODO

Here is my TODO list for Q3 2024

22   6  
May 31, 2024 10:16 PM PDT

Practical Modern Web App Development

This is a note for beginning web developer who want to use modern concepts.

44   6  
Jul 01, 2024 07:38 PM PDT

Best of Rocklin and Surrounding Towns

When you live in a town for fifteen years or so, you get to know the best places. I love Rocklin and the surrounding areas including Roseville, Lincon and Auburn.


I decided to make a ShowNote about the things I love in Rocklin and the surrounding towns.


75   17  
Jul 01, 2024 11:07 PM PDT

Elementary Debate Program I

I am proposing a friendly introduction to debate and public speaking for our kids in 9-12 year range (5th grade to 7th grade) and this note will serve as the primary document to outline the details.


If you are interested, contact me via WhatsApp to join this program.



The program is designed with following in mind:

  • Encourage, positive reinforcement and a supportive environment.
  • Ensure that topics are simple and relatable for the age group.
  • Provide resources like books, articles, and videos to help kids understand their topics.
  • Keep the sessions interactive and fun to maintain enthusiasm and interest.
  • Keep judges unbiased and not related to the kids participating in the final event.
143   72  
Jun 30, 2024 10:40 PM PDT

Top AI Scientists Around the World

AI scene has been forked into two paths: engineers building AI products for market and AI researchers aka scientists who are exploring fundamental science behind artificial intelligence. I am interested in the fundamental AI science and its progress so I am building a list of top AI scientists around the world.


96   13  
Jun 28, 2024 02:14 PM PDT

Cool Learning Tool for Kids

Researching this for my kids.

43   4  
Feb 19, 2024 11:44 PM PST

SEO 101

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is still very important for Web-based SaaS companies. I am sharing my notes on this topic.


62   8  
Jun 24, 2024 11:48 PM PDT

Write Faster and Hopefully Better Code with AI Tools

Software developers are adopting more and more LLM and other LLM-powered third-party tools and co-pilots to help them with mundane and or routine programming tasks like generating generic code snippets to code documentation to even test code or documentation. This speeds up development, QA/QC and acceptance and so there is a lot of AI tools in the market. 


I use LLMs like ChatGPT directy and do not use copilots yet so I decided to research the new and trendy tools and see what the hype is all about. First step is to compile a list of them and then try them out. I am sharing my research so you can save some time and


Be aware that I haven't used these tools yet but compiling a list from various sources.



50   6  
Mar 18, 2024 01:11 AM PDT

Elementary CS Resources for Summer 2024

Summer is coming soon, and parents are planning supplemental courses for their kids during summer break. I firmly believe that summer must be fun and educational for kids. Otherwise, summer can cause kids to lag in their next academic journey cycle. In his 2008 book Outliers: The Story of Success, Malcolm Gladwell points out how summers can be a crucial differentiator for kids' education.


In this communication, I will delve into the benefits of computer science resources for elementary school kids, particularly those in the 5th and 6th grades. These courses not only introduce children to the world of technology but also foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which are essential in today's digital age.


I have already purchased two courses for my 5th-grade son for this summer.


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Jun 22, 2024 01:26 PM PDT

iPhone Pro Camera Apps for Photo and Video

If you are using the default camera app on iPhone Pro, you're missing out!


99   15  
Jun 17, 2024 12:28 PM PDT

Photo Editing Software

I am finally ready for some decent photo editing software. Here is my research.


89   16  
Apr 09, 2024 12:17 AM PDT

Mac Software I Love to Use

I have been using following software on Mac (M1, M2) for some years and love them.

73   12  
May 26, 2024 10:46 PM PDT

G.E.T - Recipe for Success

Like most people, I have been thinking about the recipe for success. There are too many variables involved in real-world success. Many attribute success to luck, some to being in the right place at the right time, and some to sheer perseverance. All of them have merits. But I wanted to be able to "engineer" a recipe for success that I could easily share with kids -- my boys. So, I have watched dozens of videos, read many books, and considered it a lot. Here is my recent attempt at making it simple to explain and focus on the key things that I think matter the most. This does not mean there is nothing else involved in success. But these are my key findings.


G.E.T - Grit. Education. Track.



143   23   1
Feb 09, 2024 07:54 AM PST

Amazing Audio/Video AI Tools for Creators

I love how AI is helping new creators with low-budget create fantastic content. For example, it would be super cost prohibiting to create a translation of your best YouTube video startup presentation or pitch deck in multiple languages and forget about doing that with video dubbing and all the A/V tricks that are only available for startups and entrepreneurs with financial backing.

Well, no worries. I have been researching A/V tools that work with the latest Artificial Intelligence technologies and make it possible for solopreneurs, small startups, or any new creators to create killer content.

While the results may vary, I'm thrilled to share this research with you. These AI tools can significantly lighten your content creation load, freeing up your time and resources for other crucial tasks.

159   58   1
Jun 15, 2024 09:37 PM PDT

Shows to Watch

Friends recommended these shows:


93   9  
Apr 26, 2024 05:08 PM PDT

Photography Basics

I love photography but always need to remember the terms and details. That is so surprising since I am a super technical person.  So, I need to refresh myself on this subject occasionally.


  • Aperture sets the depth of field
  • Shutter Speed sets motion blur
  • ISO sets the gain of the sensor


Remember this fantastic quote:

The best camera is the one with you!
83   22  
Jun 10, 2024 02:22 PM PDT

Best Forums for Startup Founders

I am looking for networking with startup founders, so I am researching this and sharing it here.

110   9  
Jun 03, 2024 12:18 AM PDT

What are the best newsletter platforms

I have been thinking about creating a monthly or bi-monthly newsletter but have yet to really do it. First, let's find the right platform. Here is my research for finding the right platform.



Please note that Mailchimp and Substack are two major products in this category, but they are much more than simple newsletter platforms, so I don't cover them here.

117   14  
May 16, 2024 10:00 AM PDT

Product Hunt Launch Tips from Founders and Marketers on PH

For our future launch I am compiling a list of tips that are shared again and again by successful launch founders and other marketers. Of course with my 2¢ so take them with a large grain of salt.

Your comments are welcome! 

80   16  
Jun 04, 2024 01:30 PM PDT

SEO Link Building Strategies for Startups

I am researching the backlink building strategies for ShowNotes so I will share them here as I find them.

92   8  
Jun 04, 2024 10:13 PM PDT

Geeky Places to Go in New York City

I am sure you will find all the classic and trendy places to go to but I wanted to make a list of all the geeky places to go to and share with you.


60   8  
May 29, 2024 08:06 AM PDT

Rocklin Pictorial Gallery

I love taking pictures of my town.

58   6  
Jun 11, 2024 12:12 PM PDT

Startup VC Databases

I found some VC databases that startups can use.

103   8  
Jun 11, 2024 08:46 PM PDT

Best Workplace Humar Clips

I am compiling some fun clips to share with staff members :)

136   13  
Jun 08, 2024 03:40 PM PDT

How to Get First 100 users for free

My quest is to try unscalable marketing to acquire users for ShowNotes.

133   14  
Jun 09, 2024 05:34 PM PDT

Alternative Tools for Canva

Canva is great. But I am wondering if other competitions are catching up to Canva yet. So exploring the alternatives here.


21   1  
Jun 09, 2024 05:19 PM PDT

University of Cambridge Free Courses

Cambridge is a top university in the world. I am interested in exploring some courses there in person one day. But until then, some remote courses—FREE—are here.



113   11  
Mar 18, 2024 07:05 PM PDT

Which LLM is Right for You?

There are so many Large Language Models (LLMs) out there that many of my friends are confused about which one is the best. So I decided to make this note for them.


91   23  
Apr 22, 2024 11:24 AM PDT

My Mac Audio/Video Setup

I am working on getting my Mac Mini (M1) audio set up using R0DECASTER DUE with an external USB mic and an M2 Macbook Pro; I will share my research here.


126   20  
May 22, 2024 08:49 PM PDT

My Bangladesh

Welcome to My Bangladesh. This note will give you the background information about the presentation on Bangladesh delivered at Valley View Elementary School's first-ever multicultural event.


I have added additional information to provide more details that couldn’t be shared due to the scope and audience. I hope this will help teachers and parents gain some insights into the state of modern Bangladesh.


271   106  
Jun 04, 2024 06:22 PM PDT

Top Foods High In Antioxidants


Replenishing antioxidants in the body may help protect
against oxidative stress and lower cancer risk.


Antioxidants have gained significant attention for their health benefits. They can be found in a wide range of foods and are crucial in eliminating cancer-causing free radicals and promoting overall well-being. The USDA acknowledges that antioxidants effectively remove free radicals, which can damage cells and lead to severe illnesses if left unchecked.


Health professionals have harnessed the power of antioxidants in the treatment of various conditions, such as stroke, neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, and brain injuries. Moreover, antioxidants have shown promise in slowing down and even preventing the development of certain types of cancer. With such a wide range of health benefits, it's no surprise that antioxidants have gained popularity in recent years.



145   19  
May 24, 2024 04:55 PM PDT

AI Education for High School Students

I am looking for AI courses for my 9th-grade son, so here is my research on this topic.


96   9   2
Jun 02, 2024 09:53 PM PDT

Google Analytics Alternatives

Google Analytics is illegal in some European countries, including Austria, France, Italy, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Sweden has even issued the first significant fine of €1 million for using Google Analytics. In the search for Google Analytics alternatives, I have found some solutions that work, and I am sharing them here.


Reasons to Choose Alternatives Over Google Analytics:

  • Owned by Google: Largest ad-tech company, leading to privacy concerns.
  • Bloated Script: Affects site speed and performance.
  • Overkill: Too complex for most site owners' needs.
  • Privacy Liability: Complicated compliance with GDPR, CCPA, etc.
  • Cookie Consent: Requires user consent to store cookies.
  • Inaccurate Data: Blocked by many plugins and browsers.
  • Extensive Privacy Policy: Demands a detailed privacy policy.
  • Referral Spam: Data can be skewed by spam.
  • Proprietary Product: Trust issues with Google's data handling.
  • User Experience: Necessitates annoying consent prompts.
16   2  
May 30, 2024 06:34 PM PDT

How The AI Chatbots See the Massive leak of Google’s Search Algorithm API Documentation

It would be interesting to see how different AI chatbots research this topic. So here are my findings.



Once I had collected all the responses from the popular AI chatbot, I used the PRINT feature of this ShowNote to create a PDF and fed that to ChatGPT (GPT-4o). I asked it to generate a chart showing which AI chatbot was more pessimistic about the leaks, using a score of 1-100, with 100 being the most negative and one being the least negative.



99   27   1
Mar 15, 2024 06:34 PM PDT

Vanilla Javascript Tricks for Websites

Sometimes you need vanilla JS to do tricks on websites.

16   2  
May 20, 2024 07:37 PM PDT

LLM API for Startups

Accessing LLM in your apps is going to be almost a requirements in the near future as users demand natural language interaction with your tools. This is why learning and using LLM API capabilities is a big plus for any startup or solo developer.


Here I will share my research into this topic.


111   10   1
May 14, 2024 01:44 PM PDT

Javascript Widgets

Some great widgets

124   10  
May 20, 2024 12:45 AM PDT

Amazing Open Source Tools for Startups

I am researching open source solutions for startups.

88   8  
May 19, 2024 09:51 PM PDT

Macro Photography with Sony A7R V

I am very interested in macro photography and here you will find my research on this topic.

192   15  
May 25, 2024 12:54 PM PDT

CSS Nightmare Meds for Backend Devs

I wouldn't say I like HTML and CSS tweaking. Thanks to ChatGPT and its siblings, backend devs are no longer talking to human designers who always seem to find ways to screw up code with fancy CSS crap. Yep, they do. They break your code blocks, and eventually, you pull out each other's hair. So, I have listed a few CSS frameworks that work well for non-frontend devs.

86   8  
May 24, 2024 11:57 PM PDT

Vector Database Development

I am investigating vector database development for AI embedding purposes and here I will share my research and findings.


122   8  
May 24, 2024 03:56 PM PDT

Recipes for Success

My quest for finding recipes for success.


86   21   3
May 23, 2024 08:07 AM PDT

Apple Products I Don’t Use

Most people who know me knows that I am an Apple fanboy and buy a new iPhone every time it comes out! But I don’t buy every Apple products and this note shows what products I don’t buy and why!


68   29   1
May 22, 2024 04:26 PM PDT

My Gadgets

Some friends always ask me about my gadgets so here are my favorite one.

94   11  
May 05, 2024 11:01 AM PDT

Founders United X Spaces

I will post the Founders United X spaces links here to be available for anyone who wants to join.


The purpose of these X spaces is to get to know each other and their respective projects, discuss how to help each other in the upcoming launches and get more detailed help and advice from each other.


114   27   2
May 20, 2024 06:53 PM PDT

Commercial Humanoid Robots

I am going to buy a humanoid robot some day so I like to keep track of the progress. I am highly unlikely to buy a robot from China because of the fear I have of Chinese government's ethics and mission. But I am listing everything In find so that I can see where things are going with humanoid robots with AI.


Now if you are a Blade Runner fan, you must remember the final scene of the dying slave replicant, Roy Batty...



If you are unfamiliar with Blade Runner and this reference here, please what this video too.

52   5  
May 20, 2024 02:41 PM PDT

Netflix Shows / Movies I Want to Watch

I recently unsubscribed from Netflix since I wasn't watching it and neither was my entire family. My kids hardly watch TV and wife v1.0 spends most time in gardening. So it was a waste of $$ to keep netflix sub for so many years.


But now that I don't have it, I am finding new movies and shows that I want to watch.

So I am going to build up a list here and then subscribe again.


117   10  
May 16, 2024 10:29 PM PDT

Why So Many Startup Fails?

There are many reasons for startups to fail but I think following reasons are the most important ones:


I will elaborate these points in the notes below.

37   26  
May 14, 2024 10:47 AM PDT

My Travel Bucket List

Finally, I decided to put together a public bucket list for my future travels. This is totally incomplete!

78   18  
May 14, 2024 12:06 PM PDT

Group Trips 2024-2025

I am putting together a list of potential group trips as a flyer.


20   1  
May 14, 2024 12:38 AM PDT

Inbound Email API with Webhooks

I am researching email SaaS solutions that has inbound email API with webook capabilities for our INTEVOMAIL solutions. To create redundancy, we need at least two providers.

10   2  
Feb 22, 2024 09:08 PM PST

ShowNotes V2 Feature List

Here is a list of feature ideas that we are going to explore. You can request more in the comments.

16   8  
May 05, 2024 04:17 PM PDT

Yellowstone Activities Beyond Sight Seeing

I plan to do one or more of these activities besides the typical touristy sightseeing activities. If any of you want to join, please comment on the activity or contact me via the WhatsApp Group.


203   64  
Mar 19, 2024 10:13 AM PDT

All You Can Eat SEO & Voice Search Optimization

As the world embraces artificial intelligence (AI) and voice assistants, some may question the relevance of search engine optimization (SEO). However, dismissing SEO would be a mistake, as these technological advancements are not supplanting traditional search engines—they’re enhancing them. AI-powered chatbots and voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant rely heavily on search engines to provide accurate and relevant information. They use natural language processing to interpret user queries and fetch the best answers from search engines like Google.

57   8  
Apr 23, 2024 09:45 AM PDT

Great Yellowstone AirBnBs

My group is exploring staying at big and awesome AirBnBs near the west entrance of Yellowstone Park. Here are my findings so far.


I am only looking at 6+ bed AirBnBs so far. I haven't found one that can accommodate all seven families. So we might have to divide it up into two different Airbnbs.


I am also looking exclusively near the western entrance of Yellowstone Park.


221   103  
Apr 28, 2024 03:23 PM PDT

Things to Do in Yellowstone

Beyond the typical sightseeing by driving around, I am exploring what other things we can do together or separately during our group trip. So this note will be used for keeping a list of these activities.

86   6  
May 02, 2024 01:35 AM PDT

How to Clone a YouTube Playlist

Do the following using the Chrome browser on a desktop or laptop computer:


Step 1: Copy the Playlist Address (URL)

You can visit the playlist you'd like to copy and copy the playlist address from the browser's address bar.


Step 2: Go to Your YouTube account

  • Go to Youtube.com
  • Using the Switch Account option under the currently logged-in user, switch to the desired account.


Step 3: Paste the Playlist Address

Paste the already copied playlist address on your browser's address bar


Step 4: Replace the 'www' in the address with 'music'

The playlist address starts with 'www.youtube.com/...', change 'www' to 'mujsic.youtube.com/...' and press enter.




Step 5: Save the Playlist

You will see a Save button on the screen. Click on it and save the playlist to an existing or new playlist.






Now, you have the same playlist as the original on your account, and you can order the videos by dragging and dropping them as you wish.

77   16  
May 01, 2024 09:19 PM PDT

Startup Funding 101

I am exploring startup funding for side projects, and a few of my friends are in the same boat, so I am putting together my research for all of us.

18   3  
Apr 29, 2024 08:03 AM PDT

Early Stage Founders Checklist

Must founders who are in a prefunding, early stage need to check information in this list. I wrote this from personal experience in creating a new startup recently. The research is ongoing so expect corrections and updates.

73   15  
Apr 25, 2024 09:24 PM PDT

Basic Linux Cheatsheet 101

This is a list of basic Linux commands that beginning Linux devs and users should know by heart. My 9th-grader son is learning this as part of his cybersecurity education at home :)

101   30  
Apr 26, 2024 10:01 AM PDT

Linux Cloud Tools

We need tons of tools to manage, monitor, and secure Linux-based cloud infrastructure. I will share some of them here for folks you are getting started.

43   5  
Mar 19, 2024 08:09 AM PDT

Tech to Speed Up Development and Growth in Startups

I am compiling a list of tools that I need to explore for speeding up development to growth.

16   1  
Mar 13, 2024 01:27 AM PDT

My Three Decades of Programming Language Choices

I wrote my first program in Sinclair BASIC in 1988 and have been writing software professionally. In this note, I will share my honest opinion about various programming languages. 

63   6  
Mar 06, 2024 10:32 PM PST

Soloprenur Starter Kit

If you are starting out in a soloprenurship -- your very first business -- these tools and tips will help you.

55   8  
Mar 14, 2024 10:02 AM PDT

Freemium SaaS Go to Market Strategy forB2C

I have been investigating B2C go to market strategy for launching a simple subscription based Software as a Service (SaaS) and here is a quick 30 thousand feet overview for the strategy that I am exploring a lot.

13   2  
Mar 13, 2024 07:44 PM PDT

How to Build, Launch, and Grow Your Next Tech Project

I am trying to create a simple step-by-step guide for future tech founders and myself. This is my compiled notes on a high level with some specific details.

12   1  
Mar 16, 2024 12:37 AM PDT

Email Marketing 101

Email is NOT dead.

I honestly believe it and see it in action based on my enterprise customers spending hundreds of thousands of dollars every year on email marketing.


I am compiling a list of tools and techniques for helping me use email marketing effectively. You can enjoy my open source research to save you some time!

179   19  
Mar 16, 2024 01:01 AM PDT

Planning ProductHunt Centric Launch

I am actively exploring ProductHunt and here is my notes on how to go about launching using ProductHunt (PH)


Why launch on Product Hunt?

A top Product Hunt launch can supercharge your startup's growth by increasing brand awareness, website traffic, customer acquisition, and media attention. It also attracts early evangelists and investors while providing valuable product feedback from tech enthusiasts to refine your roadmap.

37   16  
Apr 10, 2024 10:51 AM PDT

Best AI Tools for Founders

I use many AI tools to manage my startup marketing and research tasks.

I will share the AI tools I use on a daily basis.

108   15   1
Mar 19, 2024 12:02 AM PDT

My One Liners for 2024

I love thinking about complex topics and coming up with a single sentence to represent as I see fit. Here are some of my most recent one liners with some explanations.

34   4  
Apr 19, 2024 11:39 PM PDT

Streaming with Mac

I am exploring streaming with a Mac and this is my notes on how I am going about it.

19   2  
Mar 25, 2024 09:08 PM PDT

Grass Notes

I have been exploring the Grass project by Wynd Labs in Canada. All my notes related to this project can be found here. I like this project, so I wanted to provide as many insights as possible for anyone to explore this. Do your own research.


DISCLAIMER

If you join Grass to become a node by installing the Chrome / Brave plugin, you do so at your own risk. I have provided my views, and I do participate in the Grass network, but I am not responsible for your decisions.



343   109  
Apr 07, 2024 09:06 PM PDT

Go To Marketing Platforms for Founders

I am compiling a list of Go To Marketing Platforms for my launch of ShowNotes.

109   14  
Feb 28, 2024 11:42 PM PST

Books that Changed My Life

OK, everyone asks about the books that changed my life. So here is a list of books that I found really amazing and have influenced me on many levels.

100   15  
Mar 02, 2024 05:03 PM PST

Web3 Tools

Since Web3 / crypto is heating up. I need to go back and track some past investments.

So I am exploring tools that might be useful to you too.

87   29  
Mar 09, 2024 11:24 PM PST

Solana in a Nutshell

When Solana came out, I was facinated with its technology, and the steller team.

44   12  
Apr 09, 2024 12:58 PM PDT

My Notes on Product Hunt as a Go-to-Market (GTM) Platform

I have been on Product Hunt for the last few months and in this note I will share my findings about the usefulness of Product Hunt (PH) for launching a consumer facing digital product or service such as the ShowNotes itself.


DISCLIAMER

I haven't yet launched ShowNotes on PH so not sure how it will go so this info is just what I have in my mind based on my experience with the folks who use PH on a regular basis.

56   9  
Apr 04, 2024 02:44 PM PDT

Photos of Yellowstone

I am looking forward to our trip to Yellowstone this summer.

Here are some pictures of Yellowstone that is inspiring me to take some time to shoot my own during the trip.

117   21  
Feb 08, 2024 10:07 PM PST

A Programmer's UI/UX Tool Kits

I wouldn't say I like front-end development. But I hate dealing with front-end "designers" even more. So I like UI/UX tools that make my life easier in building a reasonable prototype, or alpha or even a beta version, as long as I don't have to use any of the traditional front-end tools or talk to a designer.

In this ShowNotes, I will share a set of tools I love when dealing with the front-end. My experience with them were positive, so I am sharing them with you. Your mileage will vary based on your experience, expertise, interest, and, most of all, patience levels.
Cheers.
187   167   2
Feb 24, 2024 05:21 PM PST

Unhealthy Things I Buy from Amazon!

My wife (v1) has a ban on these Amazon products, but I discreetly purchase them through my business Amazon accounts. These items not the healthiest choice, yet I find them irresistibly satisfying. Proceed with caution!!

228   102  
Mar 21, 2024 08:46 PM PDT

Simple Javascript Tricks for Any Website

I often use Javascript to do interesting things with external websites. They are harmless to the site as the changes that are affected are all temporary. I am thinking about developing a Chrome plugin that will deploy my favorite Javascript mods on to sites that frequently visit. Here are some tricks that I use from time to time.


I use Google Chrome so the instructions are for this browser. Your milage on other browsers will very.


Most of these small vanilla Javascript tips that require no external libraries, needs to be applied on a target website by following these common steps:


  1. Open the website where you want to change the text in your Chrome browser.
  2. Right-click on the webpage and select "Inspect"  to open the developer tools.
  3. Navigate to the "Console" tab within the developer tools.
  4. This is where you can run JavaScript code on the webpage.
  5. Copy the entire code for the specific hack in your clipboard
  6. Paste the copied copde into the console and press Enter.
  7. This will instantiate the code in the context of the current webpage. 
  8. Then follow specific instructions in the commented header section.


Disclaimer

These are strictly for educational purposes only. You should not apply these tricks on websites without explicit permission. It's crucial to highlight the importance of ethical behavior and respect for digital properties.

140   65   1
Dec 26, 2023 02:14 AM PST

Explore the Amazing World of AI!

Join us for a fascinating zoom session where tech expert Alex Johnson will showcase the latest artificial intelligence tools and how you can use them in your everyday life.Alex will walk you through cutting-edge AI applications for work, creativity, and productivity in this interactive demo. See how machines can now generate human-like writing on demand, converse naturally through voice assistants, create original art and music, automate mundane tasks, and so much more.

Whether you're a total newbie or looking to take your tech skills to the next level, this session has something for you. Bring your favorite device and prepare to have your mind blown by the creative possibilities of artificial intelligence today. You’ll leave feeling inspired, empowered, and excited to incorporate these brilliant tools into your life.Discover abilities you never knew you had – reserve your spot today! This is one zoom you don't want to miss!
66   7  
Mar 15, 2024 11:56 PM PDT

My Wordpress Recommendations

I dislike Wordpress a lot.

But my friends  keep using it and keep asking me for recommendations.

I have SME company VPs using WP for their pet projects so its very dangerous for them to use random plugins and get their site hacked. Yep, it has happened. So I decided to make a list of my recommendations here.

81   13  
Jan 12, 2024 10:54 PM PST

My Predictions for 2024

These are more of what I think will happen this year on certain topics of interest. If I were right about my predictions, I would be somewhere else. But I like to think about these things. Don't rely on this info.
974   724  
Mar 05, 2024 03:03 PM PST

Web Security Tools

Tools that we use to do some interesting stuff.

124   19  
Mar 15, 2024 11:48 AM PDT

Solana Trips and Ticks

Here are some of my tips and tricks that I compiled.

117   18  
Mar 16, 2024 11:18 PM PDT

Startup Accelerators

I never considered this route to build a startup. However, using statup accelerator is appropriate for many startups. For example, if you need a decent size AWS grant from AWS Activate for startups, you need to be associated with a startup accelerator.  Self-founded founder led startups do not get more than $1K in AWS Activate grant whereas incubator based startups can get up to $100K in AWS Activate credits. This is just a simple example of the benefits. There are tons of mentoring and funding connection benefits for being part of an incubator system.


So I have compiled a list of them that you can explore.

100   15  
Mar 01, 2024 11:07 PM PST

Amazon AWS Services Simplified for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses

Amazon AWS is a maze of services. You literally need to have a two to four year of tinkering with it to get the hang of how to go about using AWS effectively. But most entrepreurs and small businesses cannot afford an AWS expert with 2-4 years of expertise. We have been using AWS since its inception in our enterprise tech business and now implementing many of the services for our ShowNotes and other related projects. So I decided to document a set of notes about few of the services that can be reasonably easily deployed by soloprenurs, entrepreneurs or small businesses.

32   9  
Mar 15, 2024 05:50 PM PDT

CDN for Startups

Congrats! If you think you need a Content Distribution Network (CDN), you are moving up the chain! CDNs are quiet expensive so I have been exploring how to manage CDN cost for my primary company for years. 



95   8  
Mar 05, 2024 11:44 PM PST

Future Gadgets to Buy

I am gadget head and love finding new gadgets. This note will help me keep track of my wanted gadgets.

13   2  
Feb 17, 2024 06:04 PM PST

AI Jargon and Buzzwords Explained for Mare Mortals

AI space is full of buzzwords and jargon. I will use this note to keep track of the ones I hear in my daily AI exploration through X and other mediums.


36   14  
Feb 20, 2024 07:37 PM PST

Product Hunt Secrets

Launching a SaaS on Product Hunt is a great way to start the SaaS journey. I have never done it, so I am compiling notes to help me understand the details. You get to see my research for free!


Some notes:

  • Advertising on PH is expensive. $3.5/click with a minimum budget of $5K


100   13   1
Feb 27, 2024 08:04 AM PST

Go To Market (GTM) Platforms

As I prepare to launch ShowNotes for a public release, I am considering various GTM platforms for eyeballs, backlinks, and potential users. So here is my current research on this topic that might help you launch your product.

298   31  
Feb 17, 2024 01:05 PM PST

AI Voice & Video Generators

AI voice and video generators are in high demand. People always ask me about these tools. I only use an AI voice generator for a podcast I started called AI for Mere Mortals. I plan to explore video generators in the future, so here is my compiled list of tools to try out and review.

464   237  
Feb 21, 2024 06:25 PM PST

Migrating From Closed Source to Open Source LLM

My notes on tips and tricks on switching to OSS LLM.

74   16  
Feb 09, 2024 11:57 PM PST

My Inbox.AI

Many folks ask me about new AI tools every day.
I am trying to keep track of some of the interesting ones here in this show note.
101   29   1
Mar 03, 2024 08:27 PM PST

Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy Principles

I am learning GTM strategies and here is one based on three simple principles.

30   7  
Mar 03, 2024 08:38 PM PST

Go-to-Market (GTM) Resources

I am listing some of the resources I found during my GTM research.

15   1  
Feb 29, 2024 10:45 PM PST

Awesome Fruits to Fight Cancer

I love the five fruits mentioned in this note. As a family, we consume organic fruits as a big part of our daily diet. Kids eat a plate of mixed fruits cut from whole organic fruits at home daily. We never buy precut fruits from stores. 


We grow many fruits and vegetables, even with minimal growing spaces around the house. Our obnoxious HOA, police our front yard and backyard and the surrounding golf course has strict restrictions on what can be grown in public view of the property. So, we are limited, but my wife has grown many exotic fruits that she imported from southern California and Florida.


54   20  
Feb 10, 2024 12:50 AM PST

My Favorite AI Guys on 𝕏

X connects industry leaders and innovators in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Renowned scientists like Dr. Yann LeCun engage alongside a community of knowledgeable practitioners. These experts generously share insights and discoveries, elucidating complex technologies for the public. Their commitment to education creates open access to leading advancements in AI.


The knowledge and compassion freely exchanged within this impactful network inspires hope. Rapid technological shifts demand inclusive spaces where people explore developments together. X spaces foster illuminating dialogue we all benefit from.

83   28  
Feb 18, 2024 11:21 PM PST

Product Market Fit

I am investigating how to address Product Market Fit (PMF) for ShowNotes so I am using ShowNotes to keep track of my research in this area.  Product Market Fit is an extreme important matter for any startup or new product of an existing company.


Product market fit is when a product's features and capabilities closely match what a specific market segment wants and is willing to pay for. It indicates that the right product is being offered to the right customers at the right price. Achieving product market fit validates that there is sustainable demand and interest in the product, and that growth is possible by further improving the product for the target customers. Simply put, it means the product resonates with and satisfies its intended market.


Some of my key points that I liked from my research:

  • Avoid vanity metrics - downloads (doesn't mean anyting if they are not active)
  • Use real metrics - retention (active users) and usage
  • New user data may skew retention metics (watch for it)
  • Have a great and fast release cycle
62   15  
Feb 19, 2024 11:37 AM PST

Popular LLMs

You would think everyone knows them by now!

I still get asked for a list of LLMs beyond ChatGPT.

So I created this note.

33   10  
Feb 21, 2024 06:20 PM PST

State of AI

My notes on AI stuff that I am interested in learning more about.

13   1  
Feb 20, 2024 07:46 PM PST

Product Beta Launch 101

I will share my B2C product launch beta preparation with you here.

248   35  
Jan 11, 2023 12:00 AM PST

HowTo: Delete Your Data & Account

To delete your data and account forever from ShowNotes, go to your profile page and find the section at the bottom that shows:



Choose Delete Me and confirm that you want to delete everything. Once confirmed, the data is deleted from our system.

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