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Docker (1): Introduction

Docker (1): Introduction

Docker is a containerization application that allows you to deploy software, along with environments and deploy it on another device. I.e. OS/Application-level virtualization. This allows us to create an isolated environment without the need to create a new virtual machine, making them lightweight and efficient. The way docker

Creating a LINE bot w/ Flask - Conversate with your Bot

Creating a LINE bot w/ Flask - Conversate with your Bot

In 1966, there was a bot named ELIZA, a psychotherapist who has the ability to communicate with a patient. She was written by Joseph Weizenbaum to mimic the rogerian physician, Carl Rodgers, well-known for rhetorically answering his patients. Here is an example of ELIZA in action: ELIZA: Is something bothering

Creating a LINE bot w/ Flask - LINE Messaging API

Creating a LINE bot w/ Flask - LINE Messaging API

I think that the most interesting part of a chatbot (or conversational agent) is that it actually allows the developer (company) to directly communicate with its end-users (customers). We're currently limited to echoing the text messages only if they are sent by our user to us. Are there

Creating a LINE bot w/ Flask - Getting Started

Creating a LINE bot w/ Flask - Getting Started

The first case I was handed since arriving at NCKU was a LINE chatbot. It was the third (and final) year of the project and it seems like it has been written/handed down by multiple people, and collaborated with many people. So, it's kind of messy. Since

Cron - Linux Job Scheduler

Cron - Linux Job Scheduler

What is cron? A Linux sysadmin could automate multiple tasks using bash commands. But say, what if we want to run a certain script everytime we reboot? Or, backup our system every Tuesday at 12 a.m.? This is where cron comes in handy. cron allows a sysadmin to schedule

Shell Scripting 101

Shell Scripting 101

We've talked about Linux and some basic bash commands in the past. But sometimes the job of a system administrator is lengthy and repetitive. This is where shell scripts come in really handy. Shell scripts is a program that includes a sequence of shell commands. Conceptually, shell scripts

Ubuntu: The Free, Open-source OS

Ubuntu: The Free, Open-source OS

When I was in high school, I learned in computer class on how to install an operating system on a PC. One day, I got an old HP Mini 1100 PC that has a Windows 7 OS, and it was just hell. That's when I first tried Linux.

Notion: All-In-One Collaboration Workspace

Notion: All-In-One Collaboration Workspace

Introduction Notion is a cross-platform workspace that allows users to collaborate on projects, tasks and notes. Notion also allows you to import files such as .csv, .html, .md etc. You could even import from other sources such as Evernote, Google Drive, Invision, CodePen... Why choose Notion? With HackMD, It'

Outline VPN: Everyone could host a VPN now

Outline VPN: Everyone could host a VPN now

What is Outline? Outline is an open-source VPN that is licensed under the Apache License 2.0. Outline is a created by Jigsaw with the goal of allowing journalists to have safe access to information, communication and report the news. It is well known for its ease of use and

VPN: Secured and Uncensored

VPN: Secured and Uncensored

We learned that our data is transfered through the Internet in forms of packets. But, how could we ensure that the our data is transfered securely and not intercepted by man-in-the-middle attacks (esp. when there is free WiFi)? This is where virtual private networks come in to mind. Virtual Private

Google Colab: a free Python Notebook w/ Tesla K80 GPU

Google Colab: a free Python Notebook w/ Tesla K80 GPU

With machine learning being a big buzz in recent years, everyone is jumping on the ML bandwagon. Most people would suggest using the Anaconda distro for Python. But if you're not familiar with installing programming environments, Google's got your back. Introducing Google Colabotory, a free Python

Markdown: a decent typesetting syntax

Markdown: a decent typesetting syntax

L34P.tk was built on DigitalOcean VPS and Ghost CMS (which uses a Markdown editor for writing posts). Markdown is a lightweight markup language that has a simple writing syntax, making it very easy to read and write. Many famous platforms, such as HackMD, GitHub, and even Reddit, uses Markdown

Starting a Blog (2): Ghost CMS

Starting a Blog (2): Ghost CMS

L34P.tk was built on DigitalOcean VPS and Ghost CMS. Those who've got a server running for the first time would most probably think, "What next?", which is a good question. Many are overwhelmed by the possibilities of what you could do with a website and

Starting a Blog (1): DigitalOcean VPS

Starting a Blog (1): DigitalOcean VPS

L34P.tk was built on DigitalOcean VPS and Ghost CMS. Anyone who is inspired to create their own website/blog could follow these steps to start to do something... anything... whatever you want to do with your website that is (at a very cheap price too, IMO). Digital Ocean Like

Starting a Blog (0): About the Name

Starting a Blog (0): About the Name

When I started this website, my sister asked me what does the name represent? Which would be a rather common question asked for those who are visiting for the first time. So I decided to write a post regarding the name itself. Naming is part of the branding process. You