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loftwah / invite.md
Created April 12, 2024 03:03
Echosight invite

Subject: Experience the Power of Echosight: Exclusive Invite to Track Your Twitter/X Impact

Hi [Name],

We're thrilled to invite you to be among the first to unlock the true potential of your Twitter/X presence with Echosight – the ultimate social media analytics platform.

As a valued member of our exclusive access list, you now have the opportunity to revolutionize your social media strategy and showcase your impact to the world. With Echosight, you can:

👀 Monitor your posts, impressions, likes, and followers effortlessly 📈 Uncover insights into your top-performing content and engagement rates

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loftwah / steve.md
Last active April 11, 2024 05:35
steve_jobs

Steve Jobs

The Terrible Secret of Steve Jobs

Introduction

Steve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple Inc., is often revered as a visionary and a genius, reshaping entire industries with his groundbreaking products. However, beneath the surface of his technological triumphs lies a complex, often troubled individual with a controversial past.

Early Life and Personality

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loftwah / dev_env.md
Created March 31, 2024 05:14
Loftwah Dev Env

Automating Development Environment Setup with Ansible

  • Ansible Playbook for Oh My Zsh:

    • Write tasks to install Oh My Zsh.
    • Create a template for the .zshrc file to configure themes and plugins.
    • Apply the template to both macOS and Linux systems.
  • Ruby Environment Setup:

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loftwah / echosight.md
Last active March 28, 2024 07:10
What is Echosight?

Echosight: Your Public Social Analytics Dashboard

Echosight is an advanced analytics platform tailored for Twitter/X users who wish to showcase their social media analytics publicly. Echosight provides an engaging public page feature, allowing users to share their social media metrics with followers, stakeholders, or clients, ensuring transparency and real-time data sharing.

Key Features:

  • Public Analytics Page: Share your social media analytics with the world through a public Echosight page, demonstrating your social reach and engagement in real time.

  • Profile Synchronisation: Echosight keeps your public page fresh by syncing your Twitter/X avatar and banner automatically, maintaining your branding consistency.

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loftwah / devops.md
Last active March 29, 2024 11:10
Loftwah's DevOps Pathway

Loftwah's DevOps Pathway

Learning a Programming Language

My journey in DevOps began with learning Ruby. This language laid the foundation for my understanding of software development, enabling me to script, automate, and develop applications effectively.

Learning a Programming Language: A Deep Dive into Ruby

Embarking on a DevOps career often starts with mastering a programming language, and for me, Ruby was the cornerstone. This section will guide you through the process of learning Ruby, highlighting the key areas to focus on and offering practical advice to streamline your learning journey.

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loftwah / concept.md
Created March 21, 2024 23:38
Real Estate Concept

Concept Overview:

Develop a comprehensive real estate platform that transcends traditional buy-sell paradigms, focusing instead on providing renters, landlords, and real estate agents with in-depth property data, user experiences, and community insights. This platform aims to enhance transparency and decision-making in the rental market through detailed property information, user-generated content, and integration of environmental and local news data.

Key Features:

  1. Detailed Property Listings: Offer listings that provide extensive information about properties, focusing on rental experiences, property management, and local amenities, rather than sales.

  2. User Reviews and Ratings: Enable users to review and rate properties, landlords, and real estate agents, creating a Trustpilot-like system for the real estate sector.

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loftwah / blog.md
Last active March 21, 2024 08:21
Echosight

Unveiling Echosight: The Game-Changer in Short-Term Social Media Analytics

As the digital world spirals into an era of endless data, the prowess to not just collect but also comprehend and utilize this data has become indispensable. Enter Echosight, a cutting-edge Twitter/X analytics tool that's setting a new benchmark for social media strategists, influencers, and businesses alike. Here's why Echosight isn't just another analytics platform, but a game-changer in the realm of digital engagement.

A Tailored View for the Fast-Paced Digital World

Echosight fills a unique niche. It offers a specialized, short-term analytical view that’s perfect for events, campaigns, and promotions. In the fast-paced digital landscape, strategies pivot quickly, and the ability to react in real time can set you apart. Echosight's 7-14 day analytical window provides just that—real-time reactions backed by solid data.

User-Centric Analytics: More Than Just Numbers

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loftwah / loftwahs_lessons.md
Last active March 19, 2024 11:48
Loftwah's Lessons

Loftwah's Lessons

Introduction

Hello, fellow tech enthusiasts! I'm Dean Lofts, aka Loftwah, and I've been fortunate enough to have a diverse and exciting career in the tech industry. In this comprehensive guide, I'll share my experiences, insights, and practical advice to help you navigate the ever-evolving world of technology. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, this guide will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed.

My Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Senior DevOps Engineer

My passion for technology started at a young age. Born in 1985, I grew up during the early days of personal computing and gaming. My first experience with computers was using an Apple 2e, which ignited my curiosity and set me on the path to becoming a tech professional.

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loftwah / system_design.md
Last active March 18, 2024 09:52
System Design Guide

Loftwah's Ultimate Guide to System Design: A Comprehensive Analysis of Linkarooie

Introduction to System Design

System design is a crucial aspect of software development that forms the backbone of building robust, scalable, and maintainable systems. It involves understanding the system's requirements, defining clear specifications, and creating a detailed blueprint that guides the development process. A well-designed system architecture ensures that the system can handle growth, adapt to changing needs, and deliver a seamless user experience.

In this guide, we'll embark on a deep dive into the world of system design, using Linkarooie, an innovative platform for managing and synchronizing online presence across popular platforms like Twitter/X, Instagram, and Facebook, as our case study. We'll explore the functional and non-functional requirements, system architecture, components, and various considerations that go into designing a complex system like Linkarooie.

Linkarooie: Revolutionizing Online

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loftwah / landing_page.md
Last active March 11, 2024 01:56
Landing pages

Gay Fish Landing Page Creation Guide

Introduction

This guide is designed to assist the Gay Fish team in developing a cohesive, impactful landing page that showcases its innovative product suite, drawing inspiration from other well-crafted landing pages.

Objective

Create a landing page that encapsulates the essence of Gay Fish's brand while effectively promoting its key products: ai.fish.lgbt (AI chatbot), studio.fish.lgbt (graphics studio), feetchair.fish.lgbt (feature flag service), and lgbt.fish (URL shortener).