Nathaniel/Natanahira (he/him)
@nathanielflick.bsky.social
I believe the big bang happens repeatedly, like a heartbeat. I'm another one of those bass-playing (https://nathanielflick.bandcamp.com/album/dusk) UX Engineers (nathanielflick.com) who believes in accessibility and inclusion for all.
"The Industrilalisation of Intelligence" is an apt description of current events.
The "it's inevitable" argument has been used throughout time by a stronger force attacking a weaker one. Imminent Domain, anyone?
I'm really loving having Github Copilot as a code reviewer. Anyone else I know using this for PRs?
Props to Unknown Chapter here in chch on St. Asaph Street - amazing brekky and coffee, a great way to start a Friday! www.unknownchaptercoffee.co.nz
HOME | Unknown Chapter Coffee Roasters
Unknown Chapter Coffee Roasters brings you world-class coffee in the heart of Christchurch. Our offerings change throughout the year depending on harvest times of coffee producing origins.
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Breaking news: people who don’t know what they are talking about are still being know it alls
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/re...
Return the Total Mobility subsidy to 75% and let us go out and about with dignity
The reduced subsidy is coming at a time when many people are already struggling with the rising cost of living, and risks limiting people with disabilities’ access to work, healthcare, grocery shoppin...
our.actionstation.org.nz
Another allyship pin. Once they're gone, they're gone - my supplier doesn't make them anymore. pocomoto.co.nz/product/safe...
Safe Here Pin - Poco Moto
New: A "You Are Safe Here" pin - that probably means a lot in any context but this pin sends a powerful message that'll go a long way in this day and age.
pocomoto.co.nz
Sign the petition: Press Pause On New AI Data Centres action.greens.org.nz/pause_ai_dat...
Press Pause On New AI Data Centres
The Green Party is calling for a one-year pause on the construction of new AI data centres, so we have time to develop clear rules to make sure that the needs of people and planet are put first.
action.greens.org.nz
With AI data centres stealing resources, everyone else is now feeling what Native Americans have been feeling for centuries.
All the misers hoarding their imaginary symbols of time units on a unique planet that cannot be replaced.
Watched my daughter level up in Krav Maga - so proud!
I wrote a thing: nathanielflick.com/ai/dont-buil...
Don't Build a Pile of Burning Wheels: Pragmatic AI for Developers - Nathaniel Flick
Don't build a pile of burning wheels. Learn how to drive AI tools using senior developer principles, structured Markdown guardrails, and disciplined prompting.
nathanielflick.com
Laughed outloud seeing this message while ai was processing a request for me: "Summoning Clippy".
I'm keen to see movies with new plots and some intrigue. Kinda done with the Marvel/Greek myths thing.
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The Stop Trump Act will root out all the rats in the US Government. Whomever doesn't think it's a good idea will run scurrying back under the cupboard. crockett.house.gov/media/press-...
Congresswoman Crockett Introduces STOP TRUMP Act to Prevent Taxpayer-Funded Political Payoffs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) introduced the Stop Taxpayer-funded Reimbursement for Unlawful Misconduct by Presidents Act — or the STOP TRUMP Act — to block taxpayer...
crockett.house.gov
Has this made it into your feed yet? Suffice to say Mamdani isn't fucking around! Preach, brother. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZuV...
Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal.
YouTube video by NYC Mayor's Office
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I'm blown away the blind spot some people have to rich people being the root of many of society's problems today.
On one hand, David Seymour says people need to get back to work, but he's unwilling to help keep those jobs afloat. Wanker. www.stuff.co.nz/business/361...
‘Abandonment and disbelief’ for 60 mill workers set to lose their jobs
The Japanese-owned company announced on Wednesday it had completed consultation and made the decision to proceed with the closure.
stuff.co.nz
Turn your phone on silent at work. Your grumpy coworkers will thank you.
Gully path progress. So fun to walk on!!
Not enough smart, emotionally stable and curious people in the world yet ...
I feel for Kaikōura I was there a month ago and marvelled at its beauty I kept missing whenever I passed through.
My totally irregular reminder that if you are a new poster from Ōtautahi, let me know and I'll add you to the list. If you follow it, you'll also be able to keep up with fellow Ōtautahi residents and businesses bsky.app/profile/did:...
I feel bad for Egypt, Argentina pulled off a win 2 goals down.
For good sportsman ship the US should keep their formerly red carded player benched. If not, the game is rigged.
I reckon the Portugal vs Spain is going to be intense. I hope Mexico can pull out a win against England.