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Letter no. 15
Dear reader from the future, How do you build your life around material possession these days? Does the market still lure you into endless consumerism or help you live your life with less? Systems really do shape how we live our lives, isn’t it? It’s a curious thing that after not seeing my friends for Read more
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The things we left behind
They are things we consider essential, valuable, or even sentimental. Perhaps, those are the reasons why we acquired them. But there are moments where we are forced to let go of some of them, if not all. And the pain of separation is real. However, as we move farther and farther away from them, we Read more
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Reasons why you feel differently across social media platforms
Have you ever wondered why different social media platforms also evoke different impressions on you? That’s probably because of how they’re built to their core. From Facebook Knows Instagram Is Toxic for Teen Girls, Company Documents Show: “Social comparison is worse on Instagram,” states Facebook’s deep dive into teen girl body-image issues in 2020, noting Read more
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The future of poultry farming and the next pandemic
Yes, we’re all asking when will all this end. And it’s even overwhelming to think of another pandemic, should it happen. But since history rhymes, it’s good to pay attention to the signals and current trends so that the future won’t catch us off guard. And if you’re a fan of eating chicken, then it’s Read more
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Takes a lot of getting used to
When we didn’t have any choice but to stay in our homes a year ago, we felt lost. And for a time, we were unable to continue our lives the way we wanted to. But then, being human, we learned to adapt and shape a new way of life. So we carried over online the Read more
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Exploring QGIS: Covid-19 total cases, recoveries, and deaths in Davao Region, Philippines
This time, I narrowed the focus to Davao Region, Philippines, using the Department of Health Covid-19 tracker data. It’s interesting how the cases and recoveries in the region are related, while deaths are higher in Davao City and its neighbors: Davao del Norte, Compostela Valley, and Davao del Sur. Read more
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Exploring QGIS: Map of the Philippines, classified by region
Yes, I don’t just blog every day. I actually have work to keep the lights on. No, mapping is not something I am paid for. But being an enthusiast of data visualization, I decided to explore this freeware because it sure comes in handy later in my career. You might want to try it out Read more
