The Dutch Disease and Nauru
/ EconomicsThe Dutch Disease phenomenon illustrates the economic pitfalls that can arise when a nation’s prosperity is overly reliant on a single resource sector, leading to detrimental impacts on other industries and overall economic stability, as exemplified by the case of Nauru.
DALL·E 3 Aims to Fix Its Weakest Link: User Prompts
/ TechnologyDALL·E 3 is an extraordinary step in AI image generation, creating a profound impact on how we visualize concepts and ideas. Users are often amazed by the simple act of providing a prompt and having the model respond with a creative, highly detailed image that seemed to emerge from thin air. However, what many users don't see is the intricate process occurring behind the scenes, where DALL·E 3 is actively working to enhance what is arguably its weakest link - the initial user prompt.
Guide to JWT Authentication in Django
/ TechnologyJSON Web Tokens (JWT) provide a secure method for transmitting information as a JSON object between parties. This article explores implementing JWT authentication in Django, covering installation of necessary dependencies, setup steps including generating a secret key, and code examples for generating and verifying JWTs.
3 Quick UI/UX Tips to Wrap Up 2023
/ TechnologyIn this post, I share three essential UI/UX tips that I have found particularly beneficial in enhancing digital design. These insights focus on the importance of implementing smooth transitions, leveraging the power of whitespace, and optimizing OpenGraph images for a more engaging and user-centric online presence.
The Inflation Tax
/ EconomicsInflation is a concept that affects us all, often in ways we don't fully comprehend. While many people are aware of its existence, they may not realize that it functions as an invisible tax on their financial well-being. Inflation erodes the purchasing power of money, leading to the phenomenon known as the 'inflation tax.'
Economies Need Banks; Banks Need Confidence
/ EconomicsThe recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank has sparked public interest. The Fed quickly mobilized to protect against their biggest threat - public perception. Implementation of funding programs and the posture of being able to lend freely might be able to save face at the moment, but how will this affect the economy long term?