DawnCodes

Had a productive morning. Trying Dopamine starvation for the first two hours of each day and it's helping a lot. As they say, one should "eat the frog" first, I have been subjecting my sluggish brain to a gruelling hour of Maths practice for the first work slot. Ever since I got to know about this part of the brain called the 'anterior mid-cingulate cortex (aMCC)' from Dr. Huberman and how it links to willpower, tenacity, and goal-directed behavior, I am on a mission to build on this and boost my performance levels. For the past two years, ever since I got done with my Master's, my brain has grown complacent and my computational, reading, learning powers have taken a massive hit. I am trying to build that house back brick by brick.

All posts are written for everyone, including those with no prior computer science education. If you know how to write an email and have used a computer at least sparingly, you are qualified for understanding these posts. :)

What is a DDoS

What are the types of malware

Vulnerabilities and Exploits (old and somewhat outdated)

Example of how malware can enter your computer

What are botnets and sinkholes

How does passwords work

Guide for getting a safer password

Here are various malware-related posts you may find interesting:

Stuxnet

The North Korean bank heist

5 vintage famous malware

Trickbot the Trickster malware (old and not up to date)

jRAT the spy and controller (old and not up to date)

Evil malware

New to Linux? Here's a quick guide for using the terminal:

Part 1: Introduction

Part 2: Commands

Part 3: Flags

Part 4: Shortcuts

If you have any questions, request for a topic I should write about, or if there is something in these posts that you don't understand, please send me a message/ask and I'll try my best to help you. :)

- unichrome

These are a bunch of different resources I've collected over the years on data structures, algorithms and other computer science topics. Some of them I've shared before, but others might be new to you.

📝 Algorithms and data structures implemented in JavaScript with explanations and links to further readings  

Algorithms, 4th Edition (online content for book)  

Crafting Interpreters (book)  

Computer Science from the Bottom Up (book)  

Dive into Systems (book)  

How to Design Programs (book) 

How Does a Database Work? | Let's Build a Simple Database

Putting the "You" in CPU  

The Algorithms  

The Missing Semester of Your CS Education  

A lot of them are books, which makes sense because the topic is one that we tend to learn in school. But they're still a good resource to keep reviewing your data structures and algorithms and to learn more about other interesting computer science-y topics such as the way the CPU works and how to build an interpreter for your own scripting language.

I put together some links to various JavaScript resources, including a couple of books, beginner tutorials and guides, as well as more advanced topics such as clean code and design patterns.

You Don't Know JS Yet (book series) - 2nd Edition.  

Clean Code concepts adapted for JavaScript  

Eloquent JavaScript (book)   

masterJS - All-In-One, free resources and collections related to JavaScript

Modern JavaScript Cheatsheet

Patterns.dev - Modern Web App Design Patterns  

The Modern JavaScript Tutorial

As I find more resources worthy of adding to the list I will be sure to update it.

you pet your dog and the atoms that are you brush up against the atoms that are him, and the electrons that are you press into the electrons that are him, and both of them change their movement.

electrons of course are not really particles and do not really move.

• keeping small + manageable promises to yourself daily

• healing your attention span (ex: reading books, watching movies without scrolling, letting yourself be bored)

• moving from "I'll try" to "I will"

• reframing pain + difficulty as often where the growth happens

• showing up as the person you want to be

Study because it opens doors. Knowledge is your ticket to new opportunities. Whether it's landing your dream job, travelling the world, or just being able to hold your own in any conversation, the more you know, the further you can go.

Study because it builds discipline. Setting aside time to study teaches you valuable skills like time management and self-discipline. These habits will serve you well in all areas of life, long after you’ve closed the textbooks.

Study because you want to improve yourself. Self-improvement isn't just about hitting the gym or eating right. It's about feeding your mind and growing as a person. Each study session is a step towards a better, more informed you.