In this podcast, Todd Ogasawara and Jon Westfall discuss:
- Todd finally created a Mastodon account: @mobileviews
- Google VPN now part of Google One lowest tier package ($20/year). Took it for a spin. It works on Android, iOS, Windows, and Mac. But, oddly, it does NOT appear to work with a Chromebook.
- Bard now helps you code
Catching up with Bing/GitHub Copilot. It can also help write function for Google SheetsI can help you write functions for Google Sheets in a few ways. First, I can help you understand the syntax of Google Sheets functions. Second, I can help you debug your functions. Third, I can help you improve the performance of your functions.
Here are some specific examples of how I can help you with each of these tasks:
Understanding the syntax of Google Sheets functions: I can help you understand the syntax of Google Sheets functions by providing you with examples and explanations. For example, I can show you how to use the SUM() function to add up the values in a range of cells.
Debugging your functions: I can help you debug your functions by identifying and fixing errors in your code. For example, I can help you identify errors in your function arguments or in your logic.
Improving the performance of your functions: I can help you improve the performance of your functions by optimizing your code. For example, I can help you avoid unnecessary loops or calculations. - Thinking aloud: Can Bing/Bard help keep mainframes running?
Harking back to my misspent youth thinking about how to emulate/preserve domain-based knowledge.I wonder if LLM + old-school rule-based expert systems might be useful in domains with few human experts. - Discussion Topic: What do you want to see at WWDC (6 weeks away) Rumors starting to heat upMacRumors Roundup
- Jon’s Mini Rant: Why is duration calculations such a stupid thing in MS Excel (e.g., See this)
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