i’ve taught students who are new to programming who try to justify their use of LLM code tools with self deprecation — “i’m bad at this”, “there’s no way i could ever figure it out on my own.” i wish i knew how to get through that the actual value your college tuition pays for is access to live human beings whose job it is to give you the kind of help you’re seeking from the LLM. that those human relationships are what give life meaning & there are so precious few opportunities to create them

Three generations of our family were protesting together on highway 101 today.
I wore my Good Trouble t-shirt and we rolled out our newest banner. Our middle grandson designed a bright and eye catching message. Lots of older folks stopped to say that they were happy to see young people. There was actually a range of ages from small children to my ninety something year old friend. The majority appeared to be seniors though.
Lots of anti MAGA and pro democracy furor.
I get teary when I protest because my body can't figure out what to do with so many feelings. It is truly hard to absorb the chaos and atrocities of the last six months.
Proud to stand with all who stand in solidarity and resistance.
Looking forward to being on the winning side eventually.