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I don't know how Tik Tok does it and honestly I don't know how its algorithm works. It can't be algorithm though.

I just went to get a quick bite outside and got myself a $2.99 Jamaican beef patty. I paid with cash, didn't use my credit card. By the way, I also didn't bring my cellphone with me since it was just a very short distance, just a short walk. I had no electronics with me at all. Somehow, when I opened Tik Tok on my wifi-only tablet with no cellular connectivity, which I left at home, a few minutes later it displayed a video about a Jamaican beef patty. It's really strange... can't be a coincidence.

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GitLab is a complex piece of software. If you are planning on upgrading your self-hosted GitLab machine to a new major version, you need to follow this documentation: https://docs.gitlab.com/ee/update/

Also, use the Upgrade Path Toolbox from here: https://gitlab-com.gitlab.io/support/toolbox/upgrade-path/?edition=ce to ensure that the upgrade is smooth and safe.

For instance, if you currently have gitlab-ce version 15.11.10-ce.0 and want to upgrade to version 16.10.1, you have to perform the following upgrade one-by-one:

  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=15.11.13-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.0.8-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.1.6-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.2.9-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.3.7-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.4.5-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.5.8-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.6.7-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.7.7-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.8.5-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.9.3-ce.0
  • apt-get install gitlab-ce=16.10.1-ce.0

See - https://gitlab-com.gitlab.io/support/toolbox/upgrade-path/?current=15.11.10&edition=ce&downtime=true

 

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At the mercy of Google when all my data (Google Apps) is in the cloud:

Gmail Error 500 Code 93
It has been down for the last 3 hours and I can't do any work. Furthermore, when trying to report a problem:
Google Groups - Error #463
Edit - update: confirmed:
Google Apps down (April 17, 2012)

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I believe Netflix is currently down ... it has been down since 5pm. At first, I thought I forgot my password, then when I clicked the "Forgot password" link, it sent me an e-mail with a link that took me back to this page again. I called the hotline +1 (877) 499-4427 and they said they are currently experiencing "problems with website and video streaming". Oh well.

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This is definitely the funniest race start fail ever! LOL

 

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I'm back! It has been a while since I updated this blog, so I'm going to continue writing whatever comes to mind. I've submitted my resignation from the company that I currently work for. It's sad to leave a great company with great people to work with, but I have an upcoming project that has already been paid for in advance. I'm going to continue as a freelance web developer and also develop babygekko's CMS. We'll see where things will develop from here.

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Well worth it for this useful little proggie - only $10.00

http://www.mirc.com/register.php?coupon=MIRC-SWV0-MNKL

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Wishing everyone a happy & safe holiday!

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Coolest stuff I've seen in Chile. I filmed this video 3 years ago and just come accross it in Val Paraiso. Awesome street acrobat performers. Hats off!

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I am moving back to Canada by January 2008 and I have to start selling my stuff before Christmas. Among other things is my car - a black, 4-door, 2000cc Mitsubishi Eterna 1990 with 17inch racing tires. The odometer reads 200,589 kms as of today. I'm still using the car so expect a few more kilometres by the time you see it. I've had this car since March 2006 and got the engine all fixed (I spent Rp. 15,000,000 to get it all fixed). I've replaced all the four tires with new Bridgestone in 2006 and the engine condition is still excellent as well. The only thing is that I've crashed the rear bumper against a wall in a Canggu (the street light was turned off) and there's a dent there. Mitsubishi Eterna is a runner, as pointed in this article (scroll down until you find The Mitsubishi Escort Car). It's a fast car and fun to ride. I'm selling this beautiful Eterna for Rp. 38,000,000 (± USD 4,170). Please e-mail me your offer and if you want to make an appointment, please call (0361) 789-5853 first. I'm located in Kuta - just 5 minutes walking distance from Warung Nikmat and Dewa Fitness. As always - First come first serve, but the best offer gets the goods!

Mitsubishi Eterna 1990

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