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SLUUG - September 13, 2023

Generate an image following a modern and slightly abstract theme that creates a visual synergy between Windows, Linux, and Emacs. The background should be a soft gradient transitioning from light blue (symbolizing Windows) to dark gray/black (signifying Linux terminal). In the center, place the Windows logo. Around it, arrange a semi-circle featuring the logos of various Linux distributions: Ubuntu, Debian, SUSE, and Kali Linux, showing integration. Towards the right, integrate the Emacs logo. Include a minimalist terminal icon, spanning both the Windows and Linux gradient halves, symbolizing ease-of-use across command-line interfaces. Incorporate circuit-like lines or tech lines connecting different logos, along with a faint icon of a monitor displaying code snippets in the background. All of these elements should be further enhanced by a harmonious color scheme made up of blues, Ubuntu oranges, green from SUSE, and red tones from Emacs.

Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) Primer

By: Jon Newbolt

How to get started in emacs

By: Steve Stegmann

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SLUUG - August 9, 2023

Create a visually appealing layout for a blog post image. Use a modern gradient background transitioning from a soft blue on the left to a deeper blue on the right. On the left side, place an image of a dolphin that signifies a popular database system, surrounded by subtle database icons for depth. Incorporate the concept of backup and restore with an icon featuring a server stack and an arrow indicating a restore process. On the right side, display a logo denoting a text editor in green, along with a split-screen graphic filled with code snippets, mimicking the side-by-side editing feature. In the center, leave a merging area that subtly signifies the connection between the two technologies, without any text. Preserve plenty of white space for a clean, professional look. All logos and icons should be high-quality, clean vector graphics to maintain sharpness and detail.

Hot restore of a MySQL database

By: Lee Lammert

VIM Side by Side

By: Stan Reichardt

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SLUUG - July 12, 2023

Generate an image illustrating 'Navigating the Terminal Maze with TMUX'. The scene uses an abstract maze as a background, designed with terminal-style lines and grid patterns to symbolize complex workspace organization. The central element features a computer monitor, where a terminal window displays a maze-like split with multiple panes. Scattered throughout the maze are miniature terminal icons, interconnected by pathways or arrows, depicting navigation within tmux. The tmux logo stands near the center of the image, while subtle hints of logos from Unix-like OS are embedded within the maze. The dominant color scheme ideally uses dark, monochromatic base colors balanced with neon accents, reflecting the look of classic terminal displays. Green, yellow, and white are used to highlight key elements. This imagery blends the simplicity of flat design with the charm of hand-drawn illustrations.

TMUX - A Longer Introduction

By: Steve Stegmann

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SLUUG - June 14, 2023

Generate an image showcasing the evolution of keyboards. On the left side, depict a dimly lit, standard QWERTY keyboard symbolizing the starting point. In the center, display a brightly lit, custom ergonomic keyboard, split or curved, denoting a creative DIY solution. On the right, present a well-lit, modern pre-built ergonomic keyboard, illustrating accessibility and professional use. Set these on a minimalist desk with a comfortable chair in the background, creating a welcoming workspace ambiance. Subtly, include overhead view of a Caucasian female’s hands typing on the DIY keyboard to add a human element. Small unobtrusive logos related to ergonomic keyboard brands and QMK firmware are placed along the desk edges. Faint icons of FOSS projects like Linux and BSD are scattered in the background, signifying SLUUG themes. Use a neutral color palette with vibrant colors on the keyboards to highlight progression. Maintain a balance in composition and ensure the image is a high-resolution without text.

Apple Announcements Including the Vision Pro

By: Scott Granneman

Ergonomic Keyboard Design

By: Eric Trinkle

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SLUUG - May 10, 2023

Create a visually engaging image with a gradient background transitioning from light grey to soft blue. Towards the left side, place the logo of an imaginary database represented by a blue elephant, thus highlighting the technology theme. Near the center of the image, incorporate a subtle motif representing a SQL database, like a simplified cylinder, and blend it slightly into the background to provide depth without overpowering the viewer. Towards the bottom right of the image, include a minimalist chart or graph icon to symbolism data analysis. The overall arrangement of elements should be balanced with a minimalist aesthetic, emphasizing a professional and technical, yet engaging tone. This image is intended for a presentation topic centered on effective database usage and data analysis.

Making Effective Use of Select in Postgress...a SQL Rant

By: Steven Lembark

Flipper Zero - A Swiss Army Knife?

By: Rob Dodson

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SLUUG - April 12, 2023

Visualize a modern and professional blog post design with an emphasis on technology and open source. The background consists of a sleek, dark-themed gradient, transitioning from shades of blue to black. The foreground is home to various tech-centered logos and symbols. A generic tech logo, mimicking Intel's style and size, is placed prominently in the center. Around this logo, artistically arrange icons that symbolize open-source concepts, such as a penguin (representing Linux), a wildebeest head (for GNU), and an octocat (resembling GitHub). Discreet icons of a handshake and a group of people, symbolizing community and collaboration, are poised near the edges. Subtle tech elements like binary code, circuit diagrams, network connections trace around the edges to add a tech-focused aesthetic. The visual elements are displayed in contrasting white and blue tones on the dark background. The logos near the central tech logo are positioned in a semi-circle or orbit effect, with faint lines of code or circuit designs in the backdrop to add depth. This design will convey the theme of contributions to Open Source in a neat and engaging manner.

Intel's Contributions to Open Source

By: Katherine Druckman

Using KeePassXC

By: Stan Reichardt

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