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STLLUG - May 16, 2024

Create a modern, clean image representing the evolution of computing technologies from 1980 to the present. It should feature a blue gradient background transitioning from dark (left, past) to light (right, present). A horizontal timeline across the middle should mark each decade with a small circle or node, and include non-copyrighted equivalents of iconic tech logos from each era. Morphing symbols of computing devices from large, old mainframes to sleek modern ones should intersperse along the timeline. Subtle line drawings or silhouettes of iconic hardware like a floppy disk, CD, USB stick, and SSD should scatter along the timeline. Use a complementary color palette - primarily blues and greys, with accents in bright colors for pop. The layout must include an empty space at the top for the blog title and text, the timeline with logos and icons in the middle, and a slight shadow or fade effect at the bottom to add depth. Make sure to keep it wordless for universal understanding, focusing on visual impact and storytelling, and maintaining high resolution for clarity and professionalism.

The History of Computing since 1980

By: Scott Granneman

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STLLUG - April 18, 2024

Create a striking and moody image representing a security issue for a blog announcement titled 'The XZ Hack: Unveiling the Near-Miss in xz and liblzma'. The image should have a gradient background transitioning from dark blue to black, symbolizing sophistication and ominousness. In the center, a high-resolution image of a lock that's half-broken with glowing red crack lines emanating from it should be placed, symbolizing compromise in security and vulnerability. At the top-left, subtly blend the logo of a utility unit and at the bottom-left, place a logo honoring open-source operating systems. A grayscale logo of a tech news site should be positioned at the bottom right. Overlaid faintly across the image horizontally should be binary code, representing underlying data. A shadowy image of a hacker should be blended into the background on one side, suggesting the undetected threat. Red accents or highlights around the broken lock and a soft white glow around the logos should be present to draw focus.

The XZ Hack

By: Andrew Denner

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STLLUG - March 21, 2024

Create a vibrant illustration that embodies themes of AI and open-source technology. The central focus should be a stylized depiction of a brain with neural network connections, signifying Large Language Models. The supporting images should include illustrations of private, local hardware such as a server rack, and AI icons like a robot head, cogwheels, and circuit board patterns. Also include open-source logos for Markdown, Jupyter, GitHub, and a general logo for machine learning frameworks, along with promotional symbols like megaphones and social media icons. The image should be set against a gradient background with modern, abstract shapes or soft lines in blues, greens, bright yellows, oranges, grays and whites. Elements should be arranged with the brain in the center, hardware and AI icons in the top corners, and promotional symbols and logos scattered in the bottom corners. The space should be filled with video-related icons and supporting logos, maintaining ample white space for a clean, uncluttered look.

Using Local LLMs and RAG For Content Promotion

By: Sean Twiehaus

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STLLUG - February 22, 2024

Design an image with a modern gradient background transitioning from deep blue at the bottom to light blue at the top. Central element should be an abstract digital brain composed of circuitry and network lines, subtly animated to show connectivity. Surrounding the brain, integrate small, subtle logos of key technologies, connected to the brain with faint, glowing lines. Incorporate a penguin logo, suggestive of Linux, subtly blended at the bottom left corner. Also, include minimalist icons representing statistics and prediction. The color palette should be shades of blue, green, and white, with a balance of elements to maintain a clean and engaging look.

Large Language Models (LLM) in Linux

By: Alex Towell

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STLLUG - January 18, 2024

Design a detailed digital collage that captures the concept of big data and the Hadoop ecosystem. Center the image with a yellow elephant, surrounded by flowing streams of binary code and data packets. Include cloud icons and server rack graphics radiating out from the elephant, and scatter smaller logos of related technologies (like Apache Hive, Apache Spark, etc.) around. Add abstract elements like fading graphs, charts, and network diagrams in the background. Use a modern palette with shades of blue, green, and yellow on a subtle gradient or geometric background. Highlight key areas with soft glow or light streaks for a dynamic, futuristic feel. The image should be sized for blog headers (1200px x 675px) and saved in high-quality PNG or JPEG.

Hadoop for big data. An intro.

By: Steven Lembark

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STLLUG - December 21, 2023

Design an image for a blog that captures the key technologies and concepts for an upcoming presentation. Start with a gradient background transitioning smoothly from dark blue to light blue to symbolize a shift from local to offsite backups. In the center, place a high-resolution image of the ODROID H3+ board. Surround this with the logos of the ZFS, Restic, and recognizable icons for Linux/Unix arranged in a circular fashion. Include subtle vector graphics illustrating the 3-2-1 Backup strategy near the top with three hard drive icons of varying sizes, two smaller distinctive storage media icons, and an offsite icon represented by a distant server or a cloud. On the side of the ODROID H3+, introduce geometric patterns or icons signifying data protection. Lastly, include small screen overlay icons in a corner to suggest a virtual and free-to-access orientation of the presentation. Make sure all elements are balanced and synchronized visually, thereby visually encapsulating the focus of the presentation.

Using ZFS to Achieve 3-2-1 Backups and Bitrot Protection on Limited Hardware

By: Sean Twiehaus

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