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From Numbers to Narratives: Unveiling Stories Through Data

We are clearly living in an era where data is crucial and significant. When I refer to data, I mean big data. Throughout history, various factors have defined powerful individuals, such as wealth, military strength, and loyal followers. In today’s context, I believe that those who have access to big data can be considered leaders. We are currently in an AI era that permeates our daily lives, highlighting the importance of data more than ever before. ...

January 10, 2025 · 3 min · 616 words · Pooria Taghdiri

Exploring Tools Through a Stock Analysis AI Assistant Application

Starting this project, I wasn’t focused on creating a groundbreaking application for end-users. Instead, the aim was to explore several tools, see how they function in a real-world setting, and evaluate their strengths and reliability. This curiosity led me to build an AI-powered stock analysis web application, leveraging a combination of powerful libraries and frameworks. Here’s how each component played a role in shaping this journey. 👉 StockUP DEMO Project Overview The application serves as a stock analysis assistant that helps users gather essential information about specific stocks. Users can search for a stock symbol and receive details like its market capitalization, daily maximum and minimum values over time, and recent news. The app also includes technical analysis powered by AI, offering insights that might help in understanding a stock’s potential movement. ...

November 10, 2024 · 4 min · 824 words · Pooria Taghdiri
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Do we still need to read the CLEAN CODE book?

In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, certain principles remain timeless, serving as the foundation for efficient and sustainable code. One such cornerstone is Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship by Robert Martin. While the software industry has witnessed significant changes in requirements, tools, and methodologies over the years, the core principles laid out in this seminal work continue to hold immense value. Changes in Requirements Over Time It’s true that some of the specific advice in Clean Code has evolved or even become outdated due to advancements in software engineering. For instance, modern tools and frameworks have streamlined tasks that once required more manual effort, and cloud computing, microservices, and containerization have introduced new architectural patterns. Agile practices and DevOps have transformed team dynamics, and certain coding techniques mentioned in the book might no longer be directly applicable in their original form. ...

October 13, 2024 · 4 min · 723 words · Pooria Taghdiri, AI Chatbot
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Factfulness: A Paradigm Shift in Perceiving the World 📚

I recently had the pleasure of delving into “Factfulness” by Hans Rosling, Ola Rosling, and Anna Rosling Rönnlund. This enlightening read challenges our perceptions of the world and urges us to adopt a more nuanced understanding of global affairs. At its core, the book confronts our ingrained biases and misconceptions, shedding light on how our worldview is often skewed by sensationalized media coverage and outdated data. One of the book’s most compelling aspects is its exploration of why we tend to view the world through a lens of negativity. Despite living in an era of unprecedented progress and prosperity, many of us are inclined to believe that the world is in a perpetual state of decline. This pessimism is perpetuated by the relentless barrage of negative news that bombards us daily. However, “Factfulness” challenges us to question these assumptions and offers a refreshing perspective on the true state of our world. ...

February 22, 2024 · 2 min · 370 words · Pooria Taghdiri

Sumcast - Podcast Summarization App

I’m really excited to share that I’ve just released a new project in the Podcast realm. This web app makes it easy for you to get a summary of podcast content. Just enter the podcast name and the episode title you want, then wait for the summary to be generated. ⚠️ Due to resource limitation, the project isn’t online right now. It requires minimal resources for transcription. We’ll host it eventually. Stay tuned! ...

January 28, 2024 · 1 min · 130 words · Pooria Taghdiri