Choose your friends wisely, for bad company can be worse than no company at all. Mutual respect is necessary for friendship, otherwise it cannot last. #MondayMemo
Mastering self-discipline is an honorable goal in a world where people are encouraged to consume continually. Such become slaves not just to others, but themselves. #MondayMemo
Think twice before you do something. It's easier said than done, but learning this skill will help you avoid having past actions haunt you in the future. #MondayMemo
When purchasing hardware, one criterion you must consider is Linux support. Manufacturers will usually not advertise it, so you must do some research online. #MondayMemo
A good program starts with a strong foundation, and there are various ways to do so. For example, you can separate code performing individual tasks into functions and group related variables in structures. #MondayMemo
I find that programming is best learned through a hands-on approach. Understanding and formulating algorithms are skills that are refined by implementing them, and that means writing numerous programs. #MondayMemo
I will never understand why some Bitcoiners are willing to grovel at a certain fantasy writer's feet. The power of greed never ceases to amaze me. She isn't going to buy your bags, people! #MondayMemo
When choosing a career path, especially in light of the current pandemic, it's good to choose one which allows you to sustain yourself and doesn't depend on travel. #MondayMemo
Reduce stress when possible. This is especially important because your immune system weakens if it is exposed to stress over prolonged periods of time. #MondayMemo
I was feeling nostalgic last week, so I acquired a copy of Slackware 7.1 and installed it on a virtual machine. It surprises me how far ahead KDE was of GNOME even in its first series. #MondayMemo
I hope you all enjoyed this Easter. Despite not having the traditional family gathering, the day did not go to waste. The weather was clear yesterday, so I used it as an excuse to take a long hike. #MondayMemo
Keep in touch with friends and family even if you must stay at home. A telephone call, email, or video conference can aid in maintaining one's social skills. #MondayMemo
Nothing has improved my productivity more during these past few weeks than not having to travel an hour every day to attend classes. I tend to be more attentive to lectures in the comfort of my home. #MondayMemo
If there is anything yesterday's earthquake in Zagreb has taught me, it's that you should be prepared for disaster even in the midst of another disaster. #MondayMemo
As you may know, many countries worldwide have issued lockdowns in response to COVID-19, better known informally as the "Corona". If you are uninfected, consider yourself blessed and
practice good hygiene if you aren't already doing so. The number of cases for now may be relatively small, and it can stay that way with some (common?) sense. #MondayMemo
Probably not directly related to Linux, but I have been learning about SSH so I can set it up on my Raspberry Pi and consequently make my workspace more organized. #MondayMemo
A great open-source alternative to Adobe Photoshop is GIMP. If images are your forte, you will feel right at home with dozens of plugins at your disposal and many more free to download. #MondayMemo
Treat learning not as a chore to postpone as long as you can, but rather as an opportunity you look forward to taking advantage of so you can improve yourself. #MondayMemo
LibreOffice is the most popular and arguably the best open-source alternative to Microsoft Office. The average user will encounter little, if any trouble creating and sharing content. #MondayMemo
Besides reading books, solving puzzles is another entertaining way of stimulating the mind. I have taken up Sudoku recently to enhance my working memory. #MondayMemo
When studying, focus on tasks that give you the most credit, such as tests and projects. Don't neglect quizzes, though. A point or two can make a world of difference! #MondayMemo
One action that has improved the quality of my life was changing my sleep schedule. Instead of mindlessly browsing the Internet, I started going to bed earlier. #MondayMemo