Computer Science Fundamentals#
Virtual Machine Implementation#
- Write your own Virtual Machine
- Comprehensive tutorial on building a virtual machine from scratch
- Implements the LC-3 (Little Computer 3) instruction set
- Covers CPU simulation, memory management, and instruction execution
- Excellent educational resource for understanding computer architecture
- Hands-on approach to learning how computers work at the lowest level
Data Visualization and Art#
Creative Data Visualization#
- Stock Market Chart Landscape Art
- Creative approach to transforming financial data into artistic landscapes
- Demonstrates intersection of data science and creative arts
- Shows how data visualization can be both informative and aesthetically pleasing
- Example of unconventional approaches to data presentation
Personal Finance and Productivity#
You Need a Budget (YNAB)#
- You Need a Budget
- Popular budgeting software with strong methodology
- Focuses on zero-based budgeting principles
- Emphasizes giving every dollar a purpose before spending
- Strong community and educational resources
- Subscription-based but highly regarded for effectiveness
Key Takeaways#
Learning Through Implementation#
- Building a virtual machine teaches fundamental computer science concepts
- Hands-on projects provide deeper understanding than theoretical study alone
- Complex systems become understandable when built step by step
Creative Applications of Technical Skills#
- Data visualization can be both functional and artistic
- Technical skills can be applied to creative and personal domains
- Cross-disciplinary thinking leads to innovative approaches
- Offline tools provide reliability and speed
- Good methodology often matters more than specific tools
- Investment in learning tools pays long-term dividends