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Pedro Vezza
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Tech, urbanism, politics, metal machining geek on my spare time. He/they.
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Screenshot of a Twitter post from user 'jf' (@BronzeHammer) dated October 1, 2016. The tweet reads: 'Well, I'd like to see ol Donny Trump wriggle his way out of THIS jam! Trump wriggles his way out of the jam easily Ah! Well. Nevertheless'
November 12, 2025 at 11:58 PM
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By the way: motherboard, CPU, GPU and SSD were bought used. Total cost was $2,372.81
Product Qty Price Total EVGA GeForce RTX 3090 FTW3 ULTRA 24GB GDDR6X Graphics Card 1 $840.00 $840.00 CRUCIAL 128GB (2x64GB) 5600 RAM 1 $442.99 $442.99 GIGABYTE X870I AORUS PRO ICE AMD AM5 Mini-ITX Motherboard 1 $250.00 $250.00 AMD Ryzen 7 7700 3.80GHz 8 Core 16 Thread AM5 1 $184.25 $184.25 CORSAIR SF750 80+P SFX PSU 2024 1 $169.99 $169.99 FRACTAL RIDGE BLACK MITX CASE 1 $154.99 $154.99 Western Digital WD_BLACK SN850X 2TB NVMe Internal SSD 1 $120.00 $120.00 NOCTUA 3H-L9A LOWPRO AM4 COOLER 1 $64.99 $64.99 be quiet! SILENT WINGS 4 140mm PWM 2 $27.90 $55.80 Noctua NF-A6x25 PWM 60mm 2 $16.95 $33.90 Corsair 8 Pin GPU Power Cable 2ft 1 $29.99 $29.99 Noctua NF-A8 PWM 80mm 1 $17.95 $17.95 SILVERSTONE PWM FAN SPLITTER CABLE 1-3 1 $9.99 $9.99 ThreeBulls PWM Fan Hub 1 to 5 Way 1 $4.99 $4.99 IPSG MC REUSABLE BLUE BAG 1 $1.99 $1.99 Total $2,381.82
November 6, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Whatever. pcpartpicker.com/user/pedrovc...
Right side view of PC build showing a Fractal Ridge case, Noctua NH-L9a-AM4 CPU cooler, Corsair SF750 PSU and EVGA RTX 3090 GPU. Bottom side view of PC build showing a Fractal Ridge case, 2x Noctua NF-A6x25-PWM. Left side view of PC build showing a Fractal Ridge case, Gigabyte X870I AORUS PRO ICE Mini ITX AM5 Motherboard, 2x be quiet! Silent Wings 4 51140 mm Fan. Top side view of PC build showing a Fractal Ridge case and EVGA RTX 3090 GPU.
November 6, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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You're absolutely right!
Screenshot of a ChatGPT conversation discussing hardware setups for running large language models with 96GB of memory. The first message asks "What is the cheapest setup to run llm with 96gb of memory". ChatGPT responds after 52 seconds of thinking, stating that the cheapest practical way to get approximately 96GB of usable memory for local LLMs is usually a used 4x RTX 3090 build, with 24GB VRAM each totaling approximately 96GB via tensor/pipeline parallel. The response notes this is cheaper than buying two 48GB workstation GPUs, and mentions that frameworks like vLLM/llama.cpp can shard models across multiple GPUs over PCIe without requiring NVLink. Citations to VLLM Documentation and GitHub are shown. A follow-up question asks "what about framework desktop". The response explains that the Framework Desktop is very interesting for LLM/local-AI work and provides a breakdown. A green checkmark section titled "What's good about the Framework Desktop" lists four bullet points: it supports up to 128GB of LPDDR5x-8000 memory in its top configuration (with Framework citation); it's compact at 4.5L volume and modular for upgrades (with The Verge citation); pricing is competitive with the high-end 128GB config around $1,999 at launch compared to more expensive competitor systems (with Electronic Specifier citation); and because of the user's interest in hardware tinkering and upgradeability, it fits their needs. Screenshot of a conversation with Claude about cost-effective hardware setups for running LLMs with 96GB of memory. The response presents three weighted options: Most Affordable: CPU + System RAM Setup ($1,500-2,500) - Features AMD Threadripper 3960X or Intel Xeon (used/refurbished), 128GB DDR4 ECC RAM (used server RAM ~$3-4/GB), used server/workstation motherboard, and basic NVMe SSD storage. Note indicates this runs models like Llama 70B quantized but with slow inference (1-3 tokens/second for large models). Best Value: Multiple Consumer GPUs (~$3,000-4,500) - Options include 2x RTX 3090 (24GB each = 48GB total, used ~$700-900 each) or 2x RTX 4090 (24GB each = 48GB total, new ~$1,600-1,800 each), plus modest CPU, 32-64GB system RAM, and appropriate PSU (1200W+). Note warns that multi-GPU setups require model parallelism support and have PCIe bandwidth limitations. Framework Desktop - The New Best Option (~$2,000) - Described as a "game-changing" option that launched in 2025. Framework announced their Desktop in February 2025 (shipping Q3 2025) using AMD's new Ryzen AI Max processors (Strix Halo). The top configuration with 128GB unified memory runs large models like Llama 3.3 70B Q6 at real-time conversational speed for $1,999. A drawing in three panels of a close-up of an eye. It progressively rolls farther towards the back of the head.
November 1, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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We are so early
WhatsApp conversation with the Air France chatbot. It could not find the information requested and then froze during the handover workflow.
October 2, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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One peace, please.
Office door in Genebra, next to it a sign says: Trustworks, peace and conflict specialists.
September 30, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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Strongly recommend any US dual citizens to reflect on what are your plans. Don't forget that if you decide to relinquish your US citizenship, you will have to pay an exit tax.
September 22, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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Not really brutalist but Seattle has some awesome fire station architecture. www.seattle.gov/fire/about-u...
Seattle Fire Station 2 - Belltown. Style: Early 20th-century civic/Beaux-Arts influence Materials: Brick masonry, stone accents, traditional ornamentation Design Features: Symmetrical façade with multiple red fire doors. Decorative cornices, pilasters, and arched detailing. Two-story structure with strong street presence, fitting into a dense urban environment. Impression: Classic, authoritative, and enduring—represents the tradition of civic firehouses in growing American cities. Seattle Fire Station 10 – International District. Style: Postmodern/industrial civic building Materials: Steel panels, brick base, glass, concrete retaining walls Design Features: Angular, fragmented rooflines creating a dynamic profile. Red garage doors punctuate the otherwise dark, industrial façade. Built into a slope, with tiered levels adapting to site topography. Strong interplay of solid mass and transparent elements. Impression: Bold, urban, and functional—fits into a downtown environment while signaling resilience and modern utility. Seattle Fire Station 20 – West Queen Anne. Style: Contemporary civic architecture with artistic integration Materials: Concrete, steel, glass, and decorative metal sculpture Design Features: Prominent sculptural element of white metal rods on the façade, evoking motion (possibly referencing flames or water). Red garage doors contrast with the gray and concrete tones. Elevated entry with concrete stairs and strong civic presence. Impression: Functional but softened by artistic elements, giving it a sense of community identity and modern creativity. Seattle Fire Station 30 – Mount Baker. Style: Modernist, minimalist Materials: Glass curtain walls, steel frame, concrete base Design Features: Large transparent façade providing visibility into the fire engine bay. Strong horizontal emphasis with flat roofline. Clean geometric lines and functional aesthetic. Impression: Sleek, efficient, and open—projects transparency and accessibility while maintaining a functional layout.
September 16, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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September 12, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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Reminds me of the quote below. Pic from the The AIDS Memorial.
Quote: "During the darkest days of the AIDS crisis, we buried our friends in the morning, we protested in the afternoon, and we danced all night. The dance kept us in the fight because it was the dance we were fighting for. It didn’t look like we were going to win then and we did. It doesn’t feel like we’re going to win now but we could. Keep fighting, keep dancing." -- Dan Savage
August 12, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Do you yearn for the old Internet? Might I suggest hobby metal machining? These are some of the top websites I use. Functional, fast, intuitive. Makes me nostalgic.
Screenshot of the McMaster-Carr website showing a clean, utilitarian catalog page. Categories like "Fastening & Joining," "Adhesives & Tape," and "Welding, Brazing & Soldering" are displayed with simple icons and links. A sidebar menu lists more categories, evoking classic web design with fast navigation and no clutter. Screenshot of LittleMachineShop.com, a no-nonsense site for machinist tools and accessories. The home page highlights deals, customer testimonials, and a basic navigation bar. The design is straightforward, with text-heavy sections and old-school buttons—fast, clear, and easy to use. Screenshot of the Practical Machinist forum, focused on community discussions about machining. The layout features forum threads, sticky posts, and a top navigation bar. The interface prioritizes conversation and quick access to topics over modern visuals, channeling early-2000s forum vibes. Screenshot of the DRO Pros website, specializing in digital readout kits. The page uses large text, blocky buttons, and a side navigation bar, with product images and contact info front and center. The aesthetic is retro, practical, and refreshingly direct, prioritizing information and usability.
August 6, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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I'm dabbling in Figma for the first time to layout a the dashboard in the picture. It seems to be a perfect candidate for CSS grid. Am I reading correctly that Figma only added support for grid layout guides only this year?? The CSS grid spec is 18 years old! uxdesign.cc/figmas-new-g...
Wireframe of EL400 digital readout. It shows measurements in 3 axes with seven segment displays and has several buttons to trigger special functions.
July 28, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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Screenshot of a ChatGPT application interface showing a list of conversation history. The screen displays “Chats” at the top with a user avatar “PV” in the upper right. The conversations are organized by time periods (This week, Last week, This month, Last month) and include topics such as “USA Travel Gift Ideas” (3 days ago), “What is the reinterview policy…” (1 week ago), “Kimi K2 GPU Selection Guide” (1 week ago), “Spark SQL Performance Bug Workshop” (3 weeks ago), “60-Tooth Gear Manufacturing” (3 weeks ago), and several other technical and travel-related conversations. A red “New Chat” button appears at the bottom right of the screen. Screenshot of Claude mobile application showing search suggestions or recent searches. At the top is a search bar, followed by a list of search queries including “Store search for machinists,” “Hobby machinist stores Seattle,” “Recognize title font,” “USA Trip Gift Ideas,” “Tirzepatide insurance options,” “Health Insurance Formulary Inquiry,” “Backpack search for airlines,” “Reinterview Policy Inquiry,” “State of the art LLMs,” “Run Phi-4 with Ollama,” “Code Search Tools Comparison,” “Dell Latitude 5501 vs T460s,” and “GPU for Kimi K2.” At the bottom is a user profile showing “Pedro Paulo Vezza Campos” with a profile picture.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 23, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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I quit my job at Microsoft. It's time for No Azure for Apartheid. I would have not done this if other braver souls had not shown publicly their dissatisfaction with the company by protesting corporate events and sending email blasts to all employees. Free Gaza! Learn more at: noazureforapartheid.com
Email screenshot. Subject: "Resources and guidance following your employment with Microsoft". Body: "Offboarding We wanted to let you know about some resources and guidance you have available to you following your employment with Microsoft. The Microsoft Post-Employment Resource site has information that can help answer your questions about your stock, retirement account, benefits, and more (as well as how to get in touch with Microsoft for any additional unanswered questions you may have). The Microsoft Post-Employment Resources site will be available for 18 months following your last day with Microsoft, and can be accessed at http://aka.ms/PostEmploymentResources."
July 4, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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Behold, my new workstation.
A Precision Matthew's PM-30MV milling machine
June 30, 2025 at 3:59 AM
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Kudos to the Anthropic team for the honesty, this made me laugh
www.anthropic.com/research/pro...
Highlighted text from article: "Adapting to users: Although it did not take advantage of many lucrative opportunities (see below), Claudius did make several pivots in its business that were responsive to customers. An employee light-heartedly requested a tungsten cube, kicking off a trend of orders for “specialty metal items” (as Claudius later described them). Another employee suggested Claudius start relying on pre-orders of specialized items instead of simply responding to requests for what to stock, leading Claudius to send a message to Anthropic employees in its Slack channel announcing the “Custom Concierge” service doing just that;"
June 27, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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It's my second year donating for Point of Pride. 200 from me, 200 from employer match. 🫡
Donation receipt of 200 dollars to Point of Pride
June 19, 2025 at 12:42 AM
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Is this rizz?
Black and white photo of 21 year old Bernie Sanders getting arrested by two police officers Bernie Sanders sitting cross-legged on a folding chair, bundled in a heavy coat and knit mittens, appearing unamused during Joe Biden's inauguration.
May 27, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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These Economist covers are seared in the Brazilian mind.
Two Economist covers side-by-side, each featuring a stylized image of Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro. The left cover, dated March 14th-20th, 2009, shows the statue taking off as a rocket right after launch and the headline "Brazil takes off." The right cover, dated September 26th-October 2nd, 2013, shows a smoke trail from a the statue as an out of control rocket, pointing to the ground. The headline is "Has Brazil blown it?"
April 3, 2025 at 6:56 AM
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When you ask the engineers if we’re going to hit the deadline and the chat says “…” for five minutes.
A close-up shot of the Hulk's face, specifically the "Smart Hulk" version portrayed by Mark Ruffalo. He has green skin, brown eyes, and short, dark hair with some graying. He has a slight beard and is looking slightly off-camera with a neutral expression, looking tired.
April 2, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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A drawing of a guy clapping, smiling, with tears in his eyes. Behind him the text: "Days since classified military documents have been leaked in (stricken) War Thunder forums (end stricken) a group chat". A big counter shows 0000. A tank, airplane and the War Thunder forum logo are in the background.
March 25, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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Pains me to agree that this is accurate.
Squidville episode of SpongeBob Square Pants. In the beginning, Squidward enjoys the daily routine of biking, shopping and clarinet practice but each day his life becomes more and more miserable after doing the same routine every day.
March 18, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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Behold! The land acknowledgement acknowledgement.
Projected on a movie screen: "SIFF acknowledges that we gather today on the home territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, the traditional and current stewards of this region past, present and future, who have reserved treaty rights to their ancestral homelands. We also acknowledge that this statement does not take the place of authentic relationships with Indigenous communities, but serves as a first step in honoring the land we occupy and resisting the erasure of Indigenous Peoples."
March 12, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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Are you surprised? media.newyorker.com/photos/5f109...
Donald Trump sitting at the resolute desk, with two thumbs up, displaying Goya products in front of him: a bag of beans, adobo sauce, can of white beans, can of coconut milk and a pack of wafer cookies.
March 12, 2025 at 1:43 AM
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"Finally, X" meme. A scientist is holding a test tube at eye level. Text: Finally, shitpost
March 10, 2025 at 6:31 PM