Jim Hope

AI | Google | Learning | Microsoft | Open Source | Self Hosted | Software

Unlock the Power of AI: My Beginner’s Guide to Gemini, Copilot, and Deepseek
ByJim 2 June 202528 April 2025

Hey everyone! Let’s talk about something exciting: Artificial Intelligence (AI). If you thought AI was just for tech wizards in secret labs, think again! It’s becoming incredibly accessible, and tools like Google’s Gemini, Microsoft’s Copilot, and the versatile Deepseek AI are paving the way for all of us. Seriously, even if you’ve never dabbled in…

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AI | Google | Learning | Software

Gems for Google Gemini: Are They the Future of AI Customisation or Just a Shiny Distraction?
ByJim 26 May 202525 April 2025

Right, let’s dive into the world of Google Gemini and these things called “Gems”. Now, I know what you might be thinking: “Gems? Sounds a bit… mystical, doesn’t it?” And yeah, I kind of agree! But bear with me, because they might just be a game-changer (or, you know, just another bit of tech we’ll…

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AI | DIY | Learning | News | Writing

I’ve published a book! Whispers of the Arcane grid available now
ByJim 19 May 202525 April 2025

Whispers of the Arcane Grid Available now! Hello there. I’m delighted to share some news with you: I’ve just released a book on Amazon. Now, before you imagine this is one of those self-important monologues about literary genius and immaculate prose, let me assure you—it isn’t. In fact, this release marks the culmination of a…

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AI | Google | Learning | Software

Forget Robot Uprisings, Get Ready for Robot Teamwork! Demystifying Google’s Agent-to-Agent Idea (No PhD Required!)
ByJim 12 May 202525 April 2025

Have you ever felt like a digital air traffic controller? You tell your calendar app to schedule a meeting, then you tell your email app to send an invite, then you tell your reminder app to nudge you beforehand, and maybe you even tell your smart light to flash when it’s time to join the…

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Music | News | Streaming

Launching “The Singularity Suite”: Misadventures, Machines, and a Dash of Humour
ByJim 5 May 202521 April 2025

The Singularity Suite Available to Stream now on Back in February, I released my very first EP. Those early days were filled with boundless enthusiasm and a touch of nervous excitement. I was proud of the music, and I genuinely believed it held a certain spark. But, as many creative journeys go, things rarely unfold…

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Open Source | Self Hosted | Software

Another Crazy Idea: A Digital Production Management Platform to Bring Theatre Production Into the Digital Spotlight
ByJim 28 April 202517 April 2025

Have you ever had an idea that lingers, quietly buzzing in the background, waiting for the perfect moment to come to life? Well, that’s exactly where I find myself. For years, a concept has been simmering in the back of my mind, and now feels like the right time to bring it into the open….

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AI | Smart Home | Software | Streaming

The Robots Are Definitely Doing My Homework Now: A Look at Our Algorithmic Future
ByJim 17 April 202517 April 2025

Let’s face it, the future arrived sometime between us figuring out how to order pizza with our voices and that weird moment your fridge tried to sell you more milk. And if you haven’t noticed, it’s largely powered by things that used to exist only in sci-fi movies – except instead of laser guns and…

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Broadcasting | Hardware | News | Software

Black Magic at NAB 25
ByJim 7 April 202517 April 2025

The excitement is palpable as NAB 2025 kicks off, and once again I start my tour of the various vendors and companies releasing or updating their offerings, all from the comfort of my sofa as I can’t afford the plane ticket, but let’s get started with the first of the companies tours I’ll be looking…

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AI | Apple | Hardware | Open Source | Self Hosted

My Adventure with Local LLMs on a New M4 Mac mini
ByJim 31 March 202527 March 2025

Hey there, tech enthusiasts! I’ve been having a blast with my shiny new M4 Mac mini, and it’s all about to spill here because I want you to join me in this exciting journey with local large language models (LLMs). Let’s dive into why I love my Mac mini and how you can set up…

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Hardware | Ubiquiti

Ubiuiti Unifi Cloud Gateway Fibre: Is the Gateway I’ve been waiting for?
ByJim 17 March 202527 February 2025

Since we moved into our new home I’ve been looking at ways to improve our broadband connection along with our wifi coverage. I’ve covered the many ways I would upgrade the wifi in a blog post a few months ago. But while I was flicking through YouTube trying to find something to watch the other…

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