Стругацкие, «Волны гасят ветер».
Книга оформлена в виде как бы отчётов о расследовании, хотя и здесь авторы дали себе вольность и с самого начала обосновали, почему эти отчёты составлены художественным языком.
Вообще, мне очень нравится идея прогрессорства. «Прогрессор» — это представитель высокоразвитой цивилизации, который тайно и, хм, насильственно влияет на ход истории более примитивной цивилизации, чтобы направить её на истинный путь. Тайно — чтобы не шокировать неокрепшие умы «неандертальцев». Насильственно — потому что примитивная цивилизация не осознаёт своего счастья и сопротивляется добру.
Эта идея мне нравится своей реалистичностью. Если мы посмотрим какой-нибудь «Стартрек», то там много пафоса о том, что, дескать, люди будущего ни в коем случае не должны вмешиваться в недоразвитые устои условных средневековых обществ с других планет. Вокруг этой идеи сосредоточено очень много драмы: бабуины захватили в плен твоего коллегу-звездолётчика, и ты вроде бы можешь их всех раскидать с помощью бластера, но не должен этого делать, и вот какое сложное решение, как же быть...
Выглядит, как наигранная беззубость и малодушие, прикрытые идеалистическим гуманизмом (который не работает). Всем понятно, что в реальности от бабуинов не осталось бы мокрого места по праву сильного, а может и другим бабуинам тоже досталось бы в качестве урока. Так что у Стругацких даже очень просветлённые и живущие в коммунистическом раю представители человечества с лёгкостью используют свои технологии, чтобы перекраивать и навязывать. Но когда что-то подобное вроде бы начинают делать уже с самими Землянами, поднимается паника (среди тех, кому об этом известно). Там даже есть такие рассуждения: боимся не того, что ещё более сильная цивилизация причинит нам зло, а того, что она причинит нам добро так, как сама это понимает.
Концовка, конечно, переворачивает всё с ног на голову, и я бы сказал, что фантазия авторов в этом месте пошла слишком уж далеко. Ну, а к чувству незавершённости после каждого романа Стругацких я уже потихоньку привык. В целом интересно и как часть трилогии, и даже как вполне самостоятельное произведение, хотя с миром всё равно полезно быть знакомому, чтобы лучше понимать происходящее.
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🌟 Greetings from Ashish Sharma! 🌟
🚀 Exciting News! Join us for an enlightening session with Ashish Sharma, a Solution Architect at AI Rudder and a Microsoft AI MVP, as he shares his expertise and insights into the transformative world of AI.
🎙 Session Title:
"The Evolution and Applications of Large Language Models: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Directions"
🔍 What You'll Learn:
✅ The evolution of Large Language Models (LLMs) from inception to state-of-the-art innovations, including the transformative Transformer architecture and GPT series.
✅ Understanding the challenges of hallucinations in LLMs and strategies to mitigate them.
✅ An introduction to Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and how it enhances model accuracy.
✅ Hands-on workshop: Practical implementation of RAG using open-source tools and Azure services.
✅ Insights into the future potential and groundbreaking applications of LLMs.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Al-Khorazmi School, Tashkent
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Greetings from Andrey Andreev!
🚀 Ready to supercharge your coding productivity? Join us for an exciting session with Andrey Andreev, a Microsoft Azure Architect at Noventiq, as he dives into the transformative potential of AI in development.
🎙 Session Title:
"Boosting Developer Productivity with GitHub Copilot"
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✅ How GitHub Copilot can revolutionize your coding workflow.
✅ Practical benefits of integrating AI-powered assistance into your daily development tasks.
✅ Best practices for leveraging Copilot to enhance efficiency and tackle complex challenges.
✅ Real-world examples of how Copilot empowers developers to focus on what matters most: building great solutions.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Al-Khorazmi School, Tashkent
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Greetings from Umid Akhmedov!
🚀 Ready to supercharge your data skills? Join us for an insightful session with Umid Akhmedov, ex-Microsoft (Head of Data and AI CSA), the Chief Data Officer at Danske Commodities, as he shares strategies to thrive in the AI-driven era of data.
🎙 Session Title:
"How to Navigate the Data Skills in the Era of AI with Microsoft Learn"
🔍 What You'll Discover:
✅ How AI is transforming the data landscape and the skills you need to stay ahead.
✅ Practical tips for leveraging Microsoft Learn to build in-demand data and AI expertise.
✅ Insights into career pathways in data science, engineering, and AI-focused roles.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Al-Khorazmi School, Tashkent
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Greetings from Alexander Trofimenko!
🚀 Introducing Alexander Trofimenko, Senior Engineering Manager at EPAM, who will be delivering a session on "Engineering Leadership: Building Teams and Innovations" at the Microsoft Community Conference 2024.
🔍 What to Expect:
✅ Principles of effective engineering leadership in modern tech environments.
✅ Strategies for building and managing high-performing teams.
✅ How to foster innovation while meeting business objectives.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Al-Khorazmi School, Tashkent
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Greetings from Erkin Mukhamedkulov!
🚀 Introducing Erkin Mukhamedkulov, Lead Software Engineer at EPAM, who will be delivering an insightful session on ".NET Aspire paradigm and highlights" at the Microsoft Community Conference 2024.
🔍 What to Expect:
✅ A comprehensive overview of the .NET ecosystem and its capabilities.
✅Insights into the latest tools, frameworks, and updates within the .NET platform.
✅Practical applications of .NET in building scalable, cross-platform solutions.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Al-Khorazmi School, Tashkent
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Greetings from Kudratkhuja Musaev!
🚀 Exciting News! Get ready for an inspiring session with Kudratkhuja Musaev, Software Engineer at Microsoft.
🎙 Join us for their session:
"Journey to Microsoft: Opportunities and Insights"
Discover how to kickstart your career with Microsoft, explore the tools and resources available, and gain actionable insights from Kudratkhuja’s journey. Whether you're an aspiring developer or a seasoned professional, this session will empower you with strategies for success in the Microsoft ecosystem.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Al-Khorazmi School, Tashkent
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🎙 Call for Speakers: Microsoft Community Conf 2024 Uzbekistan
Are you passionate about technology and eager to share your expertise with a vibrant community of developers and tech enthusiasts? The Microsoft Developers Community in Uzbekistan is excited to announce a Call for Speakers for our upcoming conference on November 30, 2024!
🌟 We are looking for speakers who can:
Inspire with insightful talks on Microsoft technologies, AI/ML, software development, and emerging tech trends
Lead engaging workshops or hands-on sessions
Share real-world experiences and case studies
Discuss innovative solutions and industry best practices
📅 Event Date: November 30, 2024
👉 Apply Now: https://forms.office.com/r/0qrCmCiG26?origin=lprLink
Join us and inspire the next wave of tech talent in Uzbekistan!
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Greetings from Vlad Ten!
🚀 Introducing Vlad Ten, Software Engineer and Ex-Microsoft professional, who will be delivering a session on "Efficient Caching for Developers: Understanding and Implementing LRU" at the Microsoft Community Conference 2024.
🔍 What to Expect:
✅ A deep dive into Least Recently Used (LRU) caching and its importance for optimizing application performance.
✅ Practical guidance on implementing LRU caching in real-world scenarios.
✅ Best practices for managing caching effectively to improve efficiency and scalability.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Al-Khorazmi School, Tashkent
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Microsoft Community Conference 2024 | Uzbekistan
Join us for a premier gathering of the Microsoft Developers Community in Uzbekistan! The annual Microsoft Community Conference is back and promises an unparalleled experience of innovation and technology. Mark your calendar for November 30, 2024, and get ready to immerse yourself in the latest advancements and ideas shaping the tech industry.
🎉 Highlights:
• Inspiring Keynote Presentations: Hear from leading tech innovators and industry experts.
• Interactive Workshops: Explore hands-on sessions with the latest Microsoft tools and technologies.
• Engaging Panel Discussions: Dive into trends and best practices shaping today’s tech landscape.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow developers, tech professionals, and enthusiasts.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, network, and grow within a vibrant community. Whether you're a developer, tech professional, student, or simply passionate about technology, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
🔗 Register Now: https://mdcuzbekistan.com/register
Stay tuned for more updates and join us in shaping the future of technology in Uzbekistan!
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Microsoft Community Conf 2024 was successfully organized
As you know, the "Microsoft Community Conf 2024" developer conference was organized in Tashkent on November 30. Local and international speakers who visited the conference gave lectures on AI, Cloud, Data, Engineering, Leaderships. We thank them on behalf of our team and community.
In particular, we would like to express our gratitude to our sponsors (Digital Generation Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan Creative Association, Noventiq), Community Partners (Microsoft, JetBrains, DiHunter, The Tech, Startup Chayxana, C-Space), volunteers and the MDC team who helped to hold the conference.
Sincerely, MDC Uzbekistan team
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Microsoft Community Conference 2024 | Uzbekistan
Join us for a premier gathering of the Microsoft Developers Community in Uzbekistan! The annual Microsoft Community Conference is back and promises an unparalleled experience of innovation and technology. Mark your calendar for November 30, 2024, and get ready to immerse yourself in the latest advancements and ideas shaping the tech industry.
🎉 Highlights:
• Inspiring Keynote Presentations: Hear from leading tech innovators and industry experts.
• Interactive Workshops: Explore hands-on sessions with the latest Microsoft tools and technologies.
• Engaging Panel Discussions: Dive into trends and best practices shaping today’s tech landscape.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow developers, tech professionals, and enthusiasts.
📅 Date: November 30, 2024
📍 Location: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, network, and grow within a vibrant community. Whether you're a developer, tech professional, student, or simply passionate about technology, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
🔗 Register Now: https://mdcuzbekistan.com/register
Stay tuned for more updates and join us in shaping the future of technology in Uzbekistan!
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