Jorge Saldívar

Author: Jorge Saldivar

  • Microblogging on WordPress

    Microblogging on WordPress

    I’m posting this from my iPhone, using the Chrome app.

  • x.com resolves to twitter.com

    x.com resolves to twitter.com

    Well, this is interesting. Elon Musk updated his Twitter profile to include the domain x.com. Upon visiting the link, the site resolves to twitter.com. A quick whois check didn’t reveal much except that the domain was registered via GoDaddy and it’s not up for renewal until sometime in 2026. 

    Domain Name: x.com
    

    Registry Domain ID: 1026563_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN
    

    Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.godaddy.com
    

    Registrar URL: https://www.godaddy.com
    

    Updated Date: 2017-07-05T16:02:43Z
    

    Creation Date: 1993-04-02T00:00:00Z
    

    Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2026-10-20T14:56:17Z
    

    Registrar: GoDaddy.com, LLC

    Reacts:

  • Upon Writing a Space Opera, Jetpack AI Up and Quit

    Upon Writing a Space Opera, Jetpack AI Up and Quit

    I suppose, all good things must come to an end. Additionally, I know–first hand–the cost of using Open AI’s ChatGPT, which is what powers AI Assistant.

  • PDF to HTML

    PDF to HTML

    WSL, Ubuntu 20.05, command line, for “PDF to HTML.” Step by step.

    Here are the short instructions to convert a PDF to HTML using WSL with Ubuntu 20.04:

    1. Install WSL with Ubuntu 20.04.
    2. Launch the Ubuntu terminal.
    3. Update Ubuntu: sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y.
    4. Install Poppler: sudo apt install -y poppler-utils.
    5. Convert PDF to HTML using:
      pdftohtml -s <input_file>.pdf <output_file>.html
    6. Access the converted HTML file in the same directory.

    That’s it!

  • My first time using Jetpack’s AI Assistant

    My first time using Jetpack’s AI Assistant

    Are you ready to step into the future of content creation? Well, I certainly was when I tried out Jetpack’s AI Assistant for the first time. As a regular blogger, I’m always looking for ways to streamline my writing process and deliver engaging content to my readers. And let me tell you, Jetpack’s AI Assistant did not disappoint!

    From the moment I opened the editor, I was greeted by the friendly and intuitive interface. The AI Assistant seamlessly integrated into my WordPress dashboard, making it incredibly convenient to access its features. With just a few clicks, I was ready to embark on my AI-powered writing journey.

    As I started typing, the AI Assistant impressed me with its ability to generate helpful suggestions in real-time. From catchy blog titles to compelling introductions, it seemed like the AI had an endless supply of creative ideas. It quickly became my trusty companion, offering invaluable guidance while blending seamlessly with my own writing style.

    But Jetpack’s AI Assistant is not only about generating ideas – it’s also great at enhancing existing content. With its powerful language model, it effortlessly helped me refine my sentences, improve the flow of my paragraphs, and ensure my grammar was spot on. Within minutes, my once ordinary piece of content was transformed into a polished and professional blog post.

    What truly sets Jetpack’s AI Assistant apart is its adaptability. It learns from user feedback, constantly refining its suggestions to better cater to individual writing preferences. It understands my tone, my voice, and ultimately helps me express myself authentically. It truly feels like having a virtual writing partner by my side.

    All in all, my first experience using Jetpack’s AI Assistant was nothing short of amazing. It has revolutionized the way I approach content creation, saving me valuable time while elevating the quality of my writing. Whether you’re a seasoned blogger or just starting out, I highly recommend giving Jetpack’s AI Assistant a try. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!

    So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap into the future of content creation and unlock your writing potential with Jetpack’s AI Assistant. Happy writing!

    Note: This blog post is written with the assistance of Jetpack’s AI Assistant.

  • Having fun with DALL-E

    Having fun with DALL-E

  • News page added back to website

    News page added back to website

    The News page has been added back to the website. Some news sources were removed as they often produced RSS errors or the headlines were simply too bombastic or misleading by my standards.

    On the tech side of it, I did have to add some JavaScript to the native WordPress RSS widgets, so that I links opened in a new tab, etc., below is the code snippet:

    <script>
    // Open link in new tab
    let link = document.querySelectorAll('.wp-block-rss__item a')
    link.forEach((e) => {
        e.setAttribute("target", "_blank")
    })

    // Add inline style to the <ul>
    let news_list = document.querySelectorAll("ul.wp-block-rss")
    news_list.forEach((e) => {
        e.setAttribute("style", "list-style-type:none; margin: 1rem auto;");
    })

    // Make the title inline
    let wp_block_rss_item_title = document.querySelectorAll('div.wp-block-rss__item-title')
    wp_block_rss_item_title.forEach((e) => {
        e.setAttribute("style", "display:inline-block!important;");
    })

    // Style the publish date
    let wp_block_rss_item_publish_date = document.querySelectorAll('.wp-block-rss__item-publish-date')
    wp_block_rss_item_publish_date.forEach((e) => {
        e.setAttribute("style", "display:inline-block!important; font-weight:bold; margin:0 8px;")
    })
</script>
  • Focus!

    Focus!

  • 30 years ago today

    30 years ago today

    30TH ANNIVERSARY OF LICENSING THE WEB FOR GENERAL USE AND AT NO COST

    Today marks the 30th anniversary of the release of the World Wide Web into the public domain, for general use, and at no cost, on 30 April 1993 by CERN.

  • Git Common Command Lines

    Git Common Command Lines