We're continuing investigation to the performance issues, you can follow and react here: https://lemmy.world/c/friendicaworld

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Finally trying to get around to some held projects, since the hold-reasons are.....well, currently on hold ;) Anyway, one recc I was quite interested in was Proton Calendar, however it turns out that one of my high-use features (cal sharing) is _not_ part of their free option, and given that I currently am jobless (among other things), adding bills & subscriptions is not really an option at this time. Thoughts for similar (non-Google, pref non-US) free options?
(yes, I realize there might not be any that are reliable/wise/etc....but can't hurt to ask right?)

#xapAsks #CalendarThoughts #Proton

#proton #xapAsks #CalendarThoughts

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I _think_ on Friendica & Mastodon optional account settings to prompt you to add alt-text to your images depend in the server? So you may not be able to force-remind yourself that way, but you should still use #AltText 😀

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2025-03-23 00:25:16

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Just a reminder: pictures with Alt-Text are extra-awesome :) And in case you're sometimes forgetful like I am, pixelfed has an opt-in feature that forces you to add alt text before posting if you enable it :) (navigate to Settings then Media to turn on)
#AltText #Accessibility #NatureLove #Happymaking #Capybara
#alttext
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If you don't add alt-text that's useful and accurate enough, Mastodon users won't care which server of what software you're on and what the rules are where you are. (They won't know what software you use anyway.) They will at the very least lecture you about the importance of alt-text, if not out-right attack you as ableist and/or sanction you.

It is due to this and due to the corresponding behaviour of Mastodon users that the Friendica community is slowly discovering that alt-text matters and learning what it is. It had been completely unknown and especially not part of Friendica's culture for almost a decade and a half.

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Someone just gave me a heads-up about this site… Free heirloom seeds for starting your garden? 🧐

freeheirloomseeds.org/

This seems like a really cool organization

#gardening #solarpunk #resist

Free Seeds from FreeHeirloomSeeds.org

FreeHeirloomSeeds.org is a community resource connecting people with the means to produce our own food.
freeheirloomseeds.org
#solarpunk #gardening #resist
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OMG THE TINIEST

For the first time in 185 years, the world's smallest otter makes a comeback in Nepal goodgoodgood.co/articles/world…

World's smallest otter makes a comeback after 185 years

Scientists have for the first time in 185 years confirmed the presence of the Asian small-clawed otter in Nepal, thrilling conservationists and researchers looking for clues to its existence here.
Abhaya Raj Joshi (Good Good Good)

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Just under fifteen minutes until I’m live singing #folkSongs for the Internet. Joins us!
mendeddrum.org/@pdcawley/11416…

Piers Cawley

2025-03-14 16:42:15

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Gill's out of hospital, my head isn't full of mucus and I have a shiny new Ear Trumpet Labs microphone called Myrtle to show off.

So I'll be streaming #folkSongs tonight from 8pm UK time. #TOTP snark's been fun these last few weeks, but a boy's gotta sing!

youtube.com/live/ScV41jhj2Gg

Folk Songs with Loopy Pro and Myrtle

My wife's out of hospital, I don't have a head full of cold and I've got a new microphone! Let's goooo!Expect the usual looping shenanigans, roosters in chat...
YouTube

#folksongs

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ooooo, they found a whole lot of the old canals!

Archaeologists Discover a Network of More Than 4,000 Canals and 700 Farms in Eridu, the First City in History According to Mesopotamian Sources labrujulaverde.com/en/2025/03/…

Archaeologists Discover a Network of More Than 4,000 Canals and 700 Farms in Eridu, the First City in History

In the heart of ancient Mesopotamia, a group of researchers has achieved a significant archaeological mileston
Guillermo Carvajal (La Brújula Verde)

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Fell rather behind on posting, but still trying to be mindful, and finding at least one #TinyJoy every day. I'm thankful I've had quite a few (of all sizes) recently. Def helps with all the rocky and rough patches.

Made a screw up this morning, luckily with minimal long-term damage. And even though it threw my schedule a bit off, these daffodils were still ready to brighten things up when I did get going 😊
#NatureLove #RightOutsideTheDoor

#naturelove #TinyJoy #RightOutsideTheDoor

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It's Bandcamp Friday! Here's a few things to get you started 😀

Adam Griff Sanford's firstalbum is out TODAY! drgriff.bandcamp.com

If you decide to get your tickets for Sooj & Leslie's upcoming livestream today, they get a lil more 💰for the magic they do: sjtucker.bandcamp.com/merch/s-…

Dr. Mary Crowell also has a new ablum! marycrowell.bandcamp.com/album…

Jen Midkiff had a great FAWM, and is sharing batch 1 with everyone: jenmidkiff.bandcamp.com/album/…

MANY more filk-related links are stored at mapcase.org/bclinks/

Wondering how much time is left to maximize your shopping? isitbandcampfriday.com/

#Bandcamp #BandcampFriday #Filk #FilkMusic #SupportMusicians #SupportMusic

#bandcamp #bandcampfriday #supportmusic #supportmusicians #Filk #FilkMusic

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xap posts! The not-fun version.....

Given how their struggles have been increasing, especially the last few months, I should have expected it, but between the world and my own life I had enough other focuses that I rather hoped it'd be a bit longer. Unfortunately I was wrong, and last week failed to make it through Company Downsizing Round #5 😞 Laid off after 18 years, 1 month, 10 days....pretty sure résumé formats have changed just a skosh 😆
So that’s A Thing (and if you know of any opportunities for someone with a good chunk of experience in Supply Chain Admin, feel free to drop a note?)

(yes, at least at the moment doing more okay than expected given Everything. And am get a small severance so fiscally can manage for a bit. And have fantastic family & friends whom I adore).
#xapsNextPhase

#5 #xapsNextPhase

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Eurofilk #filk on Thursday 6 March at 18:00 Central European Time! First one to guess which occasion we will celebrate will win some sort of prize! (Well, maybe not much of a prize. Except egoboo for knowing excessive amounts of trivia.)
us02web.zoom.us/j/84416611548?…
Meeting ID: 844 1661 1548
Password: philker

Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting

Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems.
Zoom Video
#Filk

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If you have a pet that has a microchip (highly recommended for eligible critters, even indoor-only; things happen) you should make sure you know who it's by/with. Even if it's not with Save Your Pet, this is also a good reminder to verify that your data is up-to-date.

aaha.org/trends-magazine/publi…

Microchip company closes unexpectedly: What it means for pet owners, veterinary practices - AAHA

The closure of a pet microchip company sparks confusion, but AAHA's microchip registry lookup tool can help. 
American Animal Hospital Association
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300 hours until Hugo nominations close!

seattlein2025.org/wsfs/hugo-aw…

How to Nominate

Instructions for nominating works for the 2025 Hugo Awards, the Lodestar Award for Best Young Adult Book, and the Astounding Award for Best New Writer.
Seattle Worldcon 2025
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I bet your timeline could use some sunflowers.
#Bloomscrolling #flowers
#bloomscrolling #flowers
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This is a neat idea!

(h/t Ysabet)

Bringing picture books to life for blind and visually impaired children positive.news/society/bringing…

Bringing picture books to life for blind and visually impaired children

For over 30 years, Living Paintings has been helping blind and visually impaired people enjoy art through touch and sound. Here, we explore the hard work involved in adapting a two-dimensional book for its readers
Hannah Partos (Positive News)

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An #arrowhead made of #meteorite iron: around 1,500 BC, a meteorite struck #Estonia. A fragment of it arrived - presumably in the baggage of an amber trader - at what is now Lake Biel, #Switzerland. An arrowhead was then made there from the cosmic iron.

From Mörigen, 900-800 BC.

📷 me

#archaeology

#archaeology #switzerland #estonia #meteorite #Arrowhead
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okay this is DELIGHTFUL

(h/t Lillia)

What can theoretical physics teach us about knitting? phys.org/news/2025-02-theoreti…

What can theoretical physics teach us about knitting?

The practice of purposely looping thread to create intricate knit garments and blankets has existed for millennia.
Nathi Magubane (Phys.org)

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