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Creativity, ideas, art: the basic definitions
Anybody who has ever worked in a creative field will know that nobody else has the remotest idea about what you are doing. ‘Idea’, ‘Creativity’ and ‘Art’ are perversely some of the least well defined and most abused words in our language, and this book requires absolute clarity in respect to all three. The Oxford
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Making it all up
The relationship of quantum physics and language The great CERN physicist Ian Bell once wrote a short reflective paper called “Speakable and unspeakable in quantum physics”. He introduced this paper by quoting the opening of Koestler’s Sleepwalkers: “the manner in which some of the most important individual discoveries were arrived at reminds one of a
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The other AI
It is often assumed that AI, quantum physics and quantum computing are in some way linked. They are not. It is true that quantum science has informed the development of better conventional chips and conductors, but this is like saying that it has helped to develop better internal combustion engines (which is also true). Quantum
Learn to skate
Skatepark welcomes youth of all ages and experience levels. Whether you’ve never been on a board before, or you can already do tricks, there’s a place for you and something to learn.
Make new friends
Skateboarding is a social sport! Come hang out and meet some new friends to cheer you on while you skate. We have a strict no-bullying policy and maintain a supportive environment.
Skateboarding can teach people discipline, patience, and resiliency. It’s a great sport for kids with a lot of energy! We’ll help build up some structure and support in your life, all while you meet new people and have a ton of fun learning how to skateboard.
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