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Inline plots in ipython under Ubuntu (14.04)

Posted on June 14, 2014 by cpbl

This may be my shortest blog post ever, but I’ve been wondering (even with Google’s help) for years why I cannot get my matplotlib graphics to display inline in ipython. This is not always desirable, since they’re not editable/zoomable like … Continue reading →

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Lenovo Thinkpad T410s and Ubuntu 10.10

Posted on October 29, 2010 by cpbl

This is a review, of sorts, though it will grow as I need/test features. I received my T410s and recorded a video of myself rejecting the Microsoft EULA, and erasing the harddrive. Good riddance, Windows 7. The keyboard feels really … Continue reading →

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GNU/Linux on HP Mini 1116NR

Posted on January 7, 2010 by cpbl

I got an HP Mini 1116NR. It has a solid state drive (16GB), so I hope I can commute more easily with it, even if I’m cycling or even running (it fits snugly in my very small camelbak-like pocket!). It … Continue reading →

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Alpine, offlineimap, and Gmail (under Ubuntu)

Posted on November 7, 2009 by cpbl

Another round of attempts at getting my email to do what I want has left me without success on the alpine+uw-imapd+offlineimap+gmail front, but I have now managed to compile Eduardo Chappa’s infamous (due to licensing issues) maildir patch into alpine. … Continue reading →

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