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A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools.
-Douglas Adams1 -
Useless feature I've built?
Too many to mention. Here's #25.
Modified an existing "Are you sure..?" dialog pop-up (Yes/No buttons) to Yes/No/Cancel. Why? Managers claimed users were "accidentally" clicking 'Yes' when they should have clicked 'No' and causing all kinds of chaos, costing the company money, etc. Managers believed giving the user two chances instead of one would make it easier to avoid the problems they caused.
The meeting:
Me: "Users can click 'No', hit the 'Esc' key, or click the close 'X' button on the window, how will an extra button make it more foolproof?"
Mgr1: "It just will. Andy accidentally deleted inventory and when I asked him if an extra button would have saved them a days worth of re-counts, he said yes."
Mgr2: "Barb accidentally credited a customer $1,500. She promised me she clicked 'No', but the system credited the account anyway. An extra button would have saved us thousands of dollars!"
Me: "Um...these sound like training issues, not an extra button issue."
MyMgr: "PaperTrail, how hard is it to add an extra button?"
Dev1: "Oh yea, adding buttons is easy."
Dev2: "I can do it 5 minutes"
Dev3: "We'll save the company thousands and thousands of dollars!"
<lots of head-knodding and smiles>
MyMgr: "That settles it. PaperTrail, add the extra button!"
Users still screwed things up, but at least they couldn't blame it on not having an extra button.24 -
I feel all of us here could use this brilliant quote by Douglas Adams.
A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools.1 -
For several years now, I have been writing programs for myself. I have been publishing the source code for them, but none of them ever got much traction. Then I wrote a program that existing users on social media could just interact with without installation (because even that is too much apparently).
When I wrote the programs for myself with others secondary, I had logic problems to solve and dealt with fucked up API's. Now I still have that problem, but I also have to deal with user retardation. They are not using the program in the way I wrote it to be used, at all. They are not passing arguments where there should be, they are running commands that are still under development and therefore (rightfully IMO) available to only me. I am the one being blamed, why doesn't this thing work?
I'd like to rephrase their question to me. Why are you user not using the goddamn program properly? Why should I need to make half the goddamn code account for users' sheer level of retardation?
Yes, users are retarded. And it's not a battle we can win. Earlier I heard this saying that "every time you make your tools more foolproof, the universe invents a better fool".6 -
If you think parametised queries will save the day think again.
I occasionally test sites I visit throwing a few quotes at inputs and query params.
I also always test logging in as % with user or pass.
Not only are plaintext passwords a thing but so is this:
WHERE username LIKE ? AND password LIKE ?.
Once I saw an OR.7 -
How much of fairness can human factor add to a government compared to foolproof AI algorithm. Is it too early or too utopiaic to trust AI with governance compared to agenda based corporate embracing environment destructing corrupt to the core politicians. Is AI more evil than today's politicians. Is there a project already similar to crypto currency on governance. On seeing all butt heads in power and in age where whistle blowers are caged I feel helpless tothink software cannot change the most primal thing - politics. Switching on TV and watching news had never been this disgusting. Flushing these thoughts , came back to my desk to learn something better and be at peace with programming.4
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Does anyone know a foolproof way of radio controlling a dozen arduinos? I'm working on a big project that needs about a dozen arduinos working with each other.16
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I'm sure this will have no privacy or security implications whatsoever. 100% foolproof and not a problem.
https://cnn.com/2020/11/...1 -
I was recently contacted by the administrator of a WhatsApp group supposedly affiliated with a company called Zenith Asset Investing Education Foundation. They presented an opportunity to use a so-called revolutionary software program named FINQbot, which allegedly analyzes market data across all platforms to provide foolproof trading insights. The catch? You don’t actually get to see or access this software directly. Instead, they claimed you could "test" it on real trades and keep the profits for six months. However, to continue benefiting, they required you to create an account on an exchange they claimed was legitimate—Cirkor.
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I initially learned about the Bitcoin world on a chilly, rainy evening. Although I had heard rumors of this digital revolution, I wasn't too enthralled with it until a friend showed me Ethereum. The prospect of a transparent, safe, and decentralized financial system was enticing, so I jumped right into the blockchain technology realm. With a newfound enthusiasm, I began investing in Ethereum, carefully researching the market and making strategic decisions. The initial months were filled with excitement as I watched my portfolio grow, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride in my newfound financial acumen. However, my elation was short-lived. One fateful day, I received a call from a supposed "financial advisor" who claimed to have a foolproof investment opportunity. Blinded by greed and the promise of quick returns, I trusted this individual and transferred a significant portion of my Ethereum holdings to their "secure" wallet. It wasn't until days later that I realized I had been the victim of a sophisticated scam. My Ethereum was gone, vanished into the ether, and I was left feeling devastated, betrayed, and utterly helpless. In the aftermath of this devastating loss, I found myself in a state of despair. I had poured countless hours and a substantial amount of my savings into building this portfolio, and now it had all been snatched away. The emotional toll was overwhelming, and I struggled to come to terms with the reality of my situation. While struggling with the fallout from the scam, I came across Hack Savvy Tech website, which specializes in recovering stolen or lost cryptocurrency. I initially doubted that they could actually assist me in getting back what I had lost. But since I couldn't see any other workable possibilities, I made the decision to contact them and ask for help. The Hack Savvy Tech staff was kind and understanding, and they got to work on my case right away. They paid close attention to what I had to say, examined the specifics of the loss, and came up with a thorough plan to find the stolen Ethereum and start the recovery procedure. What followed was a meticulous and painstaking investigation, as the Hack Savvy Tech team delved into the complex world of blockchain forensics. They utilized advanced analytical tools and techniques to trace the movement of the stolen funds, navigating the labyrinth of digital wallets and exchanges in pursuit of my lost Ethereum. The process was not without its challenges. There were moments of frustration and uncertainty, as the trail often seemed to go cold or lead to dead ends. But the Hack Savvy Tech team remained steadfast, driven by a determination to see justice served and to restore what had been taken from me. The moment I received the news that my Ethereum had been located and was in the process of being returned to me was one of pure elation. It was as if a weight had been lifted from my shoulders, and I could finally breathe a sigh of relief. The emotional rollercoaster I had endured had been worth it, and I was grateful beyond measure for the dedication and skill of the Hack Savvy Tech team. As the funds were gradually repatriated, I couldn't help but reflect on the lessons I had learned throughout this ordeal. The experience had been a harsh reminder of the risks and vulnerabilities inherent in the world of cryptocurrency, and it had taught me the importance of exercising caution and diligence when it comes to my financial investments. Visit their website via:
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