🔥A Dollar and a Dream! Hustling with AI, 2.3K TTH Peeps, & Data Center Game Plan
Same mission. Same ambition...
Yo, yo, yo! It’s that time again!
How’s everybody doing?! We hope y’all are good—lookin’ good, feelin’ good, everything good!
We’re back with another #TTH newsletter 📰. Just want to bring y’all up to speed on what been happening with us and drop a few gems that’ll help you level up, family!
Honestly, things couldn’t be better on our end. Between the amazing tech conferences we’ve been attending, our growing community, and the plans we have in the works — EVERYTHING is good!
The hustle just doesn’t stop. We’re definitely out here making it happen, and we appreciate each one of y’all for being a part of this journey. Now let’s get to what you came here for.
If you’re new here: Welcome. If you’re true here: Welcome back.
Let’s talk.
🎉2.39k #TTH YouTube Peeps!
BobbyD 👨🏾💻:
Ayyye, so first on the agenda, I have to give a big shoutout to the #TTH community, man. Y’all are the best, you hear me?!
We’re at almost 3,000 subscribers on #TheTechHustle YouTube channel!
That’s major! 🎉
Y’all already know that we’re all about growth, leveling up, and just being better than you were the day before. So, it’s really an honor to know that so many folks find value in the work we’re putting in and want to learn from us so they can level up as well.
Y’all are the fuel behind our fire🔥Now, let’s keep growing.
Tell your friends, family, coworkers, peers, exes, and everybody else you know about #TheTechHustle and let’s get to 5,000 next! Thanks again, family!
💻 Google NotebookLM & 🏢Data Center Plans
Have y’all heard of NotebookLM?
It’s a “research and note-taking online tool” from Google (Labs) that came out in 2023.
Believe me when I tell you that this AI tool is literally about to change the game. What it does is it uses AI to aggregate your data. For instance, it can take the documents and files you have (e.g., pdfs; e-books) and combine them into one notebook that is then specialized to help teach you the content. So, let’s say you need to study for an exam, you can upload your class e-book and notes or other content from the professor, and NotebookLM will produce some questions and answers for you to practice with.
Another cool feature—which, in my opinion is the best and what I’m currently using for a project I’m working on—can create a podcast on whatever is the topic of your content. And I don’t mean some type of super-robotic-sounding podcast; this thing literally creates a full-blown discussion with two (very realistic) voices, equipped with all the natural nuances of expression and tone that we as humans do when we have conversations. It’s insane.
So, you know me, I had to test it out! I went into the system and added some notes and plans for a data center project that we’re currently working on. The project entails building and designing data centers by reutilizing older vacant buildings here in South Florida. NotebookLM took the notes and created an entire podcast out of them—and it’s pretty dope, if you ask me.
Y’all have to check it out: Podcast - Data Center Explainer
If you haven’t heard of it, I’m going to need you to dedicate a few minutes to looking into it after you finish this newsletter. After that, I want you to start thinking of ways you can utilize NotebookLM to advance your hustle—then use it!
This innovative AI tool is free now, but I have a feeling Google will start charging for it in the future. That said, get some stuff done with it while it’s still free, peeps!
📍 #TTH Tour Update
It’s been nothing but motion when it comes to the #TTH nationwide tour.
As y’all know, we were at the Black Men in Tech Conference in early October. This was a very powerful event with a lot of influential melanated people in the tech space.
In early November, we pulled up at Tech Fest Live in Houston. Your boy actually had the opportunity to speak at this conference. It was an event for younger students who are in high school and their first year of college. There was a meet and greet session and guest speakers talked about their journeys in tech.
After that, the #TTH crew made an appearance at the AfroTech Conference that was held Nov 13-16, also in Houston.
Can you say 10 out of 10?!
Everything from the crowd to the panel discussions, the product demos, and the career and skill building opportunities—all of it was A1! Highly recommended event.
We been busy! We’ve done a lot, but we’re not done yet! Stay tuned.
🎙️🎟️Backstage with BobbyD!
Y’all been viewing the Backstage with BobbyD interviews, right?
I sure hope so because there’s no reason you should be missing out on free knowledge.
In the latest episodes:
I spent a good hour-and-a-half talking tech success, resilience and resourcefulness, and the power and potential of AI with self-taught software engineer and AI innovator, Marlon Avery. He shared details about his journey and explained his take on why making strategic moves is the best way to get ish done in this field.
I had the pleasure of sitting down at the mic with former Twitter employee and a mentee of mine, Meryl Charleston. Meryl and I talked about what career growth and stability for black engineers looks like, and she shared her plans for moving into mentorship and public speaking.
These interviews are only available at #TheTechHustle. Tune in!
💡 Raymond’s Nuggets!
Sit up straight and pay attention. Raymond is back with more nuggets to make our lives easier!
Raymond Similien🤷🏾♂️:
🔍Startpage - Private Search Engine🔒
You might recall a few months ago, I shared DuckDuckGo as a reliable option for private searching.
This time I want to share Startpage. This is another private search engine that allows you to do everything you need to do online without the concern of being tracked or targeted or having your data collected and sold to third-party entities.
The benefits of both speak for themselves. However, in my opinion, Startpage is somewhat of a better option because search results are more accurate and the app is available for both iOS and Adroid devices.
💤SleepCalculator.com🔢
We all know how important rest is, but are we actually getting enough of it?
A site called Sleep Calculator will tell you your ‘perfect bedtime.’ All you do is input the time you want/need to wake up in the morning, and the site will provide two suggested bedtimes along with a short explanation of why you should go to bed at one of the times calculated.
🖱️Brave Browser🦁
If you’re in the market for a new secure, private browser, check out Brave Browser.
Brave prides itself on being a user-first browser that allows user to take control of their web experience. Not to mention, it has a built-in AI assistant and a VPN option.
Moreover, Brave is the only browser available on Windows, Mac and Linux.
💰Apple Has $1 Million to Spare ⛓️💥
Do you or anyone you know want to test out your hacking skills?
If so, word on the street is that Apple is giving $1 million to anyone who can hack into their AI servers.
If this is your thing, it just may be worth a try.
❌No Copyright for AI Music🎵
You may or may not already know this, but music created by AI—with zero human input—is not eligible for copyright. In other words, if you produce a song using AI, you better make sure you at least write the lyrics for else. Otherwise, it can be used by anyone because it can’t be copyrighted.
📺Show Recommendation: The Penguin🐧
It’s always a good time to add an excellent show to your watch list.
This time, I want to recommend The Penguin—an HBO mini-series.
📰 DHustle’s News & Current Events (November)
DHustle💆🏽♂️:
🗞️Random Restart on iPhone 16 and 16 Pro
A software bug on the newly release iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models has been causing users’ phones to randomly restart—no warning or reason. According to Apple, however, the issue has been fixed with the iOS 18.1 software update that was released at the end of October.
The iPhone 16 Plus and Pro Max models were not affected by this issue.
🗞️Disney Plus & Hulu Stop Subscription through Apple App
Sources across the web indicate that both Disney Plus and Hulu have put a stop to users—new and returning—using the Apple app to sign up for service. In other words, users cannot buy or renew a subscription through the Apple App Store.
🗞️Chick-fil-A Adds Streaming Service
In an unexpected move, Chick-fil-A introduces its new streaming service called Chick-fil-A Play. The service offers a variety of shows, e-books, podcasts, and other family-friendly entertainment options.
Some speculate that this move was made to help the fast food favorite increase the number of customers who dine in.
🗞️Netflix to Offer Xmas Football
This year, you have the option to watch the NFL Christmas Gameday Live on Netflix.
The streaming giant will serve as the global home of the NFL’s two Christmas Day marquee games.
🗞️Elon Releases Humanoid Robot
Elon’s ambitious plan to release a humanoid robot has finally become a reality.
The robot, name Optimus, has gone mainstream and will be available for purchase by 2026. For just $20-30k, you can own your very own personal robot that can help you with your daily tasks and activities.
🗞️Privacy Concerns with Strava App
A fitness tracking app called Starava is making headlines due to privacy concerns resulting from users’ location and health information being made available to the public. Some of the data can be linked to” high-ranking officials, political figures, and other public personalities.”
🗞️Playstation®5 - 30th Anniversary Bundle
The PlayStation®5 - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle was released on November 21. For only $499.99, you could own this limited-edition console that commemorates the company’s third decade of business.
🗞️Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Special Edition
The newest foldable phone has hit the market.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 SE’s much anticipated release was confirmed by it selling out just 10 minutes. The price ranges from $1399.99 to $2259.99.
…Not Goodbye, Just See You Later… 👋🏾
The clock is winding down on 2024, fam.
It’s all or nothing at this point. Time to really lock in and level up.
Hopefully there’s some info you found valuable in this newsletter. Take what resonates and use it to get you started on the next phase of your tech journey.
We’re dreamin’ big, baby!
Until next time! Peace…✌🏾
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Great read team, thanks for putting in the work!