MacOS on Bdim

My note on learning LeNet 5

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 00:01:11 +0800

Some words

“The more I get, the less I know.”
——bdim

Recently, I am trying to learn more about image recognition. One of the topics that I am interested in is LeNet, which is a classic convolutional neural network. In this article, I will try to re-implement a LeNet using PyTorch and then abstractly understand some parts that I do not quite understand. The contents of this article may be inaccurate and will continue to update the details. Welcome to discuss with me about this article.

Using Copilot with Local Deployment & Private Deployment Models via Ollama

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:01:11 +0800

Using Copilot with Local Models via Ollama

Recently, Mistral AI released a highly efficient code-writing model called codestral. It’s only 22B, and my MacBook can easily handle it, using around 15GB of memory during operation. I wanted to integrate it with VSCode to replace GitHub Copilot for more secure coding.

Ensure you have Ollama and the codestral model installed. It’s straightforward following the official links.

To use a Copilot-like feature in VSCode, you need to install codestral and starcoder2 via Ollama, then install the Continue plugin in VSCode. Ensure Ollama is running by checking localhost:11434.

Using Nix Flakes as a Package Manager on macOS & Yubikey SSH Usage Memo

Mon, 20 May 2024 00:01:11 +0800

Using Nix Flakes as a Package Manager on macOS & Yubikey SSH Usage Memo

Nix Flakes

After reading fernvenue’s recent article Play with Nix Flakes, I decided to fully embrace Nix on my Mac, moving away from brew and Xcode. By discarding these bulky tools, I can easily install only what I need.

Recently, I treated myself to an old M1 Max for my birthday, as I still rely on Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro. ~~After all, I can’t resist Apple’s accurate color displays.~~ So, even though Debian can replace many tools, I still need to use macOS.

Debian GNOME on Mac Mini M1

Sun, 12 May 2024 00:01:11 +0800

Installation Memo for Debian GNOME on Mac Mini M1

I’ve long heard about Asahi Linux, and today I gave it a try, and it’s indeed impressive. Previously, I followed the official documentation to install Fedora, only to find out there are mature scripts available for direct Debian installation. Today, I finally mustered the courage to try my hand at installing on Mac, start the challenge like a newbie!

You can:

Configuring Rime Input Method on macOS

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:02:11 +0800

Configuring Rime Input Method on macOS

Installing Rime

Recently, I learned from Teacher fernvenue how to configure input methods on Debian GNOME and found that Rime is also applicable on macOS. Configuring Rime/Zhongzhouyun on macOS is just as straightforward.

Firstly, visit the Rime official website and directly download the installation package for Squirrel.pkg. After installation, the system will prompt you to either log out and log back in or manually log out and log in again.

An overview of the experience of using Nix as a package manager on macOS.

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 00:01:11 +0800

Hello everyone! Recently, I have noticed more and more people around me talking about Nix. As a tech newbie, although I don’t have much experience in coding, I deeply feel the inconvenience of using HomeBrew as a package manager on macOS in my daily use.

So, I decided to give Nix a try for package management! A big step for a tech newbie!

I am using a Mac mini M1, and I believe machines with similar Apple silicon can also benefit from my experience. There is very limited Chinese content online about installing Nix on macOS, so I decided to share some of my experiences, hoping to help more friends!