Financial Freedom Calculator

The Finxter mission is to help you stay on the right side of change. To do that, you need to own or control assets because the economy consists of capital and labor. When do you reach financial freedom under different investment assumptions? Let’s find out! πŸ‘‡ Initial Value ($): Monthly Contribution ($): Annual Return on … Read more

The New Era of Capital – Why Being a Good Worker Doesn’t Cut It Anymore

The economy is capital and labor. Historically, intelligent labor has been the limiting factor. With the rise of LLMs, generative AI, and robotics, labor is poised to become infinitely scalable. The bottleneck of intelligent labor is now resolved. Each time we remove a bottleneck from a system, a new bottleneck emerges. The new bottleneck in … Read more

Getting Rich: From Fixed Hourly Rate to Probabilistic Income

πŸ’‘ Income certainty is a costly luxury – you’re better off sacrificing it long-term. As an entrepreneur and investor who has navigated the tumultuous waters of income generation, I’ve come to understand the profound difference between earning a fixed hourly rate and embracing the uncertain yet potentially explosive world of probabilistic income. This journey of … Read more

Following The Script

πŸ‘‰ This email is written on 02/07/2024 as part of the free Finxter newsletter. Join >100k tech enthusiasts! Here’s The Scriptβ„’ society wants you to follow: Work hard, be disciplined, study (and study some more) – and reach success. Well, society has no money-back guarantee (unlike Finxter). More importantly, you won’t get the lost time … Read more

Does Tesla Use Python?

Python’s efficiency and flexibility have established it as a premier language in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and data sciencesβ€”domains integral to the technological advancements of the automotive industry. Tesla, at the forefront of electric vehicles and autonomous technology, harnesses Python’s strengths in developing its cutting-edge technologies. Introduction to Tesla and … Read more

Does Amazon Use C?

C, one of the oldest and most efficient programming languages, is a bedrock for system-level application development due to its speed and minimal runtime. As Amazon continues to develop and maintain its vast array of services, the C language plays an important role in providing low-level access to system resources and hardware. Amazon, a powerhouse … Read more

Upwork Still Good?

With the rapidly changing environment, i.e., ChatGPT, generative AI, the economic slowdown, and additional competition, a member of the Finxter Mastermind Group Oz recently shared the following macro concerns in the group: Perceived headwinds of Freelancing on Upwork: Before I’ll give you my perception of the changing landscape in freelancing, let’s examine these points one … Read more

Buy and Hold Through Change! $600 Monthly to $500K in 10 Years with Tech Stocks

πŸ’‘ Disclaimer: This isn’t financial advice! DYOR and talk to a professional before making any investment decisions. Finxter is all about staying on the right side of change. I have always believed in simple strategies like buying and holding good companies. This backtesting study peeks into the past decade, mapping out a journey where a … Read more

5 Best Smoothies for Coders You Can Easily Copy & Paste

πŸ«πŸ“πŸ₯’πŸ₯¦πŸ₯• Smoothies can be a perfect choice for coders looking for a healthy and delicious way to fuel their programming sessions. Here are five outstanding smoothie recipes from WeirdSmoothies.com, each offering a unique blend of flavors and health benefits: Beet Carrot Celery Smoothie This smoothie is a simple, nutritious option that combines the earthiness of … Read more

The Art of Clean Code – The Pareto Principle in Tech

If you’re a developer looking to up your coding game, you need to be familiar with the 80/20 rule. Otherwise known as the Pareto Principle, it’s an age-old concept that, when applied to programming, can revolutionize how you approach your workflow and productivity. If you haven’t read it, check out the previous article in this … Read more

What’s Not Going to Change in 10 Years? (Jeff Bezos)

Where change is the only constant (alien technology LLMs!), it’s easy to get caught up in a cycle of chasing the next big thing. However, Amazon’s former CEO, Jeff Bezos, offers a different perspective useful for navigating our careers, enhancing productivity, refining our mindset, and looking toward the future of business and technology: Jeff Bezos: … Read more