Hi, and welcome to my blog, personal writing and journal about ideas, food, travel and some lifestyle. Thanks for dropping by.
Saturday, November 2, 2024
How to Merge Rank, Full Name, and Suffix in Excel Using TEXTJOIN
Monday, October 21, 2024
Get Ready for a Sulit Food Trip LIKE NO OTHER with Mang Gyupsal!
Imagine this: unlimited BBQ and street food without needing
to order straight from Korea! They’ve got BBQ, fried noodles, fish cakes,
corndogs, tteokbokki, and even a kimchi burger! Yup, you heard that right, a
kimchi burger! You won’t find that everywhere.
But wait, there’s more! If you love sizzling dishes, you’re in for a treat. Mang Gyupsal serves up Korean Soy Garlic Chicken, Sizzling Kare-Kare, and the crispiest, most flavorful sisig. Trust me, the sisig here is next-level - crispy and creamy all at once, like a fiesta in your mouth!
Feeling adventurous? Try their Do-It-Yourself ramen, where
you can customize the flavors to your heart’s content. Plus, they’ve got
classics like chao pan, pansit canton, and lutong-bahay dishes, making it the
ultimate comfort food destination.
The vibe? Super chill! With an al fresco setup and a cozy second floor, it’s the perfect spot to unwind after class or hang out with friends. Best of all, it’s easy on the student budget, so you can enjoy that unli BBQ without feeling guilty about your allowance.
And don’t forget the extras - Korean eggdrop sandwiches,
chicken pastil, fries, and refreshing coolers to wash down all the
deliciousness. If you’re looking for an all-in-one dining experience that’s
both sulit and satisfying, Mang Gyupsal is the place to be.
So, what are you waiting for? Unli BBQ, sizzling dishes, Korean street food, and more, it’s all here! Perfectly located near Enverga University, Mang Gyupsal is your new post-class hangout. Kita-kits sa Mang Gyupsal!
Friday, October 18, 2024
Monday, October 14, 2024
Speed Up Your PC: Disable Apps from Running at Startup!
Disabling applications from running
on startup can help speed up your computer's boot time and improve performance.
Here's how to do it on various platforms:
Windows:
- Task Manager:
- Right-click the taskbar
and select Task Manager.
- Go to the Startup tab.
- Right-click any program you
want to disable and choose Disable.
- Settings (Windows 11/10):
- Go to Settings > Apps
> Startup.
- Toggle off any app you don't
want to run at startup.
Mac:
- System Preferences:
- Click the Apple menu
and go to System Preferences.
- Open Users & Groups,
then select your user account.
- Click the Login Items
tab.
- Select the app you want to
disable and click the minus (-) button.
Ubuntu/Linux:
- Startup Applications:
- Open the Startup
Applications tool.
- Find the program in the list
and uncheck it, or select it and click Remove.
Disabling unnecessary apps can make
your system start faster and run smoother.
Friday, October 11, 2024
Elon Musk's Futuristic ROBOTAXI, ROBOVAN, and HUMANOID ROBOTS: Welcome to the Future!
Okay, Elon Musk is at it again, folks! The man
just dropped some news that feels like straight out of a sci-fi movie—except,
you know, it's happening for real. So let’s break it down because wow.
First off, Tesla’s Robotaxi. Fully autonomous
and… wait for it… under 30k! Like, imagine telling your car, ‘Hey, take me to
the grocery store,’ while you’re sitting back eating chips. Is this the future,
or just a lazy person’s dream come true? Either way, I’m here for it!
And look at it go! No more ‘I’m stuck in traffic’
excuses, my friends. This thing just knows what to do. Honestly, does
it come with a therapist feature? ‘Cause I could use one during rush hour.
But wait, there’s more! Introducing the Robovan!
Yes, a 20-passenger van that probably runs smoother than my group of friends
trying to decide where to eat. It’s like Musk just said, ‘Why stop at taxis?
Let’s make carpooling futuristic, too!’ Imagine the road trips with this thing!
No one’s fighting over shotgun anymore—because it’s driving itself!
I have one question though - if I host karaoke in
this van, do I have to pay the van extra for keeping up with my terrible
singing?
Then comes Optimus, the humanoid robot. Oh great,
now I’m officially out of excuses for why I haven’t cleaned my room. Thanks,
Elon.
Look at this robot doing all the human stuff. I
feel attacked. Next thing you know, it’ll be better at small talk than I am - and
that’s just unfair!
And Elon’s over here casually mentioning that
these robots are gonna replace some human jobs. Meanwhile, I’m like, ‘Can they
replace my stress levels?’ But in all seriousness, these robots are cool... and
a tiny bit terrifying.
So, in summary: robot taxis, van parties, and
humanoid robots. Elon Musk just keeps pulling us deeper into the future. I’m
excited, slightly scared, but mostly just hoping these robots won’t judge my
life choices. What do you guys think? Drop a comment below, and let’s chat
about our future robot overlords - I mean, assistants. Same thing, right?
Ang Sarap ng Pancit Guisado sa Kwatogs!!!
Finally got to taste the famous Pansit Guisado at Kwatogs Lucena Poblacion - wow, ang sarap nga! Perfect balance ng savory at saucy, with just the right amount of crunch! Shoutout sa generous sponsor, libre is life!
Kwatogs is a Filipino casual dining restaurant that serves
mouth-watering noodle dishes, thereby empowering its famous Pansit Guisado.
They serve different kinds of comfort foods in Filipino cuisine such as lomi,
miki bihon, and rice meals. Starting from its original branches in the Batangas
area, Kwatogs has now expanded into many places, one of which is here in Lucena
City.
Food at this restaurant is highly affordable, highly
filling, and exudes typically Filipino flavor, thus attracting people who want
real food with good portions. If you're still craving that home-style cooking,
then Kwatogs isn't a bad try at all.
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Convert Numbers into Words in Microsoft Excel (Code)
Option Explicit
'Main Function
Function SpellNumber(ByVal MyNumber, Output)
Dim Dollars, Cents, Temp
Dim DecimalPlace, Count
ReDim Place(9) As String
Place(2) = " Thousand "
Place(3) = " Million "
Place(4) = " Billion "
Place(5) = " Trillion "
' String representation of amount.
MyNumber = Trim(Str(MyNumber))
' Position of decimal place 0 if none.
DecimalPlace = InStr(MyNumber, ".")
' Convert cents and set MyNumber to dollar amount.
If DecimalPlace > 0 Then
Cents = GetTens(Left(Mid(MyNumber, DecimalPlace + 1) & "00", 2))
MyNumber = Trim(Left(MyNumber, DecimalPlace - 1))
End If
Count = 1
Do While MyNumber <> ""
Temp = GetHundreds(Right(MyNumber, 3))
If Temp <> "" Then Dollars = Temp & Place(Count) & Dollars
If Len(MyNumber) > 3 Then
MyNumber = Left(MyNumber, Len(MyNumber) - 3)
Else
MyNumber = ""
End If
Count = Count + 1
Loop
If Output = 0 Then
Select Case Dollars
Case ""
Dollars = ""
Case "One"
Dollars = ""
Case Else
Dollars = Dollars
End Select
Select Case Cents
Case ""
Cents = ""
Case "One"
Cents = "Point One"
Case Else
Cents = " Point " & Cents
End Select
End If
If Output = 1 Then
Select Case Dollars
Case ""
Dollars = "No Dollars"
Case "One"
Dollars = "One Dollar"
Case Else
Dollars = Dollars & " Dollars"
End Select
Select Case Cents
Case ""
Cents = " and No Cents"
Case "One"
Cents = " and One Cent"
Case Else
Cents = " and " & Cents & " Cents"
End Select
End If
If Output = 2 Then
Select Case Dollars
Case ""
Dollars = "No Pesos"
Case "One"
Dollars = "One Peso"
Case Else
Dollars = Dollars & " Pesos"
End Select
Select Case Cents
Case ""
Cents = " and No Cents"
Case "One"
Cents = " and One Cent"
Case Else
Cents = " and " & Cents & " Cents"
End Select
End If
If Output = 3 Then
Select Case Dollars
Case ""
Dollars = "No Pounds"
Case "One"
Dollars = "One Pound"
Case Else
Dollars = Dollars & " Pounds"
End Select
Select Case Cents
Case ""
Cents = " and No Pence"
Case "One"
Cents = " and One Pence"
Case Else
Cents = " and " & Cents & " Pence"
End Select
End If
If Output = 4 Then
Select Case Dollars
Case ""
Dollars = "No Euros"
Case "One"
Dollars = "One Euro"
Case Else
Dollars = Dollars & " Euros"
End Select
Select Case Cents
Case ""
Cents = " and No Cents"
Case "One"
Cents = " and One Cent"
Case Else
Cents = " and " & Cents & " Cents"
End Select
End If
SpellNumber = Dollars & Cents
End Function
' Converts a number from 100-999 into text
Function GetHundreds(ByVal MyNumber)
Dim Result As String
If Val(MyNumber) = 0 Then Exit Function
MyNumber = Right("000" & MyNumber, 3)
' Convert the hundreds place.
If Mid(MyNumber, 1, 1) <> "0" Then
Result = GetDigit(Mid(MyNumber, 1, 1)) & " Hundred "
End If
' Convert the tens and ones place.
If MyNumber <= 99.99 Then
If Mid(MyNumber, 2, 1) <> "0" Then
Result = Result & GetTens(Mid(MyNumber, 2))
Else
Result = Result & GetDigit(Mid(MyNumber, 3))
End If
Else
If Mid(MyNumber, 2, 1) <> "0" Then
Result = Result & "and " & GetTens(Mid(MyNumber, 2))
Else
Result = Result & "and " & GetDigit(Mid(MyNumber, 3))
End If
End If
GetHundreds = Trim(Result)
End Function
' Converts a number from 10 to 99 into text.
Function GetTens(TensText)
Dim Result As String
Result = "" ' Null out the temporary function value.
If Val(Left(TensText, 1)) = 1 Then ' If value between 10-19...
Select Case Val(TensText)
Case 10: Result = "Ten"
Case 11: Result = "Eleven"
Case 12: Result = "Twelve"
Case 13: Result = "Thirteen"
Case 14: Result = "Fourteen"
Case 15: Result = "Fifteen"
Case 16: Result = "Sixteen"
Case 17: Result = "Seventeen"
Case 18: Result = "Eighteen"
Case 19: Result = "Nineteen"
Case Else
End Select
Else ' If value between 20-99...
Select Case Val(Left(TensText, 1))
Case 2: Result = "Twenty "
Case 3: Result = "Thirty "
Case 4: Result = "Forty "
Case 5: Result = "Fifty "
Case 6: Result = "Sixty "
Case 7: Result = "Seventy "
Case 8: Result = "Eighty "
Case 9: Result = "Ninety "
Case Else
End Select
Result = Result & GetDigit(Right(TensText, 1)) ' Retrieve ones place.
End If
GetTens = Trim(Result)
End Function
' Converts a number from 1 to 9 into text.
Function GetDigit(Digit)
Select Case Val(Digit)
Case 1: GetDigit = "One"
Case 2: GetDigit = "Two"
Case 3: GetDigit = "Three"
Case 4: GetDigit = "Four"
Case 5: GetDigit = "Five"
Case 6: GetDigit = "Six"
Case 7: GetDigit = "Seven"
Case 8: GetDigit = "Eight"
Case 9: GetDigit = "Nine"
Case Else: GetDigit = ""
End Select
End Function