![]() Pour the Grand Marnier over the top of the margaritas. Give it a good shake until the metal of the cocktail shaker is extremely cold, then strain and pour into your prepared margarita glasses. Measure in the tequila, simple syrup and lime juice. Once your limes are juiced and other ingredients are acquired, fill a cocktail shaker with ice. You can also add ice to the glass, as well, if you want your margarita on the rocks to be extra cold. If you keep em in the fridge, pop them into the microwave for 20-30 seconds to get those juices flowing!Īlso, youll want to rim your margarita glass with salt if youre into that at this point. Pro tip: Youll get more juice from your limes if theyre room temperature. ![]() I typically do this over a liquid measuring cup * with a fine mesh strainer on top of it to keep pulp and seeds out of the final juice. The final cocktail shows great balance, though the lime does err slightly on the artificial side.ĭon’t Miss: Substitution For Dry White Wine How To Make This Cadillac Margarita Recipe At Homeįirst and foremost, juice your limes. Interestingly, the brand suggests building in a glass with tequila and ice, and stirring, which does remove an extra step of preparation. While best known for its tonic waters, Q offers a wide range of cocktails mixers, including this Key lime and agave Margarita base. What Is A Traditional Margarita Made Ofīy contrast to many of the diluted, super-sweet, and sometimes fizzy huge mugs of margaritas that are often served in restaurants around the world nowadays, a traditional margarita is actually a strong, tart cocktail made with three simple ingredients good-quality tequila, orange liqueur, and freshly-squeezed lime Q Spectacular Margarita Mix And if you like to sip a Tequila neat from time to time, Don Julio is also suitable for that. In a Margarita, Don Julio works beautifully in combination with Grand Marnier. Why we like it: You get a wonderfully smooth Tequila with hints of citrus and pepper. The quality, just like the price, stayed the same. That is not because Don Julio has lowered the price but because the competition has notably increased theirs. Previously, this was one of the more expensive Tequilas, but today it’s actually quite affordable compared to the competition. Don Julio Blanco is another excellent choice made by one of the more famous Tequila brands.
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![]() As you continue north, look out for the signs (and smells) of Gilroy, the garlic capital of the world. If you have more time, Hearst Castle is a must-see a sprawling estate with 56 bedrooms, multiple pools, 127 acres of gardens and even grazing zebras. Stop at the Madonna Inn for a giant slice of cake or a peek into one of the themed guest rooms. (Yes, we mean dirty miles of cattle farms give off a terrible stench, and miles of citrus farms-while more pleasing to the nose-will leave your car covered in bug guts.) For a leisurely road trip, we suggest Highway 1. There’s more than one way to get up the Bay you can choose the scenic route up the Pacific Coast Highway, or the down-and-dirty quick shot up the 5. ![]() Though there’s no formal address, if you’re determined (or willing to ask a local), you can find a group of easily-accessible hot springs right off the 395, just south of Mammoth Yosemite Airport. Drive up the road to Mahogany Smoked Meats and choose some road snacks from a huge selection of gourmet beef, turkey, elk, buffalo, boar and fish jerkies. Farther north, stop in Bishop for some fresh-baked loaves or pastries at Erick Schat’s Bakery. Take a small detour east to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, home to the oldest trees in the world some of these beauties have been around for more than 4,000 years. You may end up befriending some hungry alpine clibers headed to or from Mount Whitney (the highest point in the contiguous U.S. When you hit Big Pine, stop for a bite at Copper Top BBQ, a bright red smoke shack that serves piping-hot ribs and tri-tips. Take the scenic Route 395 and you’ll have a view of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountain range for most of this gorgeous drive. If you’re itching for the open road once your’re in Vegas, take a loop through Red Rock Canyon, including a 13-mile scenic loop that follows the canyon walls.ĭiscover the best things to do in Las Vegas. Get a gyro plate to fuel the rest of your journey to Sin City. In fact you can’t miss it, due to the lifesize plaster statues and Parthenon patio. If you’re hungry for something more substatial, don’t miss the Mad Greek, a surprisingly delicious Greek fast food joint. (Eventually the FBI shut this little operation down.) Get even weirder seven miles down the road in Baker with an alien sighting at Alien Jerky, a kitschy, alien-themed sundries shop selling flavored jerky, olives, nuts and candy. Created by criminal, quack radio evangelist Curtis Howe Springer back in 1944, the resort duped visitors into thinking they were soaking in healing natural hot springs, when in reality all the pools were boiler-heated. For something a little stranger, look out for exit 23 on the 15, which will lead you to the ruins of the former Zzyzx Mineral Springs and Health Spa. It’s not the most authentic of ghost towns, but it’s a worthwhile detour for a bit of Wild West history. Our advice? Never fly to Vegas the drive is too much fun to miss (well, aside from the traffic on the way home). These links have no influence on our editorial content. RECOMMENDED: The best day trips from Los Angeles So hop in the car, crank up the tunes and take your pick of scenery: Forest, beach, desert and mountain landscapes all make up these gorgeous road trips from L.A. We’ve included some suggestions of things to see and do at each locale, but for some of the bigger destinations-like nearby desert and Bay Area cities-we’ve focused more on the journey, with links out to full guides to each spot for once you’ve wrapped up the road part of your trip. ![]() Whether you’re interested in a whole weekend getaway (hello, Vegas or Big Sur) or need a nearby day trip to get some fresh air (maybe Joshua Tree?), this list has a destination for every kind of traveler. is that you can leave its urban sprawl at a moment’s notice and suddenly find yourself surrounded by nature just a few miles out of town. ![]() If not it will print 'File does not exist' and exit with error code 1.īash quotes (single and double) are evaluated in pairs. [ -f &2 exit 1) will check if the file exists. || ( statements to evaluate if condition is false )Į.g. & ( statements to evaluate if condition is true ) You can declare local variables within a bash function using the keyword local Variables The results of a command can be assigned to a variable using backquotes
![]() ![]() When you have a repository open and a user is you can hover over that username and see a GitHub-style hover. You can learn more below in the GitHub Repositories extension section. Note: If you'd like to work on a repository without cloning the contents to your local machine, you can install the GitHub Repositories extension to browse and edit directly on GitHub. See About authentication to GitHub for more information and details about each option. ![]() Note that there are several ways to authenticate to GitHub, including using your username and password with two-factor authentication (2FA), a personal access token, or an SSH key. See Personal Access Token authentication for more information. If authenticating with an existing repository doesn't work automatically, you may need to manually provide a personal access token. When you do something that requires GitHub authentication, you'll see a prompt to sign in:įollow the steps to sign into GitHub and return to VS Code. You don't need to have any special extensions installed for authentication it is built into VS Code so that you can efficiently manage your repository. You can search for and clone a repository from GitHub using the Git: Clone command in the Command Palette ( ⇧⌘P (Windows, Linux Ctrl+Shift+P)) or by using the Clone Repository button in the Source Control view (available when you have no folder open).įrom the GitHub repository dropdown you can filter and pick the repository you want to clone locally.Īuthenticating with an existing repositoryĮnabling authentication through GitHub happens when you run any Git action in VS Code that requires GitHub authentication, such as pushing to a repository that you're a member of or cloning a private repository. Setting up a repository Cloning a repository in the Status bar, paste the token, and hit Enter. Copy the token, and switch back to VS Code. In the browser window, you will receive your authorization token. If you are not redirected to VS Code, you can add your authorization token manually. Follow the prompts to authenticate with GitHub in the browser and return to VS Code. Once you've installed the GitHub Pull Requests and Issues extension, you'll need to sign in. Getting started with GitHub Pull Requests and Issues If you're new to source control or want to learn more about VS Code's basic Git support, you can start with the Source Control topic. In this topic, we'll demonstrate how you can use some of your favorite parts of GitHub without leaving VS Code. To get started with the GitHub in VS Code, you'll need to install Git, create a GitHub account and install the GitHub Pull Requests and Issues extension. Install the GitHub Pull Requests and Issues extension There are many ways to interact with GitHub, for example, via their website at or the Git command-line interface (CLI), but in VS Code, the rich GitHub integration is provided by the GitHub Pull Requests and Issues extension. Using GitHub with Visual Studio Code lets you share your source code and collaborate with others right within your editor. GitHub is a cloud-based service for storing and sharing source code. Configure IntelliSense for cross-compiling. However, they walk faster than before, making them harder enemies for Mario or Luigi to handle. Koopa Troopas reappear in Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels working exactly the same way as in the previous game. by having the Koopas on staircases replaced with Goombas. In some levels, like at the end of World 3-1, Koopas can sometimes descend staircases, allowing the player to kick their shell repeatedly against the staircase in order to potentially obtain an unlimited number of lives (although reaching the maximum can potentially lead to an instant Game Over). A Koopa Troopa is one of seven fake Bowsers that serve as the bosses of the castles in the first seven worlds, particularly in World 2's castle its true identity will be revealed if it is defeated by fireballs. There is also a variation to the Koopa Troopa known as Koopa Paratroopas, which are flying Koopa Troopas. The game's instruction manual claims that red Koopa Troopas are timid and get scared easily as the reason for them not falling off cliffs. Sometimes, if a Koopa Troopa is either hit from below or is stomped while falling, the shell is flipped upside down (like with its death animation), although if left alone long enough, the Koopa will right itself back up. The game features two different types of Koopa Troopas: green, which walks in one direction until it is defeated or falls and appears darker in underground and castle levels and red, which patrols a set area without walking off any edges. If a Koopa Troopa's shell is left alone for too long, however, the Koopa reemerges (their legs flash rapidly as a warning). If Super/ Fire Mario gets hit by the shell, he reverts to Small form Small Mario loses a life instead. If jumped on, a Koopa Troopa recedes into shell, which can then be kicked to attack other enemies. They serve as foot-soldiers in the army Bowser uses to invade the Mushroom Kingdom. In Super Mario Bros., Koopa Troopas are the second enemy Mario encounters, directly after Goombas. Koopa Troopa sprites from the NES, SNES, and GBC versions of Super Mario Bros. 2.31 Other appearances, cameos, and references.2.27 Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros.2.21.3 Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games.2.21.2 Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games.2.21.1 Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games.2.19.3 Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story / Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey.2.19.1 Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga / Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions.2.17.2 Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.2.14 Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars.2.13.5 Yoshi's Woolly World / Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World.2.13.1 Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island / Yoshi's Island: Super Mario Advance 3.2.4 Super Mario World: Mario to Yoshi no Bōken Land.2.3.2 Super Mario World television series.2.3.1.1 List of episodes featuring Koopa Troopas.2.2.17 Super Mario 3D World / Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury.2.2.8 Super Mario 64 / Super Mario 64 DS. ![]() 2.2.7 Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins.2.2.2 Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels.Koopa Troopas, after Goombas, are Mario's most common enemies. They are notable for the many uses of their shells in the Mario franchise. Since Super Mario 64, however, not all Koopa Troopas work for Bowser (or any other villain), some of whom even act as allies to Mario during his adventures, and have appeared as playable characters in various spin-off games starting with Super Mario Kart. Koopa troopas are usually displayed as foot soldiers of the Koopa Troop, under the direct leadership of Bowser. Koopa Troopas (commonly shortened to Koopas or sometimes Troopas) are anthropomorphic, turtle-like creatures with removable shells that come in many different colors, with red and green Koopa Troopas being the most common green Koopa Troopas usually walk back and forth without any concerns for pits or other obstacles, and red Koopa Troopas usually walk back and forth without falling off of their platforms. I mean, how cool do I look?” - Koopa Troopa, Paper Mario Koopa TroopaĪrtwork of a Koopa Troopa from Super Mario Party For the character from Mario Party 4, see Koopa Troopa ( Mario Party 4). For information about the micro version of this enemy, see Small Koopa Troopa. ![]() You may also consider adopting a Zuchon from a rescue organization or animal shelter, which is an affordable option while also providing a loving environment for a dog in need. It’s important to remember that a higher price tag doesn’t always mean a healthier or better-quality puppy, so it’s important to do your research and find a reputable breeder who cares about their puppies’ health and well-being. On average, you can expect to pay between $500 to $4,000, depending on various factors such as the breeder’s reputation, location, and the puppy’s age, color, and gender. The average lifespan of a Shichon is 15 to 18 years. He might have atopic dermatitis-like the Bichon side of his family. It’s possible he’ll develop brachycephalic airway syndrome like the Shih Tzu. Zuchons are prone to a few health issues. To keep your dog looking like a teddy bear with soft, healthy fur, you should also get her hair cut every 3 months. Make sure you comb your Shichon every day to avoid mats and tangles. Since Shichons are hypoallergenic and don’t shed, they’re suitable dogs for people with allergies. Their fur can be curly or silky, fawn, black, white, cream, red, or a mixture of colors. They’re also safe for kids, and they get along with other pets. They are gentle creatures that form deep bonds with their families. Their affectionate nature, loyalty, and cheerful demeanor make them wonderful companions. They weigh between 5 and 15 pounds, and they can stand up to 12 inches tall. It’s also called Zuchon or Shih Tzu-Bichon Mix, a cross between purebred Shih Tzu and purebred Bichon Frise. Shichons are small, teddy bear-like dogs that will fill your life with love and joy. Rather, it’s a term used to describe dogs that have an appearance resembling that of a teddy bear. The term “Teddy bear dog” doesn’t refer to a specific breed of dog. Fortunately, the same can be said about teddy bear dogs, which have also become popular among dog owners due to their adorable appearance and friendly nature. Since then, teddy bears have become a beloved addition to children’s toys and have been featured in stories, songs, and movies. In the early 20th century, both Morris Michtom and Richard Steiff independently developed this toy. Teddy bears are stuffed toys that are designed to look like bears. Important link: 10 Best Teddy Bear Dog Breeders in the United States What Is A Teddy Bear Dog Breed? Teddy Bear Dogs Health And General Care.History of the Teddy Bear Dog as a Therapy Dog.Teddy Bear Haircut on a Cute Fluffy Dog. ![]() Most of my iOS devices are still around and functioning in various capacities, and I’m very curious to see how much better they could be running after all the heavy usage I’ve put them through. I know how excellent iOS devices can be when they work properly, but also how frustrating they can be when they start behaving badly. Hi, my name is Thomas Boldt, and I’ve been using iOS devices almost since they were introduced. Why Trust Me for This PhoneClean Review?.What We Don’t Like: Slow scan/clean process. What We Like: Compatible with all iOS devices. ![]() Either way, remember to make regular backups of your device just in case! For those of you who are geeks or your iOS device has enough storage, don’t bother. iMobie would probably be better off focusing on these aspects of the software instead of adding new features.īottom line: if you’re new to iOS and have an iPhone or iPad with limited storage, then you’ll find PhoneClean useful as it will help you free up some extra space and you may find some of its other utilities convenient. iOS already does a good job managing RAM usage and other issues that PhoneClean claims to help with, but the core functionality is still quite helpful. Many of the other functions, such as the system optimizers, don’t really function as advertised. You can also securely and permanently delete private and sensitive information from your device before passing it to a new owner. Crash reports, leftover application data, and other miscellaneous system files are easily removed to help free up space, which is extremely useful on devices with limited storage space. PhoneClean is designed to help you maintain control of the junk files that accumulate over time on your iPhone and iPad. Your Curseforge mod updates will show up eventually. File approvals there happen Sunday through Thursday.
For example, if you’re the owner of an independently owned repository, then you obviously have the right to do so. ![]() ![]() Next, you need to ensure that you actually have the right permissions to clone a private repository. If a version number is not the output, then something is wrong. To see if git has been installed on your device, just execute this command in your terminal: This is something many people forget to do if they just got a new computer and want a GitHub project located on multiple local devices. But a local Git version is required for a clone. You could use to lookup and access projects without a Git installation. Step #2: Prerequisitesīefore you can clone a GitHub repository, you need to make sure that Git has been properly installed on your computer. Even if it’s only temporary, this is not an advisable approach to cloning a private repository. But this is not something that we recommend, as it will put all of your private project files on the open web for anyone with internet access to view and download. Technically, you could temporarily change the visibility settings of a private repository, making it public to clone. You can also clone repositories owned by someone else as a way to contribute to the project. This process pulls a full copy of the repo data from, which includes all of the file versions and folders of the project. When you clone a repository, it creates a local copy on your computer so you can sync it between two locations.Ĭloning a repository can make it easier to add files, remove files, fix merge issues, and push large commits. Whenever you create a repository, it exists remotely on GitHub. It’s also worth noting that users with certain administrative permissions have the ability to change the visibility of an existing repository from public to private or vice versa. Private repositories are only accessible by the owner, people who have been directly given access to the repo, and certain members of an organization. Public repositories in GitHub are accessible to anyone on the internet. You can determine these settings when you first create a new repo in GitHub. You can grant access to collaborators, giving them the ability to work on the project simultaneously.įor repositories owned by an organization, the members and collaborators can all be managed using GitHub’s permission levels and organizational repository roles.Īll GitHub repositories fall into one of two categories-public or private. If you own a repository, you can restrict access to your files and manage your project’s visibility. You have the ability to own repositories independently, or share ownership of them with other users in an organization. GitHub repositories contain all project files and version histories of each file. This background information helps you make sense of the process behind the cloning steps-so you’re not just blindly following directions. Having a firm grasp of how GitHub repos work will make your life much easier when you’re cloning them. Step #1: Understand the Differences Between Public and Private Repositories in GitHub This step-by-step guide will show you how to clone a private GitHub repository and walk you through common stumbling blocks you might encounter along the way. But when it comes to private repositories, the process can be a bit tricker. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.Cloning a repository in GitHub is relatively straightforward. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS”, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the “Software”), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions: ![]() For example in the tweet above you can see how to batch rename multiple files right in the Finder, you can dive into a detailed step-by step guide here, or watch the video below. There are multitude of ways in which to get tasks done when it comes to data management as a DIT and a plethora of paid or free options to get those jobs done too. Rename multiple files right from the finder in Yosemite : select and right click… no extra soft needed /AVe9ZqyUrr ![]() This is a fitting end to a product which Apple last worked on over 6 years ago. While Apple RAID volumes still mount, DiskUtility no longer recognizes them and there is no easy way to configure an Apple RAID volume or determine if it is working correctly. Lastly OS X El Capitan appears to kill off Apple RAID functionality, which you can read all about over on Mac Performance Guide, and get your hands on a low-cost workaround solution. Looking toward possible specs for the next Mac Pro, it seems likely it will run on Xeon-branded Broadwell EP chips and include significantly faster graphics based on AMD’s Fury platform, along with faster memory and storage and perhaps Thunderbolt 3 connectivity involving a partial shift to USB-C connectivity. Finally, we have 10-bit native video on a Mac! There are plenty of tech sites writing it up, but here are a couple of easy reads – Engadget and Mac Performance Guide and Mac Īnother interesting rumour is that the next New Mac Pro might be coming out soon, as there is a possible reference to it in some of the El Capitan code. With the release of Apple’s latest operating system, El Capitan (10.11), it seems like that is no longer the case. It only works on certain displays and it works better on their 5K displays (even better on the latest gen iMac). Scroll down to near the bottom of this post on Affordable Grading Monitors for more on that.Īpple added 30-bit support for 10.11. Therefore if you wanted to accurately view a 10-bit image on a Mac you had to output that image, to a monitor with a 10-bit panel, via a video I/O box. ![]() Windows has for a long time supported 10-bit colour depth natively in the OS, where as Mac OS X never has. Version 2 automatically creates a first folder based on today’s date and was designed to work with OS X 10.10.ĭIT Folder Structure V2 – Direct Download 10-bit video on Mac and the next new Mac Pro? Simple, effective and free! What more could you want? So be sure to check out the comments on the About and Gear-List pages, where you can see a full breakdown of Charlie’s DIT cart, which features a Wacom Cintiq 13″, 2 Flanders Scientific Monitors, a Retina Macbook Pro, a 12 core Mac Pro with D700 graphics cards plus a Mac Mini, among other things!Ĭharlie’s latest post features an extensive review of Pomfort LiveGrade V3, with a run through of the new features, pricing model and improvements.ĭIT Charlie Anderson has also created a useful DIT folder structure tool which you can download for free from his site, which will automagically create folders by data and camera, including all the useful elements that Charlie uses on a regular basis. Charlie’s site has occasional blog posts, as well as a lot of knowledgable answers to reader questions scattered around the site too. To kick us off I thought it was worth highlighting a excellent website from a working DIT, Charlie Anderson,. In this post I’m catching up on a mixed bag of some of the latest developments that a working DIT might be interested in. It’s been a while since my last How To Be a DIT post, and if you’re new to this series you might want to check out this post that brings serves as a contents page for everything so far. |