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So far, this is my favorite scientific figure! It exemplifies a significant portion of my research and cartography skills. It illustrates the extensive field work I've contacted in the Greek mountains, the rates of ongoing #globalwarming using Copernicus EEA climate reanalysis, and forty years of land cover change using NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration satellite imagery. Maps were created using Python Software Foundation, Blender, high-resolution #sentinel2 satellite images, and #javascript. The article is available from Plants, People, Planet (https://lnkd.in/dUKMnbuK)

The availability of NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Earth science data is simplified with EarthAccess, a Python API library, requiring just a few lines of code. The extensive dataset, surpassing 100 petabytes, is easily accessible through this library! Visit this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dYhCnjWb. #MappingYourWay #applicationprogramminginterfaces #NASA #earthobservation #earth #data #python #pythonlibraries

Day 5: Hello everyone! Today I tried a very different thing. Probably the last project of 2023. I have made a project using #NASA APOD API and Python. Features: ➡️ We have to input a date, and when we do, we will get the "picture of the day" of NASA for that particular day with an explanation of the image, the copyright owner, the title of the image, and the url of this image as well. We can download the picture as well. I have used the IPython library to display the image. ➡️After that, when we press the "*" button, we will get an audio file that reads the explanation section. We can download that audio as well. I have used the "gtts" Google Text to Speech library to convert the text explanation of the image into an audio file. You can hear the audio explanation at last. I hope you all like it. Thank you so much and #happynewyear  in advance. 😄 #python #project #api #apiintegration #nasa #libraries #coding #connections #linkedin

#FunFact 💡 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬! 🌌🚀 It's fascinating how NASA, the pioneer of space exploration, has chosen #python🐍 as its go-to language for #programming 💻. This isn't just a nod to Python's versatility; it's a testament to its reliability in the most challenging missions of discovery. 🛰️🌠 Python truly takes us to infinity and beyond! 🌟👩🚀👨🚀 Discover more about us at tekhqs.com 🌐🚀 #TEKHQS #programming #pythonprogramming #python #nasa #spaceexploration #missioncritical #technology #technologynews #trivia #funfacts

Excited to share about my last project of 2023-Fetching an astronomy picture of the day using #nasa APOD #api and #python libraries. I use nasa.py library to access the information from NASA's api. To display the image I use the Ipython library and to convert the text explanation of the image into an audio file, I use Google Text to Speech library. 🌐 Features - ➡️ Display the Picture of the Day based on a input date with description, title and the url. ➡️ After entering "*", the we get the audio file about the picture and store with .MP3 extension. ➡️We can download the Picture and the Audio file as wel. #softwaredevelopment #coding #project #python #nasa #linkedin #softwareengineering #apiintegration

Day 93 of #100DaysCodingChallenge in Python. I've written the code for "NASA Image Explorer" program. This program allows users to explore stunning images from NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) archive. It features a user-friendly "tkinter" GUI where you can enter a specific date (YYYY-MM-DD) to view the "APOD" image and related information. Explore a randomly selected APOD image for a delightful surprise. Navigate through images day by day using the "Previous Day" and "Next Day" buttons. Save your favorite APOD images locally with the "Save Image" button. Quickly access the official NASA APOD page for more details. The project utilizes the NASA API for fetching image data and seamlessly integrates with the "tkinter" library for the graphical user interface. Feel free to give it a try. https://lnkd.in/guiXJ_8r

10 Programming Languages for Working at NASA in 2024 https://lnkd.in/gpVUzvBf As NASA continues its ambitious journey into the cosmos, the role of programming languages in shaping the future of space exploration cannot be overstated. The languages mentioned here are not only tools for coding but essential components that drive innovation, enable scientific discovery, and ensure the success of space missions. #NASA #ProgrammingLanguages #Python #JavaScript #Swift #AI #AINews #AnalyticsInsight #AnalyticsInsightMagazine

#factsyoudidntknow Follow to know what you Don't know #softwaresolutionscompany#ITknowledge#KnowledgeIsPower#facts NASA's enduring legacy in space exploration is built upon a foundation of innovative technology and programming, some of which dates back to the 1970s. The agency's use of older programming languages, such as Fortran and Assembly, speaks to the robustness and reliability of these early technologies. These languages, despite their age, have proven to be incredibly stable, which is crucial for the high-stakes environment of space missions. For example, the Voyager spacecraft, launched in 1977, continues to send data back to Earth, utilizing software written in an era when computing power was a fraction of what it is today. One reason NASA maintains these legacy systems is the principle of "if it isn't broken, don't fix it." The consequences of software failure in space missions can be catastrophic, making the tried-and-true methods of yesteryear particularly appealing. Updating or replacing these systems with new technology could introduce unforeseen bugs or issues, potentially jeopardizing missions that have been running smoothly for decades. Additionally, the cost and complexity of rewriting and testing new software for these missions would be immense. Moreover, NASA's continued use of 1970s programming highlights the importance of preserving technical knowledge and expertise. Many engineers and programmers who understand these legacy systems are nearing retirement, prompting NASA to train new generations in these older languages to ensure seamless operations. This blending of old and new technology not only preserves the pioneering spirit of early space exploration but also ensures that NASA's missions continue to push the boundaries of human knowledge and capability.

Coding Curiosity: The World's Most Expensive Bug -> The Incident: In 1962, NASA's Mariner 1 mission to Venus failed due to a missing hyphen in the spacecraft's code. -> The Cost: This small coding error resulted in a billion-dollar disaster, highlighting the critical importance of attention to detail in software development. -> Takeaway: Even the tiniest oversight can lead to monumental consequences, emphasizing the need for rigorous testing and quality assurance in coding. -> Lesson Learned: Every character counts in coding, and meticulous attention to detail is paramount to success.

How NASA Preyed on Open-Source InSAR Developers NASA has been heavily promoting ISCE InSAR, using it for educational courses, securing additional funding, and even winning awards. However, the core of this development wasn’t created by NASA staff but by open-source developers. Now, these original developers seem to have been sidelined. I’ve checked the core ISCE2 developers’ profiles, and they haven’t been committing as frequently in the past four years. There’s a specific reason for this. Around four years ago, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab initiated a new InSAR project, ISCE3, which excluded the original ISCE2 developers. This new project is primarily managed by NASA employees who previously contributed minimally to ISCE2. Now, they’re committing hundreds of thousands of lines of code to ISCE3, like they’re superheroes of computer science. However, much of this code appears to be copied from ISCE2, with unnecessary modifications to create the illusion of active development (e.g., adding, updating, and removing configuration options). Despite this, ISCE3 is far from being a functional InSAR tool and is even labeled as “NOTICE: ISCE3 is in early development - its features and interface are subject to change” on its GitHub page here. The real development of InSAR software has stalled, while some at NASA may be reaping rewards for work they haven’t truly done. Meanwhile, NASA itself continues to rely on the commercial GAMMA InSAR package at the Alaska Satellite Facility, showing that ISCE3’s development holds little practical importance for them. It seems that NASA has sacrificed the long-term potential of ISCE2 for their own benefit. Eric Fielding perhaps you could shed some light on what your colleagues are really up to? We’ve discussed the issues with ISCE2’s architecture and processing before, but replacing it with the hollow ISCE3 feels like a disservice to the entire InSAR community. In my opinion, some NASA staff seems as hungry for money as drug dealers, with their authority being the only thing protecting them from any investigation.