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Τρεις προσεγγίσεις στη Διοίκηση Έργων: PMBOK, PRINCE2 και Waterfall

Τρεις προσεγγίσεις στη Διοίκηση Έργων: PMBOK, PRINCE2 και Waterfall Η Διοίκηση Έργων (Project Management) αποτελεί μια οργανωμένη διαδικασία σχεδιασμού, υλοποίησης, παρακολούθησης και ολοκλήρωσης ενός έργου. Ένα έργο μπορεί να αφορά την κατασκευή ενός κτιρίου, την ανάπτυξη ενός πληροφοριακού συστήματος, τη διοργάνωση μιας εκδήλωσης ή την εισαγωγή ενός νέου προϊόντος στην αγορά. Για να ολοκληρωθεί ένα έργο με επιτυχία, χρειάζεται να διαχειριστούμε σωστά τον χρόνο, το κόστος, τους διαθέσιμους πόρους, τους κινδύνους και την ποιότητα του τελικού αποτελέσματος. Τρεις γνωστές προσεγγίσεις είναι το PMBOK, το PRINCE2 και το Waterfall. Παρόλο που έχουν κοινό στόχο την αποτελεσματική υλοποίηση έργων, διαφέρουν σημαντικά στη φιλοσοφία και στον τρόπο εφαρμογής τους. 1. PMBOK – Η προσέγγιση της ευελιξίας και της οργάνωσης Το PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) είναι ένα σύνολο γνώσεων, αρχών, πρακτικών και εργαλείων για τη διοίκηση έργων, το οποίο αναπτύσσεται από το Project Management Institute (PMI). Δεν αποτελεί μια αυστηρή μεθοδολογία που…

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LARA BOYD
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After watching this, your brain will not be the same | Lara Boyd | TEDxVancouver

In a classic research-based TEDx Talk, Dr. Lara Boyd describes how neuroplasticity gives you the power to shape the brain you want. Recorded at TEDxVancouver at Rogers Arena on November 14, 2015. Our knowledge of the brain is evolving at a breathtaking pace, and Dr. Lara Boyd is positioned at the cutting edge of these discoveries. In 2006, she was recruited by the University of British Columbia to become the Canada Research Chair in Neurobiology and Motor Learning. Since that time she has established the Brain Behaviour Lab, recruited and trained over 40 graduate students, published more than 80 papers and been awarded over $5 million in funding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNHBMFCzznE Dr. Boyd’s efforts are leading to the development of novel, and more effective, therapeutics for individuals with brain damage, but they are also shedding light on broader applications. By learning new concepts, taking advantage of opportunities, and participating in new activities,…

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BUSINESS

START COPYING.

START COPYING. No one begins with a fully formed style or voice. We learn by observing, imitating, and practicing what inspires us. Copying, in this sense, is not plagiarism—it is study, repetition, and understanding. By learning from what you admire, you gradually discover your own way of creating. “Start copying what you love. Copy copy copy copy. At the end of the copy you will find your self.” — Yohji Yamamoto — ΞΕΚΙΝΑ ΑΝΤΙΓΡΑΦΟΝΤΑΣ. Κανείς δεν ξεκινά έχοντας ήδη διαμορφώσει το προσωπικό του ύφος ή τη δική του φωνή. Μαθαίνουμε παρατηρώντας, μιμούμενοι και εξασκώντας όσα μας εμπνέουν. Η αντιγραφή, με αυτή την έννοια, δεν είναι λογοκλοπή. Είναι μελέτη, επανάληψη και κατανόηση. Μαθαίνοντας από όσα θαυμάζουμε, ανακαλύπτουμε σταδιακά τον δικό μας μοναδικό τρόπο δημιουργίας. «Ξεκίνα αντιγράφοντας όσα αγαπάς. Αντίγραψε, αντίγραψε, αντίγραψε, αντίγραψε. Στο τέλος αυτής της διαδικασίας, θα ανακαλύψεις τον εαυτό σου.» — Yohji Yamamoto

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Microsoft Word Shortcuts
PRODUCTIVITY

Useful Keyboard Shortcuts in Microsoft Word

Useful Keyboard Shortcuts in Microsoft Word Keyboard shortcuts help you work faster, stay focused, and complete tasks efficiently without using the mouse. Basic Editing Shortcuts Shortcut Function Ctrl + C Copy selected text Ctrl + V Paste copied text Ctrl + Z Undo the last action Ctrl + S Save the document Ctrl + B Apply bold formatting Ctrl + I Apply italic formatting Ctrl + U Apply underline formatting Special Shortcuts in Word Shortcut Function Ctrl + Alt + E Insert the euro sign (€) Ctrl + Alt + F Insert a footnote at the bottom of the page Ctrl + Alt + D Insert an endnote at the end of the document Shift + F3 Change capitalization (lowercase, UPPERCASE, Title Case) Ctrl + H Open the Find and Replace window Ctrl + Enter Insert a page break Shift + W Used with the Greek keyboard layout for the…

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Amy Cuddy
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Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are | Amy Cuddy | TED

Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are | Amy Cuddy | TED Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy argues that “power posing” — standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don’t feel confident — can boost feelings of confidence, and might have an impact on our chances for success. (Note: Some of the findings presented in this talk have been referenced in an ongoing debate among social scientists about robustness and reproducibility. Inside the debate about power posing: a Q & A with Amy Cuddy — Speech to text with the help of AI Credit: Tryfon Papadopoulos So, I want to start by offering you a free no-tech life hack. And all it requires of you is this, that you change your posture for two minutes. But before I give it away, I…

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BUSINESS

Is your body language working against you?

Is your body language working against you? https://www.ted.com/talks/cara_hale_alter_is_your_body_language_working_against_you About the speaker Cara Hale Alter SpeechSkills Founder + Author Having lectured at Harvard, Stanford, UCLA, and UC Berkeley, Cara Hale Alter’s focus has always been the same: helping talented people make their credibility visible. After more than 25 years of research into how nonverbal communication shapes leadership presence, she has seen one truth repeat itself—ability alone isn’t enough if no one recognizes it. As the founder of SpeechSkills and the author of The Credibility Code, she has trained teams at companies including Caterpillar, Google, Meta, PayPal, Pixar, Samsung, Schwab, and Uber to strengthen their leadership presence. In her workshops, she is known for delivering precise, actionable feedback with warmth and humor, and for helping people move from feeling overlooked to being fully seen. On stage, Cara brings that same energy and authenticity; qualities that have earned her multiple national awards for…

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BUSINESS

Ποια είναι η ιδανική διάσταση φωτογραφίας για μια ανάρτηση στο facebook;

Ποια είναι η ιδανική διάσταση φωτογραφίας για μια ανάρτηση στο facebook; Μπορώ να προσθέσω κείμενο εύκολα με κώδικα πάνω σε κάποια φωτογραφία ή πρέπει να μάθω να χειρίζομαι κάποιο πρόγραμμα επεξεργασίας φωτογραφιών; Δείτε πως καταφέραμε να τοποθετήσουμε κείμενο πάνω σε υφιστάμενη δωρεάν φωτογραφία με τη βοήθεια της γλώσσας προγραμματισμού python. Python script credit: Trifon Papadopoulos — In english Here’s a quick look at the recommended image sizes for facebook. All dimensions refer to width and height in pixels. Best image size for Facebook Sharing horizontal images (οριζόντιες φωτογρ.) : 1,200 x 628 pixels Sharing vertical images (κάθετες φωτογρ.) : 1,080 x 1,350 pixels Sharing links with an image (σύνδεσμοι με φωτογρ.) : 1,200 x 628 pixels Sharing Stories (φωτογρ. ιστορίας) : 1,080 x 1,920 pixels Social media image sizes matter What’s the point of making and sharing a nice image if it shows up cropped or pixelated in people’s feeds?…

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What is it that you do exactly?

– Question : What is it that you do exactly? – Answer : Well, let me tell you. I’m good at listening to words, very good at questioning actions, and damn good at recognizing patterns. And one thing I have learned the hard way, is that you should never doubt patterns. #softexperia #mindstormGR

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Python Library
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Python Project Library – Developed by Tryfon Papadopoulos

EN – The Python Project Library is a local Flask-based application designed to organize and manage Python projects stored in a common folder. It scans the available project directories, identifies their type—such as standard Python, Flask, or Streamlit—and presents them through a web interface. For each project, it groups different versions of Python files, shows information such as modification dates, and allows the user to designate a particular file as the CURRENT version. It also provides convenient actions for locating a file in Windows Explorer, copying its path, and opening it directly in Visual Studio Code. The application can also launch Python programs directly from the web interface. It determines how a selected file should be executed according to the detected project type: ordinary Python and Flask applications are started with Python 3.11, while Streamlit applications are automatically started using python -m streamlit run. Each program is launched from its…

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Price Increase
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When Essential Prices Rise: How a Family Budget Adjusts to Increasing Costs

When Essential Prices Rise: What Happens to a Family Budget? I will use a simplified monthly budget for a family of four. My purpose is to show, step by step, what happens when supermarket and energy/fuel prices rise while household income stays unchanged. Main idea: A family cannot easily stop buying food, heating the home, or travelling to work. When these essential costs rise, the extra money has to come from somewhere else in the budget. 1. Starting monthly budget Category Monthly amount Type Housing & utilities €750 Essential / mostly fixed Transportation €150 Essential Insurance €100 Mostly fixed Debt repayments €200 Fixed Childcare & education €200 Essential Supermarket €500 Essential – affected by price rises Energy & fuel €250 Essential – affected by price rises Leisure & personal spending €100 Adjustable Total regular spending €2,250 Income €2,500 Money remaining / possible savings €250 The family normally spends €750 per…

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Ποια τιμή καυσίμου είναι άτιμη; – Oil Price Increases: How Much is Too Much?

Ποια τιμή καυσίμου είναι άτιμη; – Oil Price Increases: How Much is Too Much? GR – Μια αύξηση της τιμής του πετρελαίου μπορεί να προκαλέσει ανησυχία όταν ξεπεράσει ορισμένα επίπεδα, καθώς μπορεί να επηρεάσει σημαντικά την οικονομία και τις παγκόσμιες αγορές. Ακολουθούν ορισμένες πιθανές επιπτώσεις: Επιπτώσεις στην παγκόσμια οικονομία Τιμή πετρελαίου πάνω από 100 δολάρια/βαρέλι: Μια παρατεταμένη διατήρηση της τιμής του πετρελαίου πάνω από τα 100 δολάρια το βαρέλι μπορεί να είναι ανησυχητική, καθώς μπορεί να οδηγήσει σε υψηλότερο ενεργειακό κόστος παγκοσμίως, επιβράδυνση της οικονομικής ανάπτυξης και ενδεχομένως σε οικονομική συρρίκνωση. Τιμή πετρελαίου πάνω από 120 δολάρια/βαρέλι: Τιμές άνω των 120 δολαρίων μπορούν να αυξήσουν σημαντικά το ενεργειακό κόστος για καταναλωτές, επιχειρήσεις και κυβερνήσεις, ενισχύοντας ενδεχομένως τον πληθωρισμό και επηρεάζοντας το διεθνές εμπόριο και την οικονομική δραστηριότητα. Τιμή πετρελαίου πάνω από 150 δολάρια/βαρέλι: Τιμές άνω των 150 δολαρίων το βαρέλι θα μπορούσαν να έχουν πολύ σοβαρές συνέπειες, προκαλώντας εκτεταμένες οικονομικές…

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Is inflation good or bad?

Inflation can be both good and bad, depending on the context and circumstances. Here’s a nuanced explanation: Good aspects of inflation: Stimulates economic growth: Moderate inflation can indicate a growing economy with increasing demand, which can lead to higher GDP and employment. Encourages spending and investment: Inflation can incentivize people to spend money now rather than saving it, as they expect prices to rise in the future. Supports business growth: Inflation can help businesses to increase prices, which can lead to higher revenue and profit. Monetary policy tool: Central banks can use inflation targeting as a tool to control inflation, which can help to stabilize the economy. Bad aspects of inflation: Reduces purchasing power: High inflation can erode the purchasing power of consumers, making goods and services more expensive, which can lead to a decrease in standard of living. Unpredictable prices: Inflation can lead to unstable prices, making it difficult…

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GMAIL AI ASSISTANT
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GMAIL AI Assistant

AI analysis of your latest emails EN – This app turns your Gmail inbox into a local AI-assisted email dashboard. It fetches the latest 10 emails through the Gmail API, cleans and displays their contents, and uses OpenAI to classify each new message by category, priority, whether a reply is required, confidence, summary, and suggested action. Long URLs inside emails are converted into short, clearly visible, clickable links, while attachments and the original cleaned message remain available for inspection. To make the application faster and cheaper, every completed AI analysis is stored locally in a SQLite database (gmail_agent.db), keyed by the Gmail message ID. When the application encounters the same email again, it loads the existing analysis instead of calling OpenAI again; only new emails require AI processing. The Flask interface uses Server-Sent Events (SSE) to stream progress to the browser in real time, so the loading window can show stages…

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