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The Simpsons by the Data

Todd W. Schneider

An analysis of the first 27 seasons of The Simpsons, featuring great plots and memes. The analysis covers the most significant side characters, the presence of a pattern of patriarchy, declining TV ratings, and highlights some of the most relevant sentences.

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Legible SQL

Vicki Boykis

Some tips on how to write SQL queries that are legible to other humans.

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Open letter to journal editors: dynamite plots must die

Rafael Irizarry

A critique of dynamite plots and suggestions for better alternatives.

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