Just found out the first computer bug was a literal moth stuck in a relay

I was reading about old computers at the library and saw a picture from 1947. The team working on the Harvard Mark II found a moth stuck in a relay that was causing errors. They taped it into their logbook and wrote 'first actual case of bug being found'. I always thought 'bug' was just a metaphor. It's wild to think debugging started with actual insects. Has anyone else stumbled on a weird coding fact that made you laugh?

My neighbor pointed out a huge gap in my deck ledger board flashing

I was finishing up a new deck build last month, and my neighbor Bob, who's a retired contractor, came over to look. He didn't say much at first, then just pointed at the ledger board and said, 'Your flashing is wrong. It's letting water right into your house wall.' I had used a simple Z-flash piece, but he showed me how it wasn't tucked up under the siding properly. There was about a quarter-inch gap where water could get in. I had to pull off a whole section of siding to fix it, which added a full day of work. Now I always check the manufacturer's guide for the exact flashing method before I even start. Has anyone else had to redo flashing because of a small mistake like that?

Turns out my rooster thinks he's a guard dog now

My barred rock, Buster, started chasing off the mailman every single day, which was hilarious but also a problem. I had to learn how to train him to stay in his run during delivery hours using some scratch grains as a distraction. Now he waits patiently by the fence for his treat instead of causing a scene. It's funny what you pick up when your chicken has a bigger personality than expected.

Our power company added AI to the mix. Now our bills are down and the air is cleaner.

A few years ago, solar panels on homes were just for show. Now, AI systems balance the load and store extra energy. They predict when to use battery power or send it back to the grid. It means less blackouts and lower bills, which is a win for everyone.

Warning: I began using a temp probe daily and found my cooler was on the fritz...

I miss the smell of kerosene lanterns. These LED lights feel like you're in a hospital, not the woods.