Wendell's Diary

In my journey as a content creator, creating high-quality visuals wasn’t always a priority. Initially, my thumbnails were basic, often just snapshots from the videos themselves. As I learned more about the importance of user experience, I realized that engaging visuals are crucial for attracting viewers. Over time, I started improving my thumbnails, but it was a gradual process. #### Why I Chose DALL·E When I subscribed to ChatGPT+ to support OpenAI, DALL·E was included. Out of curiosity, I decided to try it for my thumbnails. This tool quickly became a game-changer. DALL·E allows me to create professional and polished thumbnails without needing to be a graphic designer, simplifying the process immensely. #### Getting Started with DALL·E Using DALL·E is straightforward. I describe what I want in the image, specify that it should be widescreen, and include details about text and style. It often takes a few tries to get the text perfect, especially for longer phrases, but persistence pay...

In the digital age, content creators depend heavily on ad revenue to sustain their work. However, with the rise of ad-blocking software like Brave Browser, uBlock Origin, and others, the ethical implications of blocking ads have become a hot topic. #### The Appeal of Ad Blockers Ad blockers like Brave Browser offer an enticing promise: a faster, cleaner, and less intrusive browsing experience. For many users, the constant barrage of ads can be annoying, slow down page load times, and even pose security risks. For me, using the Brave browser on my Android TV box eliminates the hassle of skipping ads, which is particularly cumbersome on that device. #### The Impact on Content Creators While the benefits to users are clear, ad blockers have a significant downside for content creators. Many websites, particularly those offering free content, rely on advertising revenue to keep the lights on. When ads are blocked, the income stream for these creators dries up, potentially threatening the su...