iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 30/04/2026

Scuderia Ferrari HP #Formula1 team poster for the #MiamiGP, by @diberkato.bsky.social. More information at www.ferrari.com/en-US/formul... #F1

070

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 29/04/2026

Atlassian Williams #F1 Team poster for the #MiamiGP #Formula1

Alt text via ChatGPT:
A bright, modern, graphic-style poster for the Miami Grand Prix featuring a Williams Formula 1 car.

The background shows a stylized sky filled with soft, painterly clouds in pastel shades of peach, cream, and blue. At the top center are the logos “Atlassian” and “Williams F1 Team.” Below them, the word “MIAMI” appears in large, bold, brushstroke-style letters in hot pink, slightly angled and textured. Beneath that, smaller white text reads “Grand Prix.”

In the foreground, a blue-and-black Formula 1 car (Williams livery) dominates the lower half of the image. The car is angled from left to right, as if speeding toward the viewer’s right side. The number “55” is visible on the nose. Sponsor logos such as “Atlassian,” “Komatsu,” and others are printed across the body. Motion lines around the wheels and along the track emphasize speed.

The car is driving on a smooth, dark racetrack with sharp white lane markings and bright pink accent stripes that echo the Miami theme.

Behind the car, a row of tall green palm trees lines the track, reinforcing the tropical setting. In the far background, faint geometric shapes suggest a city skyline.

At the bottom left, white text provides event details: “2026 Season / R04,” “Miami International Autodrome,” and “Miami Gardens, FL 33056, United States.”

Overall, the image has a clean, vector-art style with bold colors, strong contrast, and a sense of speed and energy.

150

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 29/04/2026

It's finally #F1 Race Week again! Here is the BWT Alpine #Formula1 Team poster for the #MiamiGP

111

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 26/04/2026

Tough week to be a coach or manager of a Boston-based professional sports team

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 08/04/2026

“We most importantly choose this moment to challenge this generation and the next to make sure this record is not long-lived.” -- Jeremy Hansen, #Artemis II mission specialist, on breaking the distance record for human space travel earlier this week

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 07/04/2026

If you subscribe to Amazon Prime, go watch Episode 5, Series 3 of "The Grand Tour" with Richard Hammond's moving tribute to this driving legend

100

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 04/04/2026

Can’t wait for his apology for his apology

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 04/04/2026

Don’t know what they’re putting in the water UConn basketball coaches are drinking

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 03/04/2026

It was shot with a Nikon D5 (last mfg in 2020) and AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lens. Interesting to note because the earth is illuminted from light reflecting off the moon (the earth is actually eclipsing the sun), Cmdr Reid Wiseman had to use a shutter speed of 1/4 of second and ISO of 51200!

110

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 02/04/2026

Artemis toilet needs it’s own Bluesky account

020

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 01/04/2026

This is why! bsky.app/profile/nasa...

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 31/03/2026

Cool project. Have you posted the code anywhere?

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 30/03/2026

When creating a new account for a service, we're asked to enter our password twice to confirm they match. Why do some sites allow you to paste the password the first time but prevent you from pasting the password from the clipboard the second time?

000

Reposted by Samir Parikh

Rodger Sherman @rodger.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

CBS turned their news operation into propaganda, kicked Colbert off the air for making too much trouble, and all that just to have Charles Barkley go on the air on one of their most-watched telecasts of the year and say this lmao

221178833601

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 30/03/2026

What’s that law about asking a question in a newspaper headline where we all know what the answer is? 🤔

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 29/03/2026

I remember suffering the same fate as a Bengals fan in the 90’s. Occasionally a local radio station would but up enough tickets for the game to be broadcast locally.

060

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 29/03/2026

Only one #Formula1 race now in the next 8 weeks. #f1

010

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 28/03/2026

Ha ha! I saw that too. Looked like he was saying "Good car, good car. Such a good car" 😂 Glad the camera operator saw that as well

110

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 28/03/2026

If you're interested enough to ask, then Yes! I'm fairly new but still enjoy it despite some of the kinks in the new regulations (rules). Every sport has something to complain about and F1 is no different. Here are some tips I documented on an old blog: web.archive.org/web/20231004...

web.archive.org

How to Get Started with Formula 1

010

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 28/03/2026

F1 response, via Reddit x.com/f1/status/20...

x.com

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 28/03/2026

Are you referring to turn 16 at the Astemo Chicane? In looking at the 2025 circuit layout, it looks like they also used the first right hand turn off of 130R gpdestinations.com/wp-content/u...

gpdestinations.com

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 28/03/2026

Was it just me or did they not show any full onboards of drivers going through 130R during Qualifying? #Formula1 #F1 #JapaneseGP

100

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 27/03/2026

McLaren Mastercard #Formula1 Team poster for the #JapaneseGP #F1

010

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 27/03/2026

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls #F1 Team poster for the #JapaneseGP #Formula1

Alt text via ChatGPT: This image is a comic-book–style racing poster with bold lines, strong reds, and dynamic motion.

At the top, large stylized text reads “JAPANESE GRAND PRIX.” The background is mostly red and white, with small cherry blossom petals scattered across the scene.

On the left side, there is a large Ferris wheel with a red support structure and white spokes, set against distant mountains. Below it, a race track curves sharply from the background toward the foreground, with red-and-white striped barriers along the edge.

In the center, a Formula One car is driving toward the viewer at speed, angled slightly to the left as it follows the curve. The car is mostly white with red and yellow accents and the number “30” on its nose. The front wing and tires are large and prominent, emphasizing motion and perspective. Speed lines around the car enhance the sense of movement.

On the right side, there are two close-up panels of a driver’s face inside a helmet, drawn in a comic style:

The top panel shows one eye looking forward with focus.
The lower panel shows another angle of the driver’s face, also concentrated and intense.

Along the right edge, the year “2026” is written vertically in bold numbers.

Cherry blossom branches with red flowers frame parts of the image, reinforcing the Japanese setting.

At the bottom corners, there are small logos and text, including “Creator Platform” on the left and sponsor-style branding on the right.

Overall, the image combines motorsport action with Japanese cultural elements and comic-book illustration, creating a vivid, energetic poster for a Formula One race in Japan.

110

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 27/03/2026

Oracle Red Bull Racing #Formula1 team poster for the #JapaneseGP #F1

Alt text via ChatGPT: A stylized, top-down illustration shows a dark blue Formula 1 race car centered on a pale background. The car features bright accents in red, yellow, and white, with sponsor logos visible along its body. Surrounding it are thick, twisting tree branches covered in clusters of soft pink cherry blossoms. Loose petals appear to be drifting through the air, creating a sense of gentle motion.

The branches frame the car from all sides, partially overlapping it, as if the vehicle is nestled beneath blooming trees. The overall color palette contrasts the deep blue of the car with the light pink flowers and a soft blue-and-white background.

In the lower-left corner, there are small Japanese characters, reinforcing a Japanese springtime theme. The composition blends high-speed racing imagery with calm, seasonal nature, giving a serene yet dynamic feel.

110

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 26/03/2026

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS #F1 Team poster for the #JapaneseGP, by Juan Alcalá Lara #Formula1

Alt text via ChatGPT: This image is an animated illustration of the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. It features a racing car in motion, surrounded by dynamic clouds and pink cherry blossoms. The car is a Mercedes Formula 1 vehicle with visible sponsor logos, including Petronas and Microsoft. In the foreground, there is a close-up of a helmeted driver, showing part of his face, and next to him, a stylized figure of a person with curly hair. There are also colorful koi fish swimming through the scene. The composition blends modern racing aesthetics with traditional Japanese elements, like cherry blossoms. The image also includes the text "JAPANESE GRAND PRIX SUZUKA" at the top and "ROUND 3" along with a date at the bottom. The overall style is bold and vibrant, with anime-inspired art.

130

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 26/03/2026

Disappointing to hear about this exchange between Verstappen and reporter Giles Richards. Esp. as I was really starting to respect and root for Max. Did any other journalists also leave the press conference in solidarity with Richards? #Formula1 #F1 #JapaneseGP www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/m...

theguardian.com

Why Max Verstappen gave me my marching orders from a press conference | Giles Richards

Max Verstappen’s ultimatum blindsided me, but there are more serious issues than an F1 driver being cross with you for doing your job

010

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 26/03/2026

This poster is so emblematic of Ferrari. It's striking in its minimalism and in the way they pay homage to Japan. They take the time to create a page on their site crediting the artist. But then they misspell the circuit name and ruin it all with the blue sponsor logo. 🤦

010

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 26/03/2026

Scuderia Ferrari HP #Formula1 team poster for the #japanesegp, by Italian artist and illustrator Laura Pauselli. #F1

220

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 26/03/2026

Cadillac #Formula1 Team poster for the #JapaneseGp. By Nori Okawa #F1

100

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 25/03/2026

#Formula1 teams are killing it this round with their #Japanesegp race week posters! Here is Alpine's #f1

Alt Text via ChatGPT:
A stylized racing poster with a dramatic, modern design.

At the center-right, there is a Formula One race car in a garage or pit lane setting. The car is painted in bright pink and teal, with black aerodynamic parts and large slick tires. It’s angled slightly toward the viewer, showing the front wing and nose prominently. The lighting is low and moody, with reflections on the car’s body giving it a glossy, high-performance feel.

The background is dark green with a cinematic, industrial atmosphere—overhead lights and pipes suggest an indoor pit or garage area. Large, bold text across the top reads “JAPAN” in a stylized, fragmented font.

On the right side, a circular graphic contains the text “A5-26.” Below the car, a large red circle overlays the floor, adding a graphic design element.

Along the left side, vertically arranged text includes:

“SUZUKA CIRCUIT”
“27–29 MARCH”
“53 LAPS”

Near the bottom right, there is branding for “BWT ALPINE Formula One Team.”

170

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 24/03/2026

Just finished listening to this "99% Invisible" episode. It always angers me when I'm stuck at a red light and there are no cars going through either direction. The intersection is a limited resource; the lights should be designed to allow a continuous flow. 99percentinvisible.org/episode/serv...

99percentinvisible.org

Service Request #2: Why Is This Red Light So Damn Long? - 99% Invisible

Navigating Los Angeles by car is a notoriously soul-crushing endeavor, particularly when you find yourself trapped in the kind of infrastructural purgatory locals affectionately call the “Devil’s thre...

000

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 23/03/2026

Sounds like another instance of “we’re sorry we got caught doing this”

010

Samir Parikh @samirparikh.com · 21/03/2026

I'm always impressed how prepared announcers like Harlan and Herbstreit, who call multiple games and teams in a week, are for a given broadcast. Same for the teams that have been covering back-to-back NCAA tourney games this weeks. Please do share whatever else was left on the cutting room floor

000