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Becoming A Freshman!

So the day has finally come. Those good times in 8th grade is nothing much more than cherished memories. You are now an official Freshman entering the realm of high school and it could make you feel a bit anxious yet excited. It is without a doubt, one of the most important new chapters in your life, but it is also very essential to remember that there will be much more events like this one along your future timeline. JUST DO IT! When it comes to anxiety and nervousness, I am no different. Matter of fact, sometimes anxiety has gotten the best of me and in turn affected my performance whether if it was taking a test or simple presentations. It is very crucial to remember that human beings have the automatic tendency to feel anxious when we are approached with something that our brain can map out. For example, our daily routine isn't something that gives us that feeling of "butterflies in your stomach" but going to a different country does. Why? It is because the br...

Using a cheap USB Controller on the OUYA (Must be Rooted!)

Back in 2013, I came across an open source gaming console called the OUYA. I bought it as soon as possible because not only was it cheap, but there was unlimited possibilities one can do on the OUYA. To be frank, I bought the console primarily as a means of emulation purposes. So I also ordered two USB NES Controllers on Amazon cheap (like $10). Unfortunately, the console won't recognize the controllers I bought which was a huge dissapointment. Up until now, I played my NES emulator using the OUYA controller which was ok, but I wanted an even close experience in retro gaming which was to use the correct controller. I don't know why is took me almost an year before I figured it our but  now   I present to you, how to map the keys of a cheap USB Controller on the OUYA.  Instructions Your OUYA must be rooted in order for this to work Hook up your USB Controller onto the OUYA Sideload the app, "usb/bt joystick center" on the OUYA and launch it (If you don't know...