Concepts Every Developer Should Know: CI/CD Pipelines.
A CI/CD pipeline is an automated workflow that manages the building, testing, and release of code through continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery or deployment (CD).
It integrates the various stages of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) into a seamless, repeatable process.
These stages include source code management, automated testing, artifact creation, deployment orchestration, and automated security scanning.
The goal is simple: catch issues as early as possible, when they're cheaper and easier to fix.
But that only works if developers trust the feedback the pipeline provides.
If security scanners generate too many false positives, developers begin treating security checks like any other noisy build failure.
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Lin Yu-Ting is a domestic violence survivor. She learned boxing based on a girl’s wish : “protect mother from father’s violence “ .
Stop bullying her, stop bullying a girl who fighting for her and her family’s life.
Told you she’d rock the ring.
To those still questioning our boxer: stop falling for fake news, don’t be a racist, don’t be a bully, and don’t post comments online if you can’t back them up with evidence.
Basic biology starts with knowing you’ve got a brain in your head—so remember to use it.
Gender verification in sports ensures fair competition in single-sex events. Methods have evolved from physical exams and chromosome tests to hormone testing. Chromosome tests, which identify XX or XY patterns, proved unreliable due to biological variations and did not consistently correlate with athletic performance, leading to their abandonment by sports organizations.
In contrast, testosterone tests focus on hormone levels, which are directly linked to athletic ability. Testosterone significantly impacts muscle mass, strength, and endurance, providing a more accurate measure of performance potential. Unlike chromosome tests, testosterone levels are quantifiable and can be monitored, offering a practical approach to maintaining competitive balance.
With testosterone levels differing up to 15 times between men and women, it is a crucial indicator for categorizing athletes. Testosterone testing ensures fairness by addressing a key biological factor affecting athletic performance, making it a superior method for maintaining equal competition compared to chromosome testing.
Congratulations to Lin Yu-ting 林郁婷 for winning gold in women's 57kg boxing at #Paris2024! With admirable focus & discipline, she has overcome misinformation & cyberbullying, turning adversity into victory. A daughter of #Taiwan through & through, she’s made our nation proud!
As #TeamTaiwan’s Lin Yu-ting 林郁婷 prepares to fight for gold in women’s boxing at #Paris2024, she carries the strength of a nation. She has faced adversity & senseless attacks from beyond the ring with incredible grace & unwavering courage. We're cheering her on to the finish!
不要過度簡化複雜的問題。性別可以用多種方式來判定,從生理外貌、染色體再到睾酮水準。
1️⃣ 生理外貌
根據身分證字號,林郁婷在 28 年前就被台灣政府判定為女性,這也表明外在因素表明她是生理女性。
2️⃣ 染色體檢測
林郁婷「並沒有」因為染色體檢測被判定為男性,唯一的爭議源自於國際拳擊協會(IBA)模糊且未公開的證據。但值得一提的是,IBA 與與台灣不友好的關係可能是原因之一,而且 IBA 也沒有提到染色體檢測。
3️⃣ 睾酮水準
林郁婷「有」通過了睾酮檢測並被判定為女性,這項檢測是國際奧委會(IOC)及多個運動員協會認可的,包括國際田徑總會。
上面三點都是事實。
那唯一的爭議是什麼呢?就是她的染色體到底是 XX 還是 XY?
首先,沒有證據表明她是 XY。即使她是 XY,XY 也可以被視為是女性,這就是為什麼國際協會如國際田聯(IAAF)和國際奧委會現在採用睾酮來判定的原因,染色體檢測單純就是過時了。
但這裡必需再次強調,林「並沒有」被檢測為 XY。
然後再強調一次,不要過度簡化複雜的問題,林郁婷的爭議可能是個單純的科學問題,也有可能是個複雜的政治問題。
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Don't oversimplify the complicated questions. Male or female can be determined by various factors, from physical appearance, chromosomes to testosterone levels.
1. Physical Appearance
Lin *WAS* recognized as female by the Taiwanese government 28 years ago, as indicated by her social security number, which also suggests that her physical appearance aligns with being female.
2. Chromosomes Test
Lin was *NOT* identified as male by a chromosome test. The controversy comes from the IBA's sketchy and undisclosed evidence. It's worth mentioning that the IBA's unfriendly attitude against Taiwan may be the reason why they’re against Lin. And IBA did not mention anything about chromosomes test.
3. Testosterone Test
Lin *WAS* identified as female by a testosterone test, which is approved by the IOC and various athlete associations including IAAF (World Athletics)
These are the facts, as stated above.
So what is the only controversy? Is her chromosome XX or XY?
First, there is *NO* evidence shows that Lin is an XY. Even if she were, XY can still indicate female that’s why international associations like World Athletics (IAAF) and the IOC now use testosterone regulations. Chromosome tests are just simply outdated.
At this point I must emphasize again that Lin was NOT identified as male by a chromosome test.
And again, don’t oversimplify complicated questions, Lin’s situation can either be a simple science question or just the political one. We don’t know, so we discuss with facts.
Lin Yu-Ting has won the Olympic gold medal against all odds! Her triumph in the ring is not just a testament to her unparalleled skill and dedication as a boxer, but also a powerful vindication of her character. Despite the unjust and baseless accusations questioning her gender eligibility, she has risen above the slander with grace and strength. We celebrate not just her win, but the unwavering spirit she embodies. #BoxingQueenLinYuTing