Lesson 1: A Private Conversation 私人谈话

First listen and then answer the question.
听录音，然后回答以下问题。

Why did the writer complain to the people behind him?

Last week I went to the theatre. I had a very good seat. The play was very interesting. I did not enjoy it. A young man and a young woman were sitting behind me. They were talking loudly. I got very angry. I could not hear the actors. I turned round. I looked at the man and the woman angrily. They did not pay any attention. In the end, I could not bear it. I turned round again. ‘I can’t hear a word!’ I said angrily. ‘It’s none of your business,’ the young man said rudely. ‘This is a private conversation!’

新概念英语学习笔记，英语语法

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收录标准：

• 帮助独立开发者提升开发效率
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The phrase “Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish.” has an intriguing and deep history, which ties together personal inspiration, cultural movements, and a vision of the future.

It originated from the final issue of The Whole Earth Catalog, published in 1974. This catalog, created by Stewart Brand and his team, was a collection of tools, resources, and advice for people interested in sustainability, personal growth, and alternative lifestyles. The catalog’s mission was to offer practical advice for a new generation of thinkers, creatives, and adventurers.

The cover of the last issue featured a photograph of a rural road at dawn, symbolizing a path of possibility and new beginnings. Beneath the image, the words “Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish.” were printed, serving as a farewell message from the catalog’s team. These words weren’t just a sign-off; they encapsulated the spirit of curiosity, the willingness to take risks, and the idea of always seeking more, never settling for comfort.

Steve Jobs, when he gave his famous commencement speech at Stanford University in 2005, referred to this quote from The Whole Earth Catalog. He explained how it inspired him during his youth, linking it to his own experiences of exploration, adventure, and innovation. The quote perfectly reflected Jobs’s own approach to life: a relentless hunger for knowledge and a willingness to make foolish mistakes in the pursuit of greatness.

Jobs admired Stewart Brand’s work so much that he later sought out Brand’s autograph, revealing how deeply this phrase resonated with him. Jobs said in his speech, “Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish” was something he wished for himself, and it was his message to the graduating class as they embarked on their own journeys.

Basic word

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1. a dozen 一打
2. a good/great deal 很多，大量
3. a handful of 一把，少量的，一小部分
4. a list of 一份…的清单，一列
5. a packet of 一小袋，一包
6. a ratio of A to B A对B的比例
7. aboard 在船（或车、飞机）上；上船（或飞机、车）
8. abroad 到国外，在国外；广为流传
9. accent 口音
10. ache 痛，渴望；疼痛
11. acid rain 酸雨
12. adult 成年人
13. after all 毕竟
14. agriculture 农业
15. air conditioning 空调
16. airline （飞机的）航线；航空公司
17. airline ticket 机票
18. airmail 航空邮件；航空邮政
19. airport tax 机场税；机场建设费
20. aisle seat 靠近过道的座位
21. all aspects 全面地
22. all-time low 历史最低点；最低值
23. answer the phone 接电话
24. appear 出现
25. argue 争论，辩论
26. around the corner 在拐角处；在附近；即将到来
27. arrival 到达
28. art 艺术，美术
29. ask around 四处询问
30. ask for 请求，要求
31. at all times 一直
32. at least 至少
33. at the bottom of 在…的底部
34. at the moment 此刻，目前
35. bad weather 坏天气

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1. balcony 阳台；（电影院等的）楼厅，楼座
2. ball game 球类运动，球类游戏
3. ban 取缔，禁止；禁令
4. be certain of 确信，对…有把握
5. be good for 对…有好处
6. be handed to 被交给
7. be honored for 为…感到荣幸
8. be on the rise 上涨，增加
9. be open to 对…开放；易接受
10. be rich in 在…充足（或充裕）
11. be similar to 和…相似
12. be suited for 适合做…，对…适宜
13. be sure of 深信
14. be sure to do 肯定做，一定会做
15. behavior 举止，行为
16. boil 沸腾
17. breathe 呼吸
18. bring about 带来
19. bring in 引入；增加
20. bring up 提出
21. bring up a claim 提出索赔
22. broil 烤，焙；受炙热
23. brush 刷子；毛笔；刷净；擦亮；涂，抹
24. brush up on sth. 快速提高；温习
25. building 建筑物
26. canyon 峡谷

Layered Process Confirmations (LPC) is a quality management tool used primarily in manufacturing and production environments. It involves multiple layers of verification throughout the production process to ensure that every step meets specified quality standards. Here are some key aspects of LPC:

Key Components of Layered Process Confirmations:

1. Definition:

   • LPC is a structured approach that involves confirmation checks at various stages of a process to catch errors before they escalate.

2. Purpose:

   • To maintain consistent quality.
   • To enhance accountability among employees.
   • To identify potential issues early in the production cycle.

3. Layers of Confirmation:

   • Operator Verification: The individual performing the task checks their work.
   • Peer Review: Colleagues review each other’s work for additional confirmation.
   • Supervisory Review: Supervisors conduct checks to ensure adherence to standards.
   • Management Oversight: Higher-level management reviews processes for compliance with overall quality objectives.

4. Benefits:

   • Reduces defects and rework.
   • Improves communication within teams.
   • Increases employee engagement in quality assurance.

5. Implementation Steps:

   • Define critical processes and quality standards.
   • Develop checklists or confirmation forms for each layer.
   • Train employees on the importance of LPC.
   • Regularly review and update LPC processes based on performance data.

6. Tools and Techniques:

   • Use of visual aids, such as control charts or process maps.
   • Digital tools for tracking confirmations and findings.
   • Root cause analysis to address recurring issues identified through LPC.

Conclusion

Layered Process Confirmations can be an effective strategy for improving quality and reducing variability in production processes. By ensuring that multiple levels of checks are in place, organizations can foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

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马斯克的五步工作法:

1. Make requirements less dumb
   不要提太蠢的需求。尤其聪明人给的需求更是危险，因为你可能不会去质疑他;

2. Delete parts or process
   删除需求当中所有你能删除的部分和流程，后来可能也会加回来，但不超过10%，如果后来加回来的部分不到10% 证明删得还不够;

3. Simplify or Optimize
   简化和优化，Elon特別强调优化要放在第三步。很多聪明的工程师最常犯的错误，就是老是在优化根本不该存在的东西;

4. Accelerate cycle times
   加速迭代，但前三点沒有做完之前先別加速，否则只是加快了自掘坟墓的速度。注意加速的是迭代，而不是速度。迭代是一个循环，通过这个循环我们可以不停的验证当前推进的方向，并且持续的进行改进和优化;

5. Automate
   最后才是自动化。按照Elon自己说法，他一直都希望Tesla 工厂中能够有更多的工人而不是全部都由机器人来工作。自动化的弊端有三个，分别是1)高昂的成本;2)极高的出错几率;3)妨碍引入新特性。。而 Elon真正希望构建的是一个可以随时更换组件、流程、探索新特性的并行系统;

Elon Musk 说他个人犯了上述五个步骤”反过来”做的错误很多次，他先做自动化，再进行加速优化，最后才想到要刪掉沒必要存在的东西