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I'm in need of a professional, unique logo for my business. is for a beauty salon the name is « nida glow studio » i need unique one and not logos that we find to pinterest or canva !!! so design it plz dont waste our time . thx
I'm seeking a professional who can help with a comprehensive directorship record check for prospective employees in Mozambique. Key Requirements: - Directorship Record Check: Specifically, I need all current and past directorships of the candidates to be scrutinized. - Jurisdiction: The check should be focused on Mozambique alone. - Report: I require a comprehensive report which should detail all current and past directorships of the candidate. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Strong background in vetting and background checks, preferably in Mozambique. - Experience in conducting comprehensive directorship checks. - Proficient in generating detailed and organized reports. This project is essential in ensuring the credibility and transparency of our potential hires. Your expe...
I'm looking for architect to draw up my plans for a new home in WA. Only local architects need apply. The look will be a Barndominium and am after building plans that pass council requirements. Please find my draft plans uploaded.
I need an experienced graphic designer who can help me enhance the design of basic ID cards for my organization's 44 employees. Key Requirements: - I will provide an Excel file with detailed employee information. This should be included in the design. - Each ID card should include the employee's Name, Employee ID Number, Date of Birth, Emergency Contact Number, and the Company Address. - The design should be professional and visually appealing. I'm looking for someone who can take on this task urgently and provide high-quality work within a short timeframe. Your past experience in designing functional and aesthetically pleasing ID cards will be a huge advantage.
I am searching for a Product Analyst who can apply their knowledge towards data analysis, market research, and performance monitoring. Its a small assignment This assignment involves diving into a snowflake database to explore how customers behave. The goal is to find useful information that can help the Product team make decisions to make the business grow. After you uncover insights, you'll suggest changes to the product, like adding new features, making current features better, or even getting rid of features that aren't working well. You need to do the analysis, create graphs to show your findings, share all the code you used, and also come up with a plan for an A/B test to try out one of your suggested changes. Note: Its a short assignment, not spend more than tw...
Irandra is an Indonesian e-commerce company. As a startup, we have a small, yet friendly staff with a friendly imprint. We also value employee well-being because our employees are our most valuable assets. If you're someone who enjoys playing games, you shouldn't be a manager. If you simply want to make your work better, then go ahead and take a break. Our work day schedule: According to Sayloran (Kerja sambil Sayloran, Santai, malas tapi cerdas) Irandra Florist currently holds a job with the following position: • Web coder • Graphic designer Job Description: Web developer • Create websites and mobile applications • Maintain websites and mobile applications • Understanding and capable of utilizing efficient and effective APIs, as well as integrati...
I am looking for a professional who has experience in data scraping to extract email addresses of senior level employees in the Building Industry, specifically from the United Kingdom. This task involves collecting the email addresses of 100 senior level employees. Key Requirements: - I need the first name, job title, and email address of each employee. - All the email addresses should be from the United Kingdom. The ideal freelancer for this project should have: - Experience in data scrapping and data mining. - Proficiency in tools and techniques for extracting data from web sources. - Attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of the collected information. - Familiarity with the Building Industry and the job titles associated with senior level roles in this field.
...the company's specific needs and Enable employees to update personal information like contact details or emergency contacts. - Store and organize employee documents, contracts, policies in database and Display for compliance purposes. Flexible Leave Management: - Allow administrators to configure various leave types such as vacation, sick leave, and bereavement leave to accommodate different company policies. - Provide functionalities for employees to request and track leaves such as sick leave, vacation, etc routing based on employee hierarchy to ensure that leave requests are reviewed and approved by the appropriate authorities. - Include a calendar view and yearly holiday calendar to facilitate easy leave scheduling and tracking for both employees and admin...
I urgently need a specialist to verify employment histories for potential employees. This task requires accurate, quick work, ideally completed by someone with experience in HR processes or a similar background. What you need to do: The project is divided in 2 milestones. 1. the task is to submit the employee documents to the clinic receptionist or manager and ask them to provide us with verification . 2. second part is to make 6 geo tag pictures Of the signboard of the clinic , building, business card. By using following app . For proof of your visit we need the pictures. What I will provide: - All necessary information for you to verify the potential employee's employment history This task takes precision and attention
Looking for someone to gather public email address of recruiters in Linkedin/Indeed/Glassdoor. Need to find the name of the recruiter, company name and their valid email address. Key Responsibilities: - Need to be Linkedin Sales Navigator Please note, strict confidentiality of all personal information provided is imperative.
...outlook of the following aspects: - Company Culture and Values: This should include our mission statement and core beliefs. Visual artwork that suits our corporate identity must be incorporated to bring these elements to life. - Procedural Overview: Aim to depict company policies and the way work is achieved in our organization. - Employee Perks: Highlight the benefits and advantages that employees can expect from their association with us. The presentation is basically written - just trying to make it more fun and interactive! Need graphics - art work etc Your skills should include, but are not limited to: - PowerPoint Expertise: Extensive experience in crafting engaging business presentations. - Artwork/Graphics: A creative eye to design fitting graphical elemen...
...functionality, and implementing measures for fraud prevention. For the UI enhancements, I am looking for: - A modern and clean layout that reflects my brand's aesthetics and values - A responsive design that ensures seamless user experience across all devices - User-friendly navigation that makes it easy for visitors to find and purchase products Regarding the product search functionality, the new website should offer: - Autocomplete search suggestions to help users find what they need faster - Advanced filters and sorting options for a more refined search experience - Improved search accuracy to ensure that users are directed to the right products Lastly, the integration of a robust fraud detection system is a non-negotiable. Your experience in this area will be p...
i need to find wordpress plugin and make integration to my website with below detail. reservation system 1. hourly base reservation as we always work at night, today as ours is starting from 5pm until 4am next morning 2. duration (how many hours) and number of people per reservation when request reservation 3. able to post only limited rooms to online (we will make availability with only 3 salas out of 7 salas on online) 4. back end, admin has no limit to post reservation even out of open hours 5. Admin (Backend) able to move reservation hour or reduced / extend duration 6. clients can't change reservation after confirmed or can't cancel 7. reservation status showing either by color or text (sala unassigned/arrived/left) 8. able to work with stripe (payment method : c...
Description: I am launching a trauma-informed care workshop targeting employees from nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home healthcare, and social service sectors. This pilot workshop aims to test the market viability and gather participant feedback. I am looking for a marketing freelancer experienced in the healthcare or social services sectors to manage and execute the participant recruitment process. Responsibilities: - Develop and implement a marketing and recruitment strategy. - Create and distribute marketing materials, including digital flyers, email campaigns, and other promotional content. - Set up and manage a simple landing page with registration functionality. - Direct outreach to potential participants and manage registrations. - Provide weekly updates on recr...
I'm currently in the process of building a portfolio website on WIX. I've managed to create the base structure of the site but need an experienced WIX developer to help me bring it to completion. Attached you can find my pdf portfolio which I. usually use to apply for things. I would like. to have a website as well. Key Features: - Image Gallery: The site will feature an image gallery that needs to be visually engaging and user-friendly, with interactive slideshows. - About Me Section: The portfolio will have a section dedicated to information about me. This part should be simple yet impactful. Design Style: - I'm looking for a bold and modern design style for the website. The overall appearance should be visually striking and should reflect a modern aesthetic. I...
More details: Our projects starting price is $4000 to $10000 for website development clients (Realestate, Wellness, Clinic, Coaching) you need to find people who can afford and buy this service
The database is on the National Environmental Agency's website, and it includes all of the applications submitted for environmental permits. Here is a link to the database: Please go over all of the records, and filter ones that match all criteria: 1. ...criteria, add a row to the spreadsheet including: date of the record, screening/scoping, title of the application (translated to English), a url linking to the application on the NEA website. In addition, download the screening/scoping report document, translate it to English with Google translate, and provide it as well. Start the search from most recent and search backwards in time. Once you find 30 sea-related records, you can stop (+ include a link to the last record you searched).
I am currently battling cancer and going through chemotherapy. I have recorded some videos and need a skilled video editor to help me with the post-production. The goal is t...Strong portfolio of editing projects, preferably with experience in social media content. - Ability to add effects and transitions creatively, in a way that's appealing to a young adult audience. - Empathy and understanding of the sensitivities surrounding cancer is a plus. - Understanding of social media algorithms and best practices for engaging content would be highly beneficial. I hope to find a compassionate professional who can help me share my story in a compelling and engaging way. I will need someone that can help me long term and edit for things to be put on instagram shorts, TikTok and even...
...follows: - The color scheme should predominantly be a mix of deep blue and black, with the option of using midnight blue as well. - The art deco style should be based on geometric shapes, symmetry, and abstract motifs. Please ensure that the design is sophisticated and not cartoonish or childish. - The font used in the logo should be simple and elegant. I have attached several examples of logos that I find visually appealing in this regard for reference. need to be in also in pdf, vector. Ideal Skills for this project: - Experience in designing art deco style logos - Proficiency in using a color palette of deep blue, black, and midnight blue - Ability to create a design that is both sophisticated and visually appealing - Strong typography skills for creating a simple and elegan...
...capable of providing web and aap based services for product owner and client user interface, with the following functionalities: 1. Recruitment and Applicant Tracking: Streamline the recruitment process, from job posting to candidate selection, with robust applicant tracking capabilities. 2. Employee Onboarding and Offboarding: Simplify the onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees, ensuring a seamless transition. 3. LLM-Based AI Automation System: Develop an AI-powered system to schedule and conduct initial screening phone calls and first-round interviews with candidates. The system should generate comprehensive reports based on the conversation. 4. Payroll and Accounting Tool: Integrate a payroll and accounting tool to automate payroll processing and ...
Job Title: Freelance Architect Job Description: We are seeking a freelance architect to assist with various architectural tasks including site visits, drafting plans in AutoCAD, taking images and photographs, creating photoplans, SDRs (Site Development Reports), and generating reports. Responsibilities: Conduct site visits to assess project requirements and gather necessary ...comprehensive reports based on site visits and project specifications. Requirements: Proven experience as an architect or similar role. Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant software. Strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to project specifications. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Preffered Region: India (NCR, Bangalore &am...
I am offering source codes for 26 unique Android games ready for purchase. Having developed these games, I can guarantee their quality and potential. Potential buyers, such as a budding game developer or a gaming company, would find this extremely beneficial. Ideal Skills and Experience: * Familiarity with Android Game Development * Profit-oriented mindset * Interest in code acquisition * Game re-skinning capabilities would be a plus Since I missed out on detailing game categories and project timeline, I'm open to discuss these and more at the prospective buyer's convenience.
I'm looking for someone to collect data from bank employees in Bhopal, India. The data is to be collected with the help of Google Forms. There are a total of 11 banks and you are required to collect a minimum 11 responses from each bank, which means total of 121 responses. The response must be accurate. Ideal freelancers for this project should be well-versed in data collection methodologies and possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with the bank employees. The successful candidate will be responsible for: - Conducting data collection from bank employees in Bhopal - Ensuring accuracy and integrity of the collected data - Delivering the data in an organized and structured format. The method of data collection can be discussed and agreed upo...
I'm in need of a professional to create a PowerPoint presentation featuring a hierarchical organization chart for my team of 65 employees. Here are the specifics: - The chart should be structured hierarchically, displayed top-down. - Each individual's entry on the chart should include their name and respective regions. This task requires a keen eye for detail, proficiency in PowerPoint, and experience in creating organization charts. A strong understanding of hierarchical structure is crucial.
...business. I currently own the domain, so I need someone that can take my ideas and turn them into an engaging digital storefront. Key Features: - Shopping cart and checkout functionality for customers to make smooth and secure purchases. - Customer reviews section to allow for feedback and to build trust with prospective buyers. - Advanced product search and filter to help customers navigate and find exactly what they're looking for swiftly. - A dedicated offer page to frequently update customers about sales, deals or new product launches. Skills & Experience: - Proficient in creating minimalistic and clean designs. - Proven experience in developing e-commerce websites. - Strong understanding of user-experience design for mobile and desktop. - Familiarity with creating...
...customers to peruse and get to know the cars we have on offer. Key Features: - The primary function of this platform is to showcase our car inventory. Therefore, the main focus should be on the design that will effectively showcase the cars in the best possible light. - I would like the website to have a user-friendly search and filter option. This is important as it will allow our clients to easily find the car they are looking for. - It's important that the site is designed to be responsive across various devices to ensure potential customers can access it no matter what device they are using. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in web design and development - Previous experience in developing inventory showcasing websites - Ability to create a clean and user...
...customers to peruse and get to know the cars we have on offer. Key Features: - The primary function of this platform is to showcase our car inventory. Therefore, the main focus should be on the design that will effectively showcase the cars in the best possible light. - I would like the website to have a user-friendly search and filter option. This is important as it will allow our clients to easily find the car they are looking for. - It's important that the site is designed to be responsive across various devices to ensure potential customers can access it no matter what device they are using. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in web design and development - Previous experience in developing inventory showcasing websites - Ability to create a clean and user...
I'm seeking an illustrator for three sketched style illustrations, featuring a dog, a turtle, and a butterfly. The illustrations should be minimalist and have a consistent style. These will be framed in 10w x 15h cm frames, with 1cm of hidden padding, so please consider this when creating the desig...turtle, and a butterfly. The illustrations should be minimalist and have a consistent style. These will be framed in 10w x 15h cm frames, with 1cm of hidden padding, so please consider this when creating the designs. Key requirements include: - 3 sketched style illustrations (dog, turtle, butterfly) - Minimalist theme - Consistent style across all three illustrations In the attachment you can find an example of the style I would like. I don't have preferences on colors, it c...
I am seeking a skilled freelancer to research and identify an app that can transform standard videos into high-quality black and white animated versions. The app should provide near-realistic animations, enhancing visual storytelling: People filmed should look animated but almost real. Please include video examples of apps with similar capabilities in your proposals. In order to understand what kind animation i want when the realtime video is being transformed into animated character i have posted a few pictures of drawings...so please refer to them otherwise you will be excluded to contest. Note i am not look for a Picture transforming app but a VIDEO transforming app !! Otherwise i will also exclud the contestent. Thank you
I'm in need of a skilled web developer who can take a GitHub project, which is a single page PHP/HTML/JS, fix it by the project defintion in the file and make it operational. The project's main functionality is to displa... Ideal skills for this project include: - Proficient in PHP, HTML, and JavaScript - Experience working with GitHub projects - Familiar with cPanel deployment on Linux This project would be well-suited for a web developer with a strong background in full-stack development and deployment. If you feel confident in your ability to deliver on these requirements, I look forward to your bid. you can find the project here: please make sure you bid AFTER you read the project file and you understand what need to be done. Good luck.
...reading at least 16 non-fiction books per year with us. This will allow you to grow with our directors and keep rising to new heights. We are not looking for someone who just does what is asked. As a successful applicant, you will be proactive by becoming accelerators to the performance of our two most senior executives. As an extension of that, you will make a positive impact on hundreds of employees, our clients, our larger community, and our charity arm that sends kids to school. You will be responsible for: - Providing high-level administrative support to our executive team, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, creating agendas, and ensuring team members are prepared for said meetings. - Managing appointments and travel arrangements for our two directors. - C...
I'm in need of a skilled freelancer who can put together a comprehensive HR dashboard for me, to be updated on a monthly basis. The project involves: - Collating and organizing data: The dashboard should cover Attendance and leave records, Training and development, as well as metrics like age, experience, tenure, salary and location of our employees. Your ability to structure and organize these aspects will be key. - Creating an Excel-based system: I'm looking for a dashboard that's easy to dissect and understand. As such, I'd like the final product to be in Excel spreadsheet format. This means you should be very proficient in Excel, knowing how to integrate formulas, tables and other relevant features. - Monthly updates: The dashboard should be designed to be...
I'm in need of a skilled web developer to create a website for my new car dealership. The website will include a comprehensive set of features to ensure a smooth and user-friendly experience. Key Features: - Advanced Search Filters: Enable users to easily find their desired car based on various criteria such as make, model, year, price, etc. - Online Payment Integration: Implement a secure and reliable payment gateway for seamless transactions. - User Reviews and Ratings: Allow customers to leave feedback and rate their purchase experience, enhancing the credibility of the platform. Vehicle Listings: The website will exclusively list new cars. Therefore, it's essential to focus on showcasing these vehicles effectively. News Section: Additionally, I'm interested i...
I need a sophisticated landing page designed to help generate leads for my business Curiosity the Antidote LLC. Key words from the website TRANSFORM YOUR ORGANIZATION INTO A PERFORMANCE LEADER: Empower Leaders, Engage Employees, and Elevate Your Business Reputation Key Elements: - The main focus of the landing page should be to collect email address with a free resouce. It must be easily visible and intuitive to use, with a clear call-to-action. - The design must be elegant and sophisticated, in line with my brand's style. This includes color scheme, (gold, white, and Black) fonts, and overall layout. Here is the link to my webpage to see the style needed for this landing page. Ideal Skills: - Proficiency in web design, particularly for lead generation
What I need is a new induction plan for employees no more than 10 slides. I would need to give an Intro, Context (why), Challenges facing us, Strategy, Action Plan, Current Wins. I have done a timeline in Cava, but I need to back it up with data and background. I need to show where I am adding value and what our solutions are and bulk this up. My value to this plan is a more timely engagement with the candidate, quicker onboarding, supporting the candidate and managers through the onboarding. The freelancer would need to be able to write and design this powerpoint.
I'm looking for a Python script that uses PyAutoGUI to control keyboard inputs, with a specific focus on interacting with a Firefox web page. I would do it myself as its simple python. However, it needs to branch into two different output. 1 clicking certain buttons and then a Then a final enter button to refresh the webpage and...independently scrolling frames. I want it to place focus on firefox an a pc app then sub focus on the right scrolling frame. Once its on the right side it can begin to select radio buttons and spacebar or enter select a push button to advance to the next page or refresh the page of the website. Attached find similar code. This attached code is for inpiration only.
I am seeking residents of Munich, Germany to conduct an in-store check for a well-known Dairy brand. Project in a Nutshell: 20 SKUS (Products) need to be assessed for the following: Tidiness of shelves, package quality, time to find product and etc. 3-4 samples per a product to be assessed. eg. Product is water: 4 of these will need to be assessed. Consumer will assess 31 samples per a product in total. No purchases required Products include water, plant based and diary. All data will be captured via an App thus good quality photos are needed. Answer questions related to the product via the APP. Full training provided. Requirements of the consumer: Tech Savvy. Promptly answers emails. Flexibility with time 4 weeks to complete Fee for project 1: €600. There is a secon...
Having a significant issue with my Outlook and Microsoft Business account. When I create a new users in our system they are UNABLE to send outgoing emails to external parties. To help solve the issue, I'm looking for a skilled individual with: -We use Proofpoint, microsoft office, and cloudflare -Domain knowledge, cloud flare, - Expertise in troubleshooting Outlook email - Knowledge about...I'm looking for a skilled individual with: -We use Proofpoint, microsoft office, and cloudflare -Domain knowledge, cloud flare, - Expertise in troubleshooting Outlook email - Knowledge about the ins and outs of email settings - Prior experience in dealing with similar issues Your task will be to resolve this issue so I can seamlessly send and receive emails across all our devices for all ...
I am searching for an experienced app developer who excels in designing and implementing Android-based applications. The main functionality required for this task is the creation of a comprehensive employee database system. Key Functionalities: • Instant tracking of employees' online and offline status • Storing and displaying contact details of each employee • Categorizing employees based on their department The developer should have a strong understanding of database structuring and management for Android systems and a proven track record of delivering similar projects. Familiarity with real-time data sync and user-friendly UI design are also desirable.
I need to find a good supplier that can get me all of the buyers and planers from all customers in Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Central America, South America, Australia. i am in the aircraft industry.
I require an experienced data analyst conversant with Excel to create a detailed spreadsheet and comprehendible report about compression pay between LPN & RN nurses, as well as nurse supervisors. Key data points to include: - Hourly pay rates of each role - Years of experience in each position - Total number of employees in each role - Comparison of compression pay between the nurse employees and nurse supervisors The compression pay should be calculated using a ratio comparison method, highlighting the variation in detail. I am also looking for a detailed analysis in the report explaining the compression shown. Required skills: - Proficient in Microsoft excel - Experience in generating analytical reports - Strong attention to detail - Understanding of the healt...
Hello, I want someone good with compiler construction subjects Like creating a parser for a language You can find the project file from attachment you can find readme file in there explaining the project and task You would utlize the scanner that is in src/scanner, and build the parser in , which is the starting file you can also find it in the src folder The goal is to build the parser and pass all test cases Please read and check before bid
...'Educator,' and 'Contact Me.' I want this website to really show who I am and the services I can provide as a psychologist and consultant. Your tasks would involve: - Enhancing Design Elements: Updating the look and feel of my site to keep it as visually appealing as possible and personal to me. - Improving Navigation: Making the user interface more user-friendly, ensuring site visitors can easily find their way around. - Creating Templates: I also want to create a business card, a reports and proposal template, and an e-mail signature - all from the same theme and brand identity of the website. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proficiency with Squarespace - Proven experience in designing personal portfolio websites. (please provide relevant samples of you w...
This creative project entails the production of an engaging 3D animated video, squarely focusing on presenting the 'benefits of having a 401k plan' to new employees. The video should ideally simplify complex financial concepts and manifest the advantages of opting for a 401k plan in an inviting and clear manner. Key Requirements: - Develop a storyboard that effectively communicates the benefits of a 401k plan. Brief, hopefully less than 3 minutes long - Execute the storyboard into a visually stimulating 3D animation. - The animation should be appealing to new employees, ensuring it is straightforward, engaging, and lays a solid premise to encourage 401k investment. - The content should be accurate, concise and easily digestible, even for people with little ...
I'm seeking an experienced freelancer to help create SCORM-compliant eLearning training material targeted toward employees and professionals. TYPE OF CONTENT: - Your task includes developing engaging video-based tutorials and interactive quizzes. TARGET AUDIENCE: - The content should be designed keeping in mind the skills and knowledge level of employees and professionals in various industries. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Ideal candidates will need: - Prior experience creating SCORM-compliant eLearning materials. - A strong understanding of various teaching methods for different levels of professionals. - Demonstrated skills in developing both video content and interactive quizzes to engage the audience. - Respect for project deadlines. Get in touch if you can bring thi...
...changes to the landing pages, the offers, copy, brand messaging, campaign strategy, etc etc etc (literally every aspect of the entire marketing campaign, so that we can ensure success). It's also very important that you are responsive and that you have a quick turnaround on tasks. We manage everything in so that's where your projects will be managed. We are a small agency with 10 employees in Lynchburg, VA USA. We specialize in media (photography and videography), but we've had a lot of digital ads work coming to us over the last year, and we need help in growing this department and ensuring that we deliver on everything we sell. We are growing quite fast so we need help very soon. We have a couple of leads that we have not been able to follow up with yet unti...
...role would also involve aiding in comparison and assessment of different cybersecurity measures. specific area of this topic: you will need to find it out of the 5 articles after you get them out of the internet. share them with first and we will agree on them. Research focus: first the freelancer should look for 5 articles and they should be from IEEE format. And then make a compares between the 5 articles on level of the cybersecurity CIA and these articles should be from 2020 to current only. note; i will share the topics with you. select topic and then google it looking for the research paper. then find the survey paper usually you will find 50 papers. and i want him/her to make a table highlighting the compares. Please note that completion is needed ASAP....
I need a professional to list for rent my 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in Long Beach, CA on Zillow. This includes: - Property Advertising: Increase property visibility to attract potential tenants. Create compelling listings complete with high-res photographs and detailed descriptions. - Tenant Screening: Review interested parties, check references, and conduct background checks to find reliable tenants. I'm seeking someone with experience in property management and familiarity with local rental laws. Knowledge of property advertising platforms is necessary, along with strong communication and decision-making skills.
I am looking to hire an experienced researcher who can find and compile a list of DIY YouTube influencers within United States with 20,000 to 100,000 followers. Looking to gather a list of upto 1000 influencers. List should include a mix of home diyers, garden diyers, craft diyers etc - i can provide a list of categories. Your task: - Identify and list popular DIY influencers on YouTube within the follower range. - Collect their contact details including their email addresses and social media handles. - If available, find any agencies they are associated with. Ideal Candidate: - Proficient in online research - Understands the YouTube platform and its influencers - Has a keen eye for popular trends within the DIY community. - Respect for privacy and only using lawful methods...
