Chris Messina

@chrismessina.me

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😬 Man of the internet; generalist. 🆕 App updates and snark. 🫡 Twitter sober since April '23. #️⃣ Invented the hashtag. 🚬 Non-smoker.

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* Plan: Max plan * Description: 20x more usage than Pro * Auto-renewal date: April 28, 2026
This is a screenshot of a GitHub dashboard page. At the top, there is a GitHub logo next to the word "Dashboard." Below, a blue information banner states that starting April 24, GitHub Copilot interaction data will be used for AI model training unless opted out, with links to "Review this update" and "GitHub account settings." The user's profile picture and username "chrismessina" appear at the bottom, with a label indicating it is their personal account. The overall design features a clean, minimal layout with a light background and icons for navigation and profile management.
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The image displays a notification on a Mac computer indicating a successful update. The notification reads "Background Security Improvement" followed by the message "Your Mac is now up to date with macOS 26.3.1 (a)." The notification features a blue icon representing security, set against a dark background. This message informs the user that their operating system has been updated to enhance security features. The overall design is clean and straightforward, focusing on conveying important system information.
This image is a screenshot of a document outlining updates to the Host Damage Protection Terms. A specific update is highlighted in blue, stating, "We added a definition of 'Legitimate and Verifiable Evidence' and clarified that this must not include AI generated content." The text lists several other updates, including clarifications on evidence requirements, household linen eligibility, and the U.S. arbitration agreement. The document is formatted with bullet points and uses bold and underlined text for emphasis.
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