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Come to San Francisco as a Rubyist, leave as a speedcuber. We are going to use Ruby, a video camera, and an insane amount of live demonstration to learn how to solve the Rubik's Cube in less than 20 seconds. You will leave this talk knowing which cube to buy, which of the five most popular solving methods you should be learning, how to practice for speed, where to ask questions, and how Ruby can help teach you to be the fastest speedcuber in town. People are solving the Rubik's Cube quicker today than any time in history and there's a reason why. Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/FG8T/
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In this engaging talk from GoGaRuCo 2013, Chris Hunt, a developer from GitHub, shares his expertise on how to solve the Rubik's Cube in under 20 seconds. He aims to equip participants with foundational knowledge and practical strategies for becoming proficient speedcubers. Key points of the talk include: - **Introduction to the Cube**: Chris begins by familiarizing the audience with the anatomy of the cube, highlighting center pieces as reference points and differentiating between edge pieces and corner pieces. - **Turning the Cube**: He emphasizes the importance of getting comfortable with manipulating the cube before attempting to solve it. This step is crucial for developing the muscle memory needed for speedcubing. - **Learning Algorithms**: Chris introduces the concept of algorithms (referred to as 'algs'), explaining how memorizing specific move sequences can drastically improve solving times. - **Two-Cycle Solution**: The bicycle solution is presented as a practical method to solve the cube in under two minutes. The audience learns to focus on swapping just two pieces at a time and to use a setup, fix, and undo methodology to achieve the desired configuration. - **Speedcubing Methods**: He advises learning the CFOP method (Cross, F2L, OLL, and PLL) for refining their solving technique. Illustrated by Chris’s real-time scrambling and solving, the session demonstrates how beginners can transition from the bicycle method to competitive speedcubing practices. - **Competitive Preparation**: Chris wraps up by discussing tools, techniques, and resources that can enhance one’s speedcubing skills, such as investing in quality speed cubes and obtaining timers for practice. He also directs the audience to additional online resources and communities for further engagement. Overall, Chris’s talk not only provides practical steps to solve the Rubik's Cube quickly but also fosters a sense of community among aspiring speedcubers. The key takeaway is that with the right methods, tools, and practice, anyone can improve their Rubik's Cube-solving skills significantly.
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