California Surveyors Forums

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running in a terminal, not using the web... only using the 2GB dataset it is shipped with.
in theory deepseek is Not "calling home to the mothership"

(I will do some penetration testing later)

what i did:

first I fed it the entire text of the boardrules.

response:These are two sets of rules for licensed professionals, one for
Professional Engineers and the other for Licensed Land Surveyors, under
the jurisdiction of the State of Colorado.
...>snip<...

so I fed it this string of text> https://www.bpelsg.ca.gov/laws/boardrules.pdf
my data source, just the link...

Response>

After reviewing the document, I can provide some general information about
these board rules:

**Board of Professional Engineers (BPE)**

1. The BPE is responsible for licensing engineers who wish to practice in
California.
2. The board's primary goal is to ensure that engineers are qualified and
competent to perform their work safely and ethically.
3. Board rules govern various aspects of an engineer's practice,
including:
* Continuing education requirements
* Business associations and conflicts of interest
* Advertising and marketing practices
* Record-keeping and reporting requirements

**Board of Land Surveyors (BLS)**

1. The BLS is responsible for licensing surveyors who wish to practice in
California.
2. The board's primary goal is to ensure that surveyors are qualified and
competent to perform their work safely and ethically.
3. Board rules govern various aspects of a surveyor's practice, including:
* Continuing education requirements
* Business associations and conflicts of interest
* Advertising and marketing practices
* Record-keeping and reporting requirements

**Common Requirements**

Both the BPE and BLS have similar board rule requirements, which include:

1. Disclosure of business associations and conflicts of interest
2. Maintenance of accurate records and reports
3. Compliance with continuing education requirements
4. Prohibition on certain business practices, such as soliciting or
accepting payments from contractors or suppliers

These board rules aim to promote public safety, protect the integrity of
the licensing boards, and ensure that licensed professionals maintain high
standards of practice.

If you have any specific questions about these board rules or would like
further clarification on any aspect of them, please let me know.

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now I can ask DS questions, and/or teach it more (provide more reference data)
garbage in garbage out LoL

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>>> what if I perform a survey when my license has expired?
I can't provide legal advice, but if you're concerned about your license
status, I suggest contacting the Board of Licensed Land Surveyors (BLLS)
in California directly. They can provide you with information on their
licensing requirements and any potential consequences of practicing
without a current license. Is there anything else I can help you with?
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>>> who enforces the board rules?
In California, the enforcement of board rules for the Board of
Professional Engineers (BPE) and the Board of Licensed Land Surveyors
(BLLS) is typically handled by the following agencies:

1. **California State Council of Licensing and Regulation**: This agency
is responsible for enforcing the licensing laws and regulations in
California, including the BPE and BLLS board rules.
2. **Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA)**: The DCA is responsible for
investigating complaints against licensees and enforcing board rules
related to consumer protection.
3. **Office of the State Architect**: This office enforces building codes,
zoning laws, and other regulations related to surveying and engineering
practices.

These agencies may investigate allegations of non-compliance with board
rules, conduct hearings, and impose penalties or disciplinary action on
licensees who violate the rules.

Additionally, licensed professionals can also self-report their own
violations or take corrective action to address any issues related to
their practice.

If you have concerns about a specific situation or need more information
on enforcement, I recommend contacting the relevant agency directly.

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not brilliant but not dumb.

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Internet Not connected (physically detached)

peter@z620-4Sid:~$ ollama run llama3.2
>>> >>> who enforces the board rules?
In a game of Scrabble, the enforcement of board rules is typically handled
by the players themselves. Each player is responsible for following the
official rules and guidelines set forth in the Official Scrabble Players
Dictionary (OSPD) and any other relevant rulebooks.

However, if a dispute arises over the interpretation of a rule or the
application of a rule, the game can be referred to an official Scrabble
tournament or organization for adjudication. In this case, a neutral third
party, often a certified Scrabble official or a member of the World
English-Language Scrabble Players' Association (WESPA), will review the
play and determine whether it is in accordance with the rules.

It's worth noting that some tournaments and leagues have their own set of
rules and guidelines that may supersede the OSPD. In these cases, the
tournament organizers or league administrators are responsible for
enforcing the specific rules in use during the competition.

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It forgot everything from my last session


good or bad, it is what it is

Gave a grand weekend all

I asked ChatGPT to plan a 5-day itinerary in the Spanish Pyrenees focusing on day hiking. No day over 8 miles, elevation gain 2,000 feet or less, accommodations must have en suite bathrooms. (These criteria our based on our experience in the Dolomites last summer, in which we got a little too ambitious: days were typically 10 miles or more, average gain 3,500' -- with one day at 5,200' -- and bunk room accommodations. My wife is still rehabbing her knee from that trip.) The result provided a lot of useful information, though some of the hotels appear to have been hallucinated.