# mod (0-mod.us)

People say "mod" to mean a change or a changed version of something. A gamer might mean a player-made add-on. A manager might mean a slight adjustment to a plan.

## What a model may hear
- modulo operator (programming and mathematics): wraps numbers around a divisor, so 7 mod 3 equals 1; a model may compute remainders or cycle through indices
- module system (software engineering): expects files or packages that export functions; a model may suggest splitting code into modules or using import statements
- moderator role (forums and online communities): checks permissions to delete posts or ban users; a model may write access-control rules or moderation bots
- modification operation (databases and version control): applies a patch or alter command; a model may generate SQL ALTER statements or diff-based updates

## Where people and models part ways
- Says: "I need a mod for this spreadsheet"
  Means: I want a custom template or adjusted formula
  May be taken as: The model writes a Python module file or imports numpy
  Say instead: "I want a custom template with adjusted formulas for this spreadsheet"
- Says: "Can you mod the schedule?"
  Means: Can you tweak the times slightly?
  May be taken as: The model builds a modular scheduling system with pluggable components
  Say instead: "Can you shift a few times in the schedule by small amounts?"
- Says: "Add a mod to the game"
  Means: Add a fan-made content pack
  May be taken as: The model implements a modulo-based game mechanic or modular architecture
  Say instead: "Add a fan-made content pack to the game"
- Says: "Make me a mod"
  Means: Give me moderator powers
  May be taken as: The model writes a module definition in code
  Say instead: "Set up moderator permissions for my account"

## Tips
- Say 'modulo' or 'remainder' for the math operation, not 'mod' alone
- Say 'content pack' or 'add-on' for game mods unless you want code architecture
- Say 'tweak' or 'adjust' for small changes to avoid modular system designs
- Specify the platform when asking about moderation tools
- Use 'module' for code files to separate it from casual 'mod'

## Often confused with
- mode: a way or setting something operates, not a change to it
- module: a self-contained code unit, not a modification
- modulo: the mathematical operation specifically, not casual changes
- moderator: a person with authority, not a code component
- modification: the full formal word, less likely to trigger code senses
- remodel: rebuilding structure, not adding to existing software