The Web Developer’s Resume: Constructing a Projects List
If you’re a developer, the best way to showcase your experience is with a projects list. It’s so easy, you’ll wonder why you haven’t done it before.
Ask Your Kids About the Internet
Braun Consulting says that by 2015, the numbers of workers 55 years of age and older will be 20% of the labor force. That means 80% will be between the ages of 18 and 55. In 1976, when these people were 18, there wasn’t any “internet.” Arpanet didn’t even come around until 1982 — the [...]
White Papers: Fact or Fiction
White papers are not supposed to be marketing tools. Yes, they can help sell. White papers are intended to be an expert’s thesis concerning the topic of the white paper.
My Inner Nerd is a Little Sad
A short bit about my recent service and server migrations.
Dear Kubuntu: I’m Leaving You for Another Distro
My Dear John letter to Kubuntu.
My Dell Laptop is Trying to Sell Me a New Battery
In an unexpected twist, my Dell Vostro 1700 laptop is trying to sell me a replacement battery. For itself.
You’ll Have to Excuse the CAPTCHA, the Maid Has the Week Off
I hated to have to do it, but I’m now getting over a hundred spam comments a day that I have to sift through so that I don’t miss legitimate comments from you guys. It has simply become too much for me to handle. So, please forgive the inconvenience and keep the comments coming. Thanks.
Re-Enter My Email Address… Why?
Before you ask me to re-enter my email address you’ve got to ask yourself one question: ‘Do I feel lucky?’. Here’s why, and what you can do instead.
A Free Idea for the Folks at Pandora
I would like to see Pandora integrated with a lyrics engine. Most people are probably going to think of some link in the user interface where they can click it and see the lyrics for the song. Not me. I want something much bigger. I want the ability to exclude a song based on a [...]
They Call it ‘Repacking a Heavy Bag’ for a Reason
I own an 80lb heavy bag that I use for exercise. I got it used, and just hung it up and began banging away. I love the workout, and the stress relief helps as well. About a year has gone by, and the filling has begun to settle even more. It was to the point [...]