I’ve been programming in Perl since the late 1990’s. It’s not the only language I program in, but I’ve always thought of it as an important tool in my toolbox. It’s a rock solid language, that works as both a procedural language as well as an object oriented language. What also makes Perl so awesome […]
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Why I don’t use Apple Products
I think the IPhone, the IPad, the ITouch and the Mac are very well designed products. They work great, and they have an elegant design that is revolutionary. Apple has undoubtedly changed the user interface and as a result, the user experience with technology. All these things are wonderful, but I won’t use their products […]
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‘Twas the night before Christmas – Programmer edition
‘Twas the night before implementation and all through the house, Not a program was working not even a browse. The programmers hung by their tubes in despair, with hopes that a miracle would soon be there. The users were nestled all sung in their beds, while visions of inquiries danced in their heads. When out […]
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a great list for programmer movies:Â http://pileofturtles.com/2010/12/the-best-movies-for-programmers/
Continue ReadingBilling in IT.
Perhaps because I’m in the industry, I’m sensitive to this, but billing for IT projects is ALWAYS an issue. I can’t tell you how many people try to get free work out of IT professionals and act like they are doing them a favor. Check out these examples: IT Support and Development (Programmer) – Internship […]
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Meditation
Picture yourself near a stream. Birds are softly chirping in the crisp cool mountain air. Nothing can bother you here. No one knows this secret place. You are in total seclusion from that place called “the world.” The soothing sound of a gentle waterfall fills the air with a cascade of serenity. The water is […]
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More Talking Dog Jokes
Three racehorses were in the stable waiting for the big race. Trying to psych each other out, they began bragging. First horse, ‘I’ve been in 38 races and have only lost twice.’ Second horse, ‘Well, I’ve been in 47 races and have never lost.’ Third horse, ‘Huh, I’ve never lost either and I even beat […]
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Kenny Scharf
I’ve been getting into the Brooklyn Artist: Kenny Scharf. He recently finished this piece for the Hole Gallery: see some of his distinctive style here
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