How to become the best developer possible
I’ve seen this question too many times on Quora.com. It is admirable to strive to be the absolute best that you can be. However, you have to be “good” before you can become “The Best!”.
New Hampshire parent arrested at school board meeting
A Gilford parent was arrested Monday; the charge—Disorderly Conduct. This did not happen in a public venue involving alcohol or a political celebrity headlined event. It happened at a Gilford school board meeting. We entrust our public schools with the well being of our children daily so there is nothing to worry about—most of the…
What makes Developers happy?
Managers that do not micromanage Meetings that are relevant to us and not a waste of time Challenging projects Performance graded by efficiency versus line count Properly set deadlines The least amount of political hoops we have to jump through Team members with applicable knowledge This list plus a coffee pot and I’m sold.
What should a soon-to-be father expect in the first few weeks?
Guess what? You’re now a father! No matter how many hollywood flicks you’ve seen where the Dad is screaming “Push Push!”, it is all BS!. It’s one of the most surreal moments of your life. Everything is happening so fast and your mind doesn’t catch up till much later. I tried the whole “Push Baby!…
Pro tip for the day on typing
I see many individuals typing on the keyboard like they’re poking something to see if it is dead. If you happen to be one of these individuals then have no fear! Today is your day of salvation. Here is a simple trick to turn you into a speed demon. Are you ready? Step 1: Think…
Unpopular Opinions
We live in an age where “unpopular opinions” can come back to haunt you years later. Words, in the professional world, seem to be more detrimental to one’s position than infidelities or drug habits. I do believe that is why more and more people are keeping their mouths shut about their particular beliefs. Well, I’m…
Just Bacon
’nuff said…
The Brunson Theater
A friend of mine’s band has just released a new album titled “We land soon”. The genre of music is difficult to pin down, but the sounds are an original mix and worth the listen. The album: http://www.amazon.com/We-Land-Soon-Brunson-Theater/dp/B00JK0N760/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1397089840&sr=8-16&keywords=brunson+theater
Ready to have your face leak?
This is a Thai insurance commercial. It is a horrible commercial! It makes your face contort in funny ways and punches you right in the feels. Watch at your own peril!
TED talk with Ernesto Sirolli
This truly is one of the more thought provoking TED talks I’ve watched. Ernesto Sirolli is an Italian foreign aid worker that shines a light on the common problems facing foreign aid. In a nutshell, “We know best” isn’t always the case. It is an eye opener and definitely worth checking out http://www.ted.com/talks/ernesto_sirolli_want_to_help_someone_shut_up_and_listen