Technology & Computing

Coding Reflections

Stuff I learned while working on pianod (and other software projects).

Y2K: Setting The Record Straight

Failing to meet dire predictions does not mean Y2K was nothing, or a plot by software engineers to make money. (4 minutes)

The State of Linux

Linux is not known for ease of use. But faced with Apple's decline, is Linux a viable replacement? (32 minutes)

Mourning the loss of Physical Interfaces

As screens and touch panels appear on everything from cars to fridges, I find my myself longing for knobs and switches. (9 minutes)

Dear App Developers

Instead of being awkward-to-use hodgepodges of features, Apps should focus on one thing, and do it well. (5 minutes)

Data Storage Thoughts

Thoughts on storing, backups, archiving, and retrieving data. (16 minutes)

Moving to Android

Impressions of Android as I transition off iOS. (10 minutes)