A developer discusses the pros and cons of using code libraries and frameworks, focusing on JavaScript and CSS, and advises on when to use them.
A technical guide on building a custom ViewEngine for the ASP.NET MVC framework, detailing the process from theory to implementation.
Explains why Twitter is important for businesses, enterprises, power users, and consumers as a communication and feedback tool.
A critique of CSS transitions in WebKit, discussing their cool features but questioning if they blur the line between presentation and behavior.
Discusses the scalability advantages of the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model, using examples like Facebook and Salesforce.
A developer argues that mobile devices should focus on data accessibility and integration with existing services, not replicating full desktop applications.
A comparison of the work culture and required mindset for individuals in large tech corporations versus startups in Silicon Valley.
A tutorial on creating a custom ImageResult class in ASP.NET MVC to dynamically render images directly from controller actions.
A transcribed talk defending dynamic languages, discussing their performance, tools, history, and evolution in software development.
A roundup of web development resources covering CSS line-height, jQuery/JavaScript updates, Silverback testing tool, content audits, and UserVoice feedback platform.
A 2008 article praising Adobe AIR's cross-platform capabilities and potential, lamenting the lack of mainstream applications built for it.
A humorous article detailing IT pranks to encourage a project manager to lock his desktop, including fake icons and email tricks.
An analysis arguing Google's future is at risk if it doesn't focus on its core search and advertising business, instead of diversifying into other products.
A developer shares the process and satisfaction of creating a custom template for their BlogEngine.net blog after 11 months.
A technical guide showing how to get the UNIX timestamp for New Year's Day in MySQL, Excel, and Visual BASIC.
Explains the differences between CSS3's opacity property and RGBA colors, including browser support and inheritance issues.
A Common Lisp library for handling netstrings, now available on GitHub and asdf-installable.
Highlights two new Team Foundation Server projects on CodePlex: TeamReview for in-IDE code reviews and TFS Sticky Buddy for project status tracking.
A user attempts to clean a hard drive with soapy water, but data remains recoverable. The article explains why physical destruction is necessary.
Introduction to a personal IT blog by Chris Bradshaw, focusing on infrastructure, Azure, VMware, and sharing tech knowledge with a humorous tone.
