A Little About Me

I've been writing software for over 25 years now in a variety of languages. My experience runs the gamut but is mostly rooted in UNIX-based platforms. More recently, I've taken up implementing websites using modern CMS systems such as WordPress and Drupal. I write plugins, style extensively with CSS, and fix bugs. My personal interests include photography, competitive swimming, agility training, and of course -- my dog!

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My skill set is strong and I'm always looking for a new challenge. I love to solve problems and am often called in to get projects back on track. Contact me and let's talk!

Kindle + Library Lending = LOVE!

04.20.11

For Christmas, Santa brought my daughter a Kindle 3G +Wi-Fi. It’s a wonderful e-reader that has suited her needs (and mine as well) better than a tablet or similar product could. The only drawback has been that she can’t checkout any eBooks from the local library. Well hold onto your hats — Amazon has announced a partnership with Overdrive that will produce Kindle support for library lending later this year. Woohoo!

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How Much Does Your Mail Package Reveal About You?

04.11.11

This question really relates to privacy. Those who harvest and sell email addresses know that if they can confirm there is a “live body” on the other end of an email address, those email addresses are more valuable. Now we all know to never open an attachment when we don’t know the sender or are suspicious of the message. Seems like that should keep you safe, right? WRONG! Just this past weekend I came to discover that while some of the techniques I employ will generally safeguard my privacy, there were still more tricks being deployed in the wild that leave me vulnerable.

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Drupal vs. Wordpress

03.29.11

I know there have been quite a few reviews on the debate of Drupal versus WordPress but I feel I’ve got to put in my 2 cents worth. For those who are looking for a clear cut answer one way or the other, you might want to keep looking as you won’t find that answer here. What you will find are my thoughts on each and experiences with both platforms. You’ll also find out why I continue to use both but make a decision founded in what the expectations for the website.

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