Software, Fitness, and Gaming – Jesse Warden

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  • 1 vs Many, Mediator vs Presenter, 30 mins – JXLTV – Episode #1

    
			
			
			
			
				JXL TV Episode 1

    Jesse talks about 1 class vs. many classes, the Mediator vs. Presenter pattern contest on Twitter, & the 30 minutes a day tactic.

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  • Flash and the City Speaker Video: Kill the Yellow Box

    We were told to create a promotional video for Flash and the City, a Flash & Flex conference up in New York May 14th – 16th. The criteria was to talk about what we were excited about. …Dude, a bunch of high profile speakers talking about both Flash and Flex in Manhattan… what do the attendee’s REALLY need to know beyond they need to go?

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  • What My 2 Year Old Taught Me About Software

    “Ravi Olee”.

    “You want ‘ravioli’?”

    “Ah kay.”

    My toddler wanted ravioli, but didn’t exactly say it. I knew what she meant. I fix it, and she eats 80% of it.

    Client says, “I want a video player like Viddler has. The comment feature is a way to ask questions.”

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  • Consulting Chronicles #2: Fixing a Pile of Rubbish – Part 3

    The following covers the balance between getting things done and playing politics.

    Preface

    I attempt to expose the harsh realities playing the politics game entails, as well as dodging it.  It may come off as disgusting in some parts.  I agree.  However, if you have strong character, good ethics, and are an honest person, you’ll be fine.  Whether you like it or not, in consulting you have to play some politics to ensure you’re actually allowed to code and do your job.  Think of it as a necessary evil, or a human game of chess; whatever works for you.

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