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Category Archives: Programming
Not So Random Image Rotation in PHP (…for HTML) – The Sequel
A long time ago, I wrote code to randomly rotate images, and submitted to SitePoint, and they published it. I … Continue reading
Why is Software so Complicated? Part 5 – YOU!
An article appeared awhile back quoting Nathan Myhrvold, the former Chief Technology Office for Microsoft. Nathan has been involved with … Continue reading
Why is Software so Complicated? Part 4 – Impatience
Every one reading these words has no doubt worried over a problem or two until the answer has become clear. … Continue reading
Why Is Software So Complicated? Part 3 – Legacy Software
Few programs emerge full-grown and ready to take on the world. It’s a standing joke in the industry to never … Continue reading
Why Is Software So Complicated? Part 2 – The Need For Sales
Despite the way the industry may look at times, software is big business. And businesses need cash flow. For example, … Continue reading
Why is Software so Complicated? Part 1 – Featuritis
a taste of older writings… Continue reading
Better ASSERTions In Code (And Borland Builder)
(originally published in The Borland Developer Network) As part of good programming, assertions in your code are a convenient way … Continue reading
Coding Closer to the Metal – Using Borland Builder Without the VCL
(originally published in The Borland Developer Network) Most RAD tool frameworks provide an easy way to work in Windows. Proof … Continue reading
The Path to Simple Text Effects With Builder, Windows API
(originally published in The Borland Developer Network) Paths are a little-used method of creating some very interesting effects in Windows. … Continue reading