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New Travel Destinations, Photos, and a Bash Script
I Posted a new destination and some photos up in the travel section. I dug an old bash script out of the toolbox to resize some of the photos I needed to upload, and rather than simply toss it back in, I decided to post it in the Articles section for anyone interested. Click here to check it out.
Class Method Chaining, Chainable Interfaces
I added a couple of new tutorials dealing with Class Method Chaining. If you are unfamiliar with the concept, check out this tutorial. Once you have mastered that, check out the Chainable Interface Tutorial for some more Chaining tactics.
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PHP 5.3: Variable Static Methods and Namespaces
Version 5.3 has been out a little over two months, so it's nigh time I dug into into it! It's surprising that I've waited this long to get around to installing it, as it contains some tidbits that I have been eagerly awaiting since talk about PHP 6 began a couple years ago. In addition to the usual bug fixes, this version includes support for two features of particular interest to me: namespaces and variable static method calls. [Read Full Article]
Books, twitter-bot, and other news.
After about five months of blasting my Twitter account with automated nonsensical garbage, I've decided to take down the BabbleBot and actually start using Twitter for it's intended purpose: non-automated nonsensical garbage! Several people have asked me about BabbleBot's inner workings, so I have placed his source code up in the Spiders/Bots section. Also, I've added a new book,Professional PHP Design Patterns to the Suggested Reading section, so check that out. Also, if you'd like to get acquainted with a local (Las Vegas) UX Designer, head on over to Tim Davis' swag247.com. Tim is one of the best Front End/UX designers I have had the privilege of working with on several projects, past and present.
Google Linux Special Search
I Google a lot. Just like millions of others, my short road to a quick answer on most any topic begins with the click of a browser icon, and the typing of a query into the search box. With the press of the search button, I am fractions of a second from enlightenment, as pages of answers splash across my screen. Read Full Article
Grand Canyon Pictures
I finally put up the pictures from our Grand Canyon trip back in June! To check them out Click Here or choose the Travel link in the main menu. I also updated the Portfolio/Projects section with some stuff I've been working on lately.
Added Part Two of the MVC Framework Tutorial: Libraries and Drivers.
I just put the finishing touches on Part Two (click to view) of the multi-part MVC Framework tutorial. In Part One of the tutorial, you laid the foundation for the framework in under an hour. In part two, you extend upon it by adding libraries and drivers.
Added Travel Section
I added a travel section to the main menu. I don't do a lot of meandering about the world, but when I do, this is where I will talk about it! Click Here or choose the Travel link in the main menu.
Build a PHP MVC Framework in One Hour.
Just added a new tutorial to demonstrate how to build a simple PHP MVC Framework. Click here to check it out!. A nice introduction for those looking to take a crack at writing their own PHP framework from scratch. Complete source download available in .zip and .tar.gz formats. This is the 1st in a multi-tutorial series to be released over the next month.
Music Added
I added links to some of my songs that are part of an ongoing project, the Meteor Wind Collection. Two songs are currently available for download here. You can also listen to them at mp3.com
Snow in Las Vegas!
Record snowfall in Las Vegas! I live and work in Henderson, Nevada, which is LV's neighbor...It started snowing around noon today and just kept going! Check out the pictures here!
Python & Python Classes
I've been spending the past several weeks delving into Python, and as a result have created a new website, pyClass.org. If you're looking for Python classes or have some to share with the world, head on over and check it out! It is currently in beta mode with more features on the horizon.
Frameworks & Templates
I am currently playing with a hybrid of the Kohana PHP framework and the Smarty Template Engine as part of an ongoing desire to bury myself in new projects. As I am now using Ubuntu Linux as my sole operating system for both home and work, I am looking for even more ways to streamline my productivity.
Updated About Me Section
Updated About Me Section with a quick bio.
Added Spiders/Bots Section
Added information about some of the bots and spiders I employ. Check it out by clicking the link in the main menu.
Added Tutorials Section
Posted links to tutorials section, with updates to the color picker OOP PHP class tutorial
Portfolio & Current Projects
Added some links in the Portfolio and Current Projects sections of the website. Check out some of what keeps me busy! Addtional content coming soon in these sections.
Upgrading Website
The site is currently undergoing rennovation. You'll be seeing a lot of "Lorem Ipsum" content as I spec out regions and page layouts. Check back for updates and more content to come.