Posted by ubergeeke on May 27th, 2008 in blogpost
There will be more information about basic and introductory Python in coming weeks, but for now, I’ve got a little tidbit for those of you *already* using this language.
I stumbled across the Scientific Tools for Python site, and am really curious to learn about its various applications. I’m particularly interested in the Electromagnetics packages (ooh, […]
Posted by ubergeeke on May 26th, 2008 in blogpost
For folks lucky enough to live in the Pacific Northwest of the U.S., mark your calendars for Saturday, June 7th, 2008: it’s time for the Olympia Comics Festival!
I promised the folks at Danger Room Comics when I ran into one of their folks at Stumptown this year that I’d give a shout-out for this event. […]
Posted by ubergeeke on May 26th, 2008 in blogpost
A couple of weeks ago, I got some feedback suggesting that I include some home fix-it info on this site. Now, I could read a few manuals and try to piece together something that would be only moderately helpful, or I could point you to a site where someone already has the answers. How about […]
Posted by ubergeeke on May 25th, 2008 in blogpost
Fear not, kindred users of Linux. I have not abandoned the faith!
Recently, I threw down the gauntlet to other computer geeks: if you’re looking to learn something new, try a new operating system. To make sure I’m not a poser, I’m taking up my own challenge. I’ve always felt that it was more important for […]
Posted by ubergeeke on May 24th, 2008 in blogpost
A couple of days ago, I mentioned the inductees to the CQ Hall of Fame. For folks who are interested in learning more about ham radio, of perhaps getting involved, here are a few places you should check out first.
Wikipedia. Before you start looking at some of the sites below, check out this entry to […]
Posted by ubergeeke on May 23rd, 2008 in blogpost
Perhaps I should be more clear: the June 2008 issue of Maximum PC doesn’t suck.
I’ve stayed away from Maximum PC and Computer Power User (CPU) for awhile now because they have historically been such advert rags. Look, I’m not naive - I know these guys exist to make ad money and to do what they […]