The Rails Maturity Model (RMM) – Who will be the Gatekeeper?
I debated a bit about writing a blog post about Obie?s idea for a Rails Maturity Model (RMM) but in the end decided to post my opinions and general thoughts. I didn?t want to come across as just a gripe about it but a little bit more level-headed.
Reminder: Write For Those Who You Want to Influence
A recent post by Dave Winer over on Scripting News about how he made $2 Million Dollars with his blog has really gotten me thinking. Dave has always stood his ground that he does not put advertising on his blog, so how could he possibly make that sort of money?...
I Need to Stop Volunteering
I have a really bad habit, I have friends and organizations who need help and I volunteer to help but hardly ever follow through. As a web developer I have friends or acquaintances who are in need of a web site or a ?little bit? of web work and they...
Figuring Out What’s Important
I have had this post in my head and partially written on this blog for quite sometime, I updated it but never finished it. I decided I needed to get my thoughts out, especially after the recent post by Tim O?Reilly titled, Work on Stuff that Matters: First Principles. The...
Interview with Rails for .NET Developers Authors Up on InfoQ
My role as Ruby Editor with InfoQ gives me the opportunity to learn about really new technologies and more importantly to meet some really cool people.
The Rise and Fall of Computer Magazines
I used to subscribe to a lot of different computer-related magazines over the years but I realize now I still receive very few in the mail. Why so few? It?s pretty simple to me, usually the information in the magazines is outdated by the time I get it. I get...
Outsourcing Not All Its Made Out to Be
This is some of the best news I have seen in a very long time, from Obie Fernandez?s blog:
Wanted: Small or Short-Term Rails Gigs
So, the title says it all. Right now I am finishing up my latest long-term project and I will have some time for some small projects. I am willing to work direct or possibly with other Rails consultants or consulting shops who want to bring someone in for a couple...
Nice Ruby on Rails Tutorial List
I found out about a really good list of Ruby and Ruby on Rails tutorials for those just starting out or looking to brush up on their Ruby from eConsultant: