Published 3 years ago, in Blog, Mac OS X, Technology
Yup, an official release of OpenOffice from Sun version 3.0 has arrived! I’ve just downloaded it, and gave Writer (the Word-type app) a little whirl. The interface seems a little sluggish on the Mac, with several menus and actions taking quite some time to execute when you first click them (after you’ve used it once, it’s fast enough). Even with those little faults, hey, I’m not complaining, it’s free, open source and it’s still faster than Microsoft Word on my OS X system. OpenOffice should be fine for my slim office suite needs. Give it a download and share your experiences!
Published 3 years ago, in Blog, Technology, Web
Note-taking is probably one of the most important things creative people can do to find new ideas, explore fantasies, and even getting out of those annoying creative blocks. Or, if you’re like me, just plain remember stuff. I can’t even tell you how many times someone told me something really important, made me commit to memory, only to find I had forgotten all about it an hour later. (…) more after the jump ›
Published 3 years ago, in Blog, Technology, Web
There is a great tutorial over at NETTUTS on how to build a lifestream using the hip fresh SweetCron software. A lifestream essentially keeps track of everything you post at Flickr, Twitter, etc. and brings it all together in a nice, fully customizable website. Something to try out for the future of this site, maybe. For now, be sure to check the tutorial!
Published 3 years ago, in Blog, Technology, Web
I just found out that registry has opened for SAPO Codebits 2008! This will be this event’s second edition, and it consists of three whole days of pure programming and web development heaven, happening November 13 to 15. Oh yeah, and last year there was pizza. Lots of pizza. Register now, and don’t forget to spread the word! Me? I am so there.
