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Jenna Tollerson
Does anyone know what Facebook module Brazen Careerist is using? Is it a contrib module from Drupal.org or something homegrown? (Apologies if this has been answered previously).
78 weeks ago from Drupal
Jenna Tollerson:
Thanks for the info! That is a great writeup. I asked because I have used Facebook Connect in a project and found it to be clunkier than I ...MoreThanks for the info! That is a great writeup. I asked because I have used Facebook Connect in a project and found it to be clunkier than I expected. The secret sauce must really be in the custom code. Brazen is such a great example of what can be done with Drupal!
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
Apurv:
hi blake! i like this comment box that you guys have made...
in which we can comment through 3 famous websites just through thr checkbox!!!
Was ...Morehi blake! i like this comment box that you guys have made...
in which we can comment through 3 famous websites just through thr checkbox!!!
Was wondering.. is that any customized module or some piece of code
56 weeks ago
in which we can comment through 3 famous websites just through thr checkbox!!!
Was ...Morehi blake! i like this comment box that you guys have made...
in which we can comment through 3 famous websites just through thr checkbox!!!
Was wondering.. is that any customized module or some piece of code
56 weeks ago
TOP IDEA:
blake hall
Drupal 6 -- My contribution - http://www.brazencareerist/2008/02/13/drupal-6-my-contribution
TOP IDEA:
blake hall
Behind the scenes at Brazen Careerist -- Feeds module - http://www.brazencareerist/2010/04/27/behind-the-scenes-at-brazen-career...
blake hall
At the #brazen meetup early... It's another gorgeous day in Madison (@ Genna's Lounge) http://4sq.com/6gUdFG
77 weeks ago from
blake hall
Cleaned out my cubical this afternoon. Exciting things ahead, but I'm definitely going to miss working with my friends at #brazen...
77 weeks ago from
TOP IDEA:
blake hall
During league on Monday I got a hole in one! It was on the 134 yard 16th hole, using a PW.
Anyone else have a hole in one?
78 weeks ago from Golf
Paul Horan:
No holes-in-one, but I did card a double-eagle once. Sank my second shot on a par-5, from about 258 yards away with a 3 wood...
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
Kat Argonza
Barefoot running, anyone ever tried it? I bought the Vibram five finger shoe and I've loved it! I had knee surgery a year ago, and I've been troubled with knee pain (it's all in my head, really) when I run. After training in these shoes, I've noticed my calves developing and no joint pain.
81 weeks ago from Fit Freaks
Eric Sforza:
The problem with shoes now are that they are too advanced. Shoes that are too cushioned and correct for over/under pronation actually make the ...MoreThe problem with shoes now are that they are too advanced. Shoes that are too cushioned and correct for over/under pronation actually make the stabilizer muscles even weaker. Bigger cushioned shoes also allow for poor running technique - this causes over-striding and heel crashing (landing on our heels instead of the ball of the foot).
Dont have to go crazy on buying expensive footwear - just get a pair that has a thin sole (i like Onitsuka's) and focus on stepping under your hip when you jog.
78 weeks ago
Dont have to go crazy on buying expensive footwear - just get a pair that has a thin sole (i like Onitsuka's) and focus on stepping under your hip when you jog.
78 weeks ago
Sid:
Planning on purchasing some Vibram FiveFinger KoS's soon. Heard the physical benefits are outstanding!
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
blake hall
Came across an interview with Fred Brooks (of Mythical Man Month fame) on wired this morning.
After reading the interview I'm definitely looking forward to his new book. Any one else intrigued?
http://www.wired.com/magazine/2010/07/ff_fred_brooks/
79 weeks ago from Interactive Design, Web Development and User Experience1 more
blake hall:
I found this quote especially interesting:
"The critical thing about the design process is to identify your scarcest resource. Despite what you ...MoreI found this quote especially interesting:
"The critical thing about the design process is to identify your scarcest resource. Despite what you may think, that very often is not money. For example, in a NASA moon shot, money is abundant but lightness is scarce; every ounce of weight requires tons of material below. On the design of a beach vacation home, the limitation may be your ocean-front footage. You have to make sure your whole team understands what scarce resource you’re optimizing."
Thoughts?
79 weeks ago
"The critical thing about the design process is to identify your scarcest resource. Despite what you ...MoreI found this quote especially interesting:
"The critical thing about the design process is to identify your scarcest resource. Despite what you may think, that very often is not money. For example, in a NASA moon shot, money is abundant but lightness is scarce; every ounce of weight requires tons of material below. On the design of a beach vacation home, the limitation may be your ocean-front footage. You have to make sure your whole team understands what scarce resource you’re optimizing."
Thoughts?
79 weeks ago
79 weeks ago
tom
Myself and three other organizers are putting on Connecticut's first ever Drupal Camp @ Yale Saturday, August 28th, 2010 for more info you can go to http://drupalcampct.org/
80 weeks ago from Drupal
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DougVann:
Man! That's so awesome! I'd love to be there. Crazy thing is that there are numerous events around that time. DrupalCon CPH is right up against ...MoreMan! That's so awesome! I'd love to be there. Crazy thing is that there are numerous events around that time. DrupalCon CPH is right up against that, and DrupalCamp BOONE in NC and DrupalCamp Dallas at OpenCamp is also the same weekend! When I was at DrupalCamp CO 1month ago the Chicago Camp was the same weekend. When I was at DrupalCamp WI last week the NY City Camp was the same weekend!
Whoa!! Who knew that years down the road that we'd have major events stacked on top each other!
I'll be in Dallas speaking at http://openca.mp and the Dallas Camp.
I'm sure your camp will be awesome and I certainly hope I have no conflicts next year!
- DV
80 weeks ago
Whoa!! Who knew that years down the road that we'd have major events stacked on top each other!
I'll be in Dallas speaking at http://openca.mp and the Dallas Camp.
I'm sure your camp will be awesome and I certainly hope I have no conflicts next year!
- DV
80 weeks ago
tom:
Thanks!
Yeah there's just so much going on with Drupal now. We're actually considering one in January next. Have a great time in Dallas and maybe ...MoreThanks!
Yeah there's just so much going on with Drupal now. We're actually considering one in January next. Have a great time in Dallas and maybe we will see you the next time.
79 weeks ago
Yeah there's just so much going on with Drupal now. We're actually considering one in January next. Have a great time in Dallas and maybe ...MoreThanks!
Yeah there's just so much going on with Drupal now. We're actually considering one in January next. Have a great time in Dallas and maybe we will see you the next time.
79 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
Great article from Tech Crunch on Wisconsin Start-Ups. The author specifically talks about Madison based start-ups. We're definitely an up and coming hub for entrepreneurship, but do you guys think Madison will ever be able to compete with some of the other up and comers like Boulder, Austin and Chicago when it comes to tech start ups specifically? http://techcrunch.com/2010/07/24/wisconsin-land-of-beer-cheese-and-start...
80 weeks ago from Madison MAGNET, The Madtown Crew, Entrepreneurs, Shotgun Startups and Upstarts!3 more
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David Kassa:
As enticing to live as where? Have you visited? Everything but the weather is great and you cant argue with a < 20 minute commute.
80 weeks ago
80 weeks ago
Jamie Nacht Farrell:
The weather is great?!?!?! I'm spoiled as I've grown up on the beach in South FL and I've worked with numerous start ups aiding in hiring. ...MoreThe weather is great?!?!?! I'm spoiled as I've grown up on the beach in South FL and I've worked with numerous start ups aiding in hiring. People are far more likely to move to California, FL, and TX than anywhere else based on just the weather factor. Certainly, I can see young folks moving there for a few years, but...I definitely would not use the locale as a 'selling point'. Especially when the other big 'locales' for start ups (in my opinion) offer more in terms of not just weather, but culture and future connections. In NY, you have every museum, Broadway, free concerts with huge stars, etc. On the downside (personally), it's a bit busy for me...but FL and CA - perfect weather year round and on the beach...I believe that's enticing. What I DO think Madison, Boulder, and Austin do have a HUGE advantage is that they are "college towns", so there is a lot of entrepreneurial and ambitious talent.
80 weeks ago
80 weeks ago
Jenn Jackson
I recently signed up for the Eat Local Challenge that the Willy Street Coop is coordinating. They are providing participants with great coupons, recipes and resources. The challenge runs from 8/15-9/15 and has several options for different levels of commitment to eating local. It's free!
http://www.willystreet.coop/eat_local_challenge_pledge
My biggest challenges are avocados and citrus, any suggestions for substitutions? I've been playing around with seaberries to get the citrus zing.
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Ryan Paugh
Anybody check out Graze yet for lunch or dinner? I highly recommend it. The food was great and easy to share w/ a small group. Think Wisconsin Tapas. The best part is that it was really cheap! The only downfall in my opinion is that they needed a bigger tap list. Especially if they're going to market themselves as a gastropub.
80 weeks ago from The Madtown Crew, Madison Foodies and Madison MAGNET1 more
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peter yaworski
Hi all,
I'd love some input - I've been working with Drupal but mainly with themeing however i'd like to get into development. Anyone have a recommendation for good PHP resources/tutorials - I think videos would be best... Thanks!
Ash Matadeen:
I've been working on my PHP skills recently too. SitePoint.com has recently run a PHP Live course which comes in the form of video tutorials and ...MoreI've been working on my PHP skills recently too. SitePoint.com has recently run a PHP Live course which comes in the form of video tutorials and articles, with assignments/challenges. I've learnt quite a lot from it so far. They also publish the book PHP and MySQL on which the course is mostly based.
http://www.sitepoint.com/books/phpmysql4/?historicredirect=phpmysql1
http://courses.sitepoint.com/php-live
81 weeks ago
http://www.sitepoint.com/books/phpmysql4/?historicredirect=phpmysql1
http://courses.sitepoint.com/php-live
81 weeks ago
peter yaworski:
great resources, thanks for all the tips! - i definitely didn't know about the drupal network on brazen...
81 weeks ago
81 weeks ago
blake hall
#brazen meetup... if you're nearby come hang out (@ Atomic Koi w/ @paughginney) http://4sq.com/cYd6RG
82 weeks ago from
Lindsay Wyskowski
I feel like I can't add my blog feed correctly. I can't get it to simply show the title of a blog post or any text. Also, when you click on the link, it takes you to my blog page, not a page on BC's site. The posts all have a link that starts with "http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ ..." Please advise because I'm not sure how to change that!
blake hall:
Hi Lindsay, I'm not sure what the specific problem you're having is. It looks like your blog posts are coming in correctly (on MoreHi Lindsay, I'm not sure what the specific problem you're having is. It looks like your blog posts are coming in correctly (on http://www.brazencareerist.com/profile/lindsay-wyskowski/activity). The feedproxy link is coming from your blog feed itself. I'm not familiar enough with blogspot to know if there's an option to change that.
82 weeks ago
82 weeks ago
Laura Benson-Hadley
Hi, everyone. I'm looking for some advice about networking in Milwaukee. One Brazen suggested FUEL, which I'm looking into. Does anyone else have any ideas for networking, either online or (even more helpfully) in person? How about local job fairs?
THANK YOU!!!
Sarah Hofmann:
Big Shoes Network is a great place to look for Marketing jobs. They are very active on Twitter.
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
Ed Barrientos
Spain just beat Germany in the semi-finals! Any bets on who will win the cup? Spain or Holland?
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Ryan Paugh
Are you making some time during the 4th of July weekend to relax? Catch up with family and friends? Not work? The 4th is always that time during the summer when I realize that I've been moving too fast and I need to slow down. Go outside and enjoy yourself this weekend. Hang out with the people that are important to you. The work will still be there next week.
Happy 4th of July!
83 weeks ago from Productivity & Time-Management, Work/Life Blur and Work-Family Balance1 more
Julie Allemagne, Lois Wilson and blake hall recommended this
Christina:
so very true! growing up that was my mom's favorite saying...the mess will always be there tomorrow but my kids will grow up fast...spending time ...Moreso very true! growing up that was my mom's favorite saying...the mess will always be there tomorrow but my kids will grow up fast...spending time with her came first! I loved it and think everyone should realize that work will always be there, those that are important to you may not.
83 weeks ago
83 weeks ago
Ryan Paugh
What are you guys watching on TV now that LOST is over? I've been watching a lot of Reality TV actually. My new guilty pleasure is Billy The Exterminator. No joke. I love this show. I think it's because he loves his job so much and I love seeing that. What's your guilty pleasure?
Ryan Stephens:
For those who enjoyed LOST I can recommend: Dexter, Mad Men, The Wire, Friday Night Lights, and to a lesser extent Fringe and Justified.
85 weeks ago
85 weeks ago
blake hall
Golf league is finally getting into swing, and I've got two tournaments coming up over the next month. I'm much more consistent this year, but really struggling to score well (especially < 100 yds and in).
How's everyone's game doing?
87 weeks ago from Golf
Ryan Healy recommended this
Troy Vollenweider:
My game is not bad at the moment but I still need to be more consistent. My score cards always have 10 good holes and 8 that bad news. I'm ...MoreMy game is not bad at the moment but I still need to be more consistent. My score cards always have 10 good holes and 8 that bad news. I'm working at it - got a golf weekend in a month with some old friends so I got to get the scores moving in the right direction...
86 weeks ago
86 weeks ago
Ryan Adverderada:
doing a whole lot better. I'm now hitting the mid 80's regularly and have come close to breaking into the 70's! the driver is still a bit ...Moredoing a whole lot better. I'm now hitting the mid 80's regularly and have come close to breaking into the 70's! the driver is still a bit inconsistent but the short game is really coming along
85 weeks ago
85 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
Looks like Groupon just came to Madison. The first promotion is at Bradbury's, they need 20 people to sign up to make it happen. Check it out if you're interested!
87 weeks ago from The Madtown Crew, Madison MAGNET and Wisconsin Badgers1 more
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Ryan Koechel:
We (Fontana Sports) are putting together a groupon offer for the area that you should see real soon; keep your eyes out!
87 weeks ago
87 weeks ago
blake hall
In case you're interested in our new feed infrastructure, here's Ryan's blog post announcing the feature:
http://blog.brazencareerist.com/2010/04/27/share-even-more-ideas-introdu...
and here's a bit more about the drupal specific tech back end:
http://blakehall.org/2010/04/27/behind-the-scenes-at-brazen-careerist
93 weeks ago from Drupal
Ryan Paugh
4 more episodes left...I'm freaking out a little bit. Let's take a poll. Who is everyone's #1 pick for the candidate that will be replacing Jacob? I'm picking Sawyer. His life in the alternate timeline doesn't seem any happier...Maybe he'll be the one to stay behind and "protect" the island. What's your pick?
93 weeks ago from LOST Fans
Tom Graber:
Jack. Now wait..Hurley. Actually Hurly makes sense. Then again Desmond... oh, I have no clue
93 weeks ago
93 weeks ago
Jennifer Koren:
From the last episode I thought it was Jack and have continue to think that only because of his willingness to give in to what the island so much. ...MoreFrom the last episode I thought it was Jack and have continue to think that only because of his willingness to give in to what the island so much. I don't think it's Desmond though. I think he has another purpose there that I haven't quite figured out but I don't think he's the candidate.
I agree w/ @Daniel and @Ryan that at the end of the series it's going to be Jack & Locke...what a great ending!
92 weeks ago
I agree w/ @Daniel and @Ryan that at the end of the series it's going to be Jack & Locke...what a great ending!
92 weeks ago
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