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Kyle Wahlquist I just launched a new business called Shirt Hack. We are looking for graphic designers/artists to submit work for graphic design tees. The payout is on a generous % of rev share considering the price point for the shirts we are selling. If you are interested, you can find out more at shirthack.com.

38 weeks ago from Hire A Freelancer

Mariusz: This clause: "Because Shirthack receives many submissions, Shirthack cannot be held liable if it reproduces or commissions artwork similar to ...MoreThis clause: "Because Shirthack receives many submissions, Shirthack cannot be held liable if it reproduces or commissions artwork similar to yours but which has come from another source." makes me ponder. It's a nice way to gather lots of ideas without actually having to use them. Is this a standard practice ?
38 weeks ago

Mariusz Back from teaching 3D in India. A sign of job well done - students looking for me for 4h to hand in a bouqet of flowers and say "you're awesome". Great success!

60 weeks ago

Mariusz Back from teaching 3D in India. A sign of job well done - students looking for me for 4h to hand in a bouqet of flowers and say "you're awesome". Great success!

60 weeks ago

Mariusz Hi All. I'd be much obliged for you help :D Could you please fill out this survey about how Poland is viewed by foreigners? Thank you! https://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?surveyID=HHIEIN_1ad8fa6d

67 weeks ago

Julie How do you supplement your income without it taking up too much time and energy to develop your skills and portfolio as a freelancer? Advice?

78 weeks ago

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Clare Herbert: I think it comes down to good time management. I have a few freelance gigs and have a weekly slot when I get all the writing I need to done. It ...MoreI think it comes down to good time management. I have a few freelance gigs and have a weekly slot when I get all the writing I need to done. It ring fences my freelance writing time, and allows me to have a life too. The trick is to not take on too much and to be 100% working when you're working i.e. not checking emails, web surfing etc. Hope this helps.
78 weeks ago

Lindsey Sparks: I'm struggling with this a little bit too. It's not so much the actual freelance work, but balancing that with blogging, reading other blogs, ...MoreI'm struggling with this a little bit too. It's not so much the actual freelance work, but balancing that with blogging, reading other blogs, e-mail, networking, etc. I'm trying to do as much as possible during my lunch break. There's a really nice library with private study rooms and free wifi a block from my office, so I go there and write and do as much as I can during that time. I go in with a list of specific items to accomplish so I don't waste time figuring out what to do. That's helping a lot. I think I may try the same thing at home. Set an hour time limit and sit at my desk instead of the couch or comfy chair and do a set amount of activities. Maybe something similar would work for you?
78 weeks ago

Stefanie Kelly I would love some perspective on an issue with a client. He is 43 days overdue on payment for a project. Two weeks ago, he told me that he was waiting for a cheque from his client on this project that was "in the mail". Today, he said his client is still "freeing up the funds" for him and he expects them within two weeks - at which point he will "quickly turn around a check for me". I feel though, that as my contract was with him this is irrelevent and he should still pay me on time. Thoughts?

80 weeks ago

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khalsaken: Stefanie, managing receivables is one of the key challenges of being a freelancer/independent. As a consultant, on top of an initial deposit, I ...MoreStefanie, managing receivables is one of the key challenges of being a freelancer/independent. As a consultant, on top of an initial deposit, I always use "milestones" to get paid. Specifically, this means including verbiage in the agreement/contract that you will get paid upon successful completion/submission of deliverables. Additionally, a "window" of payment terms would include Net30 (within 30 days) as an example. If the client delays the payment, a periodic (daily/weekly) surcharge is then applied to the total billing. I realize this may not help you now. But it may be handy for future projects.
80 weeks ago

Stefanie Kelly: Thanks everyone for all of your insight. I can tend towards being a pushover sometimes and having the benefit of this outside perspective ...MoreThanks everyone for all of your insight. I can tend towards being a pushover sometimes and having the benefit of this outside perspective definitely helped in giving me the confidence to push back with this delinquent client. I will definitely also be making use of all of the advice as to how many of you have handled contracts to avoid situations like this in the future. So far, I have received the 50% of the balance owing I requested from this client - time will tell how responsive he is at living up to the other half of the agreement. Again - thanks!
79 weeks ago

Mariusz damn, do you also find Drupal so difficult to upload ? I've tried 3 different hostings, Drupal was giving me hassle with all of them. highly disheartening

85 weeks ago from Drupal

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Arjan: Usually you don't need super privileges on your MySQL database with Drupal. A quick search for "MySQL #1227" suggests it may be related, for ...MoreUsually you don't need super privileges on your MySQL database with Drupal. A quick search for "MySQL #1227" suggests it may be related, for example, to a phpMyAdmin setting (not using localhost, blocked IP etc).
In general using the mysql prompt over SSH is more stable than phpMyAdmin - you need some command line skills (and a hosting provider that offers SSH access).
I've also experienced that the Backup & Migrate module may perform better than PMA - it succeeded at importing a large database where PMA failed every time.
84 weeks ago

Steve Hanson: Drupal shouldn't be any harder than any other PHP application with a database -- and a lot of hosting companies (including mine) have one-click ...MoreDrupal shouldn't be any harder than any other PHP application with a database -- and a lot of hosting companies (including mine) have one-click drupal installs -- usually our Drupal customers are up within 10 minutes.
84 weeks ago

Arjan How do you convince an anti-opensource PHP programmer of the value of an opensource platform like Drupal? I myself am more of a front-end Drupal developer (basic PHP knowledge). I'm well aware of the many advantages such as secure, tested code, APIs, and of course the many readily available features of core and contrib modules. But how could I best steer the discussion in the right direction with someone who knows a lot more about coding? Your thoughts as well as links to blog posts are welcome!

88 weeks ago from Drupal

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Zachary Stark Jones: I just want to say in this thread, after all the hassle I've had with scaling Drupal, all the more of my congratulations to the BC team for their ...MoreI just want to say in this thread, after all the hassle I've had with scaling Drupal, all the more of my congratulations to the BC team for their work to date.
87 weeks ago

Zachary Stark Jones: On the rest of this topic: I've most often used Drupal as a front-end for CMS and other content development, then did heavier lifting with other ...MoreOn the rest of this topic: I've most often used Drupal as a front-end for CMS and other content development, then did heavier lifting with other back-end technologies like RoR. I found that Drupal's hooking infrastructure was too cumbersome for increasingly elaborate web app needs (that fall outside of the Drupal idiom).

RecoveryZone.com is a patient-therapist web app with some complex needs, but I don't think it's publicly viewable yet for evaluation. Lockerz.com was build on D6 for the longest time, though the were getting killed by the load times once they crossed 250,000 members, even with 40 or 50 servers.

The real things you can bid Drupal upon are security, standards, CMS. The learning curve for coding Drupal idiomatically is said to be rather more like a cliff. I would look closely at whether it's better to use Drupal or RoR.
87 weeks ago

Mariusz here's a design horror story for you :) I've just pulled out of a web project, where the content was to be added as an afterthought. Not some minor feature or functionality - content ! Apart from nonsense like delivering visuals within 7 days from the beginning of the project (not identifying requirements, target audience, functionality, purpose, platform, developing a prototype or wireframe), not having the content to put and not even knowing what this content is supposed to be.

88 weeks ago from Web Development

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Mariusz: ... if i could become your fan twice, i would :P good advice, thanks.
i've got a pretty decent contract; i feel quite nicely covered by it :) i ...More... if i could become your fan twice, i would :P good advice, thanks.
i've got a pretty decent contract; i feel quite nicely covered by it :) i think my biggest problem is leniency towards clients - i immediately request content from the beginning of the project, but i don't push them for it, which means some of my projects drag a bit :/ a cool way of explaining the process, this interconnection of items :)
87 weeks ago

Raquel Elle Bell: Great if you need some insight just shoot me an email.
87 weeks ago

Cameron Plommer Continued... I would find them internships to apply for, contact the employer for more information, help them craft a cover letter and resume, email their professors for references, whatever they need really. What do you guys think about this idea? Sound viable or no? I was thinking of just putting up a post in craigslist and see how it goes. Any ideas for charging for the service?

100 weeks ago

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Cameron Plommer: Thanks for all the input everyone. I really think there's something here. Any thoughts on how to charge for this service?
100 weeks ago

Emily Moore: Hey Cameron,

Being a current intern (for the second time in DC) I definitely think that there is a market, but it is going to take a lot of ...MoreHey Cameron,

Being a current intern (for the second time in DC) I definitely think that there is a market, but it is going to take a lot of networking on your behalf in order to get "in" with some of the top internship programs.

It sounds like you want to set yourself up as a consultant. I'd like for similar positions to compare rates.

Good luck.
100 weeks ago

Mariusz Hi all. I got an offer to have my link put on this site http://planshabitatservices.com/ - presumably in the right-hand column. Sounds nice, but...from a user's point of view, having my company's name among stuff like Earn Pakistani, Full Software Downloads, Internet Business | Make Money and so on (the list seems to be endless) will not get me any credibility or trustworthiness. Associations in this crowd are a bit dodgy. But what do you think guys ? Would you click on any as a user ?

103 weeks ago from User Experience

Ryan Healy: My first instinct says it won't really matter either way. With so many other sites on that list, it's going to be extremely rare that someone can ...MoreMy first instinct says it won't really matter either way. With so many other sites on that list, it's going to be extremely rare that someone can even find you. It may help your page rank though, so it could be worth it.
103 weeks ago

Dan Reno For all of you RoR developers out there, got any insight on this wonderful looking CMS called Radiant? http://radiantcms.org/ Sure looks like a really easy way to crank out a brochure site.

105 weeks ago from Web Development

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Mariusz: that would be bril, Dan, thanks a lot. Will let you know what went wrong as soon as get near my laptop.
104 weeks ago

Jonathan Wallace: I haven't used Radiant myself but its one of the more well known RoR CMS's.
103 weeks ago

Taff Ahmed Hi all, I am new to this site and found this network... i am also looking for someone to profit share for my website idea which is about 10% done... I have limited knowledge so want someone with a little more expertise, its a networking site that I need help with so anyone who has the skills please let me know!! would really appreciate it!

108 weeks ago from Web Development

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Luke Berg: Hi Taff, welcome. As Mariusz said, could you give us a bit more detail?
108 weeks ago

Taff Ahmed: Hi Guys... sorry for the delay in responding... send me an email to MoreHi Guys... sorry for the delay in responding... send me an email to fieldhockey@live.co.uk and will be able to give you more info if you like!!
107 weeks ago

Danielle Dews Hi web developers. I have an idea for a web business and am looking for a developer who would be interested enough in the idea/business to partner with me. The site's customer base would be people interested in crafting (sewers, quilters, etc) and the site would include elements of both social networking and e-commerce sites. Think etsy.com (but its not a knock-off of Etsy at all). If anyone is interested in learning more (and has the skills to create such a website) let me know. thanks!

109 weeks ago from Web Development

Mariusz: Hi Danielle. Sounds pretty cool, any more details ? As to what exactly are you after, for when etc ? Are you ok with working with someone remotely ...MoreHi Danielle. Sounds pretty cool, any more details ? As to what exactly are you after, for when etc ? Are you ok with working with someone remotely ? just drop me an email please: order@websandwich.co.uk
109 weeks ago

Linda Ruiz: Hi Danielle, Yes - more details please! :-) Feel free to contact me by email at MoreHi Danielle, Yes - more details please! :-) Feel free to contact me by email at skygal.linda@gmail.com
109 weeks ago

Mariusz Hi Everyone. Our little Design Afternoon is going ahead in Edinburgh. A presentation on accessibility, video visuals and a brave project is taking place on 30.01.10. Plus some great organic, handmade snacks, so if you're around, just pop in to Forest Cafe - it's free. For more details check www.oscc.web-sandwich.co.uk.

109 weeks ago from Freelancing

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Mariusz: heh, no problem Boon. Maybe you'd like to pop in as a speaker too ? Either way, Edinburgh is definitely worth visiting, just let me know :)
107 weeks ago

Boon Chew: vacation + speaking engagement sounds good - will definitely look you up when I'm in the area. :)
107 weeks ago

109 weeks ago from User Experience

Boon Chew: Mariusz, I know someone in edinburgh who's also interested in UX-related stuff like this - see if you can get in touch with her MoreMariusz, I know someone in edinburgh who's also interested in UX-related stuff like this - see if you can get in touch with her http://twitter.com/lorraine_p
103 weeks ago

Mariusz: Brilliant ! Thanks a lot Boon :) I shall make her an offer she won't be able to refuse, regarding the next event :P
103 weeks ago

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Luke Berg: Mariusz, the presentations look great and I wish I could come. Are they going to be available for download ( video or audio possibly? ) after the ...MoreMariusz, the presentations look great and I wish I could come. Are they going to be available for download ( video or audio possibly? ) after the meeting?
109 weeks ago

Mariusz: Hi Luke. Thanks for the interest. I got the support of the college where I works, which means I should be able to get some nice video cameras and ...MoreHi Luke. Thanks for the interest. I got the support of the college where I works, which means I should be able to get some nice video cameras and microphones; the moment I clear the copyright thing with the speakers, I'm going to upload it.
109 weeks ago

Benjamin Kuker Just a quick poll to get to know everyone. Do you freelance, own your own business, or work for someone else? How many people are in your company?

111 weeks ago from Web Development

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Mariusz: I'm a budding freelancer, but I've worked in a college supporting and teaching design/development studients for quite a while.
111 weeks ago

Matt Shelton: I work for a large corporation managing a team of web/webapp developers. All of my own work is done on the side, and mostly pro bono for ...MoreI work for a large corporation managing a team of web/webapp developers. All of my own work is done on the side, and mostly pro bono for groups/organizations to which I'm somehow tied.
111 weeks ago

Mariusz Hi everyone. If you're around Edinburgh, please pop in to our little event. There will be excellent accessibility talk, some stunning visuals and a great business idea. Details: oscc.web-sandwich.co.uk. Hope to see you there !

112 weeks ago from Web Development

Mariusz i'm trying to get my college to install open source web authoring software (aptana studio) to use with students. it struck me, that if they were taught to use it first before moving to any WYSWIG tools, they could produce more standard compliant and leaner code. Aptana doesn't work in visual mode, so they have to hard code everything. what do you think ?

113 weeks ago from Web Development

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Matt Shelton: Hi Mariusz, is there a reason you've settled on Aptana instead of Visual Web Developer? It's not OSS, but it is free, and in my experience, quite ...MoreHi Mariusz, is there a reason you've settled on Aptana instead of Visual Web Developer? It's not OSS, but it is free, and in my experience, quite feature-filled.
113 weeks ago

Mariusz: kompozer i find a bit tricky with the css editor - it sometimes loses the link to stylesheet and preview isn't too good; plus it kept reformatting ...Morekompozer i find a bit tricky with the css editor - it sometimes loses the link to stylesheet and preview isn't too good; plus it kept reformatting my code, deleting all indents etc. Aptana has nice colour coding, code prompts and you can add JavaScript library functionality to it. VWD - never heard of, I'll have a look :) I still like the idea of Open Source though.I'd never think look for free stuff at Microsoft's site :)
113 weeks ago

Mariusz heh, .net writes about upcoming Flash CS5. presumably, the whole package gets re-released as CS5.Anyone, spare thousands of £££ in your purses for that ? :)

115 weeks ago from Web Development

OE Web Design Gold Coast What javascript framework are you guys using at the moment... Iw as originally scriptaculous then moved to mootools and now loving JQuery... I have found JQuery to be the easiest to use and I can always find premade scripts online.

115 weeks ago from Web Development

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Mariusz: speaking of - do you guys know any nice resources to learn how to enque effects so that they fire one after another ?
115 weeks ago

Benjamin Kuker: It can be done in MooTools through chaining: MoreIt can be done in MooTools through chaining: http://www.daniel-skinner.co.uk/chaining-with-mootools-12-tutorial/31/01...
115 weeks ago

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