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At your service
01 April 08 07:03 AM | ericbrec | 2 Comments   

Remember this one, "The microprocessor changes everything!" No, it didn't. Yes, it had a big impact, but people still fretted about the same problems and tried to accomplish the same things. They just created problems and accomplished things more efficiently. Read More...

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Things have got to change: Change management
01 March 08 10:13 AM | ericbrec | 2 Comments   

It's the political season in the United States, making "change" a happy word around here. Politicians fight over who better represents change. They proclaim themselves to be agents of change. Hysterical admirers jump up and down waving "Change" signs. Read More...

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So far away: Distributed development
01 February 08 07:00 AM | ericbrec | 2 Comments   

If you are a software geek, like me, being the product support technician for your friends and family comes with the territory. While it's painful to watch your family struggle with software, particularly if you helped write it, at least you can tell Read More...

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Software performance: What are you waiting for?
01 November 07 08:25 AM | ericbrec | 3 Comments   

You hurt your shoulder playing volleyball, so you make an appointment to see your doctor. You enter the office and wait in line for five minutes just to let the receptionist know you've arrived. He has you verify your contact and insurance information, Read More...

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