Monthly Archive: April 2009

Apr 16

Google Web Toolkit 1.6 and Eclipse Plug-in

I just saw that Google released GWT 1.6 and an supporting Eclipse plug-in a few days ago.  I am installing now, and then I am going to attempt to use it to build a little resource time tracking application.  More updates to follow on this adventure…

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Apr 14

DiggBar Sucks

Hey Digg, 1995 called and they want their stupid <frameset> tag back.  This site now blocks that hack attempt at marketing.  Thanks to Daring Fireball and Phil Nelson for the idea and plug-in to prevent the DiggBar from framing this site. Here’s a good article on the whole matter. If you use WordPress and would like …

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Apr 12

Sol

Sol was recommended to me by my wife’s cousin, and what a great recommendation.  This Mexican import is a great, light tasting lager that is easily the best Mexican beer I have had.  It compares with Tecate and Dos Equis.   Mild in flavor, with a crisp bite on the way down.  This will make …

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Apr 07

New iPod Headphones

Thanks to all those who offered headphone suggestions. I went with the Sony MDR-EX81LP/B in-ear headphones, and they sound fanstastic. The bass response, midrange, and highs are all crystal clear.  From Johnny Cash to Nine Inch Nails, and from Pink Floyd to KMFDM they sound amazing.  Because of the in-ear sytle, they also do a …

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