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This semester seems both slow and fast at the same time. I feel like I've learned a lot in my classes, specifically Data Structures and Algorithms. This is the first time in a long time in which I've enjoyed my math class (Discrete Math for CS) and found useful applications of what I've learned. I've taken two 1-credit hour classes and both seem like I've never been there since it only meets one time a week.
Over Spring break I finally assembled my Linux server. I'm lazy and just threw Ubuntu on it because it only hosts torrents and shares files through the house. I configured Hamachi on it (an older version) but have had trouble configuring LogMeIn on my Macbook so I can access remotely. I might use my router (WRT54G running DD-WRT) and create my own VPN instead (yay for static IP addresses).
I've been blogging (sadly not enough) for gooddroidbaddroid.com too. Check that out.
Also check out this awesome music I just found, called MOON8. It's a fantastic cover of Dark Side of the Moon in 8-bit.
Today I Learned Things
Apparently the proper pronunciation of 'sudo' is "Sue Due" as in Super User Do. I have been saying "Sue Dough" my entire life. I wonder how many Unix mainframe neckbeards I have accidentally offended.
Here's an audio recording of Hunter S. Thompson getting angry at crappy customer service.
New Project
I'm currently administrating and posting regularly to a new blog, Good Droid / Bad Droid. It's about Android-based devices. Check it out.
End of January
About 1/4 done with this semester. Running a bit behind because I was sick this week. My birthday was uneventful, but fun. It was nice to hang out with friends. I still can't seem to keep on task for anything, I'm beginning to believe that I have some full blown ADD problems. Oh well.
Here's a picture to describe my ability to stay on task.
Online Identity
Recently, I've been paranoid. I've been Googling myself lately, and while searching for my actual name doesn't find me at all, if you search for my online handle, you will get a Google result of nearly every account I use on a regular basis. Some of the accounts are not mine, but a majority are (twitter, reddit, tf2 stats, etc). I just deleted some accounts that I never use, in hopes of increased privacy, but I'm still paranoid.
Anyone got any tips on how to better hide yourself, without dropping your online handle? I've used my current one for at least the last 7 years and don't wish to change.
Cool Beans
So, if you have been around me lately or read my twitter account you probably notice that I purchased a Motorola Droid. It pretty much does everything I want plus a bit extra. I am really happy with the hardware and software. The Android Marketplace is well stocked with quality applications (although I wish some well known Apple developers would jump on the platform). The best part? I'm writing this from my phone.
It was 20 years ago today…
...that Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play.
Not really, but it was the second thing to pop into my head.
Never Forget.
helloWorld();
This semester has been insane. I'm still unemployed. I've been really full up on homework every night. I'm working with two of my classmates to create an online recipe management system using Java and MySQL. It's not that complex but we're utilizing proper systems analysis and design techniques the whole way, which is fun (kinda). I'm also learning assembly language in my computer architecture course. We're designing a CPU emulator for some scientific robots. My non-major classes are interesting as well. I think currently I'm carrying all A's, or close to that figure.
Student Government Association is going well, I believe we'll actually accomplish some good things this year, so keep your eyes peeled to events around IUSB if you attend. We're hoping to get a revised smoking ban that will designate a smoking area on campus instead of a campus-wide ban that isn't enforced. We're working on getting more 24 hour study spaces, beefing up security around the school, and improving the way advising is done across campus.
I've also been working with some other students in starting a radio station on campus. Actually having a broadcast frequency on FM radio is a pipe dream at the moment but we're working on getting an internet stream up and potentially having a 1 credit hour class next semester, which would grab some much needed support from the administration.
I've been too busy to keep up with some of my favorite hobbies. My bass is collecting dust in the corner of my room, my blog has been neglected, and my camera has sat with an empty memory card for a few weeks (although I did take some pictures today).
No one else has been blogging either though, I suppose they are busy as well.