...or are you just plain lazy about language and choosing adjectives? On Day 2 of Bar Camp someone gave a talk called "What does open in open data mean?" It was a serious and informative talk, and the speaker appeared to be well-prepared and capable yet she pushed a personal pet peeve when she said: "Someone... Continue Reading →
Why am I going to Bar Camp?
Well, it's a great way to learn. We live in a computer driven world. I use a computer and the Internet in almost every aspect of my life. I want to know more. I'm the kind of person who remembers faces much more easily than names. I can tell you how to get somewhere, but... Continue Reading →
Manifest Self-Worth: Write Your Ideas
I've been thinking more about my friend's reaction to my request that she write down her idea. Why she was so taken aback by it. Why she didn't recognize writing down ideas, showing them to someone, and having them respond was 'sharing ideas'. Perhaps it was a new experience for her? The dialogue that ensued... Continue Reading →
