Field Notes

Spark::red 2011 milestones: 101 servers, PCI Level 1 MSP certification, 16 global points-of-presence, prices held steady.

New gear tested at Loon Mountain during early-season snowboarding. The layered Rome DSK jacket proved perfect for cold, crisp conditions.

Siri reminders flow directly into OmniFocus: ubiquitous task capture using voice commands instead of manual entry.

Twelve Factor App part 2: port binding, disposability, dev/prod parity, logs, and processes - critical for modern architecture.

I don't agree with the Twelve Factor App guidelines, and here's why.

Making impact during your first startup month: onboarding strategies and cultural integration for new hires.

MobileMe to iCloud migration resent hundreds of calendar invites. Pro tip: verify your settings before switching email calendar systems.

Patrick McKenzie's SEO insights spark valuable Hacker News discussion on practical search engine optimization strategies.

What happens when hipsters realize how mainstream they've become? A paradox dissolving in clove-scented logic smoke.

Canon's flagship 1D X digital SLR has captured the attention of serious photographers everywhere.

Steve Jobs' legacy: revolutionary impact on computing, design, user interaction, and entrepreneurship worldwide.

New week reset: early mornings, daily runs, OmniFocus GTD system, focused content creation, and intentional living.

Montreal adventure featuring Deadmau5 at the Metropolis - an iconic venue for electronic music lovers.

Essential tools and gadgets for hackers who appreciate quality and innovation in their craft.

MySQL.com security breach exposes critical vulnerabilities in web infrastructure.

Redesigning for clarity: reorganizing navigation and content to serve tech-focused visitors better.

Test legacy Internet Explorer versions on Mac and Linux without proprietary software restrictions.

Five Ducatis tackle Mount Greylock on one of the Northeast's most beautiful and exhilarating routes.