Archive for June, 2007

Switched to Linux

Published at June 19, 2007 in Linux and Ruby on Rails. 0 Comments

Jeff from Softies on Rails, wrote a blog post discussing code source control, From VSS to SVN: Part 1. In his post, he also asks “how many of you out there are using Windows for your Rails development, and how many have switched to a Mac (at least for purposes of learning Rails)?”

I was very surprised that he didn’t ask if anyone was using Linux to develop on Rails; so I quickly added a comment on his blog about switching to Linux and using Fedora and Ubuntu. After reading a few other comments, I was happy to see that others had also made the switch to Linux.

For me, switching to Linux has been fun and challenging at the same time; and I’m sure that developing my first Ruby on Rails application on Linux will be even more juicy and exciting!

 

Mario Seijo
web designer
www.openElements.info


Porsche 914 blueprint

Published at June 11, 2007 in Automotive and Design. 16 Comments

Mario Seijo's 1975, Porsche 914

The Porsche 914 is a design beauty. I love the hard lines and the low profile body stance.

I only drive my 914 during the summer months due to the cold weather in Seattle. Today I started the car and ran it for a few minutes in the driveway just to see if it still worked. As soon as I heard the engine turn over and start, I got a big smile on my face; it was great!

Update:
I’ve noticed a lot of people are hitting this post.  Out of curiosity… I’d like to hear from other Porsche 914 owners out there.  Do you have a 914? Do you drive it all the time? please share your comments below.

Enjoy the blueprint!

Mario Seijo
web developer

Porsche 914 blueprint


Tiny Solar Robots

Published at June 8, 2007 in Robotics and Solar. 0 Comments

This is my first robot building endeavor—so for starters, I will make a tiny solar robot as outlined in MAKE magazine.
http://www.makezine.com/blog/archive/2007/05/create_teeny_tiny_solar_r.html

This project seems simple enough that I’ll be able to finish and it also gives me the building blocks for a larger robot with more features.

can’t wait…

See more progress on: build a robot

This modern life

Published at June 7, 2007 in Communication. 2 Comments

I can totally relate to this guy; do you know what I mean?

This modern life

source: www.wellingtongrey.net