java.net Weblogs by Daniel H. SteinbergWeblogs by Daniel H. Steinberg from Java.netFewer Gurus Needed- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Look around at the tasks you perform every day. How did you learn them When you are trying to lend credibility to an approach you took, do you walk through the code and show the advantages or do you quote a guru who recommends taking that approach. Sometimes knowing who recommends an approach is helpful. It provides context for the recommendation.http://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/359 Teaching and doing- (Found July 2, 2008 ) As a recovering academic, I think a lot about bridging the gulf between practitioners and teachers. If industry wants more students to be better prepared then we have to devote some time supporting those that teach our future colleagues. How should the teachers reach across the dividehttp://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/360 Looking Good- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Many recent weblog entries on java.net have highlighted different usability issues many of which could be resolved by presenting a powerful and easily navigated view to your clients. Today's feature article, Custom Layouts, by Doug Lyon shows you how to create your own Layout Manager.http://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/365 Recharging your Batteries- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Fifteen hours of no power means no computer, no tv, no cellphone, and no lights. It also means a couple of candles, a deck of cards, and the best view of stars we've had in Cleveland since the last blackout. This morning, as many of us compare notes, we feel refreshed and ready to go.http://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/372 Help with Calculations- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Google has added a Calculator function that allows you to "evaluate mathematical expressions involving basic arithmetic (5+22 or 220), more complicated math (sine(30 degrees) or e(i pi)+1), units of measure and conversions (100 miles in kilometers or 160 pounds 4000 feet in Calories), and physical constants (1 a.u.c or Gmass of earthradius of earth2)."http://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/377 Giving Back- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Something goes wrong with an open source project that you're using - what do you do next Maybe you write a nasty note to the newsgroup or quietly remove the software and go on with your life. What about taking a quick look to see if you can locate the source of your problem and suggest a fix.http://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/379 Boundaries- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Whether it be offshore development, power grids, or cattle, what types of fences should we buildhttp://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/381 Cub reporters- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Starting today, Java.net invites registered users to submit news stories. Our rule for most content on the site is that it doesn't have to be specifically about Java but it should be of interest to Java developers.http://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/382 Evaluating On-line Communities- (Found July 2, 2008 ) Think of the on-line groups you belong to. How do you judge the health or activity of a community before deciding to join There are over 400 registered projects here at java.net. How might you suggest the health of a group be measured and reportedhttp://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/387 Following URLs- (Found July 2, 2008 ) In his latest blog entry URLs are your friend, James Gosling explains using URLs where you may have used other Java classes in the past.http://weblogs.java.net/pub/wlg/394 |