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Christian: Hi Chris. Sit down, it’s time for your monthly review.
Chris: So you’re doing my reviews now? Big step for an intern.
What is your role here at Smibs?
I am a computer programming intern. My job here is to take everything Forrest makes and try and break it. I test all of the Smibs software and [...]
Archive for November, 2008
Chris Proulx’s Interview with the Intern
My Music @ Work
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I stumbled across a pretty good blog post last week (designer-daily) discussing the merits of listening to music while you work. I don’t mean to prolong the debate, but I absolutely insist on listening to music when in my office. Of course I use headphones, to avoid any unintentional jackassery that would aggravate any of [...]
5 Ways the Internet is killing the English Language
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1) Programmer Jargon-
Defined: Jargon essentially is words and phrases associated to a certain group. Programmer Jargon essentially is complete gibberish associated to programmers. The language of programmers has existed since the invention of computers, or since two nerds began to speak binary to each other (probably in the basement belonging to said nerd’s parents).
Crime:Â I [...]
Forrest Zeisler’s Interview with the Intern
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Christian: Hey Forrest, do you have time for a lengthy hard-hitting interview?
Forrest: Actually Christian, I am extremely busy at the moment.
Great. Let’s start with your role here at Smibs.
Ummm… okay. I’m the lead developer at Smibs, which means I handle everything from installing printer drivers to building SmibsNet and Doorbell. If something in the office [...]
Alternative Marketing Strategies: Jones Soda
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“Run with the little guy……. Create some changeâ€
With sales last year of $45 million, it’s hard to call Jones soda the little guy anymore. From a marketing perspective, I am truly impressed with the continued success of this brand. Through alternative and innovative marketing practices, Jones has managed to capture market share in an industry [...]
