This page (and its sub-pages) had been used to keep a running list of the technical articles I wrote on sites by other publishers. I write somewhat regularly, and have failed to keep this up to date the last few years. Internet Search engines, however, can find most of them on a number of sites.
The following are some of the articles and blurbs I’ve written on other sites, generally around technology:
All articles:
So, Can You Name Ten Different Browsers Used in 2018?
December, 2018 – HTMLGoodies.com
Can you name 10 web browsers currently in use? Browsers that remain popular and those which are ‘up and coming’? Jot down your list, then see if you got them all!
Ten Basic Things Every Web Developer Should Know
December, 2018 – HTMLGoodies.com
You should know these ten things if you plan to build a web site, no matter what your technical level is!
Displaying Basic Scalable Shapes on Your Web Pages with SVG
December, 2018 – HTMLGoodies.com
One of the issues with images on your Web site is that when you try to scale the page or display it on different devices, the image can become dithered or malformed. Learn how to use scalable vector graphics (SVG) to avoid this issue.
Modifying CSS Width Attributes with jScript So It Works!
December, 2018 – HTMLGoodies.com
Many people to to dynamically change the width of HTML tags and fail to have it work. Learn the right way
Unity Game Programming: Normalizing Game Speed Across Devices
December 5, 2018 – Developer.com
When you play a game, you want it to be responsive. Additionally, you want the game to respond similarly regardless of the hardware you are using.
Virtual Reality 101: Creating a Basic Playing Arena in Unity
November 5, 2018 – Developer.com
When you start building a Virtual Reality or 3D game, you generally will start with a world or a room. In either case, you need to build a bounding area, including a floor or ground. If you are building a room or a play area, you’ll also want to build bounding walls. In this article, you will learn how to create a play area or room in Unity.
IoT for Developers Using Microsoft Technology
Get started using IoT will Microsoft Technologies!
Virtual Reality 101: Building an Android VR App
If you are an existing developer, building your first Virtual Reality app can be relatively easy if you grab the right tools. In this article, you’ll get a quick start towards building a VR app that will run on an Android phone.
Coffee Break: Developer Jokes and Puns
Check out these slides containing developer jokes and puns that are sure to make you laugh!
Status of the Developer World: August 2018
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Manipulating CSS Using jQuery
Using jQuery you can make changes to the CSS on your site. Learn how!
Creating a Custom Homepage When Using a WordPress Theme
If you are using a WordPress template or simply using WordPress, you can still create your own customized home page.
Twenty-one+ Types of Testing All Developers Should be Doing
In the world of developing solutions, how many different types of testing can you name?
Adding Custom CSS to Your WordPress Templates
Learn how to easily add custom CSS to your WordPress site, even if you are using a WordPress template.
How to Access a Single HTML Element on a Web Page
One of the quickest ways to get an element on a web page is by using the JavaScript getElementById() method found within the document object model.
It’s time for the HTML5 Time Tag
One of the additions in HTML5 was the
So You want a Faster Web Site….
If your page is loading slowly, start here to figure out how to speed things up!
Open Development Kits for Virtual Reality
Check out a couple of open sourced options for doing Virtual Reality development.
What is Microsoft Graph?
Become proficient with the Microsoft Graph, the concept of connecting services and devices.
So You Want to Disavow Another Site
Learn how to distance your site from bad sites that might link to yours.
Using Built-in JavaScript Code with JavaScript Objects
See how to use existing objects in JavaScript to reduce your coding time.
Tools for Building Backlink
Backlinks are links created on other sites that link to your site. Learn about tools that can help you with backlinking!
Creating an Expandable List of Items in HTML with JavaScript
An Accordion control is one that can be expanded and contracted when it is clicked or selected. Discover how to add one to your web pages!
So You Want Backlinks!
Just because you built the best site ever known to humankind, the masses didn’t automatically come flocking to your pages. Learn how to amp up the volume on your site traffic.
Microsoft Kinect Died, but Rises Again as Project Kinect for Windows
Will the new iteration of this device be the one to succeed?
Creating Layers on Your Web Pages with DIVs
Learn how you can control positioning and layers on your HTML pages with a little creativity and div tags.
The Internet of Things: Is This the Year?
IoT technology continues to grow. Is 2018 the year it becomes significant enough for everyone to recognize it?
Leading Edge Topics Developers Should be Watching
A half dozen core topics worth watching are presented for your consideration.
Virtual Reality 101: Understanding the Types of Lighting
Learn about five dhttp://jones123.com/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=pageifferent light approaches for your virtual worlds. You’ll learn what each type is, its importance, and how it differs from the others.
10 things that change when a developer gets promoted
It is important to know what additional tasks are likely to be added to what you are doing as well as what tasks you have been doing that you will need to give up.
So You Don’t Want to be Hacked with Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
If you are creating a site that allows users to enter information, then you need to avoid basic mistakes that can leave your site vulnerable to being hacked.
So You Want a Floating or Pop-up Window
You’ve built your site, but how do you get traffic? Can you get 10,000 pageviews in a week? Bradley Jones goes over some things you need to do.
Getting Started with Azure Functions
Learn how to write your first Azure Function!
Doing Microsoft Mixed Reality Without a Headset
Learn whether your machine can do Mixed Reality as well as how you can get started without investing in a head mounted display system.
How to Get 10,000 Pageviews in a Week
You’ve built your site, but how do you get traffic? Can you get 10,000 pageviews in a week? Bradley Jones goes over some things you need to do.
Microsoft Azure Crossword Puzzle for Developers
Have fun with a crossword puzzle while you hone your azure knowledge!
Coding for Windows 10 If You Don’t Have Windows 10
Discover how you can start coding for Windows 10 even if you don’t have Windows 10!
Ten Simple Tips to Make Your Site More Mobile Friendly
There are many vague tips available on the Internet for building mobile friendly sites and apps. These ten tips should be a bit more actionable!
Programming Languages for Kids (and Grown Ups)!
Three are a variety of programming languages and tools that make it easy for kids to learn programming and programming concepts!
Adding Semantic Markup to Your HTML’s Structure
See how to modernize your HTML pages by adding the HTML5 semantic tags to your web page markup.
Getting Started with Microsoft Quantum Computing Programming and Q#
Learn how you can write your first Quantum Q# program today. Microsoft has brought Quantum Computing out of the future and into Visual Studio today!
Simple Solutions: Coding C and C++ with Visual Studio Code
With the addition of the C/C++ extension to Visual Studio Code, you might have what is needed in a small, cross-platform editor.
Considerations when Implementing an Information Management System
Here are seven things to consider if you are planning to implement your own information management system.
So You Want to Optimize Your Images…l
By reducing the overall size of the images you are using, you’ll reduce the amount of time that is needed to download and display your pages. That can also have a positive impact on how your pages are treated by the search engines!
Free Cloud Stuff for Developers
Discover some of there free Cloud services, functions, and tools offered by many of the top Cloud providers.
The Impact of the Cloud on Software Development
Developers are moving from a MTBF mentality to a MTTR mentality. Moving to the Cloud is facilitating that move.
So You Want to Do SEO on Your Site…
You’ve been told it is important for your web site, but what exactly is SEO?
Acronym Anarchy: Cloud Acronyms – How Many Do You Know?
Acronyms have always been out of control in the tech world. Can you look through the anarchy and identify what these Cloud computing acronyms stand for?
Technologies Targeted by Developers: Where Do You Stand?
From Artificial Intelligence to Bots to Mixed Reality, there are numerous leading-edge technologies. Find out which have the attention of developers!
List of New Features in JDK 9 and Java SE 9
Java SE 9 and the JDK 9 have officially released. Check out the list of feature in the JDK 9.
Developer Feedback on Net Neutrality
I asked what developers think of net neutrality. The results are in.
Reverse Engineering – The Books
What tech books are you currently reading or have sitting on your desk?
SQL Server 2017 RC1 Available
Microsoft made available SQL Server 2017 Release Candidate 1. You can downlaod a copy now.
Taking a Database to World-Scale – Microsoft Presents Azure Cosmo DB
Where is Microsoft in their Mobile-First, Cloud-First World?
The number are in. See how well Microsoft is doing around some of their core mobile-first, cloud-first initiatives.
Google Assistant SDK: Now for Raspberry Pi or Your Own Device
Google releasd a developer preview of its new Google Asistant SDK.
Microsoft Announces Windows 10 S: The Soul of Windows
Microsoft announced Windows 10 S today. While primarily aimed at students, it seems best positioned to go against devices running the Chrome OS.
What’s New in Unity 5.6 and More
Spending in the cloud infrastructure space continues to grow with no clear cut leader at the top.
What Motivates Developers?
Survey says…. I didi a survey on this question and the results are in.
Cloud Infrastructure Revenue Passes $70 Billion
Spending in the cloud infrastructure space continues to grow with no clear cut leader at the top.
A Quick Look at What’s Released with Visual Studio 2017
What’s new from Microsoft? Visual Studio 2017 and a whole lot more!
Microsoft Azure Stack – Taking the Cloud Local
Microsoft Azure continues to evolve at an extremely fast pace. This week, Microsoft released Technical Preview 3, which is available now.
Microsoft Vision APIs for Developers
Microsoft has provided five APIs for developers to use for visual identification.
Microsoft States Visual Basic Will No Longer Align with C#
Microsoft changes its strategy by stating that Visual Basic Will No Longer Align with C#.
Robert Scoble on Virtual Reality
James Maguire of Datamation talks with Robert Scoble about Virtual Reality.
Microsoft Ignites IT – Innovation and Transformation. Are You Ready?
Microsoft is pushing for a digital transformation of business using intelligence, the cloud, and other tools. Here is a bit on what is coming based on just some of this week’s announcements.
The Future Windows Desktop Machine
What does the future Windows desktop machine look like? Are you developing apps that will work on it?
Developers Have Spoken: See Our Newest Polls Results
We asked the questions one at a time. Would your answers have trended the same as the majority on each question stated?
PowerShell Goes Open Source and Lands on Linux
Microsoft has not only open sourced PowerShell, you can now run it on Linux. Get an overview of what has changed and check out the demos in the included video!
Micosoft Windows 10 Anniversary Edition – Coming August 2nd
Microsoft Windows 10 Anniversary Edition is bringing updates and new features to Windows computers near you starting August 2nd!
What Microsoft Said was Coming: New APIs, Bots, and More
June 27, 2016 – Codeguru.com
While it’s been a couple of months, it is worth reviewing some of the announcements about tools, SDKs, and APIs that Microsoft covered at this year’s Build Conference.
Information on Microsoft’s Acquisition of LinkedIn
June 14, 2016 – Codeguru.com
Will the acquisition of LinkedIn by Microsoft be a damaging stroke or a chance for synergy between two powerhouses?
Industry IoT Adoption
June 13, 2016 – Codeguru.com
You can now see the results of our Survey for the adoption of IoT in five different industries.
Connected Luggage and Smart Parking Garages: Examples of IoT
May 23, 2016 – Codeguru.com
In a world where the current buzz terms include IoT, wearables, and “maker” space, it is no surprise that some interesting techie solutions are coming to market.
Getting Site Updates and Platform Migrations Right
April 19, 2016 – Codeguru.com
Regardless of the reason for moving to a new platform, or even for just doing a large site redesign, it is critical that you do your site migration right.
Cheap Virtual Reality: VR for $12.42
March 22, 2016 – Codeguru.com
While major companies are announcing new virtual reality devices for hundreds or even thousands of dollars, it is actually possible to experience VR much cheaper.
What Distracts Developers
March 10, 2016 – Codeguru.com
As a developer, what distracts you most during the day? Is it unnecessary meetings, social media, or email? See the results of our poll. You might be surprised!
Mixed Reality: The Competition Heats up with the Meta 2
March 3, 2016 – Codeguru.com
The Mixed Reality space is starting to heat up with competition. Check out the latest announced device, the Meta 2.
The Differences between Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality
March 1, 2016 – Codeguru.com
As technology evolves, terminology tends to change. Do you know the differences among Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Realities?
HoloLens Moves Forward: Dates and Specific HoloLens Apps Announced
February 29, 2016 – Codeguru.com
Microsoft announced that pre-orders for HoloLens start today, developer devices shipping March 30th, and apps will be available in the Windows Store.
Microsoft Acquiring Xamarin; Is Anyone Surprised?
February 24, 2016 – Codeguru.com
Microsoft announces they plan to acquire Xamarin – a cross-platform, native development tool.
Taking the Public Cloud Private: Microsoft Azure Stack
January 26, 2016 – Codeguru.com
Get the chance to use public cloud features in a hybrid/private manner: Microsoft announces Microsoft Azure Stack.
Perceptions of Productivity by Software Developers
December 3, 2015 – Codeguru.com
What are your most productive activities? This infographic show the top four productive and unproductive activities for developers.
Do You Believe Machine Learning Won’t Affect You? Think Again.
December 2, 2015 – Webopedia.com
Very simply put, machine learning has to do with data and learning from that data. More specifically, it is a process of making predictions based on patterns, or algorithms, within that data.
It’s Happening Now: Perceptual Computing is Real
March 26, 2015 – Webopedia.com
Perceptual computing is the ability for a computer to recognize what is going on around it. More specifically, the computer can perceive the environment and the users in that environment to determine what needs a user might have, as well as react to those needs without giving or receiving any additional information.
Hype Versus Action in the Developer’s World
July 14, 2014 – Webopedia.com
Often times technologies start as hype but with time become adopted. As a developer or technologist, it is worth reading the hype and knowing the concepts.
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