Archive for May, 2007

PHP vs Java vs Ruby

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2007

This graph is from an old article but increasingly relevant topic when considering what backend technologies to choose when developing a web app. From what bits and pieces I know here and there, it seems to be in line with my impressions of them and what my peers (from each platform) tell me about it.
It’s [...]

There are good headhunters and then there are these….

Friday, May 18th, 2007

Have you ever received an email about a great job oppurtunity? I got this email this morning:
Hi Mark,
I work for an IT recruitment and consulting firm located in Toronto. We’re currently looking for someone to fill the above role with a terrific company in the Oakville area. I just came across your resume and believe [...]

Full-time Pure ActionScript Position Available (No Websites)

Tuesday, May 8th, 2007

If you’re an MXNA blogger in the G.T.A., I would be greatful if you shared this information on your blog. Thanks!
Position Summary
The Flash Developer will be responsible for integrating unique solutions within our Flash Gaming Suites. The position strongly emphasizes ActionScript programming, from core libraries to interface development. The position will be part of a [...]

Developing for Silverlight

Thursday, May 3rd, 2007

First-time Flash In TO poster “djshagz” shares experiences into using Microsoft Expression Blend and XAML.
“Well, I’ve been working with Blend for a few weeks now, working on a POC using WPF technologies for a client, as part of an exercise to learn XAML and Blend, figure out what the workflow it suppose to be and [...]