Archive for January, 2005

31
Jan

Just when I thought I’d seen it all

Posted by WebCudgel | No Comments

Now I’m usually a fairly understanding guy when it comes to taking over code written by other people. There is much I’ve done in the past that I wish I could go back and do better. However, I have found code that only begs me to make fun of it and point out [...]

24
Jan

Nothing like starting over…

Posted by WebCudgel | No Comments

There are many unique industrial idiosyncracies inherent in starting a new job. Each company is different and you find yourself wishing some places gave orientations for contract workers. At least I would have known that I need to get a parking permit instead of receiving a warning slip on my windshield (only one [...]

21
Jan

Exit Stage Left

Posted by WebCudgel | 2 Comments

Today was my last day at J-Quad & Associates. I’m really gonna miss (most of) those guys (and gals). Here’s a shout out to my fav peeps!
I.T. Department

Les - the guy who saw much potential in me and pushed to have me hired. Gonna miss ya and your interesting sense of humor. [...]

19
Jan

ShortTimer

Posted by WebCudgel | 1 Comment

For the first time since I’ve ever heard the phrase used by anyone to refer to an individual who was leaving a company, I have been called “short-timer” by a few co-workers. It’s hard to leave a company that has so many employees that are just such great people and have wonderful personalities. [...]

14
Jan

In a galaxy… near, near here…

Posted by WebCudgel | No Comments

It all started with this…
.rh {color:red;} .wc {color:navy}
RabidHamster:The perfect thing for housebreaking young wookies.
RabidHamster:”Congratulations, you caught the tater.”
WebCudgel:oh man… “they call me tater salad”
WebCudgel:it’s just too funny
RabidHamster:I guess that makes Luke tater tot, huh
WebCudgel:Obi-Wan has taught you well, but you are not a Spud-eye yet.
RabidHamster:This battle-station is the ultimate frier in the Universe.
RabidHamster:If you only [...]