Dade’s Blog

Upon starting my social network engine in pure PHP, I quickly abandonned it for CodeIgniter, which then fast become CodeIgniter & Doctrine. I have to say, I’m less suicidal when it comes to PHP now and this is a good thing, since PHP is the easiest language for ease of edit, access, and collaboration – [...]

Having recently picked up a project that was side-lined for a while I’ve come to the realisation that PHP is not a language I like, and I’m as rusty as hell with it. The project is a community engine for achievements. I won’t go into great deal just yet, but it requires a forum, a [...]

Okay, so without going into much detail about this, I’m design a desktop UI for an OS. It’s not going to be used as an OS, but I want it to feel like one. So, for instance, when you open a browser page it gives some ‘pseudo-internet’ pages. Like a spoof OS, if you like.
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I’m such a geek, but it means I can do this stuff while on the road or at a place without internet connection! Good fun

Those reading this who know me personally will know I’ve not been 100% myself recently. This was due to an infection in my throat that attacked my tonsils and glands within that area. Fucking hurt like hell, I tell ya. I am, however, recovering and not a moment too soon.

I was recently tagged by stratos, friend and fellow Brucey. So I have to write a few points – seven to be exact – about myself that no-one else knew. Then I tag a few people and maybe they’ll do something similar. Maybe.

It was good to see people having fun despite the economic situation of the world. The snow came at the perfect time, amidst the doom and gloom, and gave people something to do. Also with most companies and schools being closed, the numbers gathered at the parks were large and all in all it was a good atmosphere. It made me smile to watch these people enjoying themselves. :)

I feel overwhelmed with the amount of things I’ve missed over the space of four days, that I’m afraid to be away from my extra duties more than that.

I’m sure most people, if not all that have stumbled upon this site, have heard of XBox360, XBox Live, and the achievement system there. You get points, ranks, and e-kudos for achievements obtained in games. Recently, though, some friends of mine and I have come up with some real life achievements to try. This started [...]

For most, Birthdays are a joyous, happy time of remembrance. You look back over the years that have past and think of all the good things you have done, and have yet to do in your years ahead. You have close friends and family nearby to celebrate it with you, and you enjoy the time [...]