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Gitlab Time Tracking Integration
First you must connect your account in order to see tasks that are assigned to you. Also, connecting an integration allows for time to be sent back to the third-party software.
Step 1
To get started, click on Integrations on the sidebar menu. Then make sure you have selected the correct organization on the top right corner of the page. Next, select the Gitlab logo from the list of available integrations. We have two separate integrations for Gitlab (cloud, self-hosted v8.x & v9+). Select the one that is compatible with your current Gitlab configuration.
Step 2
Gitlab self-hosted (v8.x and v9+)
Enter your Gitlab URL (if your server is self hosted) in the Site field, your Application ID and Application secret, then click on Create Integration.
Please make sure that the SSL certificate is correct and valid if you have a self-hosted Gitlab account. If you are using a self-hosted Gitlab you will need to update the redirect_url to https://app.hubstaff.com/auth/success/gitlab_self_hosted.
If the integration requires that you add scopes, you'll need to enable the API scope in Gitlab.
Gitlab (cloud)
You will be asked to grant access to Hubstaff to complete the integration:
After authorizing the integration, you will be on the final step where you can link your Gitlab projects with Hubstaff projects. You will see all your Gitlab projects on theleft hand side, and the Link button on the right. See how to link your Hubstaff projects and users and finish the integration setup.
Linking users is just like liking your projects. Just like with projects, users can only be linked one time per integration. You will link your projects and users on the same place, and when you have done that everything will be saved automatically.
After you've set up the integration, the app will be queued to sync automatically. When it has synced, your team will see their assigned issues in the app and be able to start tracking time to them.
Your team will be able to see issue due dates, descriptions, and updates. When they've finished work on an issue, they can click the close button to complete the issue and automatically have the time posted to Gitlab.
Tasks might not sync right away and can take approximately 5 minutes after linking your team. Also, please keep in mind that each time you add a new project or user to your project management tool, the integration needs be refreshed in Hubstaff for those changes to take effect, then link those accordingly.
Currently, when you add a new project in the project management third-party provider, you need to access the integrations page in Hubstaff > refresh the projects list > link the new project > assign team members to the Hubstaff project that's linked to the newly added project.
This integration supports logging time back to the integration as comments. To learn more, click here.
Tasks can be completed outside of Hubstaff in the project management tool to have the time synced as well.
Tasks synchronized with an integration will remain in Hubstaff as a simple task if the integration is deleted.
Subtasks are not supported with this integration.


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College costs of $50,000 a year? That prospect seemed extreme when I wrote about soaring higher education bills in a 1989 column. Then, tuition and fees at private four-year colleges averaged $20,000 in 2006 dollars. But 17 years later the tab has jumped 50% in inflation-adjusted terms, to $30,000 (see chart).
One reason for exploding prices: The schools can get away with it. Demand exceeds supply at high-end private schools. Americans have always associated education with career success, and college grads earn 45% more than high school grads.
Many believe that college educations, not the innate talents of students, give rise to this earnings disparity. This presumption is unproven, and causality may run the other way. Also, the prestige of American institutions attracts hordes of foreign students. The irrefutable proof of excess demand is that universities pay legions of employees to turn down perfectly good business. Many first-tier universities admit only one of ten applicants.
The better schools assess only the most prosperous customers the full amount. Then they give part of that money to poorer families to yield their desired student body mixes. This is price discrimination, pure and simple. In this environment college presidents worry more about catching up and keeping up than about costs. Second-tier schools strive to improve faculty salaries and campus infrastructure (labs, dorms, libraries) to compete with the leaders. And the first rank is determined to stay ahead.
Will additional government aid or alumni giving curb the tuition spiral? No. If the Democrats get their way and Congress provides more federal support, that would only increase higher education demand and allow colleges to make offsetting tuition hikes. Fatter contributions to your alma mater's endowment will encourage more spending. Most institutions keep tuition and fees at a constant percentage of total income, including income from endowment. So more endowment means higher tuition.
Still, there are reasons to hope for an end to this plague of ever higher bills. One is increased competition by online education. For-profit institutions and lesser-known public universities are offering much cheaper virtual classrooms. And recall that not long ago the premium selling prices of prestigious retailers were immune to inroads from e-tailing. Not now.
Demand for higher ed may also moderate as parents revolt. Some have been forced to limit their family sizes in anticipation of crushing tuitions. In yesteryear many families skipped vacations to meet college costs; nowadays they substitute their houses' appreciation via home equity loans. But with the collapsing housing bubble, this well is running dry. Parents also realize that more money is buying a deteriorating product. A 2005 federally sponsored study finds declining literacy among the college educated. Many schools have abandoned core curriculums, along with any effort to influence their students' morals and ideals.
Many parents are shifting college costs to students, who leave undergraduate days with $20,000 of debt on average. New student loans through banks tripled to $17 billion from 2001--02 to 2005--06. Less-swanky private and public schools are fighting price discrimination with price discrimination by using merit aid to buy students from the first tier. Ivy league colleges discount only for need, but in 2003--04, 62% of public and 50% of private school grants were based on merit, up from 45% and 33% respectively ten years earlier. And these schools often provide just as good an education. Only 11% of large company chief executives had Ivy league diplomas in 2004, down from 16% in 1998.
Families, wondering whether the big-ticket schools are worth the money, should reflect on these nongraduates: Andrew Carnegie, Henry Ford and Bill Gates. Real wages of college grads fell 3.1% between 2000 and 2005. Supply-demand imbalances get corrected eventually. College education will be no exception.
A. Gary Shilling is president of A. Gary Shilling & Co., economic consultants and investment advisers. Visit his homepage at www.forbes.com/shilling.


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Data averaging and peaksThis article should shed some lights on data averaging in the graphs.
Averaging is how RRDTool (used by LPAR2RRD for data store and presentation) and other tools are working. You cannot show all short peaks if you do not have enough available pixels on the graph. Only the way how to display data is averaging data.
When you have 1 minute samples then you need 24h * 60m = 1440 pixels width to see all details include short 1 minute peaks without averaging.
However our default graph width is 400 pixels. That is why data must be averaged and some short peaks do not have to be visible. Long peaks are not affected.
There is no solution to avoid that. Only what can help is increase of the graph width.
There are 3 ways how to do it:
- Pop-up graph: by a click on the each graph it appears in the new big pop-up window.
- Graph zooming feature
- Historical reports and possibility to set in the form X and Y axis width in pixels
Further limitation for showing peaks in historical data might be data retention.
Older data is being averaged to keep fixed size of database files so short peaks can disappear from data completely after some time.
Users under support can ask for adjusting of data retention policy to whatever they wish.
MAX graphing in v4.90+
Why yearly graph shows less MAX value than the others?Yearly graph should always show the highes MAX. It is true however it might not have to happen in every case.
You can see sometimes lower MAX value in yearly graphs than in the others. However when you use zoom in the yearly graph then it is ok, and you can see the highest MAX.
It is all about data averaging which must happen even here. Yearly graph is based on 5 hours data (max in this case) but the picture itself has only 400 pixels width. Then RRDTool must average some 5 hours data to fit into that width what might cause small changes in peak high.


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Royal & Langnickel large flat palette is a durable acrylic mixing palette with a thumb hole.
Incredibly portable, it is perfect for on the go application & mixing.
Can be washed or is disposable.
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History of Works
West Australia Airports Corporation
Upgrade to the domestic terminal carpark and forecourt
Halpern Glick Maunsell
West Australian Airports Corp.
Estuary Joint Venture
120 Lot Subdivision in Coco'C Bay, Falcon Mandurah. Major earthworks, vacuum sewer, full services, environmental sensitive flora and fauna, 7000m2 of roads
Negotiated two additional stages.
Ewing Consulting Engineers/Peter Hill
Craig & John Bond
Dundebar Rd Stages 3 & 4
65 Lots the negotiated the following stage for same size.Earthworks, walls all underground services. 17000m3 cut to fill, 10,200m2 roads.
Ewing Consulting Engineers
Safari & Vawser
29 Lots Wyatt Rd Bayswater. 3200m2 roads, 15000m3
imported fill, lake front walls, all services, Planning, consultants, landscaping, Project Management.& Main Contractor
Peter Hill Engineers.
Urban Focus
Lot 17 Hammond Rd, Success. 65 lots, 5500m2 roads, 15000m3 Cut/Fill, all services and limestone walls.
Ewing Consulting Engineers
96 Lots, Stage 7 St. Andrews. Dianella. 7000m2 roads
35,000m3 earthworks, 3,200m3 limestone walls, sewer storm water, all services. Currently 1 ½ weeks ahead of schedule.
Wood & Grieve. Keith Ayres
Testa Property Management
96 Industrial lots Yangebup, 11300m2 roads, walls, full services. In planning stage. Developed as Owner with Others
Engineer. Wood & Grieve
Developed as Syndicate Owner
Testa Property Management
Baldivis and Forrestdale, approximately 3500 lots in town planning and development stage.
VDM Ewings-Phil Patterson $170m
Developed as Syndicate Owner
Peci Property Group
Lots 63-64 Landsdale 65 lots 8500m2 roads,17,00m3 Earthworks, 2100m3 limestone walls, full services.
VDM Group.
New North/Satterly
Mia Mia Flats Balga 95 Lots, Balga redevelopment. Roads services, walls
Cossill & Webley
Timescope & Peci Properties.
Lot 138-139 Landsdale 65 Lots 5700m2 roads, 35,000m3 earthworks, walls, services
VDM Group
Satterley & DHW
Orelia Ave Deviation, Windsor Hills 4C 135 lots, 73000m3 earthworks, 11300m2 pavement, 9500m3 limestone walls, all services off and on site. Fencing 750lm. Including new intersection and slip lanes to Thomas Road
Cossill & Webley
Satterly Property Group. Paul Easthope 93041015
Western Power Transformer
Yards, Bibra Lake, Henley Brook
Earthworks and Roads
Leeuwin Constructions ( Rob Lyons)
Commercial building and hardstand paving, clearing 3 Ha, earthworks 12,000m3, paving 23,600m2 and kerbing. Petropulos Builders, Jim Petropulos
Boral Transport Yard
Upgrade 32,000m2 of paving to allow for new drainage and access lanes to refurbished yard. Petropulos Builders, Jim Petropulos
Wool Scourers
Hard stand and filling to existing building storage pit 2500m3 and 12,300m2 paving. Cocos Drive Bibra Lake. Petropulos Builders, Jim Petropulos
Henderson HISmelt
23,000m2 roads upgrade, paving to load out areas, some drainage, 6000m2 brickpaving. (Job halted ½ way due to Rio Tinto downturn)
68 lot Subdivision, 6000m2 roads, walls, services offsite 500m away connections, power and storm-water. Engage Environmental Scientists and implement DEC Audit to Classified Site. Completed 2 weeks ahead of schedule.
Civil Engineering Group & DH &W – Gordon Roberts
Central Ave Hazelmere
Road rebuild, 10,000m2 including drainage, for
McMahon Burnett Transport
McDowell Afflect
T & L Transport, earthworks to building and paving,
8800m2, Premier Builders.
Barfield Road
Subdivsion, Hammond Park, Earthworks, walls, full services, 1500m2 roads, imported fill.
BPA Engineers.
Client Gary Ralston 0418948960
Belgravia Estate Stages 7, 7A & 8
Satterly Property Group / DoH
78 lots in 3 stages, Full Earthworks, 12,000m3 ASS Treatment, 5000m3 of walls, 11,000m2 roads, 2.5 km of sewer, storm water, 2.9km of underground power and services. Complete to titles handover.
Engineer Cossill & Webley
Client: Paul Easthope 0417990683
Clarkson Trade training Centre
Full Civil works start to finish, Clear, 17,000m3 cut to fill,
$500k Limestone, soil nail and Precast Walls, detailed earthwork and 4000m2 car-park.
Client Pindan Richard Noble 0413058439
High Wycombe
32 lot Subdivision, 3000m2 roads, walls, services offsite 400m away connections, power and storm-water. Engage Environmental Scientists and implement DEC Audit to Classified Site. Completed 2 weeks ahead of schedule.
McDowell Afflect Eddie Bunda 9274 6444/0418954490 – Client Bill Bagga, Bagga Group / 0412434444
Joondalup Drive Widening
Full Civil works start to finish, traffic management over Xmas. New roundabouts, entries, moving and new services, landscaping accommodation. New paths crossings, intersection modification. 11000m2 asphalt.
Client City of Wanneroo
Contact Phil Calley 9405 5000 (mornings only)
Engineer Cossill & Webley, Andrew Todd
9422 5800/0429120595
GE Oil + Gas Jandakot.(last 18 months)
Full Civil works start to finish, traffic management,
12,000m3 cut to spoil, 23,000m2 hardstand, 9,500m2 asphalt, 9m deep dewatered hole in ASS Soils, testing pit.
Miscellaneous civil works
Client Commercial Industrial Properties (Sydney)
Contact Robert Blazley (Australian Construction Manager- 0438708345/02-95061400
McMahon Construction
Hardstanding yard, 10000m2 Welshpool
Negotiated, Inductions 2/11/2011
Rocky Bay Inc.
Parking up grade, extension to services, gas water, sewer, landscaping, entry to Administration. Upgrade to stormwater,
Client Rocky Bay Inc. Peter Wood
Architect EIW. – Rebekah Brewster (08) 9381 4844
Banksia Grove FEW
300 Lots to forward earthwork and major sand export
ATCO Hope Valley
Initaially FEW but has since included 1.5km limestone retaining walls, 5 storm Traps (up to 350m3 storage), 2km storm water and paving layer to under side of bricks.
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I was really pleased with how they turned out in the end and was sad to part with them, but the recipient liked them which is the main thing.
A place to share my flutterby thoughts, ideas and creations with like-minded friends
Monday, 27 March 2017
Alice in Wonderland trio of ATCs
One of the Yahoo groups I'm in had an ATC swap with the brief being 'Mixed media set of 3'. At the time I had minimal supplies to hand and was working on the kitchen table - that brought back memories of when I first started crafting; boy am I glad I don't have to do that these days! I found my old Alice book and AIW stamps, grabbed some gelli prints from the huge stash I seem to have accumulated and some washi tape and got going. This is the result:
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That which can be destroyed by the truth should be."
- P.C. Hodgell
Successful entrepreneurs do bold experiments and don't expect them to work but do expect to learn - interview
Learn physical agility from the amazing Stephen Jepson - web site
The evidence against epidemiological evidence continues to grow. 52 claims debunked by clinical trials. - paper
Wonderful find: AgileLeanLife.com
Manage your time 70/20/10 - good short article
"The problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are so certain of themselves, and wiser people are full of doubts." - Bertrand Russel
Engineering Serendipity - productivity on the margin of error
Accuracy of Physician Self-assessmentCompared With Observed Measures of Competence - a systematic review (your doctor's ability to self-assess is very limited).
Dilbert creator Scott Adams SAYS IT: You don't need passion or goals, you need a SYSTEM - wow!
Woz says: "Listen to your introverts" - Forbes article
Organizational Agility: How Businesses can Survive and Thrive in Turbulent Times - special report by the Economist
Why millenials are disengaged and what we can do about it - inc.com article
Ricardo Semler on doing things very differently - a great TED talk
Twelve cognitive biases that affect all of us - even those of us who study them religiously.
FDA approves basket studies - paves the way for multi-drug trials.
Should healthy people get screened for possible killer diseases? Probably mostly pretty much no - ScienceBasedMedicine review of the literature on screening.


text: It's now spring which means many of us are spring cleaning our homes and thinking about redecorating - a good deep clean and reshuffle is on my agenda today. I figure now's the best time to introduce some new-in home pieces from my fave places on the web. I've included lots of colour because the weather today is grey and moody and not at all spring-like. Enjoy!


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Department Mission statement
As Arabic teachers, we want to give our students an understanding of Arabic in a variety of contexts. We want to provide them with the knowledge of Arabic vocabulary and structures. We aim to develop their language learning skills. We aim to develop their ability to communicate effectively in Arabic. We want to develop their awareness and understanding of countries and communities where Arabic is spoken.
In the Quran, it says, "and say, "My Lord, increase me in knowledge." (Surat Taha 20:114)
Key Stage 4:
EdExcel GCSE Arabic
All candidates will be required to demonstrate ability to:
- Listen – Understand and respond to the spoken language
- Read – Understand and respond to written language
- Write – Communicate in writing
- Speak – Communicate in speaking
Number of lessons per week: 3 lessons
Board followed:
EdExcel – The Arabic specification can be found here.


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NORTH BERWICK, Maine — Graduates of the Noble Adult Education program entered the auditorium to a barrage of flashbulbs and cheers on Monday night at Noble High School. Proud families and friends watched on as the graduates made their way to the stage, the last step before receiving their certificates and diplomas.
Noble Adult and Community Education Director Brenda Gagne congratulated the graduates, and said "these lifelong learners have lit an inner candle."
The guest speaker for the ceremony was York County Community College Admissions Director Fred Quistgard. He shared his personal story of losing his mother and girlfriend in a car accident, and his father's diagnosis with cancer, all while he was in college.
"A lot of times people think life is black and white, but it's shades of gray for everybody," he said.
"Life is short and precious, and we should try to make a difference whenever possible," Quistgard told the students.
Student speaker Kimberlee Werner told the audience that she will be the first in her mother's family to participate in a graduation ceremony. She thanked her mother, and told the audience she plans on attending college soon.
"I'm ready to see the future," said student speaker Alicia Garneau. She has been accepted to Granite State College, and while she doesn't know what career path she wants to follow, she does know that she wants "to help people like they've helped me."
The last student speaker, Corrina Greeley, shared her personal tragedy that was her motivating factor in getting her GED. After her mother died in a car accident involving a drunken driver, she decided she would go back to school.
"I now have a license, a GED, and most importantly, my mother smiling down on me," she told the crowd. She dedicated her GED to her mother, "the person who believed in me all along," she said.
Noble Adult Ed announces its graduates for the Class of 2007.
High School Diploma Graduates: Mark Anderson, Jonathan L. Connors, Charlene L. Doucette, Melissa A. Flores, Susan Harrington Hatfield, Brandy L. Hurd, Jerry Moeng, Justin P. Thibodeau, Kimberlee E. Werner;
GED Graduates: Najee Abdul-Baseer, Gary T. Alden, Christine M. Arsenault, John B. Baggett, Ashley E. Bailey, Steven Baker, Destiny P. Banet, John R. Bautista, Nicholas D. Berard, Ryan T. Berg, Frank J. Bethoney, Andral A. Bobb, Steven A. Bohn, John F. Bond, Joseph E. Bond, Richard Bonet Jr., Evan W. Bourassa, Amanda M. Braswell, Richard J. Briere, Jamie L. Bunavicz, Eric C. Burns, John P. Butler, Brendan J. Cabral, Andrew J. Capuano, Zachary O. Carello, Andrew D. Champagne, Chadwick Clubine, Ross J. Cofske, Christopher E. Coleman Jr., Jeffrey S. Conkey, Paula Conner, Joseph E. Cote, Andrew P. Crampton, Cory E. Davis, Jason B. Davie, Jerel R. Davis, Joseph A. Delacruz, Suzanne V. Demirel, Gabriel J. Deniger, Keith S. Dixon, Samuel Dorr, Keri-Anne M. Dostie, Joseph T. Driscoll, Lynn C. Dunham, Jonathan Duque, Westley T. Elwell, John C. Enzweiler, Kenny Fernandez, Paul Fisher, Donald M. Fletcher Jr., Mitchell L. Fortin, Michael Gagan, Monica A. Garcia, Alicia M. Garrneau, William J. Getchus, Jr., Hardy Golden, David E. Goode, Jared Gouin, Jordan Graham, Corrina L. Greeley, Mark W. Greenlaw, Evan V. Guida, Dylan T. Harmon, Jonathan L. Harris, Cody J. Hazard, Kristen M. Houston, Karie Hovey, Jennifer N. Hutchins, Kevin R. Jacques, Steven C. Janocha Jr., Michael E. Justice, Alana L. Kendall, David Kennedy, Michael P. Kent, John P. Kling, Gregory E. LaBelle, Joshua R. Lafountaine, Michael B. Lahey, Justin P. Latham, Kevin J. Lavalliere, John A. Leary, Jeffrey J. LeBlanc, Amber L. LeClerc, Paul T. Lewis, Amy E. Lisowski, Jacob J. Locke, Nathan J. Lynch, Ryan J. Marr, Martin J. McIssac, Robert B. McIver Jr., Gail M. McNamara, Maury J. Maderios, Derrick M. Mello, Thomas O. Mercurio, Brandon C. Meserve, John G. Messina, Christopher R. Metayer, Lucas Miranda, Luis M. Morales, Michael D. Murphy, Ryan M. Neveu, Arianna G. Obertautsch, Kevin J. O'Connor, Benjamin L. O'Nore, Casey S. Owens, Denzel K. Pendarvis, Juan R. Perez, Amanda L. Perry, Richard P. Pflug, Brian Pinentel, Matthew F. Pinheiro, Jeffrey E. Potvin, Derek C. Purdy, Kyle J. Raia, Melvin Ramos, Amanda L. Ricker, Gregory S. Rideout, Richard R. Riley, Roger N. Rocray, Alex Rodriguez-Kelley, Nathan J. Ross, Richard M. Rossi II, Logan J. Rourke, John P. Saba, Timothy N. Sargent, Katelyn M. Schnare, Carolyn M. Seaverns, Seth H. Sequeira, Justen A. Sharpe, Abraham Sierra Jr., Nicholas S. Smola, Daniel M. Snow, Marc C. Spencer, Jeremy J. Spulick, Shaun B. Standeven, Tiffany Summa, Julia A. Sweet, Steven M. Tevyaw, Priscilla E. Torres, Jeffrey T. Trudel, Rebbecca L. Tuck, Joshua J. Vazquez, Gabriel Vieira, Trusha Vilvar, Nicholas E. Viveiros, Cameron J. Warner, Eric M. Weilburg, Joshua A. Westfall, Jonathan Whiteley, Jason M. Wilson, Ashley B. Worell, Heather M. Worell Amanda Wyman, Lucas G. York.
Clerical Certificate Program Graduates: Cathy Penney, Elizabeth Dyer.
Noble Adult Education holds graduation ceremony
NORTH BERWICK, Maine — Graduates of the Noble Adult Education program entered the auditorium to a barrage of flashbulbs and cheers on Monday night at Noble High School. Proud families and friends watched on as the graduates made their way to the stage, the last step before receiving their certificates and diplomas.


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How about Nene down the stretch!
Nuggets center Nene got nasty down the stretch against the Lakers.
It was nice to see the big guy play aggressive in key stretches, and his efforts were huge – huuuuge – in Denver's win on Thursday.
With 1:31 left and the game tied at 94, Nene knocked away a pass and forced a Lakers shot-clock violation. Then, on the other end, the Brazilian attacked the paint and drew a foul, hitting one free throw — 95-94.
And on the very next Lakers possession, Nene clawed the ball from Pau Gasol, pounced onto the flow and snatched Denver possession. Carmelo Anthony was fouled with 44.2 seconds and hit two free throws – 97-94. The Nuggets, of course, went on to win.
Overall, Nene didn't have an overwhelming night – he had 11 points and seven rebounds – but a few things stood out.
For one, he tallied four assists.
He also got to the foul line 10 times, a number indicative of said aggressiveness (though, it would be nice if he made more than just seven of the shots).


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The Agile ALM Infrastructure
Enterprises often find themselves in a position where a myriad of point tools have been deployed in various teams to address specific, tactical problems. Over time, the number of tools grows. Bi-directional interfaces may in some cases be written and deployed, but as new versions of the underlying tools are released the interfaces must be updated, or the tools are simply not kept up to date. A combination of 1) easy-to-acquire and isolated open source and agile point tools, 2) disconnected and incompatible groupware tools, 3) expensive and limited legacy systems, and 4) source code contributions from internal, external and open source communities, is leading to:
• Divergent, brittle and expensive-to-maintain development tools and processes;
• Lack of effective collaboration and leverage across teams;
• Limited visibility and implementation of common processes;
• Limited control of Intellectual Property (IP).
Organizations can better knit themselves together together with an integrated ALM platform that incorporates issue tracking, version control, build and test management, and release management. The system must provide traceability across the lifecycle, such that any change in any asset can be traced back to the issue that prompted the change in the first place.
Agile development processes are increasingly becoming mainstream in the enterprise. In fact, almost half of all development teams in enterprise development shops engage in agile development today, with 84% stating that Agile is used somewhere in their company. Effective adoption of Agile development requires an ALM infrastructure that fully supports it. The infrastructure itself must be adaptable and flexible, while at the same time delivering the governance, security and traceability enterprises need.
An Agile ALM infrastructure delivers huge benefits to the enterprise:
1. Increases developer productivity, as teams share best practices for development and deployment
2. Improves quality, ensuring that final application meets the needs and expectations of users
3. Accelerates development and improves time to market
4. Enhances collaboration and optimizes information flow.


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Back in 1955, CONAD (handing it off to NORAD a few years later) began "tracking" Santa on Christmas Eve night for children to call in and get his current location. Starting in 2004, that information … [Read more...]
The technology behind Google's "Santa Tracker"
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Google I/O begins today
June 25, 2014
Google I/O, the company's annual conference, begins today in San Francisco. There's no word if we'll see anything for Google Earth unveiled, but Google Maps will certainly have a solid presence. … [Read more...]


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octophonic / ambisonic
thomas voyce
13 january — 4 february 2017
Environmental sound composer Thomas Voyce brings an 8-channel (octophonic) speaker system to Toi Pōneke Gallery for an immersive surround sound listening experience.
Using the ambisonic recording technique developed by Michael Gerzon in the 1970s, Thomas presents a collection of recordings, electroacoustic compositions and collaborative fixed-media works, including recent works created during his PhD research, alongside new recordings to be made as part of his tenure as the first Toi Pōneke/New Zealand School of Music Sound Artist in Residence.
Though Thomas has been working with environmental recordings as a source for composition for more than 20 years, Octophonic/Ambisonic represents his first public installation outside of an electroacoustic studio environment.
Thomas' installations will be part of a larger programme, where invited members of the sonic arts community will create opportunities for the public to experience their work.
Spatialising Wellington - Friday 13 January 5.30pm
SMP Ensemble - Thursday 26 January 7.00pm
Works for Loudspeakers - Sunday 29 January 6.00 - 8.00pm
Other exhibitions
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Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Sisley's Phyto-Lip Twist
Sisley's Phyto-Lip Twist is a multi-purpose tool that delivers colors, comfort, shine and precision with its pencil texture that can be applied straight onto the lips like a lipstick, to define and color them in a single step. From the sheerest to the most intense, satisfy all your make-up desires and match all styles. Two plant origin active ingredients provide the performance for this soothing treatment: Phytosqualane -derived from olive oil, which maintains the suppleness and elasticity of the skin for visibly moisturized and protected lips. Commiphora resin extract, one of the oldest fragrance substances similar to Myrrh, used in ayurvedic medicine, smooths the lips and contours with a firming effect. Wrinkle depth is reduced. Glossy, film-forming polymers deliver radiance, softness and excellent hold. A glossy ester complex provides the perfect balance between a glide-on application and a smoothing sensation. Retail price S$58.00 each.
Saturday, November 30, 2013
Supremya Yeux from Sisley
Enriched with Phyto-complex LC12, targeting on eye contour issue like dark circles, puffiness, lack of firmness in the eyelids, crow's feet and wrinkles. Eyes appear fresher in the morning, fine lines are visibly reduced, crow's feet wrinkles are smoothed, dark circles are visibly lightened, under eye puffiness is reduced, thanks to the active ingredients like Acai extract, Yeast extract, Caffeine extract, Oat kernel extract, Extract of Padina pavonica, Extract of Peptidic Soy, Adenosine, Vegetal Glycerin, Plum Kernel oil, Shea butter & Natural Alpha-bisabolol. Does not contain fragrance or essential oils and airless pump-dispenser bottle. The cream-serum texture of Supremya Yeux is fine, fresh and delicate. With each application it provides an instant decongesting sensation. Product tolerance has been tested under dermatological and ophthalmological control. It is suitable for sensitive eyes and skin. Retail price S$345 at all Sisley counter as well as Sisley Beauty Boutique in Paragon #14-09.
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
YSL 2013 Christmas Makeup Collection - Parisian Nights
Blush Radiance - Palette Rue deBabylone
Pure Chromatics - Palette Avenue Marceau
Touche Eclat - 1 Luminous Radiance and 2 Luminous Ivory
Rouge Pur Couture - 55 Luminous Red, 56 Luminous Vanilla, 57 Luminous Pink and 58 Luminous Mauve
La Lacque Couture - 12 Rose Renaissance and 29 Dore Orferve
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Cle de peau BEAUTE 2013 Christmas Collection - Enchanted Winter Garden
"Capturing the vibrant color, beauty and wonder of an English country garden in full bloom, I envision a magical, wintry scene with a multitude of delicate petals gently floating down stream, frozen in time." - Lucia Pieroni
Eye & Cheek Palette
Cream Blusher - Rosy Frost
Wintry Pencil Bouquet - Total of five crayons: three new, exclusive eye pencils in 1 purple grey, 2 bronzey red, and 3 pearly gol and two lip pencils in 4 deep red, and 5 mauve pink.
Monday, October 14, 2013
Brigitte Silky Gel Liner
Brigitte Silky Gel Liner - This is a gel eyeliner in a pencil form! As most gel liner usually come in the jar container, and it dry up easily! But this gel eyeliner pencil is convenient and easy to used compare to others! Is super lasting after application just like using those gel liner! You can find Brigitte at major Watsons in Singapore.
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Monday, September 16, 2013
Philips Visa Pure
I've been using this Philips Visa Pure for nearly two weeks now, I must say this is really a great electrical facial cleansing device! Is gently yet effective! Was a bit worry that given my sensitive skin I may not like it but it totally change my point of view after the first try. As mention, this electrical facial cleansing device is ten times more effective than hand cleansing. The face can be divided into three zones:T-zone, left cheek and right cheek. Philips VisaPure suggests to change face skin area after 20 seconds with a short pause. The full program lasts 1 minute after which Philips VisaPure automatically switches off after to prevent overtreatment. Philips VisaPure is waterproof and can be easily used in the shower. 2 brushes are included with Philips VisaPure: 1 for Normal skin and 1 specifically designed for Sensitive skins. An Exfoliating Brush Head is available separately, with exfoliating effect to gently remove dull and dead skin cells. The stand elegantly complements the iconic design of Philips VisaPure. It holds the brush, taking less space and letting air naturally dry the used brush. When connected it fully charges Philips VisaPure in 6 hours. When fully charged, Philips VisaPure has cordless power for 30 uses, equivalent to 15 days when used twice per day.
Monday, September 9, 2013
HoneyMania from The Body Shop
Dip into nature's exquisite honey moisture with The Body Shop Honeymania! This bath & body collection that's enriched with wild honey goodness for skin that feels as nourished and fragrant as if it had dipped in honey itself. Made with Community Fair Trade honey from Ethlopla, this rich, wild-harvested floral honey is good for your skin and good for the environment. Honey is Mother Nature's gourmand secret. Prized for its deliciously sweet taste and aroma, honey is also a natural moisturizer known for its ability to soften, smooth and nourish skin. This collection included Lip Balm, Soap, Eau de Toilette, Bubble Bath Melt, Shower Gel, Body Scrub and Body Butter. Price from $6.90 to $30.90.
Saturday, August 31, 2013
GOSH Cosmetics from SaSa Singapore
GOSH Cosmetics i san innovative and trendy cosmetics brand from Denmark that has been turning heads for more than 25 years and is currently represented in over 80 countries worldwide and soon also exclusively in SaSa Singapore. GOSH Cosmetics is known for its colorful and innovative products that are fun and inspiring to use. The products are produced by GOSH Cosmetics itself in Denmark - in the highest quality, mostly free of perfumes and parabenes and are therefore ideal for all kind of skin types. Upcoming fashion and beauty trends as well as new consumer needs are the source of inspiration and the starting point for GOSH Cosmetics for continuously developing new and exciting products for the consumer that demands more than the ordinary and daring and experimental. The broad products range leaves nothing to be desired and allows the consumer to match and underline their own individual style.
Friday, August 16, 2013
CYBER COLORS HD Aura Foundation Series from SaSa
Traditional foundation products aim merely at covering up facial imperfections deploying single direction reflection technology, resulting in dull and unhealthy skin looks, often with thick or non-conforming powder layer producing unnatural mask-like effect. With the global development that audio-visuals are going high-definition, so are foundation products such as makeup base. New generation multi-angle reflection technology helps to cover up imperfections, lifting and enhancing complexion's inner radiance, empowering high definition nude makeup sparkling with three-dimensional healthy glow leaving a fresh and clear finish.
The brand new HD Aura Foundation Series comprises 5 products, namely, makeup base, gel foundation, cream foundation, powdery foundation and finish powder, all of which are manufactured in Japan with the state-of-the-art technology. Unlike traditional foundation products relying on uni-direction reflection, Aura composite powder features 360° soft-focus reflection technology, enabling the blurring and covering of pores and fine lines on skin in a second, delivering you an absolutely flawless base makeup glowing with ultimate radiance. Specially derived to give high spreadibility, breathability,and concealability, and at the same time offering moisturizing ingredients to soften skin textures instantaneously. Resuming whiter nature, your skin will flourish with clear, smooth, and luminous finish viewing from any angle. SPF component is also added to give your skin extra protection from UV damage.
3 Major HD Ingredients - Unique ingredients in HD Aura Foundation Series
1. Aura Composite Powder (360° reflection enhances the concealing effect)
2. Polyurethane powder (fills up fine lines, covers imperfection)
3. Effective moisturizing ingredient (prevents the loss of moisture, giving your skin a bright and watery radiance that lasts all day long)
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Glam-it!™'s GlamPact™ was made for today's women on-the-go
Most existing makeup compacts contain pre-sorted colors and makeup combinations, limiting your ability to customize palettes to best suit your unique needs. Glam-it!™ is here to change the way you make up with GlamPact™, the first and revolutionary light up all-in-one beauty compact that fits in the palm of your hand. With its LED lined mirror that can be switched on and off, enabling touch ups anywhere, GlamPact™ outshines existing compacts and makeup organizers by offering unparalleled convenience, functionality and customization. GlamPact™ makeup contains potent moisturizing and anti-aging clinical skincare ingredients and botanical extracts, to make you look and feel great inside and out! With GlamPact™'s refill system and a growing collection of makeup including pressed CC powder, blush/bronzer/highlighter, eyeshadows, and lip rouges, you can easily select and "snap in" new refills, colors, and looks. GlamPact™ includes basic makeup brushes and tools, and a USB cable to recharge your mirror, allowing you to glam up anytime, anywhere! GlamPact compact available in Pink and Black.
Retail Price: HKD 800
Available in Black or Light Pink on Glam-it.com/GlamPact and Glam-it!™ flagship store (1/F, 9 Humphreys Ave, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong).
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
One-stop cosmetic specialty store SaSa is proud to announce that it is one of the supporting sponsors for My Singapore 2013 – "Shine Singapore", a charity project launched in conjunction with Singapore 48th National Day.
'My Singapore 2013' is an annual movement created by singer-songwriter Lorraine Tan with an aim of spreading kindness and encouraging fellow Singaporeans to help the less fortunate in any way possible.
Every year, an original song will be composed and sung by Lorraine as she carries out the donation drive with a group of volunteers. This year, the chosen beneficiary is The Straits Times' School Pocket Money Fund.
The "My Singapore 2013" charity project has benefited many less fortunate for the past three years, and SaSa is delighted to be part of this meaningful project and able to give back to the community. Other than being a supporting sponsor, SaSa will be raising fund through the sales of My Singapore 2013 – "Shine Singapore" T-shirts and CDs at participating SaSa stores, and hope that customers can do their part for charity while making themselves beautiful.
Limited edition My Singapore 2013 - "Shine Singapore" T-shirts (available in small and medium size) are for sales at $50 each at selected SaSa stores (Jurong Point, Bugis Junction, Wisma Atria, Causeway Point, Plaza Singapura, Holland Village and Tampines 1).
My Singapore 2013 - "Shine Singapore" CD are for sale at $19.90 each at all SaSa stores. Sales will end on 31st August2013 or while stock last. Proceeds will go to The Straits Times' School Pocket Money Fund.
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Cle De Peau BEAUTE 2013 Fall Makeup Collection
La Beauté des Roses Satin Eye Colors - 119, 120 and 121. Three new Satin Eye Colors inspired by vintage jewels and contain argan tree oil and Hydro-Wrap Complex.
Extra Rich Lipstick - Total of 30 new shades with three formulas. Satin (creamy) , Silk (smooth) And Velvet (matte and more intense colors).New Lipstick Holder & La Beauté des Roses Lip Liner Pencils - 201, 202, 203, 204, 205 to go with the lipsticks.
Monday, August 5, 2013
Mystic Mettalics Fall 2013 collection from Dior
5 Couleurs Mystic Metallics - Bonne Etoile & Constellation
3 Couleurs Smoky - Smoky Blue & Silver Glow
Diorliner - Plum
Diorshow Fusion Mono Eyeshadow
001 Lune, 021 Etoile, 081 Aventure, 281 Cosmos, 381 Milenium, 661 Meteore, 821 Chimere & 881 Hypnotique
Beige Jacket, Amber Show, Brown Milly, Mauve Princess, Pink Diorette & Redissimo.
Rouge Serum - Mystery Pink Serum & Mystery Purple Serum
Dior Addict Extreme - Gri-Gri, Mystic & Bonne Aventure
Dior Addict Gloss - Magic, Charm, Merveille & Ensorcelante
Monday, July 29, 2013
The hottest makeup looks this A/W 2013.
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Camomile Make-up Removal Collection from The Body Shop
This Sep2013, The Body Shop will be launching their New Camomile Make-up Removal Collection! Enriched with the pure calming power of Camomile, smooth, gentle in texture. With every breath, enjoy the dewy, green notes of Camomile fragrance and revel in the fresh, silky-soft sensation of your cleansed skin. Camomile is an amazing skincare ingredient with calming properties. This Camomile oil is from a family-run co-operative in Norfolk, England. The flowers are grown without pesticides and are harvested at the perfect time to ensure absolute quality.
Super like their Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter! A luxurious velvety butter melts into smooth cushioning oil to effortlessly remove every layer of make-up in an instant. Beside this Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter, this latest Make-up Removal Collection also include Gentle Eye Make-up Remover, Waterproof Eye Make-up Remover, Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil.
Available in all Body Shop 2 September 2013.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Biore Aqua Jelly Makeup Remover
The latest Biore Aqua Jelly Makeup Remover was voted the No.1 Makeup Remover in Japan. With unique jelly texture that glides easily onto skin, gentle formula dissolves even the most stubborn eye makeup thoroughly yet it wash off easily and skin feels immediately clean and refreshed without sticky or greasy feeling. With moisturizing essence formula to nourish and hydrate skin plus because of the smooth jelly texture, it glide on easily and the thick consistency also cushions hand pressure on skin, minimizing pulling and tugging during cleansing especially great around the delicate eye area.
Biore Aqua Jelly Makeup Remover is available at all leading pharmacies, selected supermarkets and hypermarkets. Retail price is $24.90 for 230ml.
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Urban Decay De-Stick Mattifying Powder
Have been looking for some mattifying products for a while and I'm glad to received this Urban Decay De-Stick Mattifying Powder from Singapore Sephora recently. This is a great mattifying compact powder. Love the smooth texture and goes with all skin tones. Great for people with oily skin!
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Biore UV Aqua Rich Whitening Cream
Have just received The New Biore UV Aqua Rich Whitening Cream. From Japan's number one sunscreen brand "Biore", your daily skincare routine just become much simple. This new UV Aqua Rich Whitening Cream with high SPF 50+PA+++ protection is formulated with naturally derived Chamomile extract, which is a very gentle yet effective skin lightening ingredient to prevent dark spots for a fairer complexion. Beside the high UV protector also contains superior long lasting Double UV Block that shields skin against skin ageing damage and sun burns caused by harmful UVA and UVB rays. Its unique water based formula is refreshingly light on skin and leaves behind only a weightless, invisible finished. Also contains moisturizing ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid and Citrus Extract to hydrate and soften skin that is suitable for all skin types. Really love the light weight texture and leaving skin feeling refreshed and moisturized without stickiness or greasiness feeling.
Biore UV Aqua Rich Whitening Cream is available in al leading pharmacies, selected supermarkets and hypermarkets from 16 June 2013 retailing at S$18.90 for 33g pack.
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Anna Sui 2013 Autumn Collection Theme - Rose Ring Rouge
It's Anna Sui Cosmetics 15th Anniversary this year and this Autumn Collection is a medley of all her truly iconic and extraordinary items from the past 15 years to show the great appreciation from fans' support. Anna would like to thank to all her fans by bringing the "gift and kisses". A beautifully designed like a luxurious antique piece of jewelry - a purple gem surrounded by Anna's beloved Rose Ring Rouge. This giant gothic style of ring is Anna's favorite and she wear it all the time. It also represents the best to the evolution of Anna Sui Cosmetics 15th Anniversary, the first debut of Ring Rouge was in 2001, the design was Anna Sui's signature rose blossom ring; Ring Rouge has also been launched in different designs and colors in different seasons after 2001. This new design emphasizes the classic gothic style of Ann Sui brand element that offers Clear Gloss Oil that provides a superior fit and forms a thick, even cosmetic film which ensures glamorous lips that stay glossy for a long time. Total of 8 shades and retail price at S$39.00 launching in Aug 2013.
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Monndust sparkly eyeshadow by Urban Decay
New technology gives Moondust an amazing effect not found in traditional pressed-powder shadows. It feels like a cream but goes on like a powder to create a smooth, brilliantly reflective look. The result? Sexy, twinkling sparkle with a ton of depth and movement. (And a LOT of questions about what you're wearing!)
Recommended by UD applying Moondust with your fingers. For extra intense color payout, try it wet. You can find them at Singapore Sephora stores.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Dr. Ci:Labo Moisture Deo Soap Cool Men
This is one of the greatest skin care cleanser for men! Beside using it for the face, you can even use as body cleanser as well as hair shampoo! Great for guys who's always on the run or use it after gym! Cleansing is very important to prevent odor caused by sweat, aging. Accumulated sebum, dirt, sweat on the skin causes oxidation and bacteria's propagation leading to odor. Men's skin has about double amount of sebum compared to women's skin and so, removing sebum and dirt by properly-cleansing is must-do for deodorant. "Moisture Deo Soap Cool Men" is the whole body cleanser specialized for male specific skin troubles. Containing charcoal to act on sebum adsorption and two kinds o fnatural clay to act on cleansing, with three kinds of Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen and 11 kinds of amino acid and Lipisure that helps to moisturize dry skin yet balancing of sebum and moisture on the skin. 220ml at S$35.00.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Lancome 5 colors eye shadow palette by Alber Elbaz.
Just Received beautifully designed 5 colors palette from Lancome by Alber Elbaz. Really love the combination of colors! These makeup collection feature Elbaz by dressing up four of the best-selling eye shadow palettes. "The real theme running throught the collection is the eyes and roundness forms," Elbaz explains. The eyeshadow palettes feature a mix of wonderfully soft shadows for days and smoldering smoky shades for night, the intense contrast shade are doubles as liner or shadow.
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Lancome Hypnôse Star Mascara Waterproof
Lancome's Hypnose Mascara is always one of my favorite! This latest Hypnose Star Mascara Waterproof create show-stopping eyes with dual-sided brush leaves lashes looking volumised and curled.
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Special power eye lash curler from Sana Japan
Was working with Ms Zoe Tay for a photo shoot for magazine few weeks ago and she was telling me about this wonderful eyelash curler that she've found from Japan. And later she even asked someone to buy this for me. Thank you very much my dear!
What really make this eyelash curler different from others are the size of this curler really suite Asian's eye feature plus the rubber pad, or maybe they're make of silicon and it will not cut the lashes that easy. This eyelash curler is from the brand Sana, really hope that they should bring in Singapore soon!
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Modereal Perfect gel eyeliner from Narisup
Love this rich creamy gel eyeliner that helps to emphasize the eyes! With 24 hours waterproof effect that strongly against swear, water and tears without smudging and deep in a dark black color tone.
Find out more from https://www.facebook.com/NarisUpCosmeticsSingapore
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Sonic Lift Special multi-functions beauty equipment from Dr. Ci:Labo
A great news for people with busy schedule and don't really have time to go for facial treatment in beauty salon, now you can DIY by using this Sonic Lift Special multi-functions beauty equipment from Dr. Ci:Labo. With four major functions - Ultrasonic, Ion extraction/Introduction and LED Photo treatment. Is almost like you have the whole beauty salon treatment at home! Great for sagging and aging skin problem. There's video from Youtube that show more information :
S$547.00 at
2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard #B3-41
Singapore 238801,
Tel 6238 8395. Find out more from
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Dior 2013 Summer Makeup Collection - Bird of Paradise
Dior 5 Couleur Eyeshadow Palette (limited edition) - 434 Peacock & 374 Blue Lagoon
Diorshow Mono Eyeshadow (new) - 273 Parati
Diorskin Nude Tan Paradise Duo (limited edition) - Coral Glow & Pink Glow
I Couleur Eye Gloss (limited edition) - 740 Zenith & 530 Golden Sand
Lip Maximizer Collagen Activ (limited edition) 001 Pink- Lip care system that boosts volume instantly and restructures in the long term thanks to a unique blend of hyaluronic and marine-based fillers that smooth, moisturize and leave lips irresistibly plump.
Diorskin Nude Tan BB cream
Jelly Lip Pen (New & limited edition)
516 Copacabana, 476 Ilhabela, 636 Carioca & 656 Gaia
Dior Addict Lipstick (limited edition)
771 Passionnee, 751 Exotique, 471 Flamingo & 431 On The Beach
Dior Vernnis Duo (limited edition)
Bahia (Green and Fuchsia) and Samba (metallic green and mint)
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Message Board
Welcome to the Message Board. Here you can post messages for others to read and respond to. You can chat about your rounds, local course conditions, current golf events, or just about anything. Post a message now or click on the subject of a message to post a reply. You can also subscribe to the RSS feed to get updates whenever a new message is posted.
|Course Recommendations
|Brian at 3/3/16 12:07pm
|Looking to meet a friend between here and Winston Salem. Any recommendations? How is Irish Creek? Played Warrior a few years ago. Not sure what the latest is on it.
|Re: looking for indoor golf
|slowmofo at 1/15/16 11:51am
|Not open yet, but this place is awesome
|Christmas golf
|Mike at 12/24/15 10:42am
|Any courses open? I know there's a shotgun start somewhere. But like an idiot I deleted that email.
|looking for indoor golf
|dyork at 12/21/15 4:06pm
|Does anyone know of any indoor golf facilities with simulators in the area? Doesn't have to be anything official, could be a bar with a sim or an all out training facility.
Thanks in advance
|Regent Park
|Nate at 12/20/15 8:48pm
|Regent Park hasn't been officially sold so they are still running as normal. Which yes, means the course is in eh shape.
|Regent Park
|dongtrgolfer at 11/16/15 4:04pm
|Regent Park to close early next year. Played last week and could tell the maintenance just not occurring.
|Re: Charlotte Golf
|dirishoh at 10/13/15 7:31pm
|thanks for the recommendations...once I decide you are more then welcome
|Re: Charlotte Golf
|dyork at 10/13/15 4:51pm
|Hey, I just moved down here myself from Philly a few months ago...
I've played Renaissance Park Golf Course which isn't too far from where you're staying. Its no Glen Mills, but it has some very unique holes and a lot of potential, just that ownership doesn't seem to give a damn about maxing out its potential. This would be a good budget-friendly option.
Further south I've played Tega Cay, in South Carolina. Great course all around, easy front 9, challenging back 9. Course is always in great condition... problem is, its not exactly a quick cab ride away... but worth considering and probably best bang for your buck.
I haven't played the golf club at Ballantyne yet, but hear great things about it. The head pro there has been on the golf ch! annel a couple times. This is pricier, and again, a bit of a distance if you're travelling by Uber, but if you're looking for a luxury experience I would recommend it. Might even join you if I was invited ;-) (being my birthday weekend and all).
There's a little 9 hole course near your hotel on South Blvd... can't say I've heard much about it, or played there... but its 9 holes and owned by the city so, play at your own risk.
Hope this helps. Go Eagles!
|Charlotte Golf
|dirishoh at 10/13/15 12:20pm
|16 Phila. Eagle fans and golfers coming to Charlotte weekend of 10/23. Need recommendation on 2-3 must play courses while staying in Charlotte. Group handicaps range from 12- 25. Probably using Uber to get to and from courses so not too far from hotel on S. Tyron Street in Charlotte. Advice and recommendation greatly appreciated.
|Re: Best area for a golf trip?
|dongtrgolfer at 10/9/15 10:47am
|I would stay south in SC. Course choices are in order of my preference: Edgewater, Springfield, Tega Cay, Fort Mill, and Lancaster.
|Best area for a golf trip?
|Mohan at 10/7/15 7:56pm
|Hey what's up. I'm coming down to Charlotte with a few friends for a three day trip and we're trying to figure out the right area to stay. Looks like we can go north, east, and southwest (into SC). Any recommendations? We're looking for some fairly nice courses - nothing luxurious, we all shoot in the 80s and 90s.
Thanks for the help!
|Re: Water resistant golf courses?
|tvrepairex at 10/3/15 11:07am
|Eagle Chase near Marshville drains really well.Very Rare to have a cartpath only day.
|Re: Water resistant golf courses?
|oneputt at 10/2/15 8:15am
|Fort Mill is a course that drains well. Traps are also draining well.
|Water resistant golf courses?
|HateSlowPlay at 10/1/15 3:56pm
|With all the rain around, I would like to know which courses around here drain relatively well? Just in case the sun peeks out long enough to fool me into playing.
|NFL Pool
|The B-Man at 9/9/15 10:53pm
|As some of you know, one of my other hobbies besides golf has been running an NFL pool web site called The NFL Picks Page. I have been doing it for 20 seasons now believe it or not and the site has over 10,000 players that compete against each other and in their own private pools. If you are an NFL fan, check it out and see how you do picking the games each week:
The NFL Picks Page
|Rocky River?
|Bogey-Golf at 9/9/15 8:02pm
|Anybody play Rocky River lately? Is it in good shape?
|Golf Tournament For A Great Cause
|Stephanie at 9/3/15 3:04pm
|Join us on October 12th- Raintree Country Club
|Golfnow coupons
|Leednc at 9/3/15 12:25pm
|I received 2 $80 Golfnow coupons at a charity event and would like to sell them. I would use them myself but they require you to use the whole $80 at one time and because of work I mostly play M-F by myself so I'd waste half of it.
I'd like to get $50-60 apiece for them. (Bman, if this isn't allowed on your site I apologize and please remove the post)
|Charlotte National
|dongtrgolfer at 8/26/15 6:46pm
|Aerated on Monday (8/24) and Tuesday (8/25).
|Superintendent's Revenge Tournament at The Tradition
|The B-Man at 8/25/15 7:41am
|There is a unique 2-man tourney at The Tradition on Saturday 8/29 called "Superintendent's Revenge". For this Captain's Choice event, they set up the pins in the toughest spots and put some tees in challenging places. The price ($65, with a $25 discount for members) includes golf, dinner and a shot at all the prizes. Shotgun start at 1pm.
Call or email the course to get signed up.
|Re: Play golf alone
|PT3040 at 8/18/15 10:54pm
|This should be framed and posted on the first tee at every golf course!
|Lessons with a PGA Pro
|The B-Man at 8/10/15 7:27pm
|I took a lesson with Jay Reid at Birkdale 2 weeks ago and he helped solve a few nagging problems for me -- e.g. occasional shanks, no lob wedge confidence and poor chipping / bunker play -- literally in minutes. I took most of the hour practicing what he told me after a few minutes of video analysis and instruction. I was extremely happy with the results. He's partnered with me now to give anyone referred from my site $20 off a lesson or clinic -- just mention my web site when you make a reservation. Check out his site -- Jay Reid School of Golf -- and give him a shot at fixing your biggest swing problems. He's a PGA life member and taught at Dana Rader for 15 years.
|Re: Play golf alone
|The B-Man at 8/7/15 3:01pm
|You're welcome, beginnergolfguy. I hope you enjoy learning and playing the game.
A few tips on courses -- I think Revolution Park, Charles T Myers, and Charlotte National are among the best courses for beginners. And better yet, if you want to start with an executive course (all par 3's), you can try Pebble Creek in Indian Trail. That's where I learned to play and built my confidence over 15 years ago.
Also, for the rest, I think this is a good topic with some good advice. Playing as a single is something I do quite a bit -- for mostly personal schedule reasons. Either it's last minute and I can't find a partner before I get to the course or I've got only so much time to play and need to play fast. In those cases, it's ve! ry appropriate to tell the pro shop or starter that you'd like to play alone or have a time constraint. You might ask to start on the back nine or another hole where they have a gap. You just have to keep in mind what 5putts said and realize that they may not be able to accommodate you -- since it could mess up pace of play for their other guests. In these situations, you just have to accept what they offer and not take it personally if they decline. Also know that it might change during the round. You may catch up to a 2-some or threesome that is stacked behind several full groups. In that case, it makes sense for you to join that group rather than keep pushing up against them every hole -- because you're not going to play through that many groups. So the biggest advice if you want to play as a single is be flexible.
|Thanks to you as well hateslowplay
|beginnergolfguy at 8/6/15 9:31pm
|I also want to thank you for your time and input. I am certainly going to remember these things. I am sure it will take time to learn the things...but I am excited and all in !
Have a great weekend ! And thanks to you Bman, I enjoy this site !
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|HateSlowPlay at 8/6/15 1:31pm
|Getting paired up is something you have to get used to. But don't feel self conscious about your game, honestly no-one really cares about anyone else's game as it is hard enough focusing on their own games. But the things people do care about are etiquette and pace of play. Both are huge. Learn the etiquette, don't stand in people's line of sight, don't walk on their line, rake bunkers, etc. Learn what READY GOLF is and play it all times. Be aware when it is your turn to hit and be ready, don't stand there fiddling with your glove and trying to find a yardage while people are waiting for you. Do that before it is your turn while other people are hitting. Also don't get back to the cart, re-arrange your clubs, sort out scores, etc. while parked next to the green, and people are waiting back in t! he fairway. Jump in the cart, putter or driver in hand, and put them away at the next stop. Always be aware or etiquette and pace of play and people will love playing with you.
|Thanks 5putts !
|beginnergolfguy at 8/6/15 11:22am
|Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my post. I had no idea about the business side...it makes sense. I will now take your advice and not worry about being paired. I have found as I have started this game,that golfers are very nice people...so thanks again and have a great weekend !!
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|5putts at 8/6/15 9:05am
|The only way is to arrive uber early or well into twilight like 4pm-ish. Even then its going to be iffy. The golf course business model is such that 4 players at 8 minute intervals is optimal for them to maximize their margin. They will happily take singles, two & threesomes but that is not their preferred capacity management scheme; especially during prime time :)
That being said, I've met literally 1000's of people over the years playing golf. Most of the are pretty decent people (they are golfers after all) although I don't really engage in a lot of small talk. You do run across the occasional Chatty Cathy or Johnny Miller wannabe (who painfully describes what happened on every single shot and comments on yours as a bonus) but mostly its ok.
I understand wanti! ng to play alone as I enjoy that myself too. To me though, its more about the tempo of the game as opposed to the other people. So, given the nature of the game, my advice is not worry about being paired up and focus on what YOU are doing. Pretty soon the performance anxiety aspect will fade away entirely and you might meet some nice folks (after all... its only a 4 hour relationship).
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|beginnergolfguy at 8/5/15 7:07pm
|Hi,I am a beginner and have had lessons, etc. and am ready to hit the course again. My issue is after working and the daily grind,I just want to play 18 alone and relax . The times I have played, I have been paired up which I did not enjoy. Can someone give me the protocol on this issue? when I arrive at the course do I tell the person at the desk I want to play golf alone? Will I get a strange look? I think I will enjoy this game...but I want it to be my escape. Thanks !
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|Joe at 8/4/15 8:51am
|Well this is slightly embarrassing, but the third guy in our group actually grabbed my wedge on the last hole and after shaking hands on completion of the round he forgot to hand it back to me. Called me today to let me know he had it.
Thanks for the advice on the golf club labels, I may look in to it or buy it for a friend as a gag gift since he tends to lose clubs a lot. It doesn't ensure you'll get the club back but if there are good Samaritans out there, which golf tends to have, you might have a chance.
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|HittOD at 8/4/15 12:49am
|I'm sorry to hear that the lost club has not been found yet. I know that I have in 40 years of golf, on a couple of occasions found clubs on the course, put them in my bag to turn in later only to realize that the club was still in my bag when I got home. I eventually turned the clubs in, but this surely caused some angst for those golfers with the lost club. To that end, I have for some years now been doing something that gives me some peace of mind in regards to leaving one of my golf clubs on the course. There are sites online where one can order golf club labels on which one can put their name, address, cell #, etc. I put one on each club in my bag. I know this doesn't guarantee the return, but I believe it makes it more likely, and in a more timely manner. I know that if the clubs that! I forgot to turn in had the label, I would have called the person to let them know that I had their club. I just did an internet search for "Golf Club Labels", and found a couple of sites that will provide between 16 to 20 labels for about $7 with no shipping. This of course won't help you find this club (assuming you had no label on it), but may be useful in the future, and to those reading this message board. I welcome any pro or con comments about this posting.


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The travels of Ed, Carol and Gopher the dog.
Friday, August 06, 2010
Longmont area
On Monday, August 2nd, we went to the city campground in Lyons that Suzanne had suggested. It's located right on a small river and within easy walking distance of town. On Monday we went to dinner with Art Neves & Suzanne & her family. On Tuesday Izzy spent the day with us and on Wednesday Suzanne, Izzy & Oliver spent the night. On Friday Carol had her blood work done at Quest Labs in Longmont.
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Superior Software Ltd (a.k.a. Superior Interactive) is a video game publisher. It was one of the main publishers for the BBC Micro and Acorn Electron computers in the 1980s and early 1990s. It currently releases games for Microsoft Windows; mostly updates of its original games.
Superior Software was established in 1982 by Richard Hanson and John Dyson, two graduates of the University of Leeds, England. They had previously programmed software published by Micro Power, and they wrote Superior's first four-game releases for the BBC Micro: three were written by Hanson and one by Dyson. Describing the early days, Hanson commented:
We set up Superior Software with just £100 — John and I each put £50 into a company bank account; and we placed a small black-and-white advertisement in one of the early home computer magazines ... £100 was the most money that we would lose from the Superior Software venture if it had not worked out. Anyway we received a very good response to our first advertisement, and the software sales which it generated covered the cost of the advertisement several times over. We started to place larger advertisements in a few magazines, and invited other programmers to send their software to us for evaluation and possible marketing by us.
Superior mostly focused on the machines of Acorn Computers Ltd, but also made attempts to enter the market of other platforms including the Oric-1 and Commodore 64. Key management personnel have included Steve Botterill, Chris Payne and Steve Hanson.
Major software developers Peter Johnson, Tim Tyler, Martin Edmondson, Nicholas Chamberlain, Kevin Edwards, David Hoskins, Matthew Atkinson, Chris Roberts, Tony Oakden, Peter Scott, Gary Partis, Peter Irvin, Jeremy Smith, David Braben, Ian Bell, Geoff Crammond, Jonathan Griffiths and Nick Pelling have all produced software published by Superior, sometimes released under the joint Superior Software / Acornsoft brandname.
Their most well-known games are the Repton series of games, which sold over 125,000 units for the Acorn computers. Other notable Superior Software games for the BBC and Electron include Overdrive, Citadel, Thrust, Galaforce, Stryker's Run, Ravenskull, Codename: Droid (sequel to Stryker's Run), Palace of Magic, Bonecruncher, Quest, Pipeline, Exile and Ricochet. They also published the seminal Zarch for the Acorn Archimedes, as well as follow-up games using the same engine, Conqueror and Air Supremacy.
As well as their high quality original games, Superior released a number of official Acorn conversions of big games from other systems including Barbarian, The Last Ninja, Predator, Hostages and Sim City.
Superior also published a number of educational and utility software titles including the speech synthesis program Speech!.
The "Play It Again Sam" series of compilations were used to re-release their old titles, with four games for the usual price of one. The original Play It Again Sam featured four Superior games which had each made No. 1 individually (Citadel, Thrust, Ravenskull, and Stryker's Run), but subsequent compilations increasingly featured one or more makeweight games of lesser quality, mainly licensed from other software houses such as Micro Power or Alligata. They were also used to release new games that were thought not quite up to the standard of their full price games. The series eventually ran to 18 on the BBC Micro, though the latest ones were released on disc only, well into the demise of the 8-bit scene, and very few copies were sold.
Superior, under the brandname Superior Interactive, now mainly develops and publishes software for computers running Microsoft Windows; and they have released several updated versions of their popular 1980s hits for that operating system. This includes the original three Repton games as well as Repton Spectacular, featuring new levels, and iRepton for the iPhone.
As well as new versions of the Repton games, Superior Interactive has published re-releases called Galaforce Worlds, Ravenskull, Pipeline Plus, Ricochet and a new game Solid Spheres Deluxe.


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Every morning around eleven o'clock, it's difficult to pass by the kitchen without stopping for a deep breath. That's about the time, between the first and second morning activity periods, when the baker is pulling something sweet smelling out of the oven. This "Muffin Break" is the highlight of the day for some of us because it's always a surprise about what flavor muffin, cupcake, or scone will be waiting at the window of the dining hall porch where the Hi-Up campers serve these treats, and because it's so delicious every time. Lemon Poppy Seed, "Sprinkle," Coconut Macaroon, and Chocolate Chip Cranberry flavors make regular appearances, but so do other more creative flavors like "Gelato Cornbread" and "Cinnamon Spice." There's nothing quite like a freshly baked, often still warm, homemade muffin on a misty cool morning.
Rehearsing for this session's camp-wide musical, 101 Dalmatians, is keeping dozens of girls busy each afternoon these days. Looking toward the performance scheduled for next Wednesday, all the characters have been learning lines, practicing songs, and pulling together the details of this complicated production. The girls themselves are designing and making costumes and painting scenery. There are a lot of parts to play also, including a huge chorus of puppies. If your daughter will be performing in the play, you should receive an invitation by phone to attend the big performance. It is certain to be funny and cute.
This week the digital photography class is enjoying a project that includes making simple models of play-dough and photographing them through a series of slight movements. The resulting collection of still photographs can then be stitched together to make a simple movie using stop motion photography software. Learning the technical challenges of this technique doesn't take too long, so the girls are coming up with some incredible stuff.
Toward the end of each meal one of the directors, usually Sarah, Charlotte, Sofie or Frampton, stands up to make a series of announcements. Each person has her own announcement song that the entire camp sings to start the announcements. Sarah's song is different lyrics set to "Mickey," the pop song by Toni Basil from the 80s, and Frampton's is set to "Do you Know the Muffin Man?" After the announcement song, the ordinarily boisterous scene in the dining hall calms quickly so everyone can hear what's happening. The announcements can be about upcoming trips or special events, brief "Lost and Found Fashion Shows" designed to return lost clothing items, special skits or songs performed by cabin groups, or even a quick joke ("How do you wake up Lady Gaga? You poke her face"). Today Frampton spontaneously shouted, "Three cheers if you love camp! Hip hip, Hooray!" It was absolutely thunderous!
It really is easy to be impressed by this group of girls at camp right now. They are so fully enjoying themselves, comfortable and happy. From the photo gallery you can get a sense of it, but there are smiling faces everywhere. This is special stuff.


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"The earth is not the objective. Man is the objective, and I think that a lot of radical environmentalists have it upside down."
Leaving aside the politics and sexism, which probably warrant discussion but in more appropriate forums than Maribo, this statement serves as an important reminder about the complexity of religious attitudes about climate change. Climate activists often employ the Biblical notion of stewardship as an argument for action to combat climate change, despite the fact that stewardship is not necessarily viewed that way by their audience. Stewardship is viewed by some religious leaders as support as "our responsibility to protect the planet" and by others as "our responsibility to exploit the planet's resources for the benefit of humankind". As I mentioned in the recent paper about climate change and belief, there are religious groups which rely on the notion of stewardship to both support and oppose environmental laws and climate change action:
...a movement within the U.S. Christian evangelical community urges action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions based on the Biblical concept of stewardship, as well as intergenerational equity and social justice (e.g., ECI 2006). The effect of this movement on the public understanding of climate change in the United States is unclear (McCammack 2007). Attitudes about climate change among evangelical Americans may be influenced more by support for conservative politicians and by the evangelical organizations urging the rejection of climate science and climate action based on the Biblical notion of "dominion" over Earth (e.g., Beisner et al. 2006) than by the stewardship movement.
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Microsoft working to catch newest tablet market wave
After struggling with prior stylus tablet offerings, Microsoft is trying to make a dent in the current tablet market. Major League Gaming has found success with the hybrid cloud.
Systems Channel News Roundup for the week of Jan. 3-7, 2011.
Microsoft working to compete with iPad in latest tablet market venture
Microsoft's previous forays into the tablet market were generally unsuccessful and analysts have mixed feelings on the IT giant's recent work toward making Windows tablet-friendly to compete with Apple's iPad.
The company is working on its response to the iPad's simple operating system and lightweight apps, which may be an Advanced RISC Machine -supported version of Windows that would be less complex and power-draining. But analysts say that the lack of integration among Windows versions and devices could be a deal-breaker for customers.
Because Microsoft is so late joining the latest tablet wave, some experts are calling for the company to offer its applications to competing tablets.
Hybrid cloud right fit for Major League Gaming
In what may be a sign that the hybrid cloud is becoming a viable option for customers, Major League Gaming recently started using one to balance its large infrastructure needs and business and productivity apps.
MLG already virtualized its servers, but it thought virtual machines on databases wouldn't offer proper response time and the company was concerned with security policies that go along with cloud computing.
The new Rackspace service Cloud Connect ended up being MLG's target because it can essentially connect its cloud to the ground. Cloud Connect provides more capacity, financial flexibility through a custom billing plan and automation capabilities.
ProSys joins Applied Computer Solutions
Avnet Inc. recently sold ProSys Corp. to ACS Acquisition Corp., which is owned by Applied Computer Solutions.
ProSys has 360 employees and is a southeastern solution provider that is geared toward small-to-medium business customers specializing in education.
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Jan 08, 2014
FINAL: La Salle 63, VCU 58 (Philadelphia, Pa. – Tom Gola Arena)
RECORDS: VCU (14-2, 2-1 A-10), La Salle (8-7, 3-0 A-10)
VCU STARTERS: #22 Williams, #24 Parks, #31 Henry, #34 Robinson, #45 Thorpe
LA SALLE STARTERS: #2 Beslow, #11 Alston, #14 Cropper, #34 Owens, #42 Burdgess
- Senior Robyn Parks registered a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds, and paced three VCU players in double figure scoring, but the Rams couldn't overcome an early second half surge and La Salle held on late to defeat VCU, 63-58, Wednesday night in Philadelphia.
- The loss snapped the Black and Gold's school-record 13-game winning streak, including seven on the road, and marked its first setback since Nov. 14 at Ohio State.
- Sophomore Jessica Pellechio added 14 points on 4-of-9 shooting from 3-point range, while freshman Isis Thorpe chipped in 11 for the Rams. Senior Zakia Williams finished with four points, seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals.
- Despite the loss, VCU still owns its best start in school history at 14-2.
- La Salle remains unbeaten in Atlantic 10 play at 3-0.
- VCU led by as many as four points through the first five minutes of the game, including 9-5 on a Robinson layup at the 14:59 mark. A pair of free throws from Leeza Burdgess on La Salle's next possession sparked an 8-0 run, which gave the Explorers their largest lead, 13-9, three minutes later.
- Sophomore Adaeze Alaeze drained a triple from the left wing and Pellechio followed with her second three of the night, and VCU scored 10 straight points to build its largest lead of the game, 19-13, with 8:29 to go.
- The Explorers continued to battle and made it a two-point game twice over the next two minutes. VCU went back up by six on a Pellechio layup at the 4:44 mark before both teams traded baskets during a nearly four-minute stretch.
- La Salle scored six of the final eight points of the opening stanza, including four in the final 50 seconds, to cut its deficit to 32-30 at the break.
- The Explorers picked up where they left off after intermission, used a 20-5 run spanning both halves, and took a 46-37 lead, capped by three straight treys, with 14:25 left.
- Trailing by nine with 11:06 remaining, a 3-pointer from Thorpe sparked an 11-4 spurt and VCU held the Explorers to just one field goal during a nearly seven-minute stretch that eventually pulled the Rams within 52-50 with just over 5:00 to go.
- La Salle went back up by four twice over the next three minutes before a clutch 3-pointer from Thorpe made it a one-point game with 3:03 left.
- Senior Ryen Henry came up big on the next two possessions as she drew a charge on the defensive end before converting a layup on the Rams' next trip down the floor to give VCU its first lead since intermission, 57-56, with 1:09 remaining.
- However, Alicia Cropper scored a bucket inside on La Salle's next possession, which gave the Explorers the lead for good.
- Down three with less than 10 seconds to go, Thorpe was fouled as she attempted a 3-pointer from the top of the arc. She made the first free throw but missed the second, and was then forced to intentionally miss the third. The ball went out of bounds on her last attempt and La Salle hit 3 of its final 4 from the charity stripe to secure the win.
- The Rams, who rank third in the nation averaging 13.0 steals, collected 10 against La Salle, while dishing 19 assists.
- VCU, which leads the Atlantic 10 in turnovers forced, caused 20 Explorers miscues.
- Freshman Keira Robinson finished with eight points and dished out seven assists. She entered the game averaging 6.5 apg, which ranked as the second-best mark among all freshmen in the country.
WHAT'S AHEAD: VCU returns to the Verizon Wireless arena on Sunday, Jan. 12 when it faces defending A-10 champion Saint Joseph's in a game televised nationally on CBS Sports Network. Tipoff is set for 5 p.m. The Rams then host league runner-up Fordham on Jan. 15 at 7 p.m.