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JavaScript says "Moo"
moo.fx is a nice, compact JavaScript effects library, which appears to be a great alternative to some of the larger libraries like script.aculo.us. Check out the demo if’n you’re interested.
The Rebirth of the End of the World
The time has come for Apocalyptic Dreaming to rise from the pitiful state that it has devolved into. Running for years with an old design atop an outdated content management system, the site had become a burden to me, its creator. So, I present a revitalized site, ready to display its much improved strength, reliability and extra floppy appendages.
Dear Lord…What have I done?!
Many many many changes have been implemented and much toil was experienced in order to bring forth a stronger site. These changes include:
- Porting the site from MovableType 2.6 to WordPress 2
- Importing 388 entries
- Importing and cleaning up 1,357 comments
- Integration of additional functionality via WordPress plugins:
- Designing a new standards-compliant (XHTML + CSS) site from the ground up, with a focus on readability, usability and future expansion.
- Implementing a user registration system (through WordPress) which will speed up postings of new entries while easing my workload.
- Discrete implementation of Ad Sense to cover a little bit of the cost incurred for running the site
Redesign Notes 1: Width-based layout
Wireless network-aware homepage
From Mac Geekery comes the wireless network aware homepage
Given a list of trusted SSID’s it will test internet connection and:
1. if connected to a trusted network it will load homepage if connected or display an error if not connected
2. if connected to another network it will display SSID and connection status
3. if not connected to a wireless network, show homepage if internet detected (like ethernet or whatever) else display an offline page
I can’t wait to get me a MacBook Pro so I can try out all of these OS X tricks and tips!