Ordinary Times Technical Notes
Not everyone who has been an occasional (or even regular) user is aware that the State of the Discussion feature is available again.
Author: Michael Cain
Michael is a systems analyst, with a taste for obscure applied math. He's interested in energy supplies, the urban/rural divide, regional political differences in the US, and map-like things. Bicycling, and fencing (with swords, that is) act as stress relief.
Tech Career Nostalgia
At the end of my 25-year technology career late in 2002, I walked away with copies of a variety of software and data I had produced
One Step Backwards, Two Steps Forward
Or, adventures in amateur site maintenance…Using the site had become unpleasant. Someone needs to take the blame.
An Afternoon on Denver’s Fastracks
Rail transit finally arrives in my Denver suburb; some first impressions.
Jay Inslee For President
Symposium: Vote for the candidate who believes there’s a real existential crisis that has to be addressed.
Tenshot: Beyond Burger, Home Edition
Beyond Meat has been getting a lot of play lately. Is it worth it?
State of the Discussion
State of the Discussion is an alternate comment-focused view of the site’s content, both recent and archival. This post is an introduction to its features.
Tenshot: The House of Commons Debate and Vote, March 13
I spent six hours watching the UK House of Commons debate and vote. I have thoughts.
Where Do Metro Denver’s Next Million People Go?
There are places, well within the current confines of the metro area, to stash a lot of people. Here’s one.
The Great Health Insurance Adventure, a Status Report
A couple of almost oldsters, just trying to get through a year.
Year of the Gerrymander
Tipping point. An idea whose time has come. Don’t get caught on the wrong side of history.
Tech Tuesday: Cain Edition
Not as extensive as Oscar Gordon would provide, but he’s off doing techie things instead of reading about them.
Whither Amazon HQ2?
Everyone thinks they can get Amazon’s new headquarters; is it already a done deal?
President Trump Is Secretly On My Side
Welcome to the conspiracy, Mr. President. Glad to have you on board.
Back to the Bad Old Days
The Trump administration attempts to change the game on management of public resources in the West.
