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Software Engineering Proverbs

Software Engineering Proverbs
collected by Tom Van Vleck Drawn by Angus Macdonald A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. -- Einstein André Bensoussan once explained to me the difference between a programmer and a designer: "If you make a general statement, a programmer says, 'Yes, but...' while a designer says, 'Yes, and...'" No matter what the problem is, it's always a people problem. Jerry Weinberg Wexelblat's Scheduling Algorithm: Choose two: Good Fast Cheap Craziness is doing the same thing and expecting a different result. Tom DeMarco, rephrasing Einstein, who said Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. "There's no time to stop for gas, we're already late" -- Karin Donker Deming's 14 points Create constancy of purpose. We know about as much about software quality problems as they knew about the Black Plague in the 1600s. -- Tom Van Vleck The Troops Know The schedule doesn't have enough time for maintenance in it. To go faster, slow down. -- Scott Cherf -- W.

10 Transformational and Spiritual Aphorisms Throughout the ages, there have been many who have transcended the domain of the ego and had gotten a taste of those delicious higher states of consciousness. Rather than keep their experiential knowledge and wisdom about the higher aspects of existence to themselves, they spread the word to others, be it through spoken word, written works, or other methods. Thanks to the sages, spiritual teachers, and every-day people who had an enlightening experience, we can ignite the light of expanded awareness concerning the higher aspects of the human experience and of existence itself from such people. Aphorism 1 A human being is a part of a whole, called by us a universe, a part limited in time and space. -Albert Einstein Aphorism 2 “Life is what you make it,” this is very true. -Unknown Aphorism 3 We may liken truth to a mountain, and the various interpretations of that truth to different paths leading up to the summit. -Max Heindel, The Rosicrucian Fellowship Aphorism 4 -Gautama Buddha Aphorism 5

The free five minute personality test! Your Existing Situation "Creative and emotional, looking for ways to further expand those qualities. Looking for a partner who enjoys the same activities. Seeking adventure and new and unusual activities." Your Stress Sources "Feels empty and isolated from others and wishes to overcome this feeling. Your Restrained Characteristics Current events leave him feeling forced into compromise in order to avoid being cut off from affection or future cooperation. "Finds satisfaction in sexual activity, but is emotionally detached which prevents him from becoming too involved." "Current situation makes him feel unable to prove himself, but tries to make the best of things." "Insists his hopes and ideas are realistic and achievable, but needs encouragement and support. "He is able to find satisfaction through sexual activity, but can be restless and emotionally distant so he never really gets too involved with others." Your Desired Objective Lives life to the fullest. Your Actual Problem

The Top 10 Psychology Studies of 2010 The end of 2010 fast approaches, and I'm thrilled to have been asked by the editors of Psychology Today to write about the Top 10 psychology studies of the year. I've focused on studies that I personally feel stand out, not only as examples of great science, but even more importantly, as examples of how the science of psychology can improve our lives. Each study has a clear "take home" message, offering the reader an insight or a simple strategy they can use to reach their goals , strengthen their relationships, make better decisions, or become happier. If you extract the wisdom from these ten studies and apply them in your own life, 2011 just might be a very good year. 1) How to Break Bad Habits If you are trying to stop smoking , swearing, or chewing your nails, you have probably tried the strategy of distracting yourself - taking your mind off whatever it is you are trying not to do - to break the habit. J. 2) How to Make Everything Seem Easier J. 3) How To Manage Your Time Better M. J.

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Why Can't I Own a Canadian? October 2002 Dr. Laura Schlessinger is a radio personality who dispenses advice to people who call in to her radio show. Recently, she said that, as an observant Orthodox Jew, homosexuality is an abomination according to Leviticus 18:22 and cannot be condoned under any circumstance. The following is an open letter to Dr. Dear Dr. Thank you for doing so much to educate people regarding God's Law. When I burn a bull on the altar as a sacrifice, I know it creates a pleasing odor for the Lord - Lev.1:9. I would like to sell my daughter into slavery, as sanctioned in Exodus 21:7. I know that I am allowed no contact with a woman while she is in her period of menstrual uncleanliness - Lev.15:19- 24. Lev. 25:44 states that I may indeed possess slaves, both male and female, provided they are purchased from neighboring nations. I have a neighbor who insists on working on the Sabbath. Lev. 21:20 states that I may not approach the altar of God if I have a defect in my sight. My uncle has a farm.

Best 101 Entrepreneurship Quotes Ever · 14 Clicks I’m a big fan of quotes. I could read them all day long. Some quotes can shift your entire mindset on something while others are just nice to bring up in conversations. I’ve spent the last two years (off and on) compiling 101 of my favorite entrepreneurship quotes around success, failure, leadership, wisdom, humor, money, practicality, motivation, and a smattering of entrepreneurial proverbs. Success Quotes Failure Quotes “Failure defeats losers, failure inspires winners.” Leadership Quotes “Leaders don’t force people to follow, they invite them on a journey.” Wisdom Quotes “The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, but wiser people so full of doubts.” Humorous Quotes “I think it’s wrong that only one company makes the game Monopoly.” Money Quotes “Formal education will make you a living. Practical Quotes

Zentips The Fun Cheap or Free Queen: "You're Welcome" Wednesday: Tons of home remedy tips and tricks I’m sure we’ve all gotten the email before. You know what I’m talking about, the spam email that you actually happened to read. You know, the one with tons of random home remedy tips in it that you think, “Huh…I should remember this….” Yes, that one. the ideas are great and, as it says, worth considering! P.S…see round 2 of amazing random tips HERE. Take your bananas apart when you get home from the store. Store your opened chunks of cheese in aluminum foil. Add a teaspoon of water when frying ground beef. Add garlic immediately to a recipe if you want a light taste of garlic, and at the end of the recipe if you want a stronger taste of garlic.Leftover snickers bars from Halloween make a delicious dessert. Reheat Pizza Heat up leftover pizza in a nonstick skillet on top of the stove, set heat to med-low and heat till warm. Easy Deviled Eggs: Put cooked egg yolks in a zip lock bag. Broken Glass: Use a wet cotton ball or Q-tip to pick up the small shards of glass you can’t see easily.

25 Great Quotes to Inspire and Brighten Your Day Here’s a collection of great quotes by some of the most inspirational men and women that ever walked this earth. Hopefully you’ll find them inspirational in some way. If you do like them and find them helpful, check out our similar posts by visiting the links listed below. More popular quotations: – 25 Inspirational Quotes – Great quotes to ponder upon Check out all of our galleries with nice quotes here: More great quotes:

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