I often dive deep into research on a topic when an idea resonates with me. I might read a paper, an article, or find something in a book. What starts as curiosity becomes a full-fledged exploration. I read broadly across science, psychology, and sociology, always seeking the connections between disciplines and outcomes. During one of … Continue reading Strategic activity mapping for software architects
Tag: Technology
On the role of Distinguished Engineer and CTO Mindset
For the past four months, I have been working on my Wharton Executive CTO Program. There is no new content to learn or assignment to do this week, which means it’s a good opportunity to reflect on progress. I am a Distinguished Engineer at ADP, a Fortune 500 technology services company. Today, I am one … Continue reading On the role of Distinguished Engineer and CTO Mindset
The future is bright
Is there a future in traditional computer science? The short answer is yes. I am confident that the future is bright. Here is the longer answer. What is Computer Science? Computer Science is the study of computation. It includes theoretical concepts like information, automata, and complexity theories. You will study algorithms and data structures and … Continue reading The future is bright
Adobe Creative Cloud is an example of iPad replacing a laptop
2019 may be the year when my iPad Pro finally replaced my MacBook Pro.
On Facebook and Twitter censorship
In the recent weeks, there have been reports of Twitter and Facebook censoring, blocking, and shadowbanning American Republicans on their platforms. The outrage brings up a few interesting points that are worth discussing.
The technology publishing industry needs to transform in order to survive
In May 2017, IDG has laid off a good chunk of its publishing staff after the acquisition by a Chinese investment firm. In a way, that was the inevitable. Computerworld, an IDG publication, had its last printed run in 2014 and they struggled to stay afloat as a digital edition. The age of glossy computer … Continue reading The technology publishing industry needs to transform in order to survive
I tried an Apple Watch for two days and I hated it
I wanted to see if I would like Apple Watch. It just so happens that at work we have an inventory of test devices and I was able to borrow one for a couple of days. The short story is that I didn't like it. Setting up The watch I borrowed was an older Series … Continue reading I tried an Apple Watch for two days and I hated it
Emails, politics, and common sense
Like many Americans, I’ve been trying to explain and justify the 2016 election cycle. I am not an expert political scientist. I am a software engineer. The question I ask myself is “What role did computer technology play in this election ?” In particular, I want to focus on email. Email is an insecure medium. … Continue reading Emails, politics, and common sense
Windows 10: a confession from an iOS traitor
It is a new year and time for something entirely new. Photography is a hobby of mine. When we travel or when I go to photo outings, I like to bring my iPad with me and do some basic post-processing before I get home. The problem is: the mobile version of Adobe Lightroom is horrible. … Continue reading Windows 10: a confession from an iOS traitor
Why I switched to Android and Google Project Fi and why should you
I am a long-time Apple customer. I’ve been using Macs for the past 16 years. I had an iPad since it came out. I admit, however, I was late adopting a smartphone, but I did buy an iPhone 4S and had been using an iPhone ever since. Two years ago I tried Samsung Galaxy Note … Continue reading Why I switched to Android and Google Project Fi and why should you
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