Category Archives: Coolhunting

Subtextual – Very Cool Language Demo

Posted on August 23, 2005 by James McParlane

Looks a lot like RIDE – execution model is copy based – very much like the original old BSCAL /MetaWrap VM. They even have the factorial demo. I’m very impressd with it – it looks much nicer than anything I … Continue reading →

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Bittorrent

Posted on August 16, 2005 by James McParlane

Now that the fate of the current generation of commercial P2P software is moot, the Eye Of Suaron turns towards Bram Cohen. [Bio] A little before the MGM vs Grokster ruling he formed a company and launched a search engine. http://search.bittorrent.com which … Continue reading →

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Some More Cool JavaScript Libraries

Posted on August 8, 2005 by James McParlane

JavaScript Vector Graphics Library http://www.walterzorn.com/jsgraphics/jsgraphics_e.htm JavaScript Graphing Library http://www.walterzorn.com/grapher/grapher_e.htm

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My Oldest Usenet Posting

Posted on August 5, 2005 by James McParlane

I know there are ones older than this on rec.music.industrial, but I can’t remember my old University account name. http://groups.google.com.au/group/aus.jobs/msg/09e9ae5602193ee1?dmode=source&hl=en

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Most Useful Site Ever

Posted on August 5, 2005 by James McParlane

This is by far the most useful site ever. In the last month I have visited it every day. Its a pleasure to read, is full of accurate information for JavaScript programmers. When I say “most useful site ever” I … Continue reading →

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My New Word Of The Day – "Downstall"

Posted on August 1, 2005 by James McParlane

down·stall Pronunciation Key (dounstôl)tr.v. down·stall·ed, down·stall·ing, down·stalls To transfer (data or programs) from a server or host computer to one’s own computer or device and then set it in position and prepare for use.

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Some Cool Tools

Posted on July 25, 2005 by James McParlane

“ActiveWords is user interface technology that adds a simple and powerful attribute to Windows®, it turns words into actions. You enter or select any words in any context at any time, and are directly connected with services related to the … Continue reading →

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