Archives | April 2008


The Day Linux is Like Windows, is the Day I Find Something Else

22 Apr 2008 |  Posted by Erik St. Martin |  1 Comment.
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It's getting a little ridiculous with the number of "Is Linux Ready for the Desktop", "Is Linux Ready for the Masses", "Will This New Release of Ubuntu Make Linux Ready" articles I continue to see. What constitutes ready? Linux has been a stable operating system with all the functionality you would expect out of a modern Operating System for years. For that matter so has Mac but they still haven't come close to touching Windows' market share. I don't believe we will ever see any Operating System over take Windows, in reality I think we will slowly watch these market shares level out. Ninety...



7 Tips for Dealing With Recruiters

03 Apr 2008 |  Posted by Erik St. Martin |  1 Comment.
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After writing my previous rant about recruiters titled Trapped in Recruiter Hell. I decided that it might be beneficial for me to compile a list of tips for dealing with recruiters to alleviate some of the hassles. There are several mistakes I see people make, or things that contractors just aren't aware of before jumping in to a contract position. Is It Really A Good Opportunity? When looking at any job offer through a recruiting firm the first and foremost thing to remember is that recruiters are sales people. Despite what any recruiter says, they are not out for your best interest. They...



Officially Cast at Disney

03 Apr 2008 |  Posted by Erik St. Martin |  0 Comment.
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I have been offered a permanent (cast) position at Disney. April 7th marks my first day as a Disney cast member. Up until this point I have been a leased worker. I have been working for Disney Internet Group as a leased worker since January of 2007. This has been a great experience for me and has introduced me into the world of a relaxed work environment. The people I work with are fantastic, and the work is very rewarding. We all work hard and play harder. Everyone here is extremely intelligent as well as quite amusing. I couldn't begin to sit back and reflect on all the great moments here,...