Friday, March 22nd, 2024
Chess is an ancient game, a battlefield where strategy and foresight determine the victor in a war fought with pieces on a 64-square board. Each piece plays a crucial role, from the imposing rook to the humble pawn. In the vast expanse of the digital universe, these age-old symbols have found a place in Unicode, ensuring that they transcend the limitations of the physical world to make their mark in digital communication. However, not all is well on the digital chessboard. A peculiar anomaly has emerged - the transformation of the black pawn, a change that has raised more than a few eyebrows and sparked frustration among chess aficionados and Unicode enthusiasts alike.
First, let's thrust ourselves back to 1993, a pivotal year when the black pawn was christened into the Unicode family as part of Unicode 1.1 (♟︎.) Fast forward to 2018, and we witness the addition of this iconic piece to Emoji 11.0 (♟️.) Yet, within this transition lies a tale of inconsistency and vexation.
Friday, March 15th, 2024
As you might have noticed, I recently implemented an RSS feed for this blog! While it may seem like a small addition, it's actually a gateway to a whole different way of consuming content online, and it involved delving into the fascinating world of syndication and aggregation.
Tags: web developmentrss
Friday, March 8th, 2024
Climate change can feel like an overwhelming issue. The news bombards us with stories about rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and melting glaciers. It's easy to get discouraged and think, "What's the point of reducing my emissions if everyone else keeps polluting?" But here's the secret: every effort to reduce emissions makes a difference. Here's why.
Friday, March 1st, 2024
In the age of flashy interfaces, gif-laden messages, and ever-evolving document formats, it's easy to overlook the humble hero of the digital world: plain text. This seemingly simple format, devoid of fancy formatting or visual adornments, holds within it a power and versatility that often goes unnoticed. Today, let's raise a glass (or perhaps a cursor) to plain text, and explore why it deserves a place of honor in our digital lives.
Saturday, February 24th, 2024
As a software developer, I often find myself analyzing problems through a technical lens. So, reading "Alberta's Brutal Water Reckoning" in The Tyee sent my mind down a unique path. While the article focuses on the social and political aspects of the water crisis, I couldn't help but think about the potential role of technology in mitigating its impact.
The article paints a stark picture of Alberta's water woes: dwindling snowpack, disappearing glaciers, and a growing population concentrated in water-scarce regions. It highlights the historical neglect of water management and the current government's perceived shortcomings in addressing the crisis.
Tags: droughtsustainability