On November 2nd, 2014 I went down to New York City to run my first marathon. The run was challenging, exciting, and one of the most intense things I've ever participated in. With it behind me, and having had some time to both recover from, and absorb, the experience, I wanted to take the time to share some of the highlights and some of the things I learned along the way.
Earlier this year, word arrived that the Canadian Soccer Association is preparing to make a very serious attempt at a bid for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As one would expect, the move is being looked at with both excitement and skepticism by the public. Considering the growing number of Canadians playing the sport, I took a look at whether or not this goal is truly feasible.
Microsoft has been led by Steve Ballmer for 14 years. In August, Ballmer plans to step aside, handing the reigns to his successor. As names have been added and removed from the list, the difficulty of the challenge faced by Microsoft becomes increasingly more clear. Will Microsoft be able to find a suitable replacement? I take a look at the situation, and the reality of the next steps for the organization.
By now, most are likely more than familiar with 3D printing. It's been all over the press and is, even as you read this, drastically re-inventing manufacturing. Perhaps equally transformative, but far-less well known, is the related process of 3D Scanning. Having worked with the technology before, I wanted to provide something of an introduction to the technology.
Every once in a while, I’ll make passing mention that I’m listening to one podcast or another. After explaining that yes, podcasting is still a thing, I’m sometimes asked if I have any recommendations. I've decided to put together a list of my current favorites to kick off 2014. Alongside why I believe each podcast is worthy of your time, I will provide both links for both iTunes and other podcasting platforms.