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UBI will become much more popular with the general public once automation, especially self-driving vehicles, stars to affect the middle class.
Re:It Matters What You Wear to an Exam on Tuesday March 08, 2016 @12:46PM (#11246943)
A little heavy on the jargon, but interesting to see that data supports advice that is often passed around as being common sense.
Re:Please, kill your darlings on Tuesday March 08, 2016 @11:27AM (#11246251)
I agree. Someone's "darling" code might be a truly innovative or unique way of solving a problem, and providing enough commentary should help avoid the problems the author warns about.
I think the point about "phone stacking" is interesting. There doesn't need to be explicitly punitive measures to discourage people using their personal tech since the social conventions are already there.
Re:Is this prime? on Tuesday March 08, 2016 @11:23AM (#11246203)
Simple but effective - I like that it provides an explanation when you get one wrong.
Re:Fun with SVG: Embedding in CSS on Wednesday November 18, 2015 @02:14PM (#10589988)
Really interesting post. Though SVGs can reduce the number of HTTP requests, it's definitely important to manage file sizes as well, or the speed gains might be negated. Nice writeup!