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New business cards

Jared — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:37:14 +0000

I’ve been using the same business cards for over 2 years. Not only is the design dated but I originally had them printed locally (needed them in a rush) and the quality was very poor. After today, this is no longer the case. I’ve redesigned them to match the clean look of my (new) website and additionally am having them printed at Moo. Moo came highly recommended from several people via Twitter and are known for their high quality prints. When I have them in hand I will report back on the quality.

So fresh and clean.

I should have the new cards in just in time for WordCamp Chicago .

The Survey For People Who Make Websites

Jared — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 14:26:18 +0000

It’s that time of the year again (already). Head on over to A List Apart and take their annual survey, “The Survey For People Who Make Websites“.

WordPress 3.0 beta 1

Jared — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 01:26:13 +0000

WordPress 3 beta 1 released this past weekend, so go ahead and try it out. Installed it today on this blog and so far it has been smooth sailing.

There are tons of new features in WordPress 3, if you want to read up on things this is the most comprehensive overview I have seen on WP 3.

Expect a final release in the next 30-60 days!

Busy times

Jared — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 01:08:54 +0000

I’ve been busy lately, but I’m still around – despite my lack of posting. I’ll try to get back on track, I promise.

So what exactly have I been up to?

- Planned a week long vacation to Disney World in May with my girlfriend.

- Scheduled a week long 4-wheeling trip in the Colorado Mountains this July.

- Started learning CodeIgniter and am 2/3 the way through writing my first fairly detailed web app. For the record, CodeIgniter is fantastic. If you need more than a basic website, and WordPress does’t fit the mold, I highly recommend looking into CodeIgniter.

- Began to play with the Genesis WordPress framework. I love to buy themes just to look under the hood and learn from the authors. I have purchased Thesis, Genesis, a variety of WooThemes themes, and a few of Matt Brett’s themes. They each have their unique aspect to offer. Genesis is no different. The documentation is still in development right now, but it has very good potential. Definitely worth looking into.

- Built and developed a directory based website on the Genesis framework. The side is about 85% complete and it has been great and educational project. I’ll have a more detailed write up once the site officially launches.

- Read the 4 Hour Work Week by Tim Farris. As someone who was previously big into the affiliate marketing scene, this book is great. I learned a lot of things from it and it is also quite motivational. I don’t think everyone will because to relate to it, but I cetainly did. I look forward to re-reading it in the coming months. I’ll try to post a more detailed review soon. I also started Reading Crush It and Rework.

- Following the development of WordPress 3.0. This is going to be – hands down – the best release to date. WP 3.0 beta 1 will be released this weekend with the goal of a final release in the next 30-60 days. Custom post types, custom taxonomies, WPMU merger, and a new default theme (twentyten) are just a few of the awesome features WordPress 3.0 will bring to the table. I recommend you check out beta 1 when it comes out this weekend.

To say I been keeping busy is an understatement, but I can’t complain. I’ll have some more ideas for posts in the can, so there should be fresh content going up soon!

Happy 2010

Jared — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 20:35:06 +0000

Ok, so I might be a few days late but it’s still vacation for me and I’ve been making a effort to take time off from the computer (with only limited success).

Just wanted to wish everyone happy new years. For me 2009 was one crazy year and I can’t even begin to imagine what 2010 has in store – yet I am both optimistic and excited.

A new year means new goals and new resolutions. One of them being to post more often.

Again, hope everyone had a great Christmas and I wish yall the best of luck in 2010.

Veterans Day

Jared — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:50:52 +0000

Today is the day were we all take time to honor all of the veterans of this great country.

I have friends in all areas of the service – Army, Navy, Air Force, National Guard – so it means a lot to me.

To all the veterans out there and those currently serving, thank you. Words cannot describe the respect and gratitude I have for y’all.

The flag in our front yard today.

Gig ‘em, God Bless, and stay safe.