In one of the introductory lectures it was discussed how necessary it was for people with the skills to master computer operating system programming. So it got me thinking. Is this actually a profitable career sustaining expertise or merely a job fad that many will get educated in and few will actually find work. My research was very revealing.
According to overview.com (http://www.overview.com/career_summaries/Computer_Programmers.htm)
"Median annual pay of computer programmers were $69,620 in May 2008. The middle 50 percent were paid between $52,640 and $89,720 a year. The lowest 10 percent were paid less than $40,080, and the highest 10 percent were paid more than $111,450. "
This my friends is good news. If you have not already chosen a career path that excites you or shows the ability for some longterm success. Explore this path a little. Most hold at least a 4 year college degree but about 20% have a graduate degree. Many companies will hire you with your 4 year degree and then pay for you to finish your graduate degree. All the while paying you a wage that is well above poverty. Last time I checked OS were not going anywhere and they aren't becoming easier. Please reference my earlier blog on the TableTop computer from Microsoft.
Bottom line is that most are so focused on Web Design and graphis they are forgetting the importance of the operating software and the utility software that makes it all work. I can promise that I would be blogging much different that a rookie with that kind of training!
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Week 6: Clear as Microsoft Touch
I am a little bit of a gadget guy by nature but something truly remarkable caught my eye while I was watching the lectures for this week and I had to do some more reasearch because it was almost to cool to believe. There was a video demonstration of the Microsoft Surface that should interaction between not just one computer user, but 2 or 3 users and the everyday phones, cameras and objects that we have become acustom to. Obviously I went directly to the source itself and found more interesting video demonstrations and even an explanation as to how it works. This is the site that Microsoft is providing:
http://www.microsoft.com/surface/Pages/Product/WhatIs.aspx
I was unable to immbed any of the videos they were showing but sniped this little explanation as to how the crazy thing works.
"Microsoft Surface uses cameras and image recognition in the infrared spectrum to recognize different types of objects such as fingers, tagged items and shapes. This input is then processed by the computer and the resulting interaction is displayed using rear projection. The user can manipulate content and interact with the computer using natural touch and hand gestures, instead of a typical mouse and keyboard."
Off to trusty YouTube and you can see for yourself why this is exciting.
According to Technologizer.com this unique table computer was first announced in 2007 by Microsoft but as you can imagine there are some price restraints on the market. Currently they will set you back about $10,000 but there is some chatter that a more consumer friendly version will be on the market for $5000-$10,000 depending on size and capability. This is still quite outside my price range but I can see where it will be affordable later. Until then I will just have to find one of the places that own and use them listed in the same article by Technologizer.com.
http://technologizer.com/2009/05/22/after-two-years-microsofts-surface-tabletop-computer-hasnt-revolutionized-anything-yet/
I suppose if I wanted to stop blogging like a rookie and step up to the big boys I could just empty my savings and place an order. I imagine however that the first search I did when I got it running would be for divorce attornys!
http://www.microsoft.com/surface/Pages/Product/WhatIs.aspx
I was unable to immbed any of the videos they were showing but sniped this little explanation as to how the crazy thing works.
"Microsoft Surface uses cameras and image recognition in the infrared spectrum to recognize different types of objects such as fingers, tagged items and shapes. This input is then processed by the computer and the resulting interaction is displayed using rear projection. The user can manipulate content and interact with the computer using natural touch and hand gestures, instead of a typical mouse and keyboard."
Off to trusty YouTube and you can see for yourself why this is exciting.
According to Technologizer.com this unique table computer was first announced in 2007 by Microsoft but as you can imagine there are some price restraints on the market. Currently they will set you back about $10,000 but there is some chatter that a more consumer friendly version will be on the market for $5000-$10,000 depending on size and capability. This is still quite outside my price range but I can see where it will be affordable later. Until then I will just have to find one of the places that own and use them listed in the same article by Technologizer.com.
http://technologizer.com/2009/05/22/after-two-years-microsofts-surface-tabletop-computer-hasnt-revolutionized-anything-yet/
I suppose if I wanted to stop blogging like a rookie and step up to the big boys I could just empty my savings and place an order. I imagine however that the first search I did when I got it running would be for divorce attornys!
Monday, February 8, 2010
Web 2.0 Project
So here it is. Not only has this blogging rookie started to conquer the art of blogging but now I can make Web 2.0 media with some great support applications. One True Media proved to be a fantastic help for this project. CHECK IT OUT! (Don't forget to leave you comments behind, part of the grade.
While I am eagerly awaiting your feedback, I want to talk about the value of this little training tool in business. While my project was geared more personal I can see many areas in which this could help a business. For example, IHOP is having our National Pancake Day for Childrens Miracle Network later this month and I am participating in the Radioathon at Arnold Palmer Memorial Hospital this week. All of the pictures or video that I take for these community outreach programs can be combined to put together a great PSA and even training and motivational presentations for the staff in future years. This method would give allow for me to promote my business as well as our philanthropy in a very positive and professional manner.
You can also view this project at the following URL
http://www.onetruemedia.com/shared?p=a570b5202a4323b6a721e4&skin_id=1702
While I am eagerly awaiting your feedback, I want to talk about the value of this little training tool in business. While my project was geared more personal I can see many areas in which this could help a business. For example, IHOP is having our National Pancake Day for Childrens Miracle Network later this month and I am participating in the Radioathon at Arnold Palmer Memorial Hospital this week. All of the pictures or video that I take for these community outreach programs can be combined to put together a great PSA and even training and motivational presentations for the staff in future years. This method would give allow for me to promote my business as well as our philanthropy in a very positive and professional manner.
You can also view this project at the following URL
http://www.onetruemedia.com/shared?p=a570b5202a4323b6a721e4&skin_id=1702
Week 5: Muddier than chocolate pudding!
I first want to set this blog post up by saying IT IS LATE! I assumed there would be one blog post for both weeks however when I logged on I noticed in current assignments was a spot for a blog post for week ending 2/7. This is not good news for me however I will survive it. Thinking about changing the name of the blog to "Blogging Late, A Rookie in Action". Ok now to the subject material.
This computer hardware stuff gets pretty confusing. I have spent many many years playing on these things and even building them with my father when it was cheaper to assemble computers with components than to buy "Emachines" and package deals. I have enjoyed that part of computing however some of this indepth knowledge of how a computer works is taking the fun out of it. I did however want to understand a little bit more about how the machine cycle of the processor works so I did some Googling.
http://www.jegsworks.com/Lessons/lesson4/lesson4-4.htm
This website shows a couple of diagrams but the computer speak is still heavy. I am searching hi and low for something in more laymans terms.
As the week progresses and I get deeper into this I will continue to hunt for a better description that is much easier to understand. Happy studying!
This computer hardware stuff gets pretty confusing. I have spent many many years playing on these things and even building them with my father when it was cheaper to assemble computers with components than to buy "Emachines" and package deals. I have enjoyed that part of computing however some of this indepth knowledge of how a computer works is taking the fun out of it. I did however want to understand a little bit more about how the machine cycle of the processor works so I did some Googling.
http://www.jegsworks.com/Lessons/lesson4/lesson4-4.htm
This website shows a couple of diagrams but the computer speak is still heavy. I am searching hi and low for something in more laymans terms.
As the week progresses and I get deeper into this I will continue to hunt for a better description that is much easier to understand. Happy studying!
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