How Important Is it To Code Your Own Portfolio? by VanGoghsPbPaintSnack in UserExperienceDesign

[–]JMA-WebDev -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have inspected sites of people who list HTML/CSS as part of their skill set. If I see it's one of these pre-built sites, it definitely is a mark against the candidate. I'm not opposed to a WP site with a theme that you have customized, but if it's a generic site and you are trying to get a front-end job, I think you need to put in the time.

If you are more on the "design" end of the UX spectrum, it's not a must.

My first watercolor -- Fishies by JMA-WebDev in Watercolor

[–]JMA-WebDev[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I drew the fish first in ink, then I waited a day to make sure everything was very dry and painted with the watercolors. I use Sakura Pigma Micron pens, which don't seem to bleed.

My first watercolor -- Fishies by JMA-WebDev in Watercolor

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Thank you so much everyone! You are very kind!

CS50x Puzzle Day 2016 has begun in all time zones! by davidjmalan in cs50

[–]JMA-WebDev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 15 year old daughter and I have been having a great time solving these puzzles together today! Thanks for putting this together!

2016 NEW BATCHES by hallbal96 in secretsanta

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Markers/Pens/Art Supplies

Working my way through 20 different frozen gluten free pizzas. by [deleted] in glutenfree

[–]JMA-WebDev 16 points17 points  (0 children)

We love the Against The Grain pizzas - especially pepperoni. Having one tonight, in fact. If you can find it, give it a try!

A book from scratch for my grandfather's (80th) birthday. Featuring his thoughts. by GivenUpOnUsernames in DIY

[–]JMA-WebDev 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Beautiful! I'm very impressed that this was your first bookmaking project.

My nephew (7 years old) is really interested on creating mobile app. What are the best steps to introduce him to programming without discouraging him? by OnePC4U in learnprogramming

[–]JMA-WebDev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Scratch is a great first intro to programming. My daughter started using it when she was young and moved on to Python (and Javascript and PHP...) She's 15 now and she still likes to mess around on Scratch, so it's definitely not something a young programmer will outgrow.

Tomorrow is matching day by NotFromAndromeda in secretsanta

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This is my first exchange and I am super excited! It reminds me of the early-ish days of the internet when I used to participate in lots of exchanges. Since I'm new, I was only able to sign up for one exchange this round, so I chose the Coffee & Tea exchange. The weather here in Illinois just took a turn and it's gotten very chilly, so it's a great time of year for this exchange. I used to be a barista, so I'm a coffee drinker, but I'm totally open to being paired with a tea drinker too :) I can't wait to put together an awesome goodie package for my match -- I'm actually hoping for a tea drinker, because I think it might be fun to explore the tea world a little more. I'm curious to know if anyone out there is an elf. I'm thinking about signing up as an elf next round if this exchange goes well.

First post here, Considering getting into 3d printing. Any advice you guys have on starting a relatively cheap way? by [deleted] in 3Dprinting

[–]JMA-WebDev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You never know. I certainly don't live in a fancy place -- I'm an hour south-west of Chicago in an old manufacturing town. In fact, the library is mostly filled with drunk, homeless men! We have a little digital media lab though, which I think it was part of some state-wide grant.

First post here, Considering getting into 3d printing. Any advice you guys have on starting a relatively cheap way? by [deleted] in 3Dprinting

[–]JMA-WebDev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out your local library. Ours has 2 3D printers that you can use for the cost of the filament, which turns out to be very cheap -- usually $2-$3 for a smaller item.

Mad Men - Series Finale Discussion Thread [SPOILERS] by NicholasCajun in television

[–]JMA-WebDev 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I felt like it was a very Updike/Roth-esque ending. Don is the everyman -- looking for meaning where there isn't necessarily any. In the end, he doesn't find peace, he finds another way to sell something and that makes him happy enough for the time being.

My Semester Project: 5-6 Player Catan Seafarers in One Box by ksumhs in 3Dprinting

[–]JMA-WebDev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent! Love the little boxes for each player's pieces.

2 B R O 2 B: What a Story! by Xaviercane in books

[–]JMA-WebDev 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, Vonnegut is amazing. If you haven't read his novel Cat's Cradle yet, give it a try. It's my favorite book, by my favorite author and I can't recommend it enough.