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Handling orientation changes in the Android UI framework

July 14, 2011 1:18pm PDT

William Francis provides Android developers with an overview of four common ways to manage orientation changes on the UI in applications.

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Raspberry Pi: Five ways business can use it

May 9, 2012 6:58am PDT

The $40 Linux computer is a tempting replacement for expensive, high-end machines in a number of business tasks.

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10 ways to work better with your boss

December 18, 2007 11:00am PST

I'm gettin' paid by the hour, and older by the minute My boss just pushed me over the limit I'd like to call him somethin' I think I'll just call it a day... -- Alan Jackson, Jimmy Buffett,...

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Manage your Nagios installation with the web-based GUI NagiosQL

August 13, 2012 12:32pm PDT

NagiosQL is a powerful web-based GUI tool that helps you configure and manage your Nagios network monitor. Follow these NagiosQL install instructions.

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Windows Phone 7: binding custom ListBox data

August 27, 2012 7:50pm PDT

To make useful Windows Phone apps, one must master how to add data into ListBoxes.

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Five chat client apps to make business collaboration easier

September 17, 2012 11:51am PDT

Efficient communication within a business is vital if you want your users to get the most out of collaboration.

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Java insecurity: Options are few for many enterprises [Update]

January 16, 2013 6:49am PST

Scott Lowe explains the challenges of trying to remove Java on an organizational level, a route many IT pros --tired of dealing with continual exploits -- would love to take.

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Five tips for finding a good use for old tech manuals

April 27, 2011 1:39pm PDT

If you're trying to decide what to do with that mountain of outdated tech manuals and guides, you have a number of viable options (none of which will require a backhoe or a bonfire). Derek...

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Web design themes: Create a vintage look and feel

September 18, 2012 11:46am PDT

Ryan Boudreaux illustrates some of the elements that come together to create a vintage, or retro-themed, web design and shares some tips for finding resources and inspiration.

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30 inspirational website designs for non-profits

February 16, 2012 1:43pm PST

This gallery of thirty non-profit and charitable website designs showcases their up-to-date content, creativity, passion, innovation, and inspiration that make them stand out among competitors.

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VB6 Tip: Understanding the importance of ByVal and ByRef keywords

January 7, 2005 8:00am PST

Defining whether procedures are passed by reference or value is an essential part of almost every VB program.

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Block access to a Web site using the Cisco IOS

September 14, 2006 8:55pm PDT

A TechRepublic member recently e-mailed David Davis and asked him how to block a specific Web site using the Cisco IOS. In this edition of Cisco Routers and Switches, David Davis answers the...

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Advice for developers about UX, requirements, project management

January 25, 2013 9:11pm PST

Read why Justin James thinks developers should continue to focus on user experience, get to know their users, and improve project management.

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How do I... Use CSS to create an image map on my Web site?

April 22, 2008 1:26pm PDT

Thanks to the rise of Flash technology, image maps are rarely used anymore. However, CSS does allow you to create an image map with some subtle mouse over effects with a few slick modifications to...

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Determine when to use stored procedures vs. SQL in the code

July 1, 2005 7:00am PDT

Tony Patton discusses the merits of stored procedures versus placing SQL directly in the code. Find out which one is best for your particular situation.

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Top 10 Career Management blogs of 2012

December 24, 2012 8:06am PST

See what Career Management blogs captured the most attention in 2012.

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Get your fieldset style on

November 1, 2012 6:00am PDT

Ryan Boudreaux demonstrates how to jazz up the fieldset element with CSS3 styling.

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Easily consume SOAP Web services with JavaScript

October 3, 2005 7:10pm PDT

If you aren't using Web services in your development work, it's time to start consuming Web services whenever and wherever possible. This article demonstrates how easy it is to consume Web...

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Developing a simple database client solution using Microsoft Access

December 23, 2002 8:00am PST

An organization that used multiple Excel sheets to capture the company's human resources data found a more efficient solution in Microsoft Access. Here's what one consultant built and how it saved...

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How to get started with jQuery

March 29, 2012 11:55am PDT

Ryan Boudreaux shows you how to get started using the cross-platform JavaScript library jQuery in this tutorial. You will need a knowledge of HTML and CSS and a basic understanding of JavaScript.

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