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Personal Optimization • Sep 16, 2013

Hackers & Writers – Practicing the Non-Linear Arts

I grew up writing both stories and code, but it took me a long time to figure out just how similar they are.

Extracurricular Activities • Sep 13, 2013

Hackable Cars, for Enthusiasts… and Others

Our cars are hackable, and the possibilities range from merely inconvenient to downright dangerous.

Developer Tools • Sep 12, 2013

A Comparison of Remote Pairing Tools – Skype vs. Wemux vs. Chrome Remote Desktop

A look at several tools I've used for remote pairing (Skype, Webmux, and Chrome Remote Desktop) and their respective strengths and weaknesses.

News & Events • Sep 11, 2013

Growing through Acquisition: Atomic Welcomes Former SRT Solutions Employees

I'm pleased to announce that Atomic Object is opening an office in Ann Arbor through the acquisition of SRT Solutions.

Growing as Makers • Sep 10, 2013

4 Ways to Beat Post-Conference Information Overload

I always leave a good conference with so many big ideas that I feel overwhelmed. Here are 4 ways I think through and remember what I've learned.

Developer Tools • Sep 09, 2013

5 Unix Commands I Wish I’d Discovered Years Earlier

I've been using *nix systems for quite a while. But there are a few commands that I somehow overlooked and wish I'd discovered years earlier.

Development Practices • Sep 08, 2013

Framework Docs Are a First-Class Citizen

Documenting your framework code is crucial to its success. I recommend Documentation Driven Development (DDD).

Web Apps • Sep 06, 2013

My Experiences with Ruby off Rails

Don't assume that Ruby is only useful for making websites with Ruby on Rails, because I've been using it for years without shipping a Rails app.

Development Practices • Sep 05, 2013

7 Ways to Reduce Developer Friction on Embedded Projects

If you want something to get done, make it easy. Reducing friction at the start of a project saves time in the long run and makes it easier to do the right thing.

UX/Design Practices • Sep 03, 2013

Using the MDA Framework as an Approach to Game Design

With the MDA game design framework, you can create software games that maximize the your technological competitive advantage and communicate your brand.

.NET / WPF • Sep 01, 2013

HIDSharp: USB HID Communications in .NET

HIDSharp is a great little library for USB HID communication in .NET.

Communities • Aug 31, 2013

My 3 Favorite Places to Bike in Downtown Detroit

Detroit offers excellent cycling opportunities and has been a nice home for extending Atomic's bike culture.