by Russ Guill | Apr 6, 2017 | Lab Reactions
I came across this article a few days ago, and in many ways it landed with me. Maybe that sounds funny coming from a person whose job revolves around social media, but I get it. There’s a lot out there to make us miserable. And it’s a time suck. And very little of it...
by Chris Apple | Mar 29, 2017 | Lab Reactions
When I first saw this article, I didn’t quite know what to make of it. I can see where many aspects of what we ask programmers to do is very much like an assembly line. I agree that part of the thing that I love about working in the technical industry is the sheer...
by Russ Guill | Mar 29, 2016 | Lab Reactions
Chris gives us a two-fer, reacting to a couple articles about that ever-elusive work/life balance. “I feel fortunate to work for a company that lets me work hard but also allows me to do so in ways that best play to my strengths. The old adage of ‘slow and steady wins...
by Russ Guill | Mar 23, 2016 | Lab Reactions
Jarrod and Chris share their reactions to this article about the Air Force’s struggle to tailor redesigned cockpits to the “average” pilot. Chris Apple says, “The most interesting thing that stood out to me is how eerily similar this is to issue...
by Russ Guill | Mar 17, 2016 | Lab Reactions
Chris Apple shares his reaction to this article about Capital One allowing bank transactions to be made over Alexa-enabled Amazon devices, such as Echo, Tap, and Tap Dot. “Confession time… I’m a gadget nerd. I love the latest and greatest...
by Amanda Garner | Sep 24, 2013 | Lab Reactions
This month we are recognizing technical writer Russ Guill. Here’s what he told us when we asked about his volunteer experiences. Why do you volunteer? I think it’s a responsibility that’s been given to me and to others who have the means (e.g., time, money,...
