Eddie Welker's digital things. Coding, biking, and making things.https://eddiewelker.com/en-ushttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/irish-soda-bread/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/irish-soda-bread/An optimized, high-caraway traditional soda bread baked in a covered Lodge chicken fryer. Adapted for cold-house baking and fresh-milled grains.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:20:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/irish-boxty/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/irish-boxty/A delicious Irish Boxty that uses only the simplest ingredients, making me love it more.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:24:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/no-knead-dutch-oven-bread/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/no-knead-dutch-oven-bread/An easy, high-hydration, no-knead bread featuring a blend of bread flour and dark rye. Optimized for a 7 quart dutch oven.Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:15:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2026/01/06/wordpress-to-hugo-to-astro/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2026/01/06/wordpress-to-hugo-to-astro/My process of moving this site from WordPress to Hugo and then to Astro. A look at why I made the switch and how the tools compare.Tue, 06 Jan 2026 22:40:47 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/fannie-farmer-cranberry-orange-bread/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/fannie-farmer-cranberry-orange-bread/Bake this classic Fannie Farmer Cranberry Orange Bread with a delicious twist: double the cranberries! A moist, citrusy quick bread perfect for the holidays.Sat, 27 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2025/12/05/all_city_space_horse/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2025/12/05/all_city_space_horse/A look at my All City Space Horse bike setup. After several long tours on the GAP and C&O, here is why this rose colored bike is still my favorite.Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:30:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/instant_pot_chili/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/instant_pot_chili/A hearty ground turkey chili made in the Instant Pot. Uses dried pinto beans with a quick-soak method and masa harina for a thick, rich texture in 90 minutes.Sat, 01 Nov 2025 21:39:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/szechuan-noodles/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/szechuan-noodles/My go-to base recipe for spicy Szechuan noodles. Features a rich blend of chili oil, garlic, tahini, and spices bloomed with boiling water for deep flavor.Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:04:28 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2025/03/30/panda_gourmet_mar_2025/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2025/03/30/panda_gourmet_mar_2025/Notes on Szechuan dishes at Panda Gourmet in DC. I breakdown the dry braised chicken and dan dan noodles and why the garlic cucumbers are worth the trip.Sun, 30 Mar 2025 17:53:35 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/black_bean_soup/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/black_bean_soup/A hearty black bean soup adapted from Mark Bittman. Made in the pressure cooker using dried beans for a rich, creamy texture without the need for soaking.Thu, 26 Dec 2024 17:32:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/tofu_or_chicken_and_broccoli/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/tofu_or_chicken_and_broccoli/Make a lighter version of takeout favorites with this bouillon-based sauce. Uses the Instant Pot to steam broccoli perfectly, paired with tofu or chicken.Sun, 07 Apr 2024 21:33:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/frozen_pelmeni/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/frozen_pelmeni/Elevate store-bought frozen pelmeni with simple tricks. Learn how to boil them with aromatics or pan-fry for a crispy finish, served with traditional toppings.Mon, 11 Dec 2023 10:09:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/pressure_cooker_pulled_pork/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/pressure_cooker_pulled_pork/Make tender, shredded pork shoulder in the pressure cooker. Features a homemade dry rub and a rich sauce reduced from the cooking liquid. Perfect for meal prep.Mon, 07 Sep 2020 16:32:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/haluski_kapusta/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/haluski_kapusta/Comfort food at its best: homemade noodles tossed with buttery sautéed cabbage and onions. A Polish classic refined with notes on texture and essential acidity.Tue, 18 Feb 2020 16:17:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2014/03/16/st-patricks-day-corned-beef-and-cabbage-irish-soda-bread/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2014/03/16/st-patricks-day-corned-beef-and-cabbage-irish-soda-bread/A detailed recipe for traditional corned beef and cabbage. It includes steps for making Irish soda bread in a cast iron pan.Mon, 17 Mar 2014 02:25:35 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2013/05/15/wing-contest-at-quarry-house/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2013/05/15/wing-contest-at-quarry-house/Eating habanero wings with friends at Quarry House Tavern. A look at spicy food and watching Young Frankenstein at the AFI.Thu, 16 May 2013 04:50:58 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/onion-dill-rice/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/onion-dill-rice/A simple but flavorful rice dish featuring browned onions, red peppers, garlic, and fresh dill. Works great as a savory side dish or a light vegetarian main.Thu, 04 Aug 2011 02:39:41 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/recipes/relatively-quick-pizza-from-scratch/https://eddiewelker.com/recipes/relatively-quick-pizza-from-scratch/Make two large homemade pizzas in about an hour. This food processor dough recipe is fast, reliable, and yields a crispy crust without the long rise time.Wed, 13 Jul 2011 04:27:59 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2011/04/06/high-performance-css-code-design/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2011/04/06/high-performance-css-code-design/How to find messy spots in your CSS and clean them up. A look at better selectors and modular patterns to help your site load faster.Wed, 06 Apr 2011 05:44:25 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2010/03/31/installing-pil-virtualenv-ubuntu/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2010/03/31/installing-pil-virtualenv-ubuntu/Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:50:42 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/09/24/review-of-learning-jquery-1-3/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/09/24/review-of-learning-jquery-1-3/My review of a jQuery 1.3 book. It covers the basics of the library and if it provides enough value for developers already familiar with JavaScript.Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:13:32 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/09/09/boring-i-moved-post/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/09/09/boring-i-moved-post/Moving back to Laurel to save money and restore a house. A personal update on property taxes and getting back into a regular study routine.Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:07:12 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/08/24/cutting-scheme-in-half/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/08/24/cutting-scheme-in-half/The Scheme steering committee decided to split the language into two versions. A look at what this means for the future of the language and its fans.Mon, 24 Aug 2009 22:50:33 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/08/12/bad-chain-tool-bad/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/08/12/bad-chain-tool-bad/A bike maintenance disaster involving a broken chain tool and a snapped chain. A quick lesson on checking your tools before heading out for a ride.Wed, 12 Aug 2009 05:02:32 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/08/03/check-in/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/08/03/check-in/A summer update on the PubMed redesign, technical books, and fixing a favorite Bianchi bike. Notes on user interaction and developer life in DC.Tue, 04 Aug 2009 02:42:19 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/03/31/url-fairy-tales/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/03/31/url-fairy-tales/An email imagining a story behind a very long and messy ringling dot com URL. A look at how technology can feel like a fantasy world.Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:23:47 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/29/review-of-prototype-based-programming/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/29/review-of-prototype-based-programming/Thoughts on prototype based languages and how they differ from standard object oriented programming. A look at the pros and cons for software design.Fri, 30 Jan 2009 01:14:56 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/25/review-of-expert-python-programming/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/25/review-of-expert-python-programming/A review of Tarek Ziade's book on Python. It covers high level patterns and best practices for developers looking to write better Python code.Sun, 25 Jan 2009 18:02:24 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/09/sibelius-symphony-no-1/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/09/sibelius-symphony-no-1/Performance details for a Columbia Orchestra concert in Maryland. A short note on playing the first symphony by Sibelius.Fri, 09 Jan 2009 23:10:58 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/08/top-5-xslt-books/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2009/01/08/top-5-xslt-books/My list of the best XSLT books for different skill levels. These are the five references I keep on my shelf for daily programming work.Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:42:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/12/28/recursive-xslt-templates/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/12/28/recursive-xslt-templates/How to write recursive XSLT templates to solve tricky problems like splitting strings without needing extra libraries or outside functions.Sun, 28 Dec 2008 22:21:35 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/12/27/xslt-copy-copy-of/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/12/27/xslt-copy-copy-of/A guide on using xsl:copy and xsl:copy-of to handle XML elements. It covers the difference between shallow and deep copies with clear examples.Sat, 27 Dec 2008 21:05:09 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/12/18/affecting-your-situation/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/12/18/affecting-your-situation/Thoughts on professional integrity and taking responsibility in a stormy industry. A look at a New York Philharmonic trombonists take on fakes.Thu, 18 Dec 2008 06:17:38 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/11/25/push-style-xslt-vs-pull-style/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/11/25/push-style-xslt-vs-pull-style/Why push style XSLT is usually better than pulling data. A look at using functional programming ideas to make your templates more reusable.Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:56:24 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/11/11/horror-movies-final-installment/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/11/11/horror-movies-final-installment/My final reviews of classic and modern horror films for Halloween. Thoughts on The Exorcist, Carrie, and the scariest scenes in cinema.Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:47:43 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/30/next-to-last-horror-movies/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/30/next-to-last-horror-movies/Watching 50s cheese in The Blob and psychological horror in Hellraiser II. A look at why some sequels fail to beat the original.Thu, 30 Oct 2008 05:56:47 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/26/more-october-horror-movies/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/26/more-october-horror-movies/Reviews of horror films including 28 Days Later and Hellraiser. A look at 80s imagery and movie plot holes.Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:07:47 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/25/object-oriented-javascript-review/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/25/object-oriented-javascript-review/A review of Stoyan Stefanov's book on JavaScript. It breaks down how the language handles objects and patterns without the usual academic fluff.Sun, 26 Oct 2008 03:02:16 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/16/october-horror-movies/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/16/october-horror-movies/Starting a horror movie marathon with reviews of Nightwatch and Sisters. A look at what makes a psychological thriller actually scary.Thu, 16 Oct 2008 06:02:30 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/08/snapshot-of-right-now/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/10/08/snapshot-of-right-now/A late night reading the Fannie Farmer Cookbook and listening to George Crumb. Thoughts on camera lenses and the next day of work.Wed, 08 Oct 2008 05:39:48 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/09/18/funny-thing-about-bugs/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/09/18/funny-thing-about-bugs/Reflection on the reality of long term bug fixing and writing context dependent code in XSLT. A look at growth as a developer over two years.Fri, 19 Sep 2008 02:17:12 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/09/03/django-10/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/09/03/django-10/A quick note on the official release of Django 1.0. A milestone for Python developers and web frameworks everywhere.Thu, 04 Sep 2008 02:08:48 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/08/04/review-of-web-form-design-filling-in-the-blanks/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/08/04/review-of-web-form-design-filling-in-the-blanks/Review of Luke Wroblewskis book on form design. It covers eye tracking data and best practices for making web forms easier to use.Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:33:45 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/17/clean-room/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/17/clean-room/A tour of my desk and bookshelf after a rare cleaning session. Notes on graph theory books, Mac setups, and keeping the laptop cool with a stand.Fri, 18 Jul 2008 04:58:16 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/15/le-tour/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/15/le-tour/Following the Tour de France and the stories behind the competition. A look at great cycling photography and coverage of the race.Wed, 16 Jul 2008 02:01:52 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/07/review-of-learning-website-development-with-django/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/07/review-of-learning-website-development-with-django/A review of a Django book for beginners. It covers the framework's approach to web development and if the tutorial style works for new programmers.Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:09:03 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/04/july-4/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/07/04/july-4/Celebrating July 4th with hot dog contests and Szechuan food. Also includes a look at rebuilding a site in Django and a new reading list.Sat, 05 Jul 2008 00:46:39 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/06/20/down-to-three-bugs/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/06/20/down-to-three-bugs/Getting close to a work deadline and enjoying a legendary year for Boston sports. A look at championships for the Celtics, Sox, and Giants.Fri, 20 Jun 2008 22:44:02 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/06/01/happy-regular-expressions-day/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/06/01/happy-regular-expressions-day/A very short celebration of Regular Expressions Day. A quick shout out to the most powerful and frustrating tool in a programmers kit.Sun, 01 Jun 2008 08:39:05 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/05/23/getting-a-button-elements-value-attribute-not-innerhtml-in-ie/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/05/23/getting-a-button-elements-value-attribute-not-innerhtml-in-ie/Fri, 23 May 2008 05:52:25 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/27/my-first-flickr-video/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/27/my-first-flickr-video/Using the video service on Flickr to share a clip of Leon Redbone at the Avalon Theater after a YouTube rejection.Sun, 27 Apr 2008 05:45:36 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/13/python/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/13/python/A quick recommendation to learn Python. It provides a helpful context for understanding different programming language theories.Sun, 13 Apr 2008 06:17:13 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/04/wrong/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/04/wrong/A friend shares an xkcd comic that feels very accurate to my online habits. A look at the feeling of needing to correct things on the internet.Fri, 04 Apr 2008 16:50:10 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/01/php-and-me/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/04/01/php-and-me/Why I find the way PHP handles functions to be a bit much. A comparison to simpler languages like Scheme and why intuitive tools matter for developers.Wed, 02 Apr 2008 04:02:38 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/27/its-about-time/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/27/its-about-time/Trying to find time for learning and new projects while balancing work and orchestra. Thoughts on efficiency and local tech meetups in DC.Fri, 28 Mar 2008 01:19:37 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/18/uploaded-photos/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/18/uploaded-photos/A resolution to improve my photography skills to save time on editing. A look at moving toward a digital SLR camera.Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:56:47 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/09/using-the-label-element-for-form-accessibility/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/09/using-the-label-element-for-form-accessibility/Why the label element matters for web forms and accessibility. It also covers a weird Firefox bug where links inside labels trigger checkboxes.Mon, 10 Mar 2008 04:24:38 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/05/big-release-day-on-the-webbernet/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/05/big-release-day-on-the-webbernet/A massive day for web standards with the IE8 beta, Yahoo Fire Eagle, and the Google Contacts API. A breakdown of the latest tools for developers.Thu, 06 Mar 2008 04:06:37 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/04/throwing-ie8-in-acid/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/04/throwing-ie8-in-acid/Putting IE8 and other browsers through the Acid3 test. A quick check on which browsers are actually following web standards.Tue, 04 Mar 2008 14:01:39 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/04/microsoft-takes-giant-pr-step-with-ie8-default-behavior/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/04/microsoft-takes-giant-pr-step-with-ie8-default-behavior/Tue, 04 Mar 2008 05:19:27 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/01/random-february-thoughts/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/03/01/random-february-thoughts/Playing Beethovens Ninth and working on the NCBI website. A personal update on legal tasks and listening to David Bowie.Sat, 01 Mar 2008 18:02:29 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/02/21/i-was-going-to-write-tonight/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/02/21/i-was-going-to-write-tonight/Getting distracted by uploading a large batch of photos to Flickr instead of writing a blog post. A quick link to see the latest pictures.Thu, 21 Feb 2008 05:05:05 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/02/10/writing-scheme-in-javascript-i/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/02/10/writing-scheme-in-javascript-i/Translating a Scheme function into JavaScript. A look at how to handle scope and secrets in an anonymous self executing function.Sun, 10 Feb 2008 18:04:16 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/26/the-ie8-doctype-meta-waiting-game/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/26/the-ie8-doctype-meta-waiting-game/Thoughts on the IE8 meta tag proposal. A look at the history of waiting for Microsoft to fix standard browser behavior.Sun, 27 Jan 2008 01:16:26 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/22/ie8-doctype-and-potentially-broken-default-behavior/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/22/ie8-doctype-and-potentially-broken-default-behavior/Concerns about how Microsoft uses meta tags for IE8 rendering. It covers the mess of using two doctypes and potential issues with backward compatibility.Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:21:53 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/21/finally-i-get-feedburner/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/21/finally-i-get-feedburner/Integrating Feedburner with delicioso and Flickr. A look at the process of aggregating feeds and learning developer tools from scratch.Mon, 21 Jan 2008 20:32:04 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/20/twitter-inspires-similar-thoughts-when-broken/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/20/twitter-inspires-similar-thoughts-when-broken/Ideas for a decentralized version of Twitter using a distributed model. A look at how to handle storage and permissions during outages.Sun, 20 Jan 2008 17:15:03 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/16/what-ive-been-up-to/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/16/what-ive-been-up-to/A diagram for a default application design at NCBI. Also includes initial ideas for writing a Firefox extension.Wed, 16 Jan 2008 18:44:14 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/13/website-usability-annoyance-no-1/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/13/website-usability-annoyance-no-1/The frustration of being redirected to a home page after logging in. A look at why websites should preserve your search context.Sun, 13 Jan 2008 09:14:48 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/08/update-to-some-random-thoughts/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/08/update-to-some-random-thoughts/Focusing on learning Scheme instead of Python for now. Also a quick update on the Giants and the Processing language.Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:19:16 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/08/back-on-two-wheels/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2008/01/08/back-on-two-wheels/Riding to work for the first time in ages. Notes on Maryland hills, fixed gear ratios, and why January weather in Bethesda is worth the trip.Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:04:57 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/31/thanks/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/31/thanks/A look at the visitor locations for this website. It is exciting to see traffic coming from dozens of different countries.Tue, 01 Jan 2008 02:47:20 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/30/random-thoughts/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/30/random-thoughts/Sun, 30 Dec 2007 05:21:34 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/28/cats-out-of-the-bag/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/28/cats-out-of-the-bag/A very short update noting that an old friend found the blog. The digital world gets a little smaller as the secret gets out.Fri, 28 Dec 2007 15:55:48 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/19/wow/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/19/wow/Microsoft claims a version of IE8 passes the Acid2 smiley face test. A skeptical look at the screenshot and web standards.Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:11:44 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/18/another-design-tweak/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/18/another-design-tweak/Making small CSS adjustments using pseudo attributes. A look at cross platform rendering in 2007 and why IE didnt catch on fire this time.Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:06:19 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/18/editing-live/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/18/editing-live/Tweaking the sites CSS in real time. A quick warning for anyone seeing things move around while I work on the design.Wed, 19 Dec 2007 01:11:20 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/17/jean-edward-welker/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/17/jean-edward-welker/A personal post about family history and the story behind my name. A short look at the generations that came before me.Tue, 18 Dec 2007 03:23:47 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/05/minor-distractions/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/12/05/minor-distractions/A handful of links to stay busy with microformats and the email standards project while waiting on news about IE8.Thu, 06 Dec 2007 01:04:45 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/19/review-of-high-performance-web-sites/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/19/review-of-high-performance-web-sites/My thoughts on Steve Souders book about web speed. The YSlow plugin is great but the book mostly covers things already available in the free documentation.Mon, 19 Nov 2007 05:27:28 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/16/photos/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/16/photos/Editing ALCS game photos and band shots in Photoshop. A look at why I feel the need to edit everything before posting to Flickr Pro.Fri, 16 Nov 2007 17:48:41 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/13/long-3-day-weekend/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/13/long-3-day-weekend/Closing down a house in East Hampton while dealing with long drives and bad pizza. A look at the chores and small victories of a 3 day weekend.Wed, 14 Nov 2007 04:53:17 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/10/weekend/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/10/weekend/A quick trip to New York to shut down the summer house for the season. A short update on driving and relaxing for the weekend.Sat, 10 Nov 2007 13:38:25 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/08/time-for-small-celebration/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/11/08/time-for-small-celebration/Celebrating the launch of several months of work on the PubMed website. A look at the minor but important steps in a large redesign.Fri, 09 Nov 2007 02:48:35 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/30/sweet-now-ill-never-have-to-join-facebook/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/30/sweet-now-ill-never-have-to-join-facebook/Googles announcement of OpenSocial and common APIs for social apps. A look at new ways to build social tools without Facebook.Wed, 31 Oct 2007 04:45:08 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/30/microformats-for-you-and-me/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/30/microformats-for-you-and-me/Wed, 31 Oct 2007 01:44:23 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/30/i-just-killed-wordpress/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/30/i-just-killed-wordpress/Browser crashes while trying to edit a post in WordPress. A look at the frustrations of working with web tools that do not behave as expected.Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:45:22 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/25/firefox-for-mac-and-displaying-small-font-sizes/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/25/firefox-for-mac-and-displaying-small-font-sizes/Checking out a one pixel difference in how Firefox for Mac renders small fonts. A look at how different browsers handle anti aliasing and tiny text.Thu, 25 Oct 2007 20:19:27 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/23/not-the-worst-movie-ever-and-the-worst/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/23/not-the-worst-movie-ever-and-the-worst/Criticizing the Rob Zombie Halloween remake and its lack of camera angles. Also a quick mention of watching Snakes on a Plane.Wed, 24 Oct 2007 04:14:27 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/23/xslt-class/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/23/xslt-class/My experience at an XSLT training course in Maryland. A look at functional programming ideas and Doug Tidwells book on XML transformations.Wed, 24 Oct 2007 03:07:13 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/22/game-7-i-think-kenny-lofton-was-out-at-second/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/22/game-7-i-think-kenny-lofton-was-out-at-second/Analyzing a controversial play in the ALCS between the Red Sox and Indians. A look at base running rules and a great play by Manny Ramirez.Mon, 22 Oct 2007 05:23:29 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/20/concert-tonight/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/20/concert-tonight/Preparing for a performance of Tchaikovskys 4th with the Columbia Orchestra. A quick note on practice, performance, and baseball distractions.Sat, 20 Oct 2007 19:44:25 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/18/class-over/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/18/class-over/Wrapping up an XSLT class and seeing how the language fits with functional programming concepts. A short note on the connection to Lisp and Scheme.Thu, 18 Oct 2007 12:36:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/12/whirlwind/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/12/whirlwind/Packing for a trip to see the Red Sox in the ALCS. A look at the excitement of visiting Boston for the first time in years.Fri, 12 Oct 2007 23:03:40 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/10/problem-du-jour-firefox-fonts/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/10/problem-du-jour-firefox-fonts/Debugging why fonts appear smaller in Firefox on Mac compared to Windows. A challenge when you do not have a Mac at work.Wed, 10 Oct 2007 13:03:03 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/03/rss-newsreaders/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/03/rss-newsreaders/Comparing Vienna and FeedDemon newsreaders. A look at ergonomic keystrokes and why usability matters in small applications.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 04:46:54 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/03/catching-up/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/03/catching-up/A life update covering moving, baseball, and a reading list for developers. Notes on DOM scripting, the Little Schemer, and riding in Rockville.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 03:16:00 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/03/tbs-broadcasting-the-red-sox-playoff-game/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/03/tbs-broadcasting-the-red-sox-playoff-game/Criticizing technical errors in the TBS baseball coverage. A look at missed pitches and common knowledge repeats during the playoffs.Thu, 04 Oct 2007 00:40:41 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/02/playoffs/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/10/02/playoffs/Planning a trip to Boston for the Red Sox playoffs. A quick note on the stress of getting tickets for a big game.Wed, 03 Oct 2007 00:07:46 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/25/95-done-moving/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/25/95-done-moving/Almost settled into the new place while keeping an eye on the Red Sox division race. A look at the chaos of boxes and the need for a routine.Wed, 26 Sep 2007 04:11:03 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/18/thought-for-the-day/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/18/thought-for-the-day/A reminder that usability should be part of every step in the creation process. Every role on a project should keep the user in mind.Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:55:50 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/12/cool-september-air/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/12/cool-september-air/David Ortiz hits a walk off home run just as the fall weather arrives. A short post on the intersection of baseball and the changing seasons.Thu, 13 Sep 2007 02:47:12 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/12/blurry-focus/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/12/blurry-focus/The struggle of a long CSS redesign project and the constraints of mimicking old table layouts. Thoughts on developer focus and browser limitations.Thu, 13 Sep 2007 02:23:12 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/06/css-shorthand-cheat-sheet/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/06/css-shorthand-cheat-sheet/I made a single page reference for CSS shorthand properties. It covers the orders and defaults for the styles I can never seem to remember.Fri, 07 Sep 2007 04:37:56 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/04/pushing-browsers/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/04/pushing-browsers/Frustration with Internet Explorer not supporting css table attributes from 1998. A look at why web standards take so long to adopt.Wed, 05 Sep 2007 03:59:03 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/01/all-this-traffic/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/01/all-this-traffic/Leaving the traffic behind and signing the lease for a new place. A quick update on the nerves and excitement of moving into a new space.Sat, 01 Sep 2007 14:52:07 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/01/minor-design-update/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/09/01/minor-design-update/Tuning the CSS for a new site design. A look at the philosophy of using Photoshop for comps and why clean design is not always the main goal.Sat, 01 Sep 2007 06:42:51 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/30/my-new-look-on-old-characters/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/30/my-new-look-on-old-characters/Learning about typography history and interaction design. A look at how common symbols change the way we read and design.Fri, 31 Aug 2007 04:23:14 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/28/i-looked-i-purchased/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/28/i-looked-i-purchased/Renting a house in Kensington Maryland after just one look. A quick update on moving close to work and the costs of living in the area.Wed, 29 Aug 2007 01:41:22 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/27/opera-9-and-decimal-em-lengths/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/27/opera-9-and-decimal-em-lengths/Testing how Opera 9 calculates decimal em values. A look at visual alignment issues and css hacks for different browsers.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 19:14:59 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/26/beginning-of-the-fall-semester/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/26/beginning-of-the-fall-semester/Reflection on a new orchestra season and a year of career growth. Thoughts on learning HTML and CSS while moving through a big career transition.Mon, 27 Aug 2007 02:28:12 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/26/red-sox-sweep-white-sox/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/26/red-sox-sweep-white-sox/The Red Sox outscore Chicago by 39 runs in a four game sweep. A look at the team heating up before heading to New York.Sun, 26 Aug 2007 21:19:08 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/22/extreme-early-review-of-advanced-dom-scripting/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/22/extreme-early-review-of-advanced-dom-scripting/Early excitement about Jeffrey Sambells book on DOM scripting. A look at scope chains and closures for developers learning JavaScript.Thu, 23 Aug 2007 04:03:22 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/22/ie-flicker-thought-we-had-a-solution/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/22/ie-flicker-thought-we-had-a-solution/Thu, 23 Aug 2007 01:44:13 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/22/oh-sweet-irony/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/22/oh-sweet-irony/A short note on the Orioles losing by 27 runs immediately after making their interim manager permanent.Thu, 23 Aug 2007 01:40:57 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/21/ie-6-background-flicker-problem/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/21/ie-6-background-flicker-problem/Fixing the old IE6 bug where background images flicker on hover. A look at how mouse movements were causing too many server hits for single images.Tue, 21 Aug 2007 19:20:56 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/20/being-different/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/20/being-different/The Seattle Symphony hired four concertmasters without giving a clear reason. A look at this unusual move and its departure from orchestral norms.Tue, 21 Aug 2007 02:28:59 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/20/moving-but-not-yet/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/20/moving-but-not-yet/Trying to find an affordable place to live in Bethesda. Notes on local commuting and concerns about safety on the bike path.Mon, 20 Aug 2007 23:20:58 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/20/internet-explorer-6-still-stinks/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/20/internet-explorer-6-still-stinks/Another day wasted dealing with the frustrations of Internet Explorer 6. A short note on why this browser remains a major hurdle for developers.Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:45:53 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/19/expression-engine/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/19/expression-engine/Experimenting with ExpressionEngine and its template syntax. A look at the work required to customize a CMS and a large order of technical books.Sun, 19 Aug 2007 15:55:05 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/17/blog-software/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/17/blog-software/Thinking about switching to ExpressionEngine or Symphony CMS. A look at customizable tools and a quick update on a Washington Nationals game.Fri, 17 Aug 2007 15:47:40 GMThttps://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/15/prelude/https://eddiewelker.com/blog/2007/08/15/prelude/The first post on my new domain and blog. Notes on the yellow theme and the work needed to get the site designed.Thu, 16 Aug 2007 02:04:28 GMT