Tuesday, January 24, 2017

What's the plan Mike?

Way back in Post 300 I announced plans to wrap up work on the blog, and move onto other projects.  The idea doing the last post here in December.

Things haven't quite panned out that way.  Although it's interesting to note how things have gone, and that the announcement wasn't a lie, or even the in-vogue term of the moment "alternate truth".

What triggered Post 300 was the realisation that I had some other projects, and unless I throttle down my work on TestSheepNZ considerably I'd never make progress with them.  The intent was to work on my planned astronomy blog - I've not launched this, but I've done a lot of work on it, the first 2-3 months are written up and ready to go!

I also have worked none stop on my novel, Melody Harper's Moon, I included a little piece in a previous blog because I found it was the kind of inspiration I think we all needed.  This novel is finished and out with some readers at the moment, who are helping me evolve it (there are just so many testing parallels here).

I'm really pleased with that, but it could only happen by downing tools on test blogging to find the space for it.  I knew in post 300 that's what I'd need to do, but it was very hard.  There has been so much in testing and critical thinking I've wanted to write about, especially with the craziness of what people voted for in 2016.  In the actions since Donald Trump became President, the need for critical thinking has never been higher, as we're told at press conferences "we didn't keep numbers on attendance at the inauguration, but I'm telling you it was the largest attendance ever, at least a million".

My interest in critical thinking originally was about avoiding making wrong moves in work, being led down a garden path (as we Brits say).  Suddenly it's very relevant to everything we're being told.  I know my Twitter account like many is focusing more and more on talking politics.  And I know I've lost a few followers about it.  I've thought really hard about making another account for such talk, but if I have a brand, I hope it's not just about testing, it's very much following your head and your heart.  So I hope you'll understand why it's important to me, to all of us.

I'm hoping to pick up working on the automation series I started last year.  That was a real educational blast.  We've done some considerable work on automation theory, and including Java fundamentals, so we have a strong base to work from.

And finally, since the inauguration, I've started work on a satirical political site called President Sidious.  It mimics the ascension of Emperor Palpatine, but aping a lot of Donald Trumps misbehaviour.  There's an account linked to it which I'll be posting on occasionally, if you enjoy the blog, consider following it here.

No ... wait.  Use the Jedi mind trick, "you will follow that account"...



I really encourage you to check it out, and let me know what you think - satire is a very difficult thing.  Today I wrote about making Jabba the Hutt Minister For Women's Affairs, and that seems so ridiculous, until you find out this is the group of guys (notice "guys") who are passing executive orders over what women aren't allowed to do with their body regarding birth control.  Because of course "they know best" ...


As almost a survival bootcamp for the next 4 years, consider reading my series of posts on Critical Thinking, which can be found here.


Now playing: "Cosmic Dancer", Marc Bolan


107 comments:

  1. Saya ingin berbagi cerita kepada anda bahwa saya IBU HERAWATI seorang TKW dari malaysia dan secara tidak sengaja saya buka internet dan saya melihat komentar IBU DARNA yg dari singapur tentan AKI SYHE MAULANA yg telah membantu dia menjadi sukses dan akhirnya saya juga mencoba menghubungi beliau dan alhamdulillah beliau mau membantu saya untuk memberikan nomor Togel/lottrey toto 4D dr hasil ritual/ghaib melalui jarak jauh dan alhamdulillah itu betul-betul terbukti tembus dan menang RM.230.000 Ringgit ,kini saya kembali indon membeli rumah dan kereta walaupun sy Cuma pembantu rumah tanggah di selangor malaysia, sy sangat berterimakasih kepada AKI SYHE MAULANA dan tidak lupa mengucap syukur kepada ALLAH karna melalui AKI MAULANA saya juga sudah bisa sesukses ini. Jadi kawan2 yg dalam kesusahan jg pernah putus asah, kalau sudah waktunya tuhan pasti kasi jalan asal anda mau berusaha, ini adalah kisah nyata dari seorang TKW, AKI MAULANA adalah guru spiritual terkenal di indonesia. jika anda ingin seperti saya kunjungi situs/website KLIK DISINI RITUAL PESUGIHAN DUNIA GHAIB



    SUCCESS STORY OF HERAWATI MOTHER

    I want to share the story to you that I am HERAWATI MOTHER a TKW from malaysia and accidentally I open internet and I see DARNA MOTHER comment from singapur about AKI SYHE MAULANA who has helped him become successful and finally I also tried to contact him and alhamdulillah he Want to help me to give the number Togel/lottrey toto 4D dr ritual results / unseen and alhamdulillah it really proved translucent and won RM.230.000 Ringgit, now I am back indon buying house and train although sy Just a housemaid at selangor malaysia, sy very thankful To AKI SYHE MAULANA and do not forget to give thanks to ALLAH because through AKI MAULANA I also can be as successful as this.So kawan2 who in distress jg ever break down, when it's time god must be the road of origin you want to try, this is the true story of a migrant worker, AKI MAULANA is a famous spiritual teacher in Indonesia. If you want to like me visit the website CLICK HERE RITUAL GHAIB TEMBUS LOTTREY


    ReplyDelete
  2. This article is very much helpful and i hope this will be an useful information for the needed one. Keep on updating these kinds of informative things.
    Software Testing Training in Chennai | Selenium Training in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  3. Really it looks different blog and having elaborate information about the future of IT. Best Software Testing Training in Chennai Good article with Java and Testing.

    ReplyDelete

  4. คาสิโน Online gambling site Free life is easy to play. Do not waste time and trouble traveling. Travel makes us spend a lot of money. And also spend a lot of time. The present day has developed. Online gambling continues to grow. By gambling online Have gambling online. Everyone is more interested in gambling and more fun new. Get ready to enter into the betting experience and experience the ultimate bounty of gambling. The life of free bets, the exhilaration of the modern era. And get special discount on playing games that enjoy online gaming moods that make good things for ourselves. With great promotions Gambling privileges. Online Sports Betting, Social Exhilaration The answer to the problem of luck. Interested in touch with the enjoyment of the industry. A better way to a better life. Games that make fun every day. Every aspect of the new play. Have fun with us at the web.Gclub

    ReplyDelete
  5. คาสิโนออนไลน์ Online Gambling Gambling Sites Gambling is more easy to play. By choosing to play in online format. The open activity for everyone to join the game easily. Enjoy the fun of all ages. Open service is no ceremony. Ready for new fun freedom life Betting games that are ready to serve as a friendly. There are new games that everyone can play at home. Only subscribers can join online gambling with us. Worth the enjoyment Go to activities that go far. Open a good service to get rich first. The game meets the auras that convey happiness. People have read. Different gambling techniques. With great betting techniques to gamble, play often. The way to leading gambling. The way to play free games. Gambling creates new channels of interest. We have more than 30 million baht worth of prizes for those who are interested in our games. In the pursuit of pleasure, the web is really open.Ruby888

    ReplyDelete
  6. คาสิโน Online gambling sites are open to everyone to enjoy each day. Modern Games Gambling is a game that is constantly popular. Get ready for all the moments of entertainment that lead to a bright future. The casino is a game that brings fun to the streets of gambling, ready to answer every moment of fun at anyone. I choose to play all the time. Playing Gambling Games At the time of popular enjoyment. Gambling for fun all day. Make your way to a great new social gaming opportunity. Start a fun and endless game online. Easy Gambling Top Gambling Games Enjoy the most exciting moment. Moreover We also have a great offer. Called a game that is easy to understand. Just by playing on your mobile device, tapping the phone, you can access online betting instantly. We care about everyone who wants to get into online poker today.Gclub

    ReplyDelete
  7. คาสิโนออนไลน์ Online Gambling Games Site Life is easy to play. Welcome everyone to the most popular activities. Play at home. The fun of creating new expertise for all gamblers who are interested in fun. We offer a great selection of gambling options that you should not miss. Play free online games. Have a modern opinion. The game gives you all the modern life. The perfect happiness. Opportunity to enter the era. Games that make social choices everywhere. Every time, the game is open to all parties to participate in online gambling. Fun to share There are a lot of opportunities to win big money to win a lot of popular luck. Find the future of Thai society. Open to the current gambling luck. Gambling The financial state is very crazy. To play the game with us. We give you the opportunity to have a good time to get to know the game simple. Make money online every day through the web.Ruby888

    ReplyDelete

  8. คาสิโน New Age Gambling Website Open up the fun online where everyone is interested in fun, open up the fun channel that welcomes you to the path of social fun. An alternative to the exhilarating viewing experience of gambling, online gambling, the ultimate gaming experience, and an unmatched financial channel. Gambling Online There are more than 200 gambling games to win a jackpot of up to 30 million. Sink easy to get promotions, discounts, privileges. A lot of fun to open the path. Get started on the chance to create a chance for everyone to play. The game is fast approaching. You do not have to spend far more time to open up a bright future. Gambling Play the game in the way you want it to be happy new game fun with a new look of gambling. Choose to play in the new game. Make the most money. Interested in playing modern games on the web satisfaction.Sbobet

    ReplyDelete
  9. Royal1688 Gaming Website in Contemporary Gambling New Opportunities for New Ways Play Online Casino Games Join the fun game in the game and open the way to a worthwhile chance. Start with the chance to meet the perfect life. The online casino is popular online. Developed and forwarded games for better communication. Fun to be around is a game that complements the channel close to many people to gamble through the fun of online gambling. Challenge Activities Start from what should be, no matter what kind of gambling game you are. The game is a good choice. The game has a positive feedback to itself. Have fun every day. Interested in the fun of playing the best match. The best open source betting option. Win money to be added to all of them as well. Interested in playing games in the current period. You can choose to play the casino game easy money through the website.Goldclub Slot

    ReplyDelete
  10. Thank you for sharing valuable informationNice post,I enjoyed reading this post.

    ดูหนัง

    ReplyDelete
  11. Thanks for posting useful information.You have provided an nice article, Thank you very much for this one. And i hope this will be useful for many people.. and i am waiting for your next post keep on updating these kinds of knowledgeable things...Really it was an awesome article...very interesting to read..please sharing like this information......

    Hadoop Training in Chennai
    Big Data Training in Chennai
    Python Training in Chennai
    Python Training Centers in Chennai
    Data Science Training in Chennai
    Data Science Course in Chennai
    Data Analytics Training in Chennai
    Best AngularJS Training in Chennai
    AngularJS Training in Chennai
    QlikView Training in Chennai
    Informatica Training in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  12. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  13. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  14. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  15. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  16. The most popular destination for Hadoop Training in

    Noida
    in NOIDA is CIITNOIDA in Sector-2

    You can Master the various components of Hadoop ecosystem like Hadoop, MapReduce Architecture, Pig, Hive, HBase, Sqoop, Flume by their Senior Experts

    from Industry with good Industrial experience of handling big projects.

    You can even Get hands-on practice with live projects and ORACLE certification at CIITNOIDA.

    This Big Data Hadoop Training in Noida is best

    suited for CS & IT Engineering Students, professionals looking to gain expertise in Big Data and work for Fortune 500 Software Companies.

    Hadoop Training in Noida
    Big Data Hadoop Training in Noida

    ReplyDelete
  17. All are saying the same thing repeatedly, but in your blog I had a chance to get some useful and unique information, I love your writing style very much, I would like to suggest your blog in my dude circle, so keep on updates.


    Great thoughts you got there, believe I may possibly try just some of it throughout my daily life.

    rpa Training in Chennai

    rpa Training in bangalore

    rpa Training in pune

    blueprism Training in Chennai

    blueprism Training in bangalore

    blueprism Training in pune

    iot-training-in-chennai

    ReplyDelete
  18. I really appreciate this post. I’ve been looking all over for this! Thank goodness I found it on Bing. You’ve made my day! Thx again!


    java training in tambaram | java training in velachery

    java training in omr | oracle training in chennai

    java training in annanagar | java training in chennai

    ReplyDelete
  19. I am sure this post has helped me save many hours of browsing other related posts just to find what I was looking for. Many thanks!
    python training in pune
    python online training
    python training in OMR

    ReplyDelete
  20. This is such a great resource that you are providing and you give it away for free. I love seeing blog that understand the value. I’m glad to have found this post as it’s such an interesting one! I am always on the lookout for quality posts and articles so i suppose I’m lucky to have found this! I hope you will be adding more in the future.
    https://www.the-interface.co.in/

    ReplyDelete
  21. This is an awesome post.Really very informative and creative contents. These concept is a good way to enhance the knowledge.I like it and help me to development very well.Thank you for this brief explanation and very nice information.Well, got a good knowledge.
    RPA Training in Chennai
    Selenium Training in Chennai
    RPA Training Institute in Chennai
    Robotic Process Automation Courses
    Selenium classes in chennai
    Selenium testing training in chennai

    ReplyDelete

  22. Awwsome informative blog ,Very good information thanks for sharing such wonderful blog with us ,after long time came across such knowlegeble blog. keep sharing such informative blog with us.
    Airport Management Courses in Chennai | Airport Management Training in Chennai | Diploma in Airport Management Course in Chennai | Airlines Training Chennai | Airline Academy in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  23. Great Article… I love to read your articles because your writing style is too good, its is very very helpful for all of us. Do check | Get trained by an expert who will enrich you with the latest updates.
    Hadoop Training in Chennai
    CCNA Training in Chennai
    Big Data Training near me
    Big Data Course in Chennai
    CCNA Training institute in Chennai
    CCNA institute in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  24. It's really a nice experience to read your post. Thank you for sharing this useful information. If you are looking for more about Roles and reponsibilities of hadoop developer | hadoop developer skills Set | hadoop training course fees in chennai | Hadoop Training in Chennai Omr

    ReplyDelete
  25. Great!it is really nice blog information.after a long time i have grow through such kind of ideas.thanks for share your thoughts with us.
    Java Training center in Bangalore
    Java Training in Nolambur
    Java Training in Amjikarai
    Best Java Training Institute in OMR

    ReplyDelete
  26. All are saying the same thing repeatedly, but in your blog I had a chance to get some useful and unique information, I love your writing style very much, I would like to suggest your blog in my dude circle, so keep on updates.
    Java training in Chennai
    Selenium training in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  27. Nice and very useful blog. A great and very informative post, Keep up the good work!

    Data Science


    ReplyDelete
  28. Nice knowledge gaining article. This post is really the best on this valuable topic.
    data analytics course malaysia

    ReplyDelete
  29. I really enjoy simply reading all of your weblogs. Simply wanted to inform you that you have people like me who appreciate your work. Definitely a great post. Hats off to you! The information that you have provided is very helpful.





    BIG DATA COURSE MALAYSIA

    ReplyDelete
  30. Nice Information sir, Thank you so much..

    Hi guyz click here Best Software Testing Training in Bangalore from EcareTechnologies Software Training Center, provides software Course and 100% Placement Support by Certified Experts and working Professionals with more than 5 years of experience in real time Projects.

    ReplyDelete
  31. I like viewing web sites which comprehend the price of delivering the excellent useful resource Python training in pune free of charge. I truly adored reading your posting. Thank you!

    ReplyDelete
  32. Awesome blog. I enjoyed reading your articles. This is truly a great read for me. I have bookmarked it and I am looking forward to reading new articles. Keep up the good work!
    seo certificatio course

    ReplyDelete
  33. Very Good Blog. Highly valuable information have been shared. Highly useful blog..Great information has been shared. We expect many more blogs from the author. Special thanks for sharing..
    SAP Training in Chennai | AWS Training in Chennai | Android Training in Chennai | Selenium Training in Chennai | Networking Training in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  34. I Got Job in my dream company with decent 12 Lacks Per Annum salary, I have learned this world most demanding course out there in the current IT Market from the Hadoop training in btm Providers who helped me a lot to achieve my dreams comes true. Really worth trying

    ReplyDelete
  35. Great post very useful info thanks for this post ....
    Devops trainign in chennai

    ReplyDelete
  36. Thanks for sharing, nice post! Post really provice useful information!

    Hương Lâm chuyên cung cấp máy photocopy và dịch vụ cho thuê máy photocopy giá rẻ, uy tín TP.HCM với dòng máy photocopy toshiba và dòng máy photocopy ricoh uy tín, giá rẻ.

    ReplyDelete
  37. This post is really nice and informative. The explanation given is really comprehensive and informative.... software testing courses for beginners

    ReplyDelete
  38. Blockchain Course in Bangalore with 100% placement. We are the Best Blockchain Course Institute in Bangalore. Our Agile testing course and Certification courses are taught by working professionals who are experts in Blockchain.

    Blockchain Training in Bangalore

    Blockchain course in bangalore

    Blockchain in bangalore

    Blockchain classes in bangalore

    Blockchain course institute in bangalore

    Agile testing course and Certification course syllabus

    best Blockchain course

    Blockchain course centers

    ReplyDelete
  39. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  40. Today we will tell you sbobet มือถือ about the details. The origin of this word, how it really happened Casinos or

    ReplyDelete
  41. This blog is impressive and informative.It clearly explains about the concept and its techniques.Thanks for sharing this information.Please update this type of information.thanks.
    Ai & Artificial Intelligence Course in Chennai
    PHP Training in Chennai
    Ethical Hacking Course in Chennai Blue Prism Training in Chennai
    UiPath Training in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  42. There are many aspects of this article on which I concur with you. You have generated synapses in my brain not used often. Thank you for getting my neurons jumping.


    SEO services in kolkata
    Best SEO services in kolkata
    SEO company in kolkata
    Best SEO company in kolkata
    Top SEO company in kolkata
    Top SEO services in kolkata
    SEO services in India
    SEO copmany in India

    ReplyDelete
  43. I must abide that you are highly trained at influential writing as I am highly convinced to share your views. I am extremely amazed by your excellent writing abilities. Please keep up your good work!
    SAP training in Mumbai
    Best SAP training in Mumbai
    SAP training institute Mumbai

    ReplyDelete
  44. This is excellent information. It is amazing and wonderful to visit your site.Thanks for sharing this information,this is useful to me.

    ServiceNow training in bangalore

    Best ServiceNow Training Institutes in Bangalore

    ReplyDelete
  45. Great post i must say and thanks for the information.
    Data Science Training in Hyderabad

    ReplyDelete

  46. This was definitely one of my favorite blogs. Every post published did impress me. ExcelR Data Analytics Courses

    ReplyDelete
  47. The ultimate in online gambling entertainment at the casino. Not only that, players can earn money from each game, but the amount of money depends on the skill and the player as well. Can I find or learn a good technique? Before placing bets. So everyone can play it. Enjoy the money with a new online casino game with constant service.

    ReplyDelete
  48. Thank you very much for providing important information. All your information is very valuable to me.
    Village Talkies a top-quality professional corporate video production company in Bangalore and also best explainer video company in Bangalore & animation video makers in Bangalore, Chennai, India & Maryland, Baltimore, USA provides Corporate & Brand films, Promotional, Marketing videos & Training videos, Product demo videos, Employee videos, Product video explainers, eLearning videos, 2d Animation, 3d Animation, Motion Graphics, Whiteboard Explainer videos Client Testimonial Videos, Video Presentation and more for all start-ups, industries, and corporate companies. From scripting to corporate video production services, explainer & 3d, 2d animation video production , our solutions are customized to your budget, timeline, and to meet the company goals and objectives.
    As a best video production company in Bangalore, we produce quality and creative videos to our clients.

    ReplyDelete
  49. Great, thank you so much for sharing such an amazing blog with us. OGEN Infosystem is one of the best Website Designing, Website Development, SEO, PPC, and Digital Marketing Services in Delhi, India.
    Website Designing Company in Delhi

    ReplyDelete
  50. Thanks for sharing this Post, Keep Updating such topics.
    RHCE Certification Training online

    ReplyDelete
  51. It’s always so sweet and also full of a lot of fun for me personally and
    my office colleagues to search your blog a minimum of thrice in a
    week to see the new guidance you have got.
    dot net training in chennai
    core java training in chennai
    manual testing training in Chennai
    oracle dba training in chennai

    ReplyDelete
  52. Ati testing login Real-Time Overview Of A Stock, Including Recent And Historical Price Charts, News, Events, Analyst Rating Changes And Other Key Stock Information.

    ReplyDelete
  53. This post is so helpfull and informative.keep updating with more information...
    IOS Language
    IOS Programming

    ReplyDelete
  54. This post is so interactive and informative.keep update more information...
    AWS Training in Tambaram
    AWS Training in Chennai

    ReplyDelete
  55. I recently came across your article and have been reading along. I want to express my admiration of your writing skill and ability to make readers read from the beginning to the end. I would like to read newer posts and to share my thoughts with you.
    data science training institute in hyderabad

    ReplyDelete