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Table Locking for Dummies (MySQL)

PROGRAMMING

Writing a multi-threaded program is hard enough to do without having to worry about data concurrency in your database. Lucky for us, MySQL has the methods necessary to help us keep our data current built in. There are two main kinds of locks supported by MySQL, table-level locks and row-level locks. Table-level locks are supported

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February 15, 2012
 
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How can I pair a bluetooth speaker with my MacBook Pro?

MAC

My brother just bought me a cool new Logitech wireless speaker and I’m eager to try it with my MacBook Pro, but it’s not Airplay, it’s a bluetooth speaker. I think my MacBook has bluetooth, but how do I pair the speaker and use it with my Mac OS X laptop?

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February 14, 2012
 
 
 

SEO 101: Getting the Right URL Structure

SEO

On my list of top 5 problems I encounter when doing client work, the number one problem is poor URL structure. In this post I’ll go over the basics, how to get it right, what are the most common problems, and how to fix them. URL Canonicalization While this may sound like a big fancy

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February 10, 2012
 
 
 

Google’s Above-the-Fold Algorithm Change Will Penalize Many Sites

WEB DEVELOPMENT

Continuing its efforts to keep its search results more quality-oriented, Google recently announced a significant algorithmic change.

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February 03, 2012
 
 
 

How can you hack the LocalDictionary on a Mac system?

MAC

Another question about the built-in Mac spell dictionary. (I did read the previous question How can I forget or edit a learned word in the Mac spelling dictionary?)

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February 02, 2012
 
 
 

Optimizing MySQL: The Slow Query Log

PROGRAMMING

I prescribe to the slow and steady approach in life. It’s a proven methodology in becoming succesful (just ask the Tortoise and/or the Hare). However, slow and steady is typically not acceptable in data computation, and SQL is no different. Thus, MySQL provides a Slow Query Log. Do you use the slow query log? Let

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January 31, 2012
 
 
 

Using Free Transforming To Show Perspective in Flash

DESIGN

In this tutorial, I will show you how to display perspective (near to far) using objects in Flash with help of the Free Transform Tool. For a simple example of this, I will be showing you how to make a car from the distance become near. Step 1: Creating The Flash Document: After you have

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January 27, 2012
 
 
 

Average Search Rankings Redefined By Google

SEO

The definitions of average position in the search query report in Google Webmaster Tools and search optimization report in Google Analytics is being changed by Google. The change was revealed in the Google Webmaster Blog and Google Analytics Blog. What’s the new definition? As per the new definition, your search ranking will be determined by

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January 27, 2012
 
 
 

Basics of Debugging Google Analytics Code

PROGRAMMING

Is that Virtual Pageview really being sent to Google Analytics when someone submits my registration form? Does the Event Tracking Call for outbound links get to GA in time before the visitor has left my website? Why do I not get any data for clicks on my teaser links? Questions that can drive a Web

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January 20, 2012
 
 
 

How do I create a new Aperture library on my Mac?

MAC

I take a lot of photos. So many that Aperture is starting to bog down. I was talking with a fellow photographer and he said that he splits his Aperture library every six months. Sounds like a good idea. How do I create a new Aperture library or, better, move a project into a new library?

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January 19, 2012
 
 
 
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