I sent you a message inviting you to a local event that I'm going to be hosting about the programming fundamentals with JavaScript. I was surprised by the wide range of response that I got. Here are just a few. Can this help someone like me who is interested … [Read more...] about Learn To Code in Salt Lake City
How to install Genesis Framework on WordPress
I have been a long time fan of the Genesis Framework it's what helped me go from a crappy free website to an awesome responsive one that works right out of the box. The genesis framework is a complete no-brainer if you want to become a REAL blogger, although I can … [Read more...] about How to install Genesis Framework on WordPress
How To Install WordPress on Ubuntu 16.04
You are going to be learning how to install WordPress on a VPS server running ubuntu 16.04 LTS. This is the extra bonus section for the "How to build a Software Developer Portfolio" blog series that I put together. Below you will see all the TODO checklist items … [Read more...] about How To Install WordPress on Ubuntu 16.04
Modern Code Event in SLC
Super excited to announce this. I'm going to be hosting my first in-person event right here in SLC. What is the event going to be about? A couple of weeks ago I asked you what type of topic that you would like to see from me. I got such a good amount of feedback … [Read more...] about Modern Code Event in SLC
Meeting Eli The Computer Guy – How to market an in-person event?
Rick: Hey, Eli. Can you hear me? Eli: I can hear you now. I can hear you now. Yes. Rick: It was pretty painful watching the live stream right now. No one shows up. Eli: I was surprised. This is the perfect example. I thought this was going to be a cool … [Read more...] about Meeting Eli The Computer Guy – How to market an in-person event?
How to secure MongoDB
Back in 2016, I wrote a blog post about setting up MongoDB in production and how to setup an external client to connect to a remote machine. I wrote about security specifically in a production setting. I tend to stay away from all hacking discussions just because … [Read more...] about How to secure MongoDB
How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – You Don’t Have to Be Pretty
We went ahead and finished up the first version here of my design that I have. As you can tell, I'm no designer. I understand the process of putting CSS together and making this a reality, as far as actual color relationships, knowing things between what colors … [Read more...] about How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – You Don’t Have to Be Pretty
How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – Layout Design
Creating a design can be an inspirational moment of genius or a complete flop. Being someone that understand's color and design this might be your kryptonite. In the previous blog post, we talked about choosing a tech stack, and how technical individuals like to … [Read more...] about How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – Layout Design
How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – Choosing a Tech Stack
Talking Tech...One downside about talking about technology is that as a technology professional you tend to get stuck in this phase of learning and learning and searching and searching for the perfect tool for your project. As a good consultant that I'm writing … [Read more...] about How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – Choosing a Tech Stack
How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – High Level Strategy
I want to share with you how you can create a system that will allow you to be a successful freelance developer. After reading this blog post you will know exactly how I get clients and how you can do the same. We are going to get a bit technical and I'm going to … [Read more...] about How to build a Software Developer Portfolio – High Level Strategy