Today I started setting up the repository for people to use to install the Solenopsis rpm. The problem is I want to be able to build the rpm (via Jenkins) and push it to a remote server and automatically have … Continue reading
One thing I find myself doing a lot is swapping two files in bash. I thought about making this into a bash script then I realized 1) that’s over kill and 2) not as portable as I want. So, if … Continue reading
Since I switched over to using vim as my primary mode of Salesforce development, I’ve been asked several times how I’ve configured vim. Well, it’s about time I show the man behind the curtain. My primary vim config file is … Continue reading
So, in my time with mutt, I have grown to have a disdain for people that send HTML only email. And surprisingly, this happens alot! So, instead of trying to change the world, I’ve decided to just use mutt and … Continue reading
I’ve always found a need for this, and with some digging, I’ve found a couple of ways to do this. The simplist is with ImageMagik, but I’ve found the default values leave the quality a little lacking. However, I’ve found … Continue reading
So, I’ve been tossing around the idea for the past while to make is so that screen starts up every time I ssh into my box at the house. Well, I finally broke down and did it, and it wasn’t … Continue reading
Part of my job has now required me to actually start using my gpg key for more than just goofing off, or the occasional one-off. So, as part of that I wanted to make sure I have all of my … Continue reading
First, I know I’m going to hell for using Ubuntu. But, I’m too lazy to compile xbmc and boxee on Fedora. So, now that it’s out of the way. Here’s the step-by-step: Install Ubuntu 10.4 Add the extra boxee repo … Continue reading
Well hello there. My name’s Patrick and I’m a pretty technical guy, and I love technical things.
This is blog about stuff that I’ve discovered while working. I might throw random crap in here, but for the most part it will be pretty technical, and may have random bursts of code.
To learn more about me head over to my aptly names about.me page where you can find all the links to my twitter, website and the like.