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Here is a 15 min talk were the founder talks about the challenges of building a hardware startup http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afH8KGv0W24

OWASP looks great. Found some tools to help test CSRF (bottom of page) https://www.owasp.org/index.php/Testing_for_CSRF_(OWASP-SM-0...

Also found a large PDF about testing with suggestions for tools https://www.owasp.org/images/5/56/OWASP_Testing_Guide_v3.pdf

More tools listed https://www.owasp.org/index.php/Appendix_A:_Testing_Tools

Very polished UI. I would prefer a bit more contrast on some of the controls, but the product looks solid otherwise. Is it possible to export the data into a standard file format (if one exists)?

Well I should have clarified. I want an always on low power appliance with an easy web interface to host important data for people that are not capable or too lazy to set up a server.

Funny. I just asked for alternatives to Gmail and other hosted software on the Richard Stallman post http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=3551345

Harald's suggestions boil down to

  - share the administrative and financial effort with friends
  - use hosting form NGOs or non-profits
  - use small companies and ISPs

The first suggestions might work for me, but what does everyone else use? If you host your own what software?

Lastly, what do you think of a home appliance (basically a server the size of a router with a web interface) that people could install in their home to host some of their important data. Obviously it wouldn't be reliable enough for Email, but might be good enough for docs, password hosting, bookmarks, contact list, etc...

I am curious to know what cloud services he uses if any. I'm researching alternatives to proprietary/hosted software for some of my important data so I can avoid the privacy and security issues. Some of the services I would like to replace are GMail/Calendar/Contacts, Lastpass, RescueTime. Any suggestions?

The presenter also has a catalog of screencasts here https://www.destroyallsoftware.com/screencasts. Haven't listen to them, but the topics look interesting.

I tried out the chairs at a local furniture shop (must do before you buy!) in Toronto called Design Within Reach http://www.dwr.com/category/workspace/task-chairs.do?nType=2. It looks like you can buy online, but if you live in the states might as well order directly from the manufacturer.

I'm getting the Aeron http://www.hermanmiller.com/Products/Aeron-Chairs

I liked the Embody a bit more, but was out of my price range. Favorite feature was the adjustable seat edge, which removes pressure points from your thy. http://www.hermanmiller.com/Products/Embody-Chairs

Some people like the Mirra. I didn't find anything good about it. http://www.hermanmiller.com/Products/Mirra-Chairs

Humanscale makes comfortable seats, but don't feel as nice as the Herman Miller when reclined.

My favorite Humanscale chair http://www.humanscale.com/products/product_detail.cfm?group=...

Freedom Chair was the one the founder have the TED talk about. http://www.humanscale.com/products/product_detail.cfm?group=...

I haven't decided on a keyboard tray or monitor arm yet. Both companies carry both products.

People seem to recommend the http://www.geekdesk.com/ for motorized desks. Not a high priority for me.

Also, checkout the video on Humanscale to see what a complete system looks like set up. http://www.humanscale.com/products/workstation_video.cfm

No advice for these types of chairs, but I have been researching programming chairs recently.

I spent 2 hours in the store sitting on Herman Miller, Humanscale and Knoll. I've come to the conclusion that if you are going to work on a computer all day the most important feature is configurability. The perfect position is slightly reclined (seat as well not just the back) with a keyboard tray and a monitor arm. I think the entire package is needed otherwise you won't be comfortable. I had this type of setup at my previous job and it was great. After I started working from home I didn't want to spend the money to build a proper work environment, but that changed when I started getting leg pains. I know nothing replaces getting up every hour or so, but it can alleviate the discomfort.

I've tried the lazy boy type of chair and the problem with that is you are stuck in 1 or 2 positions forever. After a while I find myself curled up or sitting in an awkward position because of my need to fidget. This is why I've settled on the Aeron from Herman Miller and am in the process of buying it. The mesh seat removes the pressure point from my legs, the entire chair reclines spreading the weight to my back and it has lots of options. I actually liked the Embody a bit more, but couldn't justify the price. Humanscale has some great chairs as well, but I found they didn't feel as good when you recline.

Summery, I plan to get the following in order of importance: (1) Good reclining chair (2) configurable keyboard tray (3) monitor arm (4) motorized desk so I can stand and work once in a while.

This sounds promising. I've seen the answers on stackexchange and quora about web security, but until my site is tested by a hacker it is difficult to know if I've done everything properly. So I like the idea of some kind of audit to help in this process. Maybe hiring some white hats to pound on my site would be a good idea.

In their defence they did link to the National Science Board published a lot of information on the topic so it wasn't total link bait.

http://www.nsf.gov/statistics/seind12/

I have limited web development experience so maybe someone can fill me in. Why is securing a web server so difficult? I understand they are complicated systems with many technologies, but large companies with lots of smart engineers can't seem to solve this problem. Can most of these hacks be attributed to user error?

Cool. You should post your project. I also made a diy web enabled thermostat + a bunch of other home energy gadgets. http://www.nabiltewolde.com/2011/11/home-energy-prototypes.h...

I think these types of devices need to have a more open approach to the data they collect. Another project that is trying to do this is http://openenergymonitor.org/emon/

I'm developing an electronic parts inventory web app because I needed a better way catalog, order and share parts. I couldn't think of a better way than a spreadsheet to display the dozens of parts a user might have. Each part has an ID from the schematic, name, value and description which are displayed using a dojo data grid (Very happy with dojo grid btw). The rest of the attributes are hidden until the user needs them. There is a lot of data and comparisons being done and spreadsheets, it seems, were my only choice. The electronics industry hasn't solved this either. Take a look how ugly and overwhelming the product search is from Digikey, Mouser or Newark.

Direct link to some presentations

Basics of programable logic http://www.altera.com/customertraining/webex/PLDBasics/playe...

VHDL Basics http://www.altera.com/customertraining/webex/VHDL/player.htm...

Verilog Basics http://www.altera.com/customertraining/webex/Verilog/player....

Doesn't work on the Samsung tab 10.1 either, which is an awesome gaming device if you don't mind virtual controls.

I wonder if that is why scrolling in Cyberduck is extremely slow. http://trac.cyberduck.ch/ticket/3799

I don't have a problem with using different UI toolkits as long as they look like native apps. The problem is these toolkits are always a step behind in exposing features of the platform you are developing for.

Great article that explains the basic technology and it's potential impact. Great link to send to some of your non-tech friends.

Great site. I can't tell you how many times I have been on skype with a group of friends passing time codes back and forth in the chat room. Here are some things I like:

    - its not build on flash like some of your competitors products
    - public rooms are advertised on the front page
    - group modifiable playlist
    - UI is clean and functional
    - youtube search box on the same page
    - music mode
    - option not to be in sync with the group

Improvements

    - more integration with twitter/facebook
    - more discovery tools for public videos
    - the settings button seems misplaced

I'm not sure Rev3 and TWIT should merge. TWIT seems to focus more on niche tech topics like Security Now and Floss Weekly so they can build a relatively small loyal following. Rev3 seems to be going for the mass market, which is why they produce lots of movie and game review shows.

Rev3 is more like G4 while TWIT is more like TechTV.

Ahh yes. I forgot to mention that. Plug computers seem like the best option right now. Thanks.

Interesting product. Doing a quick google search I have seen prices under $100. Unfortunately, it looks like it only has serial out.

I have been looking for a small single board linux computer (preferably open source) to use as a gateway and/or web server for embedded projects. I would like something in between an Arduino and Beagleboard.

Arduino is great for running simple web servers, but it would be nice to have a Linux OS with some familiar tools to be able to build more complex web apps. Products like the Beagleboard fill this need, but they are complex and expensive if you decide to bundle it with your product.

If you don't mind external hosting you can always send your data to the cloud, but I like the simplicity of a self contained product.

The closest I have found to these requirement is at Dangerous Prototypes (sill in development).

  Web Platform v2
  - 210MHz ARM926             - 2x SPI
  - Hopefully 2 layers!       - Linux 
  - 4x USART                  - 2x 10 bit a/d
  - ethernet                  - < $100? 
  

Forum: http://dangerousprototypes.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=24&...

Wiki: http://dangerousprototypes.com/docs/Robert:_AT91SAM9260_Linu...

However the events unfold I wonder if this will cause more nations to investigate other reactor technologies like Thorium. The abundance of Thorium and its inherent safety mechanisms (as a liquid at least) make the technology very exciting.

Check out the Google Tech Talk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZR0UKxNPh8