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What Kind of Programmer are You?

#1: Gandalf This programmer type looks like a short-list candidate to play Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings. He (or even she!) has a beard halfway to his knees, a goofy looking hat, and may wear a cape or a cloak in the winter. Luckily for the team, this[…]

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Texas Chili Cookoff

We Texans know that in the Fall, Chili cook-offs are found all around. These notes are from an experienced Chili taster named Frank, who was visiting Texas from the East Coast. Enjoy… Frank: “Recently, I was honored to be selected as a judge at a chili cook-off. The Judge #3[…]

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Eric and the Gazebo

The Eric of the story is an optimizing-type gamer. Confronted with options, he will, given time, calculate the best solution. Otherwise he is “a superior gamer”. The game was run by Ed. Eric was playing a paladin. He was on some lord’s lands when the following exchange occurred. Ed: You[…]

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