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Re: Convert XML to JSON in 1 line of code using ColdFusion

djByron — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:16:52 -0000

I know this is an old post, but it helped expedite a project I was working on today! Thanks for posting.

Re: How to Build a 6 Foot Privacy Fence

djByron — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:09:33 -0000

Looks amazing!! How'd you get that point on top of each post to look so perfect? 😄

Re: Lucee 5 - To the future...

djByron — Thu, 02 Jun 2016 10:43:08 -0000

Congrats guys! So excited to see the momentum behind this project!

Re: Wind is Louder than Music

djByron — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 22:57:16 -0000

Good to hear! And yea, agree w/the wireless aspect. I currently have an older pair of Motorola Bluetooth wireless phones but they don't work very well with a helmet and are in-ear. Looking forward to picking some of these!

Re: Wind is Louder than Music

djByron — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 09:39:47 -0000

I've heard good things about these bone conduction headphones that don't touch the ear canal at all. Itching to try them myself! http://www.aftershokz.com/p...

Re: My take on the Microsoft Surface

djByron — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:37:13 -0000

As an Apple user I think this good news. Regardless of one's take on iPad vs Surface this move is going to be good for everyone. Competition is a good thing! While the iPad has the overwhelming marketshare, they've definitely taken things at their own (slower) pace because there is no real competition. With another major hardware/software player in the field it will cause the tablet platform to move forward at an even faster pace, and that's good for everyone!

Re: Reflections on one week back in the gym

djByron — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:33:12 -0000

Cool... That's one of the reason's why I went with the Garmin dedicated GPS bike computer. Dedicated device that's built with the bike in mind and won't eat my phone battery.

I have to do more research on the Polar Blue HR but from what I've read it's the first device to utilize the new "bluetooth smart" (aka bluetooth 4.0) tech. Very very low battery usage. So in theory it uses a fraction of the iPhone's battery that other BT devices would.

http://www.wahoofitness.com...

Re: Reflections on one week back in the gym

djByron — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:05:15 -0000

Using a bike as a multi-purpose commute / exercise tool would be a wise move IMHO.

Did you get the new Polar Fitness Blue HR? From what I've read this one communicates directly with the iPhone 4S and other bluetooth 4.0 enabled devices w/o need for a third-party dongle. Thinking about picking one up for other non-cycling related cardio.

Re: Reflections on one week back in the gym

djByron — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:27:52 -0000

One comment regarding: "As far as cardio is concerned, I’d rather have a root canal. There is nothing more boring to me than a treadmill, elliptical machine or stationary bike."

For me it's the complete opposite. I agree having a root canal would be better than any sort of stationary cardio. But I've found similar joy in velocity based outdoor cardio as @mhenslee. The peace, serenity, solitude of cycling alone is a motivational factor for me. I enjoy getting outside and away from my desk. Enjoy trying to beat a previous course time. Enjoy listening to music or a podcast. It's something you'll never find indoors on stationary cardio equipment.

As far as equipment goes, I started with Garmin and love it so far. Most all their sports watches are compatible with heart rate and cadence (bike and shoe) monitors and are GPS based for outdoor activities. If you're really into cycling they are compatible with the new power meters too.

https://buy.garmin.com/shop...

Re: I have a problem.

djByron — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:17:50 -0000

This is a tough one.... If it weren't for the clothes issue (which I can totally relate to) I'd say be content in the moment with an eventual long-term goal. But like I said, the clothing issue is an interesting one. I started at 245 last March and I had an initial mental goal of 200 lbs. Once I hit that point I was ecstatic and had to buy some clothes as they were too falling off. However, fast forward to today, I'm at 188 and the clothes that I bought 12 pounds ago are now starting to look too big. A good, but not so good problem (with the cost of clothing these days). So like I mentioned to you on Twitter, even though I'm officially out of the overweight classification I'm at the very top of that "average" group. I'm going to shoot for the middle of the group and then regardless of what I mentally think of my weight condition I'm going to stop and exclusively work on toning.

As far as specifically being satisfied, I think you have to look at the big picture (and not loose sight of it in the future). For me I have to remember that I was overweight for 10 years. I tried and tried to loose weight, but my selfishness and lack of self-control prevented me from reaching my goals. Now I'm finally there and not going back. That's a HUGE life change and remembering the former me is enough to keep me satisfied at wherever I'm at now.

Re: CFWheels: Redirecting non-authorized access after login

djByron — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:54:37 -0000

Awesome!! Just what I needed! Long live Wheels!

Re: Sprint Nexus S 4G And Using Google Voice Selectively [SOLUTION]

djByron — Sun, 22 May 2011 10:16:24 -0000

Thanks Jim... I figured it was worth passing on after banging my head against a wall for a week straight.

Re: Engadget Mobile turns 5 today -- help us celebrate with a Motorola Aura giveaway!

djByron — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 14:14:54 -0000

Me like!

Re: Labor Day and upcoming family visits

djByron — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 10:17:57 -0000

Sounds like a great/lazy weekend!!

Re: Kindergarten…here we come!

djByron — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:25:06 -0000

Second year is here already, here's to many more!

Re: Family Photos Summer 2009

djByron — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 23:21:03 -0000

Thanks Lori!
My blog was feeling neglected so I figured this was a good re-entry post.

Re: Kuroshio Sea

djByron — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:42:53 -0000

Yea, this video is amazing. The opening clip where the whale sharks can be compared to the people standing below is amazing (size comparison). And the Barcelona song just makes it...

Re: Planet Calacanis

djByron — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 01:15:21 -0000

Ah yes... The infamous 'appletax'... After having using OS X for the past two years, I would pay a literal Apple Tax before going back to Windows!

This is an article I bookmarked a while back that debunks the majority of the appletax argument. http://www.channelregister....

One of my favorite lines: "Kay doesn't mention a Windows Tax which would include: the need for regular malware-purging system enemas, the time lost in wrestling with an OS that may be improving but still remains recalcitrant, and the bottle of Jägermeister a Windows user needs to keep in his desk drawer to calm those Conficker jitters."

Re: Wygle Wide Web

djByron — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 10:49:31 -0000

Yea, this video (and song might I add) rocks!! We watched the other night and just sat there through the entire thing mesmerized.

Re: Wygle Wide Web

djByron — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:43:30 -0000

That's awesome! Weird how the background is normal but the foreground is warped?

Re: Clowns vs Police = Amazing

djByron — Fri, 29 May 2009 13:57:05 -0000

Yea, I'm still blown away that they used real actors holding really still to make this video... You'd think there'd be some sort of specialized technology involved!

Re: phodroid | firesnake7

djByron — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:15:24 -0000

Now what'd you go and do that for?! :-) That is a great view...

Re: My Jailbroken iPhone

djByron — Thu, 07 May 2009 13:13:11 -0000

Ahh.. I had your feedburner url in google reader. re-subscribed...

Great summary though! I might give it another shot and if so I'll be sure to check these apps out!

Re: Wygle Wide Web

djByron — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 23:07:51 -0000

AWESOME!

I agree... "WTFWJDFTW" would take the ultimate prize!

Re: Ignatius – Superstar Youth Pastor

djByron — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 22:22:11 -0000

Yea, too funny! My favorite part is when he has everyone close their eyes and then open them quick once the kids with 'issues' stand.... Classic!