What do you love about development?
I love application development because of the thrill of bringing something to life that only moments ago did not exist. For the most part, with only a computer and any text editor at your disposal, tools can be created that make life simpler, more productive, and more exciting, while connecting you to information and people, anywhere, at anytime.
If you were a web program or application, what would you be and why?
The Google search engine. It is arguably the most valuable application in the world, as no other algorithm seeks out and retrieves the information you need as accurately or efficiently. And yet it may be the simplest of all applications to use! I wish I had the ability to analyze and catalog the vast amounts of data across the internet it is able to process on a daily basis.
Favorite Vintage Video Game?
Without a doubt, Techmo Super Bowl. At $70, I still remember it being the most ridiculously overpriced game of that time. But after 20+ full seasons played, I can definitely say I got my money's worth. To this day, no other video game athlete can match the kick returning prowess of Deion Sanders and his ability to cover three receivers at once.
What's the view from your desk?
Three monitors, Shannon, and usually a great view of my car that has more than once saved me from a Chicago street cleaning ticket.
