A Laugh from the Past

Waterfall Methodology Remembered

I saw this cartoon years ago and LOL.  Tonight, I ran into it online and LOL again. 

If you have ever been in or around Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), you know all about it (whisper) especially if you are a vet.

This cartoon shows what happens if there's a lack of communication during the Waterfall SDLC process.  Does it bring back any awesome development stories for you?  Do share.

I thank the person who uploaded this cartoon.  I had a hardy laugh while reminiscing on  my own SDLC stories.  

Cheers. 

A Carmel Stroll

Carmel Galleries Always Full of Awe

Times Square with Globe by Arthur Robins

Ocean Cafe by Barbara McCann

Wheat Fields by Gerhard Nesvadba

Gentle Breezes by Gerhard Nesvadba

Artist Gaze - Chad Glashoff

Picasso in Sculpture

Slice and Dice

This is Chad Glashoff's art, not to be confused with Phillip Glashoff. I will gaze upon Phillip in the future.  Chad is the son of Phillip, who is a well-known Californian sculptor.  Chad aspires to develop a Picasso style of sculpturing. Can you see it?

Leaning Spheres

Balanace in the Key

Red Arrow

Silver Ballerina

Sometimes Modern Needs Functionality

Another Mod Design

Enchord by Herman Miller ($729)

This desk by Herman Miller needs a tweak. It has a strong, simple design.  Yet, offers no real usable features other than plopping your gear on it. 

Who is the target market for this product?  No drawers. No pull out keyboard tray.  No cord plug-ins. The exposed lower surface is a dust magnet. Who needs that? And what exactly is the purpose for it?  How do you obtain objects that get pushed to the rear.  It is 30" deep.  That narrow opening does not look like it will accomodate a half-arm to squeeze through and retrieve stuff. 

All of this makes for a curious product.  I will say this, Miller got it made.  More than I can say for my designs.

Kaja's Design Improvements

1.  Hot colors and cool faux textures.
2.  Ability to slide the lower shelf out to easily reach objects in the back.

A Desk with Form and Functionality

Aria Desk

Aria by Herman Miller ($2,199)

The desk features an elevated surface in the rear, cord management, and a drawer with 3 removable cork-lined trays. Made from walnut and aluminum.