Who doesn't like free music? Free music is like free pizza. You jump at the chance to grab some. If you're a YouTuber, you're always on the hunt for music that's unique yet doesn't have the copyright issues. Sure, YouTube has its fair share of stock music, but guess what …
FFMPEG Tips
FFMPEG, affectionately known as the Swiss Army knife of video editing tools, is an indispensable command-line based tool for every video editor's toolkit. Sometimes, you encounter a video that refuses to play. Fear not, for with FFMpeg, you have a high chance of transforming that unusable file into one that …
Wine Toasts (Updated)
A toast is usually something that happens at a gathering where a tribute is given to someone or something. Glasses are raised and words are spoken in honor.
Here are a few toasts about wine and the benefits it can bring. I'm putting this out here for quick reference when …
MS Word Tips & Tricks
I'm currently working on a project that necessitates extensive typing and formatting using MS Word. As I progress through this, I frequently find myself pondering, "How can I accomplish this?" or "Is there an easier way to do this?" Fortunately, I have discovered several useful tips that have made my …
Traffic Map
Getting up in the morning and encountering a major traffic jam on your way to the office can definitely put a damper on your day. If you could be informed about such events before you leave, it would certainly be more beneficial. These are local bookmarks for the San Antonio …
Guitar Warmup
I've never established a formal warmup routine. Typically, I start improvising on the guitar without a structured approach, warming up the fingers with both solo lines and chords, and preparing the mind.
Open String Upstrokes
Fretting hand not needed for this exercise. Just open strings.
Hammer On / Pull Offs
This …
Shakespearean Insult Generator
Thou warped knotty-pated flap-dragon!
Update! Here is a page where you use the generator directly!
This Python coding example could be categorized under Technology or Literature, but I opted for Tech because it's more aligned with what this post is about.
I've always had this idea of creating a Shakespearian …
I'm Not in Love by 10cc
Paul Gilbert was demonstrating some of the chords used in various yacht rock tunes. It's a good lesson on some of the more complicated voicings.
I transcribed this in a tool called Frescobaldi. Frescobaldi is a LilyPond sheet music text editor. Lilypond is a music engraving program, devoted to producing …
Linux Command Line Tools
I've compiled a list of my favorite Linux command line utilities. Some are readily available for use without installation also called console services, while others require a quick setup process. As I discover new tools or revisit existing ones, this collection will be updated to reflect the latest additions.
No …
All Things Chords
Need some help mastering guitar chords? Look no further! Here are some fantastic websites that provide a variety of visual representations to aid your learning. From image-based displays to ASCII charts, there's something here for every learning style. I'll keep this list updated as I discover more valuable resources.
ASCII …
Markdown Cheat Sheet
Testing this guide to see what Markdown syntax works with my website builder and what does not.
Markdown Cheat Sheet
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This Markdown cheat sheet provides a quick overview of all the Markdown syntax elements. It can’t cover every edge case, so if you …
The Rack We Built
Occasionally, I reflect on various stages of my career and wonder why I stayed in certain roles for as long as I did. However, when I think about my time at Rackspace, I feel a deep sense of gratitude for the knowledge I gained, the lessons I learned, and inspiration …
Internet Gradient
Internet Gradient https://internetgradient.com/ is a handy resource that creates randomized gradients available for download and use. I have discovered that these gradients are particularly effective as overlay layers for other images, enhancing both depth and color vibrancy.
HTML Attributes
I found this list of developer HTML attributes that I think would come in handy. I found this searching for understanding the attribute that you can use to make your browser into a quick notepad. https://coderwall.com/p/lhsrcq/one-line-browser-notepad
https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/HTML/Global_attributes …