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April 2011

Coming of Age and Autism: Planning Beyond 21

21 is supposed to be a magical number.  One becomes a “legal” adult, showing once and for all that the person is strong, independent, and able to take care of themselves.  So, apart from adult children returning to the nest, everything should be perfect for those who come of age. …

The Future of Television

Cable television is obsolete, or at least in it’s death throes. Network television is bound to go the same way, as I see it. But what is going to replace it? What could possibly replace something so ingrained in our nations experience since Uncle Milton? Streaming media. The problem with …

Benefits of Teaching

There are several things that make Teaching worth while.  These things help you look past the politics, layers of red tape, and constant posturing for respect and position.  And all these things come down to the students learning something. In spite of what most people tell you, where you go …

Final Cut Pro 8 Announced Today? Things to Look For

The rumors have been flying about Final Cut Pro 8 being announced today at the FCP user group Supermeet in Las Vegas.  It seems that a “special presenter” has bumped Adobe and Avid off the presenter podium, and it’s a known secret it is Apple.  Reports I’ve read have been …

After School: Autism and the Workforce

We worry so much about Autism and our children, we don’t often think about what to do for them when they grow up. Currently, most programs focused for Autism are geared to children in school. School districts make allowances for children on the spectrum, psychologists are working on testing methods …

National Autism Awareness Month: The Human Side

April is National Autism Awareness month, a time for us as a Nation to reflect on what Autism really means.  I’m not talking about causes, cures, or numbers, but rather the family toll and how they manage to cope.  Autism is having a growing impact on families all over the …

The Mobile Programming Dilemma

Mobile apps are the new, hot thing.  Developing an application for a mobile device, be it web based or a native app, is where the industry is spreading out.  Why?  Because it’s a chance to literally live in someone’s pocket, and that is real estate most marketing companies want.  But …

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