Over the past few months I have gone through a major journey of discovery and enlightenment.  At the end of 2009 I decided to update my software development skills.  The platforms I decided to learn were the iPhone and Mac OS X.  I figured developing iPhone and Mac OS X applications would utilize my experience as a software developer and help me learn some transferrable skills along the way. The early days Joined Apple Developer Connection and iPhone Developer Program Purchased the development environment (Macbook Pro, iPhone 3GS) Installed Xcode on my Mac Downloaded lots of free iPhone...

We’ve all heard it before.  What is the definition of insanity? – repeatedly trying exactly the same thing and expecting different results.  I’m not insane but may be acting a little like someone who is.  I have been searching for a position in the occupation I’ve held for many years in the past.  Unfortunately, due to the economy, the opportunities at my current education level have dried up at this time.  As I see it, there are three options. Option 1 Stop everything.  Live in poverty while I update my education so I will be considered for my dream...

With the recent introduction of the iPad, the question has been posed by many people.  Will you get an iPad?  I didn’t have to think very hard on this question.  I have already made a commitment to develop software for Mac OSX, iPhone & the iPod.  The iPad is the next logical extension of my programming skills.  I think the question is not will I get an iPad.  The question is when will I get an iPad.  For me personally, I will probably get one after I have gotten a few iPhone Apps under my belt.  Who knows, by then, maybe the service plan for WiFi will be FREE   Okay,...

Status Quo is usually associated with average or mediocre.  In reality it’s not good or bad.  It just states someone’s existing condition. What is your Status Quo?  Is your life average or mediocre? Are you stuck in survival mode or riding on the coat-tails of past successes.  Are you constantly improving or just existing?  If you’re not careful, Status Quo could mean you’re losing momentum while your competition is gaining speed. Status Quo – n.  The existing condition or state of affairs. “status quo.” The American Heritage® Dictionary...

Yesterday, I wrote “Re-invent your career“  In that post, I listed several questions to ask yourself.  I’ve been asking myself and others which skills are the most important to know.  Of course I get mixed answers.  I have narrowed the marketable skills down to Objective-C.  The business establishments that I would like to work for require Objective-C programming experience with iPhone and Mac OS X development experience. How I’m Re-Inventing my Career: Becoming proficient at Objective-C Objective-C is used for both iPhone and Mac OS X development. Obtain...