http://paulbrobst.com Whaddaya got there, numbers? Sat, 22 Nov 2008 21:36:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Every once in awhile I find myself describing this concept to people.  This presentation does a good job of it. As GPU's become more and more flexible, it's expected that graphics APIs will go away.  Flexibility in the rendering pipeline will be a benefit whether you are pursuing ... http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/11/the-uncanny-valley/ Fantastic Contraption is a really fun little web game.  Simple goal, just get the red block inside the goal area using a small array of tools.  As with most physics games though, the fun is in creating wacky things.  Add the ability to share your contraptions with others ... http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/10/fantastic-contraption/ http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/10/several-reasons-cartoon-network-was-awesome-back-in-the-day/ This cat is frightening, and could easily kill you in your sleep. http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/09/ninja-cat/ A friend at work introduced me to Gaelic Storm since I like Flogging Molly.  They don't have the punk undercurrent that Flogging Molly has, but so far I really like them. My favorite so far: True story.  He punched Russell Crowe. http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/08/gaelic-storm/ Never a dull moment at work.Broken Hydrant from Paul Brobst on Vimeo. http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/08/friday-at-work/ This video has been making the rounds.  Animals never cease to amaze.  It would be tough not to be worried as he came barreling towards you though. http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/08/christian-the-lion/ http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/08/argonauts-on-xplay/ There are a million posts about this already, but I cannot restrain myself. Watch it before they pull it down again: I may have to dress up as this for Halloween. http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/07/tron-2/ Seriously, watch this right now.  It gets pulled down Sunday evening. http://paulbrobst.com/archives/2008/07/dr-horrible-is-the-best-thing-ever/