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Exponential back-off is one of my favorite simple algorithms. Just remember to set a sane upper limit, you don't need them to wait hours between tries. I will sometimes use a "pseu…

Documentation priority is inverse of volatility: 1) Why (requirements, decision points) 2) What (use cases, interactions, external APIs) 3) How (internal APIs) 4) Who (SMEs, owners…

The only thing I miss from the 95-XP days is Space Cadet Pinball. Oh well, new iPad next week and Pinball HD will totally make up for it

Some current research suggests that ADHD (including the non-hyperactive form) has a lot to do with working memory capacity. Variations on short-term memory games like Simon appear …