San Francisco was amazing, especially seeing Steven. I'll share more after my exams on the 18th. Once they're over, I plan to update the blog during the long semester break. Additionally, I bought a new camera and will try to post more photos on here and Flickr. Check out Andreas Levers’ site for impressive work.

I secured a seat in the main Conference Hall, close to the stage. The atmosphere is electric with excitement as everyone awaits Steve's presentation. I never thought I'd be here, and I'm eager to fully experience the event. Stay tuned for highlights from the keynote, which promised to be exceptional.

I’ve integrated my Twitter and Jaiku data into the blog to share shorter updates due to time constraints. You can now expect more concise posts about my activities. Additionally, I combined my Twitter and Flickr feeds into a single RSS feed for easier access to my content.

Life is gradually returning to normal for me. I've created Twitter and Jaiku accounts for quick updates and plan to integrate them into my blog. Recent highlights include a business trip to Switzerland, focusing more on work than studies, a failed relationship, acquiring an Apple TV, and looking forward to attending the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference in San Francisco.

stylemac.com has returned online after a long hiatus. Due to personal challenges, I couldn't manage the site earlier, but Safarilicious and Tagbag are now accessible. While my availability for stylemac.com will be limited in the upcoming months, I intend to continue providing updates.

Floating through a vibrant forest, I navigate uncertainty and reflect on past decisions. Fresh air brings comfort, even amidst insecurity. Impressions spark my imagination as I ponder the long journey of change. At 3am in Münster, I feel burdens lighten, guiding me toward a hopeful future. The path ahead remains uncertain, but optimism fuels my steps.

Life has been a tumultuous journey recently, marked by a serious illness and the loss of my dog. Despite these challenges, I’ve started studying and enjoyed a vacation in Mykonos. I’m gradually returning to normalcy, including moving to Münster and acquiring a new MacBook Pro, while reflecting on the many books I've read this year.

Spotlight's limitations frustrate power users searching for specific files quickly. HoudahSpot enhances the Spotlight interface, offering a user-friendly design with features like a meta-inspector and preview panel. It allows users to create complex queries with logical conditions, improving the efficiency of searches. A free demo with a limit of 30 queries is available for trying out this tool.

After six months of intense work, I finally took a much-needed week of vacation to relax and recharge. While preparing for my last busy week in Stuttgart, I enjoyed a local beach party that featured a lively atmosphere and many attendees. The celebration was a welcome break after my hectic schedule, despite the inevitable hangovers that followed.

In der aktuellen Presse tauchen Berichte über die beeindruckende Videoinstallation im Ausstellungsraum 'Gegenwart' auf. Der Medienring präsentiert 48 synchronisierte Videos, die Mercedes-Autos weltweit zeigen, unterlegt mit authentic Geräuschen. Diese Kunstinstallation verspricht, den Betrachter in die verschiedenen Länder zu entführen, während sie die Faszination der Automarke unterstreicht.

Hace seis meses, escribí sobre mi deseo de aprender español, pero hasta ahora he avanzado poco. A pesar de la falta de tiempo, tengo buenas noticias: en agosto estudiaré en Enschede, Países Bajos, donde espero tener más oportunidades para aprender. Reconozco errores en mi texto, pero quiero seguir intentándolo.

Mutilation has sparked an unexpected renaissance, reminiscent of a phoenix rising from the ashes. This transformation, anticipated for over two years, signifies a pivotal change. Although it may not be obvious, there’s a deeper significance behind this evolution that hints at new beginnings and opportunities.

In den letzten Monaten verbrachte ich viel Zeit bei Hewlett-Packard in Stuttgart und entwickelte Software für das neue Mercedes-Benz-Museum. Kürzlich erreichte ich den Status 'Implementation Complete'. Ab August beginne ich ein Studium in Educational Design, während ich meine derzeitige Anstellung beibehalte. Ich plane zudem, auf ein MacBook Pro umzusteigen, um meine mobilen Anforderungen besser zu erfüllen.

Managing media playback on Mac OS X can be tedious with multiple players needed for various formats. FFusion offers a solution by acting as a Quicktime Component that uses the libavcodec library, enhancing Quicktime's compatibility with more video files. This reduces reliance on VLC while also enabling Frontrow compatibility. Download links for FFusion are provided for users.

A year is made up of 365 days, yet some memories linger vividly. The day my father died remains etched in my mind, filled with overwhelming emotions. In the aftermath, I struggled to process my grief while taking on responsibilities he once held. Five years later, I reflect on his absence, recognizing the lasting impact he has through memories and his legacy.

Nostalgie kann die Wahrnehmung von Gesellschaft und Wohlbefinden beeinflussen. Der Zustand der Verschwendung von Ressourcen, wie bei einer geselligen Zusammenkunft, könnte auf ein Übermaß an Komfort und Gleichgültigkeit hinweisen. Das Verhalten zeigt, dass ohne realistischer Ziele Motivation und Produktivität leiden. Dieser Zusammenhang zwischen Konsumverhalten und gesellschaftlicher Motivation bietet interessante Perspektiven zur Bewertung von Gemeinschaften.

I struggle with emotional barriers in relationships, often masking my fragility with arrogance. Recently, I opened up to someone, experiencing joy but also deep pain when it ended. Now, I must recalibrate myself as I face a stressful period ahead, grappling with the fear of future connections and the lingering effects of past love.

The impending storm transformed a once vibrant landscape. As warmth and joy faded, so did the fleeting nature of luck. The arrival of dark clouds signaled change, reshaping the familiar into something new. Despite the weight of rain and loss, hope remains that beauty and fortune will return, reminding that the future often surprises us.

Due to work-related stress and the risk of burnout, I am taking a break from writing on this blog. It feels better to unplug from computers in my free time. The blog is temporarily closed until further notice. Feel free to reach out on ICQ or AIM, but responses may vary. Thank you for reading.

Web 2.0 has been a focal point recently. For those seeking clarity beyond the technical aspects, Kevin Lynch’s review from the Web 2.0 conference offers valuable insights from industry leaders, including Tim O'Reilly, that delve into the essence of Web 2.0.

Google has analyzed over a billion documents to extract information about popular class names, elements, and metadata. The findings offer insights into standard naming conventions and Google's interpretation of HTML data. A notable revelation is the widespread but ineffective use of the <meta name='revisit-after'> tag, which appears more frequently than the <em> element, despite lacking support from major search engines.

Gimp may soon be usable on Mac without X11, enhancing performance. Gtk+, originally developed for Gimp, is now Gnome's official toolkit and has been ported natively to Mac OS X. This opens access to numerous Gnome applications, which align closely with Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines, promising a seamless user experience.

Unity is a versatile 3D game editor that enables rapid mock-ups and testing within hours, progressing to commercial-grade games through advanced collaboration technology. The user-friendly application is ideal for those familiar with 3D and game development, streamlining the creation process significantly. A downloadable trial is available for exploration.

Since the release of iWeb, I've been assessing the quality of its HTML output. Unlike the aesthetically pleasing designs typically associated with Apple, iWeb's generated pages contain excessive inline styles that compromise their cleanliness. Examining these pages reveals potential areas for improvement in code structure, a critical aspect for web development.