MUSINGS OF ME
Traffic, Transit, Technology & TeaWelcome to my corner of the web. Here, I share observations on modern mobility, urban planning, hands-on technology, and the quiet clarity found over a good cup of tea.
As an observer of both physical and digital systems, I write about the relationships between transit networks, traffic patterns, and the communities they serve. You’ll also find regular deep dives into Linux, web infrastructure, open-source tech, and spatial data/GIS; mapping our way toward a more connected, efficient future.
Because as any Starfleet officer would tell you, knowing your coordinates is half the journey.
Cloud GIS 101: Geospatial Analysis Made Easy
In this insightful video by Matt Forrest, you'll learn the essentials of running geospatial analysis in the cloud. The stream covers the core components of cloud platforms and services, including data warehouses and compute management. Matt concludes with a practical...
Refurbished Tech Wins: Why My Samsung S21 Setup Aligns with Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
When it came time for a phone upgrade, I explored all the options. From the Samsung A25 and OnePlus Nord to even considering a low-end Google Pixel, I wanted something that balanced cost and quality. Despite my initial hesitation, I even looked at Motorola devices. In...
The Digital Ripple Effect: How Geopolitics Shape the Internet
What an interesting read! As our lives become more connected online, it's important to understand how decisions made by governments can impact the digital world. Gareth Edwards shares some eye-opening insights about the potential loss of the .io domain and what that...
How Geospatial Data Enables the Rollout of Fast Internet
From maps to Gbps: reality capture technology is being leveraged for fibre-to-the-home infrastructure. The digital economy is growing at an unprecedented rate, and global data consumption will increase exponentially over the next decade. Fibre-optic networks form the...
Using AI to Bring Logistics Into the 21st Century
Transportation and warehousing are multi-trillion-dollar industries, but the technologies that power them are often outdated, inefficient, and siloed. Pallet, which is announcing an $18 million Series A funding round led by Bain Capital Ventures today, has built an...
Tracking Trash – Using GIS to Promote Suburban Sustainability in Durham Region
I've been noticing a lot more litter around town lately, including some unusual items, and it’s bothering me. I wanted to do something about it, so I decided to use ArcGIS Survey123 to track where all the trash was coming from. I’m still my infancy of tracking, but I...
SearchGPT – Possibly The Next Big Disruption in Search, SEO and Advertising
The digital landscape is on the brink of a massive upheaval with the introduction of SearchGPT. This isn't just another search engine; it's poised to redefine how we access information, threatening the dominance of Google and shaking up the advertising world. For...
What Happened with the Microsoft Crowdstrike Outage Today?
A major global IT outage occurred today (July 19, 2024) due to a combination of issues involving Microsoft and CrowdStrike, causing widespread disruptions across various industries. The incident was characterized by two primary problems. First, Microsoft's Azure Cloud...
My Precious Tech? Will the Samsung Galaxy Ring Steal the Show at Unpacked (Forget Second Breakfast)?
I quite love these tech events, when they occur. Sometimes technology is too bleeding edge, while others end up being our daily drivers. Now forget foldable phones for a minute! Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event on July 10th has me waiting with anticipation for...
The Creator: What If AI Became Our Last Hope?
Revisiting "The Creator," a film that continues to captivate me, even on subsequent viewings, I find its allure multifaceted. The haunting soundtrack, especially Radiohead's "Everything in Its Right Place," paired with the visuals during the aerial operations mission,...
Aged Like Fine Wine: Understanding Apple’s Vintage and Obsolete Devices
I have to give Apple credit where it's due. I still have an old Apple TV 2, an iPad 4, and my precious iPod Classic. Loved the iPod Classics. A simple media player, without the fluff. Oh, did I mention, they all still work? When they made them to last! Devices become...
Wishing Everyone A Joyful Canada Day!
It's a beautiful sunny day in the GTA! Get outside, if you can, Canada. It's a perfect day for celebrating! Soak up some sunshine and all that this great country has to offer. Still feeling grateful for life and all it has to offer. Wishing Everyone A Joyful Canada...