I am a Geek

geek, n.: A person who is interested in technology, especially computing and new media. Geeks are adept with computers, and use the term hacker in a positive way, though not all are hackers themselves. A person who has chosen concentration rather than conformity; one who passionately pursues skill and imagination, not mainstream social acceptance. (Wikipedia)

Dear fellow geeks, join the Society for Geek Advancement!

Simon’s sister’s dog

You know Simon’s Cat from the first two animations I published on my blog. Now it’s time to introduce you to Simon’s sister’s dog!

Recently, I got an email that, at first, looked like spam, but was clever PR for the RSPCA’s campaign to tackle pet obesity:

I noticed that you have blogged about Simon’s Cat in the past, so I thought you would be really interested to hear that Simon Tofield, the maker of Simon’s cat, has finally released a new animation. The video, featuring Simon’s sister’s dog has been made especially for the RSPCA, and can be watched at www.giveanimalsavoice.org.uk.

I’m amazed at this social media approach to get the RSPCA’s message spread and more than glad to help the cause. Here’s the clip:

Wanna feel like playing World of Warcraft?

<br/>‘Warcraft’ Sequel Lets Gamers Play A Character Playing ‘Warcraft’

Exorcise your mobile with a microwave

If sharing the bus with some teenagers hasn’t already, this video will finally convince you that cell phones are evil.

Cell Phones Are Evil – Watch more free videos

(Via Nerdcore)

How not to do a technical presentation

We all know: Microsoft isn’t useless. They can always serve as a bad example. And I’m not even cynical this time.

Some folks at Microsoft made a funny video that demonstrates the Best Bad Tech Speakers Video…Ever:

I actually can imagine some of my coworkers do such an unbearable presentation…