Diary of a computer engineer trying to start a software business. Dilemma between idealistic self and realistic world... how is he going to survive?

Friday, January 14, 2005

Devhood Training modules

Being one of the older activist of Devhood ( Http://www.devhood.com/ ). I finally re-completed my C#/.net Train of the modules.

I strongly recommand any experienced programmer (that have not yet, but is interested in Windows Programming/.net) to start here. Being a long time *nix programmer and an extreme programmer (program computer from scratch), I have somewhat off track in adapting windows programming. There are just too many API for me to know. And knowing coding by myself makes me more comfortable, I often make the mistake into not bothering looking up APIs. I have decided to change. Because my strong belief in Software Engineering techniques. Which made me realize the greatness of MS.

Back to the topic. Well, these training modules have been provided by Wintellect who specialize in training services for Microsoft technologies. These training modules are a great way to get started in .NET as well as enhance your skills if you're already an experienced developer.
Each distribution is made up of three modules. Each module contains sample source code, a tutorial document, and a slide presentation.

There were four distributions:
-Introduction of .Net Framework and the Introduction of C#
-Introduction of Common Languange Runtime (CLR) and .Net Framework Class Libraries (FCL)
-Advance programming skills and Advance features of .Net Framework
-Advance .Net Framework applications (or introduction to webforms -ASP.NET and Web Services)

Monday, January 10, 2005

Common Questions to TygerSoft

Common Questions to TygerSoft

Who (are you): We are Engineers. The people who won't just give up!

What (do you do): Software engineering. In particular, Web applications, Web services, providing solutions and products that would move the world forward.

Why (are you startup): Quitting steady high pay job to persuade something that really matters.

Where (are you located): Here, There, Anywhere. It is our belief that technology is without boundary. It is there to make the world a better place. We are starting in Taiwan because of the low cost of living. But, our goal is to head back to North America.

When (is this official): It will be official when we have steady income. As of now, the prep started 2004.

How (do you run this business): Please tune-in this site often.

Quoting Robert Donovan- Giving up is the ultimate tragedy.

TygerSoft Financial Records, Plans and Budget

Welcome back, A new year seems like a "Brave New World" to me. Hope everyone had a great holiday. Now get back to business!

First and most important goal of a company is to survive first. I've set a goal that when I have less than $45,000 NT, I would need to start looking for a job. That should last me for two months. With that in mind, I would need to make $22,000NT between March and April.

Balance Sheets and Income Statements are extremely important. Analyzing it can help me forcast how I should map out the schedules in terms of earnings. Through it, the MAIN cost is personnel cost. My salary in US is about 60K USD a year. In Canada would be between 40-50K CND a year. In Taiwan, would be 35k-40k NT/mo + stocks.