The simplest possible computer So, if we were going to build a model of the simplest possible computer, where would we start? As it turns out, you probably have such a model in your home already. Many homes have what’s known as a “three-way” switch, which is a light switch that you can turn on… Continue reading The simplest possible computer
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A new project!
I’m working on a “book” in my spare time. I put book in quotes there, because I don’t know that it’ll actually get to the level of being published on dead trees. Due to the subject matter, it would make more sense to publish it online (or perhaps, via something like iBooks) in any case.… Continue reading A new project!
JavaScript by example: functions and function objects
I’ve been working in JavaScript a lot these last couple of months, and I feel like I’ve learned a lot. I wanted to show some of the more interesting aspects of JavaScript that I’ve had the opportunity to bump into. I’ll use some simple examples along the way to illustrate my points. Note: If you… Continue reading JavaScript by example: functions and function objects