I have known Matt Mullenweg, CEO, and founder of Automattic, and co-creator of open source project, WordPress for almost a decade and a half. Given our close friendship and a personal bond, I have eschewed asking him about work and never interviewed him, barring a handful of WordCamp on-stage conversations. So, it was fun to … Continue reading [Podcast] Interviewing Matt Mullenweg
The Houston Astros’ sign-stealing scandal has come to a conclusion. Just to recap: During the 2017, via a live feed from an on-field camera, the Astros decoded the signs exchanged between opposing catchers and pitchers. Then, using the crude method of banging on a trash can, they shared that information with their batters, who then … Continue reading Just get paid & our culture of lies
When you point a finger at someone, remember you have four pointed at yourself. I was reminded of that proverb when reading this story in The Atlantic, about the moral hazard of dealing with China. While the thrust of the article was focused on academic institutions, I couldn’t help but notice the irony: The Atlantic … Continue reading The moral hazard of finger-pointing
What better way to wish Matt Mullenweg aka PhotoMatt with a photo and a blog post. So happy birthday Matt, and wishing you a great year and wonderful life ahead. Continue reading Happy Birthday PhotoMatt
