Are we operating in Stealth Mode?

Before I go any further, I'd like to make a further comment re: company policy on blogging. Another new policy has become apparent after our mega meeting last night:

3. Naughty is ok, but don't be rude.

I think that's a guideline rather than a regulation, because we're clever people with high standards and motivated to do the right thing.

So, is Emart operating in Stealth Mode? Somehow, I don't think so. We've got a clear picture about where we want to go, what we want to do, and how we're going to do our thang. A little bit of publicity never hurt anyone, eh? So, Ms. So-and-so, a little Emart name dropping here and now won't hurt our intentions, and it's about time you start being a little more sporty. spice. Where's your blog?

Get on with it!

... OK, I think you need to know this...

I was sitting on the train home this evening and I was working on some DB normalisation issues. Yes, I lead an exciting life! I was in a "quiet zone" car on a Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly train that was supposed to leave Leamington Spa at 19.11, but instead left at about 19.23.

I eventually found that "Coach F" was the best coach as there was greater opportunity to find a space where I could work on my laptop. In case you didn't know by now, I'm a serious Mac head. I love commuting because I'm able to work on a fully functioning Apache/PHP/mySQL platform with the best interface anywhere.

I didn't notice, however, that the person sitting across from me had "Microsoft SQL Server" lovingly embroidered on his shirt. He did seem to be somewhat dismissive of me and my Powerbook. However, my Powerbook and I are pretty thick skinned and know our true value.

Turns out, he works for Microsnot as some sort of consulting developer. Very keen on the .net framework. As he left, he made sure to tell me it was really fun to work with .net.

I'll take his word for it.