MSc, BSc, MBCS, CCSM
Over the years I always struggled to find an accurate list of UK Counties. In the end, I created my own a few years back. Where things have been changed or I have been advised of a mistake I have updated this list. You are welcome to use the list, should you notice any issue … Read more
Maybe it’s because growing up I spent a lot of time in the countryside, but the thought of living somewhere relatively isolated really appeals to me. Whilst studying for my degree I came across the island of North Ronaldsay, with a population of 72 (Census, 2011). Whilst it’s a lovely island, I would miss a … Read more
Where possible it is generally best practice to ensure that your applications have ‘Auto Update’ enabled. However, for a variety of reasons, this may not always be available or possible. With regards to dependent libraries and frameworks from a development perspective, this can also be more difficult. To be kept informed of all changes, I … Read more
On the 10th of September I will be embarking on the London Bridges Trek 2022. I previously completed this challenge in 2018 with a close friend for Parkinson’s UK. This year I will be aiming to complete this challenge once again for two amazing local charities. Thames Bridges Trek 2022 The London/Thames Bridges Trek is … Read more
With Covid-19 rates beginning to increase again, last weekend we decided to visit family. Both for a pre-Christmas visit and in case another lockdown was on anyone’s agenda. We headed down to Carmarthenshire to visit family in the area. Having only decided the day before so we didn’t have much time to plan. We often … Read more
This year I won’t be buying any Christmas cards. Instead I will make a Christmas donation instead of posting the traditional Christmas card. This is largely for two reasons. The first, to help the planet, the second to donate that money directly to charity. The Carbon Footprint of a Greetings Card According to research published … Read more