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Biking, technology and the web

This could be the latest craze in online gaming - combine cycling, technology and the internet. Talk about a mashup... Oh wait, there's already MotionBased that takes GPS data from your cycle computer and plots it onto a map. It could be more addictive than Webkinz is for your kids (or you). But, it's really just what I've been talking about for the last two years in my blog. I just checked to see when I started this blog and it was officially posted on September 30, 2005. I can't believe that I missed my own anniversary! There was a slight gap in the middle, although it's picked up a bit lately.

So, two years later and I'm starting a new job at Sun - Chief Technologist for the Web Industry Practice. It's very exciting for me to be in such an interesting role. We're a small group, but focused on what we can do to help web companies. The groups focused on different types of companies including internet services, new media, social networking, e-commerce or gaming. There's an interesting collection of technology from Sun, partners and free/open source software that we're working with. It will be interesting to see how my experience from the Media & Entertainment companies will help with these customers, especially as more content is distributed through these sites. Plus, there's common needs relating to understanding customers, integrating new features and scaling for performance.

It's going to be a lot of fun and I'm looking forward to meeting new customers, co-workers and seeing new places. Stay tuned!

Posted at 10:02AM Oct 05, 2007 by bs in Web.next  |  Comments[1]