Started the job today. Got nothing much done, 'cos the network ports in my cell cubicle aren't working yet. I did get fitted with the usual ball and chain ID badge, though. In fact, we had three new starters on one day, which isn't bad for a recession, I suppose ( Read more... )

I've just had an e-mail accepting my entry for the first UK Maker Faire in Newcastle! I'll be taking some UK101 machines (and a few other retro computers), including a restored UK101 in original, unmodified condition. I need to sort out the Health & Safety checklist, which I think will require all the electrical gear to be PAT tested. That could ( Read more... )