In order to simplify the interface, and mimic the PHP equivalent more closely; I updated an old applescript I’d written for use with OS X’s Automator services. I use this for batch-editing filenames in the Finder. substr_replace ( replacement : start : length ) Parameters replacement The replacement string. start If start is positive, the [...]
The Finder icon is kind of creepy when given more than a glance. It’s either a multiracial smiley-box-face, or the profile of two faces making out… Besides that it’s a great interface for managing the contents of your filesystem. However, in my opinion the column-view would benefit from a little enhancement. I’ve made some mockups, [...]
I’ve been quickly scanning for a javascript library to handle some basic purposes, such as tweening. Reliability, performance, documentation, and syntax are what I value in such a choice, and favor in that order. But with limited time one can only measure reliability & performance with limited effectiveness, so documentation, and syntax become more important. [...]
It’s cheap, fairly fiimsy, not my ideal width, but I can finally stand while working, and it only cost $150. No regrets here, I’m glad to be rid of an old behemoth corner desk, and 8-12 hours of sitting. On top of that, you can either blow 1k+ on a herman miller stool, or a [...]
Automator is a great tool for customizing batch processes, such as renaming a bunch of files; all without leaving the Finder. Converting, and info-tagging audio formats, are other ways I’ve put Automator to work as a Finder plugin. The workflow typically looks like: – Get Selected Finder Items – Do some stuff (rename, convert) The [...]
