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Full Sail, an Apology Letter

Dear Full Sail,

I’m not really sure how to say this. You see; I rarely find myself in a position where I feel the need to apologize for my behavior. But my neglect of you has been reprehensible, and I must now make amends.

You may not even remember me. Our affair was brief and I assume [...]

Beer Survey: Pete Ricks – Beer Valley Brewing Co.

Beer and Coding in Eugene’s Penultimate Beer Survey

Section 1 – Getting to Know You

1. Hello, my name is: Pete Ricks

2. I get my paycheck from: Brewery owners get paychecks? When did that start happening?

3. I have been working there for: 4 years

4. My official title: is CEO, Brewer, Bottling Technician, Forklift Mechanic, etc.

5. Before working [...]

Beer App: Support Honest Pints!

Nearly a year ago, master scribe Jeff Alworth and software engineer Shawn Montague started Honestpintproject.org. The Honest Pint Project is a grass-roots effort started by these two Champions of the Thirsty to recognize pubs and restaurants that pour full 16oz. pints. Establishments found to serve true pints receive a certificate [...]

Ninkasi at Jack-O-Lanterns on 5th

My wife and I swung by Jack-o-Lanterns on 5th today; a fund raising event for ShelterCare. The festivities included a scavenger hunt, costume contests for children and adults and a chainsaw pumpkin carving demonstration. The community was encouraged to bring by carved pumpkins, creating the largest display [...]

Beer App: The App is Tapped!

I have spent the last few weeks priming the Beer App. Now, I am proud to announce that the beer is ready to flow…well, beer information that is. I have finished both the User Login and Beer Mapping portions of the Beer App. If you have not [...]