Author: Bob Mixon
RMR2 Hunter Robot
I’ve built quite a few small robots over the years. Track driven with differential steering to small two wheel self-balancing. I wanted to build a robot/vehicle that could be a platform for different types of tests in the future. My initial thoughts are to include the following requirements. Requirements A modular build approach that allows […]
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Visual Studio Code – May 2019 (v1.35) Released
The Visual Studio Code team has released the May 2019 (v1.35) updates. Find the details here: https://code.visualstudio.com/updates/v1_35
Continue ReadingSharePoint + Flow (+ Azure Functions): Launching a Microsoft Flow from Client-Side Code
Microsoft MVP, Julie Turner, wrote (2017) a great article on how to launch a Microsoft Flow from client-side code. “The requirement seemed deceptively simple… and it was, somewhat… simple. I’ll start with showing you how very simple it is to launch a Microsoft Flow (“flow”) from your client-side code hosted, well… wherever. I will give […]
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Updated Features for Office 365 Admin Center – #48639
Updated feature: Microsoft 365 Admin Center Major update: General Availability rollout started Applied to: All customers The Microsoft 365 admin center, available at admin.microsoft.com, is the common entry point for managing all your Microsoft 365 services. We’ll begin rolling out the new Microsoft 365 admin center with enhanced features and functionality in April. This enhancement […]
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Change Raspberry Pi Password
I’m setting up a new Raspberry Pi this morning and one of the first things I do with any new Pi is change the pi user password. Doing so is a very simple task. Sources of Information Much of this information comes from the following articles. Official Raspberry Site – Linux Users (add, edit and […]
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5v and 3.3v Breadboard Power Supply
One thing I do quite a bit of is testing and development on both the Arduino micro-controller and Raspberry Pi micro-computer. I have a few different test environments and they all use some sort of breadboard. When I’m using multiple controllers/computers, sensors and input devices, I need the breadboards to be powered. This can, and […]
Continue Reading3.14 – National Pi Day
Today is National Pi Day! Pi Day is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant π (pi). Pi Day is observed on March 14 (3/14 in the month/day format) since 3, 1, and 4 are the first three significant digits of π. In 2009, the United States House of Representatives supported the designation of Pi […]
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DHT22/AM2302 Temperature and Humidity Sensor Accuracy
Earlier this week I wrote an article about how to use the DHT22/AM2302 temperature and humidity sensor with interrupts on an Arduino.; you can see that article here. After spending more time with the DHT22/AM2302 sensor, I’ve learned the humidity part of the sensor is not accurate at all. The temperature part of the sensor […]
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Arduino: Read DHT22/AM2302 Temperature and Humidity Sensor Using Interrupts
There are many sites where you can find Arduino schematics and code to read a temperature and humidity sensor then display that data on the Serial Monitor. I have not worked with the (more accurate) DHT22/AM2302 sensors and wanted to test them. In addition, I will be demonstrating how to use interrupts (instead of delay) […]
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RMRoboTest: Let the Journey Begin
Over the last year or so I’ve been toying around with the idea of building a robot test platform. Because everything I build has to have a name, I have coined this “RMRoboTest”!
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DRDUINO Arduino UNO Starter Kit
Recently I purchased a DRDUINO Arduino UNO Starter Kit. I saw it on Facebook and thought it might be a great tool for testing new circuits and Arduino Sketches (programs).
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Namespace Microsoft.SharePoint.Administration Assembly Microsoft.SharePoint.dll A SharePoint Server web application is composed of an Internet Information Services (IIS) web site that acts as a logical unit for the site collections that you create. Before you can create a site collection, you must first create a Web application. Each web application is represented by a different IIS […]
Continue ReadingExport-SPAllSitesForMigration
Function Name Export-SPAllSitesForMigration Download Source Code Export-SPAllSitesForMigration.zip Description The code in this module will gather all site collections in your farm and write the details to a CSV file. The CSV file will be formatted to support a migration effort. Parameters Parameter Name $CsvFilename Data Type [System.String] Required Yes Description Use this parameter to specify the […]
Continue ReadingChicken and Dumplings Recipe by Ree Drummond
Yesterday we tried Ree Drummond’s Chicken and Dumplings recipe. I made a few small modifications, described below, but other than that it’s one of the best Chicken and Dumplings recipe I’ve ever tried. And it’s so simple to make. I watch Ree Drummond on Food Network TV quite often and really enjoy the show. I’ve […]
Continue ReadingSharePoint 2016 Site Templates and ID’s
I’m constantly needing a list of all the site templates available in SharePoint 2016. I decided to start maintaining this list on my blog so I don’t have to search for it anymore. Note – I did not come up with this list in a vacuum. I’m making updates here but the original list came […]
Continue ReadingSharePoint Sites versus Webs
SharePoint Sites versus Webs This is a post I wrote long ago for my previous blog. I’ve been asked what the difference is between Site and Web; here I’m going to tackle that question head on! First and foremost, Microsoft didn’t make the differentiation of these two easy to follow as they use the terms […]
Continue ReadingPowerShell and SharePoint Modules
There are a lot of posts about creating modules, for SharePoint, in PowerShell. I decided to write this post so everything I’ve learned is in one place. I’m hoping you learn something from this (as I did). I have tested the code in this article in SharePoint On-premise 2010, 2013 and 2016. Modules do have […]
Continue ReadingDocument Libraries and Folders
I am asked on a regular basis how I feel about the use of Document Library folders. To be honest, I always tell people “avoid them” unless you thoroughly understand the consequences of using folders or have a controlled means of promoting consistent use. This response always stirs up controversy so I thought I’d write […]
Continue ReadingRed Wine Braised Short Ribs
This is one of my favorite meals; so flavorful, moist and tender! Served with potatoes, rice or grits makes for a relaxing dinner. Ingredients 5 pounds bone-in beef short ribs, cut crosswise into 2-inch pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 medium onions, chopped 3 medium carrots, peeled, chopped […]
Continue ReadingLegacy Aviation 72″ Muscle Coupe – Build Day 1
Last week I saw that Extreme Flight/Legacy Aviation released a new 72″ Muscle Coupe and it looked really cool, so I had to have one. The red and white scheme really caught my eye so its the one I selected. I opened the box when it arrived earlier this week and immediately noticed the build […]
Continue ReadingGrandma’s Perfect Caramels
Soft, chewy, and melt in your mouth caramel is the perfect candy to set out for guests or gift giving. With only a few staple ingredients and a little bit of time, homemade candy has never been easier. Ingredients 1 cup granulated sugar ¾ cup corn syrup ½ cup unsalted butter 1 cup heavy cream […]
Continue ReadingSupport Your Local Organic Farmer
Looking for fresh, organic herbs from a farm near you? The following directory is a list of recommended certified organic local herb growers with fewer than 40 acres in cultivation, sorted by region. I’ve always encouraged folks to buy fresh and to buy local, support your local economy. Take a look at the directory here […]
Continue ReadingPowerShell: Retrieve All Sites With or Without Personal Sites (MySites)
I love using the pipeline in PowerShell. Recently I was in a situation where, if a PS script what a one-liner I didn’t have to submit it through the review/approval/change management process. Its amazing what you can do in PowerShell in a single line of code! Retrieve all site collections, for all web applications in […]
Continue ReadingMom’s Shortbread Cookies
I was very lucky to have a mom who was not only a great mom, but a great cook too! I always enjoyed the holiday season because mom and the other wonderful cooks in our family tree broke out their mixers, cookie sheets and delicious recipes. One of my all-time favorites was (and still is) […]
Continue ReadingCountry Style Pork Ribs
Found a great buy on Country Style Pork Ribs and its hard for to pass that up. A great Country Style Pork Ribs is about 1 pount per rib with fat marbled throughout. Its that fat that makes them taste so good. I’ve always said, fat makes everything taste delicious. So, if you were hoping […]
Continue ReadingJamaican Jerk Chicken
The other night I had a craving for Jamaican Jerk Chicken. I’ve made this recipe before and it’s so good, I just had to make it again. However, this time I decided to share it with you. Jerk Marinade This marinade will make enough for 10 to 12 chicken thighs. I always cook extra because […]
Continue ReadingKale, Sausage and Potato Soup
Rainy days and soup. IMHO, that’s comfort food at its best. Kale? I always thought Kale was inedible and even rarely used as a garnish. However, I remember my first experience eating Zuppa Toscana Soup at Olive Garden. All of my previous thoughts about Kale went away. That soup was amazing. And served with their […]
Continue ReadingChicken Piccata, Jasmati Rice and Peas
Tonight I made Chicken Piccata, Jasmati Rice with Garlic and Shallot and Peas for dinner. It turned out very good, so I thought I would share it with you. Chicken Piccata Ingredients 3 Skinless and boneless chicken breasts, butterflied and then cut in half Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging […]
Continue ReadingDebugging SharePoint Issues and ULS Log Files
I often see administrators and developers new to SharePoint find debugging difficult and complex. When working with SharePoint, log files are your friend. In large on-premise farms, locating issues within large log files can be time consuming and sometimes difficult. When I am presented with an error that contains a correlation ID, I first resort […]
Continue ReadingPerfect Breakfast Potatoes
I was eating brunch at a restaurant, in Fresno, this last week and breakfast potatoes that were hard and seemed undone. If you have ever had this problem with your potatoes, here is a guide for making the perfect potatoes. This technique doesn’t have to be just for breakfast potatoes, I use it for scalloped […]
Continue ReadingAutoSPInstaller: SharePoint 2013 March 10, 2015 CU (KB2956166)
The AutoSPInstaller tool is not something I’ve written about in the past. I’m not sure why because its a fantastic tool and I use it on a regular basis. In general, it is a PowerShell based SharePoint installation tool. If you are unfamiliar with it, I do recommend you take a look at it here. […]
Continue ReadingSplit Pea Soup
There have been a few times in my life when I ask “where have you been all my life?”. Okay, okay its happened more than once. But my point is, why do I wait so long before I make this soup? Sure, I live in Arizona now, and its hot; but who cares? Peas and […]
Continue ReadingEvolution of SharePoint
Interesting article, from Julia White, general manager for the Office Product Management team, about the Evolution of SharePoint. Exciting times ahead! Excerpt from Intro: “In the conversations I have with customers and partners, I’m often asked how SharePoint will evolve in Office 365, and what the future holds for SharePoint on-premises. As we move into […]
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Lightning Conductor 2013 and Aggregating Form Library Content
I have been working with the new Lightning Conductor 2013 content roll-up web part recently, specifically the new custom column abilities. This web part allows you to add a custom column to a view and it can contain any jscript and CSOM. This opens up a new world of possibilities. If you are unfamiliar with […]
Continue ReadingRedirect Users to a New Location Automatically
Recently, while working with a client, I noticed they had purchased a 3rd party web part to redirect users from one location to another. There are other posts that describe a simple, out of box, solution; however, I wanted to include it here for my readers and clients. There isn’t any need to write custom […]
Continue ReadingCountry Sausage and Gravy, Grits and Poached Eggs
I was in the mood for brunch today so I decided to make Country Sausage and Gravy, Grits and Poached Eggs. It’s quick, simple and, oh so, delicious! I absolutely love grits. However, by themselves, they can be bland and boring. The next time you make grits, consider spicing them up; the possibilities are endless. […]
Continue ReadingeBook – SharePoint Governance Best Practices, by Christian Buckley
Christian Buckley, Metalogix, has released a new eBook covering SharePoint Governance Best Practices. This is a great read and I highly recommend it. Click here to get the free eBook…
Continue Reading10 Key Elements of Enterprise Information Architecture (#IA) – #3 Presentation
This article is the third in a series of ten that will help you better understand the 10 key elements of Enterprise Information Architecture. To read the previous articles and the complete table of contents in this series, please click here. Presenting Information The manner in which information is presented can dramatically improve its value. […]
Continue Reading10 Key Elements of Enterprise Information Architecture (#IA) – #2 Understanding
This article is the second in a series of ten that will help you better understand the 10 key elements of Enterprise Information Architecture. To read the first article and the complete table of contents in this series, please click here. Understanding Information Understanding information is the most important aspect of Information Architecture. Before we […]
Continue ReadingContent Categorization – Common Categorization and Grouping Mistake
Staying in alignment with my 10 Key Elements of Enterprise Information Architecture, this article will describe a common categorization and grouping mistake I see on a regular basis. With regards to content categorization and grouping, a common mistake I see is storing and managing all documents of similar type, across ownership boundaries, in to a […]
Continue Reading10 Key Elements of Enterprise Information Architecture (#IA) – #1 Content Categorization
This article is the first in a series of ten that will help you better understand the 10 key elements of Enterprise Information Architecture (#IA).
Information Architecture consists of many techniques and principals that are required to ultimately add value to day-to-day business operations. When we look at everything involved with Information Architecture, it can be overwhelming and complex. For these reasons, I have broken down Information Architecture in to the following 10 Key Elements. These are by no means all inclusive but what can be considered the most important.
Continue ReadingWordX Add-in for Mindjet 14
Olympic Unlimited has released a new version of their Microsoft Word export add-in for Mindjet 14, MindManager map files. Named WordX, this add-in allows you to assign a specific Word template, mark topics for export then export your map. As many of you already know, I use Mindjet 14 (MindManager) extensively to document SharePoint designs. […]
Continue ReadingJune 19, 2014 – SharePoint 2013 Collaboration in the Cloud – Office 365
The Silicon Valley SharePoint User Group (SVSPUG) would like to invite you to our next meeting: Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of every month starting at 5:30 pm and ending at 8:00 pm. Date Thursday June 19th, 2014 Time 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority 3331 North First […]
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SharePoint Saturday Sacramento 2014 – Slide Deck
The SharePoint Saturday Sacramento 2014 event was a great success this year. I’m not sure what the final head-count was, but there were a lot of attendees, great sessions and vendors. Thank you, again, to everyone who made this such a great event… My session was on the topic of Records Management and SharePoint 2013. […]
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Speaking at SharePoint Saturday Sacramento – May 31, 2014
I am honored to be chosen to speak at the SharePoint Saturday Sacramento (#SPSSAC) event, on May 31 of this year; just a couple weeks away. I will be speaking on the topic of Records Management and how to accomplish Records Management tasks using Microsoft SharePoint 2013 technologies. I will describe what records management is, […]
Continue ReadingSharePoint Saturday Sacramento – May 31, 2014
SHAREPOINT SATURDAY May 31, 2014 Sacramento The Northern California SharePoint Community is proud to host the 3rd SharePoint Saturday Sacramento Join fellow SharePoint colleagues in attending over 25 sessions presented by MVPs, MCMs and other SharePoint leaders. Topics include: SharePoint 2013/2010 Office 365 / SPO Business Intelligence Case Studies Search Social & Mobile […]
Continue ReadingAeroWorks 30cc Extra 260 Conversion to Electric – Motor Mounted
This is the second article in my AeroWorks 30cc Extra 260 electric conversion project. In the first article, I listed all of the electric parts I am using in the build. In this article I show how the electric motor is installed. I mounted the electric motor in my AeroWorks 30cc Extra 260 yesterday. Here […]
Continue ReadingAeroWorks 30cc Extra 260 Conversion to Electric
I have been flying my AeroWorks 30cc Extra 260, 76″ wingspan, for over a year now. I have more then 200 flights on it and absolutely love it. Its a wonderful aircraft and can do any aerobatic maneuver you ask of it. The only issue I have had with the airplane is the DLE 35cc […]
Continue ReadingCheesy Fresh Corn Grits
Grits are a fantastic side and can be cooked and used in so many ways. In a short few months, we will be coming up on fresh corn season. Use the recipe, below, to kick-up your next grits dish. Ingredients 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter 1 tablespoon Canola Oil 3 ears Fresh Corn, kernels removed Kosher […]
Continue ReadingT-6A Texan II – Motor Selection
To continue on with my T-6A Texan II Build Log, I am in the process of determining the appropriate electric brushless motor. There is a lot of science around selecting the best electric motor for specific applications and, I must admit, I am still learning. This aircraft is designed for a .75 to .91 cu […]
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