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Software engineer who worked on the Linux kernel and the Android platform, and author of Linux Kernel Development and Linux System Programming.
9 things
IBM Model MHardware IBM
On the workstation, I use a dorky Logitech keyboard, but I'm absolutely obsessed with the old IBM Model M keyboards. Those things can withstand small arms fire, and I love the tactile response of the buckling springs.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
Nexus OneHardware Google
My smartphone is an Android-powered Nexus One. I love the gorgeous AMOLED display and 1GHz Snapdragon CPU.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
LinodeService
My server is a Linode instance. I can't recommend Linode enough for folks' hosting needs. They do VPS hosting with Xen, and as a company they just get it.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
Kindle 2Hardware Amazon
My most-used consumer electronics device is a Kindle 2.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
VimSoftware
My main applications are GNOME Terminal, VIM, and Chrome. I do all my coding in VIM.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
Logitech MX518Hardware Logitech
My mouse is a Logitech MX518.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
DropboxService Dropbox
I store data in Dropbox. I use Google Docs.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
MacBook ProHardware Apple
My laptop is a 15" MacBook Pro. It is a recent model, with 2.53GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 4GB RAM, and a matte display. I use the laptop for most non-coding activities.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
GIMPSoftware
The only apps I run on it are Chrome, iTunes, and GIMP.
His Uses This interview, on the four machines he worked across at Google.
2010-11-02·usesthis.com ↗
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