Some interesting blog posts i came across:
The best way to come up with startup ideas is to ask yourself the question: what do you wish someone would make for you?
http://www.paulgraham.com/organic.html
Another related article
http://fbindie.posterous.com/start-up-ideas-its-not-what-you-know-its-who
Thursday, April 15, 2010
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Saturday, January 2, 2010
2009 Review: Tech Products I Love And Use Every Day
After reading Michael Arrington's blog post: 2010: My Fifth Annual List Of The Tech Products I Love And Use Every Day I thought I should compile my own list. So here goes,
1. Gmail (www.gmail.com)
I've been using Gmail since 2005. Its no fuss interface, quick mail search and its integration with other google labs products (Gtalk, google talk and tasks) have made it my de facto personal email client. Dont forget about the fact that you dont ever have to delete mails to keep your storage limit in tact. Its probably the most popular email client.
2. Google Docs (www.google.com/docs)
4. Delicious (http://delicious.com/)
Again, the answer to keeping everything online. One of the best social bookmarking tools out there. I especially like the Popular bookmarks feature - you do find some gems in there.
6. Google Notes
8. Facebook (www.facebook.com)
One of the best inventions this decade. It also won best overall start up at the Crunchies this year. I've reconnected and kept in touch with soo many people I wouldn't have, had it not been for facebook.
9. Mint.com (www.mint.com)
One of my favorites! There's a lot of personal finance management software out there, but in my opinion, this is the best. It helps saving easier by suggesting ways to save money by integrating with financial institutions and providing the most suitable option based on my lifestyle. Pretty cool concept and is a former techcrunch50 winner.
10. iPhone and Macbook pro (www.apple.com)
I love Apple!! Ever since I got my iPhone I've been sold, and have wanted a Mac ever since. The UI is soo slick. It defines a new meaning to software applications. Everything is soo solid. Coming from a PC background you certainly feel the difference.
11. Pandora (www.pandora.com)
I love my pandora :) Haha.. yes yea, I love everything on this list. I use pandora a lot and now my playlist plays the music I love.
1. Gmail (www.gmail.com)
I've been using Gmail since 2005. Its no fuss interface, quick mail search and its integration with other google labs products (Gtalk, google talk and tasks) have made it my de facto personal email client. Dont forget about the fact that you dont ever have to delete mails to keep your storage limit in tact. Its probably the most popular email client.
2. Google Docs (www.google.com/docs)
Google docs has been my replacement for sharing office documents for a while now. The ability to create a doc/spreadsheet and be able to access it anywhere (from home, office, your phone etc) is so convenient. I use it for almost anything now and hardly ever create office documents on my machine - means no more paying big bucks to install Office on my computer. I'm pretty sure MS Office will come up with an Office online suite pretty soon so we'll have to wait for that to see how it stacks up. I need to try out Dropbox this year too.
3. Picnik (www.picnik.com)
One of the most creative and easy to use online tools out there. Its my one stop shop for image manipulation, and uploading of pics to flickr and Picasa. Its the secret my photograph's look so good ;)
3. Picnik (www.picnik.com)
One of the most creative and easy to use online tools out there. Its my one stop shop for image manipulation, and uploading of pics to flickr and Picasa. Its the secret my photograph's look so good ;)
4. Delicious (http://delicious.com/)
Again, the answer to keeping everything online. One of the best social bookmarking tools out there. I especially like the Popular bookmarks feature - you do find some gems in there.
5. Xmarks
Similar to Delicious, but different. This tool syncs up my bookmarks on my various browsers - Firefox and Chrome.
Similar to Delicious, but different. This tool syncs up my bookmarks on my various browsers - Firefox and Chrome.
6. Google Notes
Whenever I need to jot down something I feel is important, Google notes has been my answer. I haven't really tried out Evernote yet, thats something I need to do this year.
7. Twitter (www.twitter.com)
I was a little late to try out twitter, but since I did, I simply love it. Its amazing how much you can learn from your twitter feed. People share some pretty amazing stuff - interesting articles, hot news, inside info on your favorite sportsmen etc. Its helps me keep up to date with whats going on in the world. The world is definitely a much smaller place because of twitter and facebook.
7. Twitter (www.twitter.com)
I was a little late to try out twitter, but since I did, I simply love it. Its amazing how much you can learn from your twitter feed. People share some pretty amazing stuff - interesting articles, hot news, inside info on your favorite sportsmen etc. Its helps me keep up to date with whats going on in the world. The world is definitely a much smaller place because of twitter and facebook.
8. Facebook (www.facebook.com)
One of the best inventions this decade. It also won best overall start up at the Crunchies this year. I've reconnected and kept in touch with soo many people I wouldn't have, had it not been for facebook.
9. Mint.com (www.mint.com)
One of my favorites! There's a lot of personal finance management software out there, but in my opinion, this is the best. It helps saving easier by suggesting ways to save money by integrating with financial institutions and providing the most suitable option based on my lifestyle. Pretty cool concept and is a former techcrunch50 winner.
10. iPhone and Macbook pro (www.apple.com)
I love Apple!! Ever since I got my iPhone I've been sold, and have wanted a Mac ever since. The UI is soo slick. It defines a new meaning to software applications. Everything is soo solid. Coming from a PC background you certainly feel the difference.
11. Pandora (www.pandora.com)
I love my pandora :) Haha.. yes yea, I love everything on this list. I use pandora a lot and now my playlist plays the music I love.
Monday, December 7, 2009
SL vs India - 2009: Review
After reading some heated comments by others I thought I'll jot down my thoughts as well.
Firstly, everyone needs to remember that after all said and done this is still just a game. Every team has their moments. In this particular series India outplayed Sri Lanka in all departments. A harsh reality check for Sri Lanka who came into the series with high expectations. True, the wickets weren't ideal for test cricket, but India handled them better (home advantage and all that jazz).
I'm not trying to run down Sri Lanka, far from it really. Just a recap of what I saw. Fortune favours the brave - and Sri Lanka certainly weren't brave from what I witnessed: defensive fields were set throughout and other than substantial contributions from Dilshan, Mahela and Paranavitana there wasn't a standout knock to motivate the other players (something like what Shewag did - basically grab the game from the opposition).
Sri Lanka however, will take heart that they did learn a lot from this series and will surely bounce back stronger in the next.
1. The performance of Paranavitana at the top - This young man is looking solid and is a good investment for the future. Dilshan with his usual explosiveness. Mahela did play well in the first game and signs that Sanga is coming back to his best. From the bowling perspective, the only bright spark was Herath. He seems to have found his confidence and persistence and is consistently getting wickets which is pleasant to see.
2. One important lesson learnt should be that going into a test match with just one front line fast bowler will just not cut it. Sri Lanka seem to do this time and time again. It never works! Its time to forget this and play the game. My take is this, if two quality spinners aren't going to cut it then definitely three aren't going to make a difference. Test cricket is all about variety and options. Out thinking your opponent, and to do that you have to have the weapons.
3. Another lession: Attack! When you have a new batsman at the crease attack him. No matter how good he is, he still has to take guard, get his eye in, ascertain the bowling before he plays his shots. The chance is always there for him to make a mistake. So attack! From what I saw, Sri Lanka lacked that.
Having said that, They are obviously a work in progress. Getting to number 2 in the world is not a small achievement. Its the result of consistent performances throughout and for that the captains, both Mahela (previously) and now Sanga are to be thanked.
Finally, Murali is certainly not a spent force. He's still the best - Everyone has opinions, but numbers don't lie. Unfortunately this series wasn't kind to him.
http://bit.ly/76yBZq
Firstly, everyone needs to remember that after all said and done this is still just a game. Every team has their moments. In this particular series India outplayed Sri Lanka in all departments. A harsh reality check for Sri Lanka who came into the series with high expectations. True, the wickets weren't ideal for test cricket, but India handled them better (home advantage and all that jazz).
I'm not trying to run down Sri Lanka, far from it really. Just a recap of what I saw. Fortune favours the brave - and Sri Lanka certainly weren't brave from what I witnessed: defensive fields were set throughout and other than substantial contributions from Dilshan, Mahela and Paranavitana there wasn't a standout knock to motivate the other players (something like what Shewag did - basically grab the game from the opposition).
Sri Lanka however, will take heart that they did learn a lot from this series and will surely bounce back stronger in the next.
1. The performance of Paranavitana at the top - This young man is looking solid and is a good investment for the future. Dilshan with his usual explosiveness. Mahela did play well in the first game and signs that Sanga is coming back to his best. From the bowling perspective, the only bright spark was Herath. He seems to have found his confidence and persistence and is consistently getting wickets which is pleasant to see.
2. One important lesson learnt should be that going into a test match with just one front line fast bowler will just not cut it. Sri Lanka seem to do this time and time again. It never works! Its time to forget this and play the game. My take is this, if two quality spinners aren't going to cut it then definitely three aren't going to make a difference. Test cricket is all about variety and options. Out thinking your opponent, and to do that you have to have the weapons.
3. Another lession: Attack! When you have a new batsman at the crease attack him. No matter how good he is, he still has to take guard, get his eye in, ascertain the bowling before he plays his shots. The chance is always there for him to make a mistake. So attack! From what I saw, Sri Lanka lacked that.
Having said that, They are obviously a work in progress. Getting to number 2 in the world is not a small achievement. Its the result of consistent performances throughout and for that the captains, both Mahela (previously) and now Sanga are to be thanked.
Finally, Murali is certainly not a spent force. He's still the best - Everyone has opinions, but numbers don't lie. Unfortunately this series wasn't kind to him.
http://bit.ly/76yBZq
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