When working with Java and Scala, you might have to set environment variables. For example, compiling the excellent Configgy for Scala requires Java 1.6. How do you set the environment variables so that Scala programs compile with Java 1.6? It’s easy, but there are some gotchas.
Currently (June 2009), the Mac OS (10.5.7) defaults to Java [...]
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Keeping your software up to date can be a pain. On the Mac, most software includes a menu item to “Check for Updates…” and a preference to check automatically. The problem with this approach is that your effort to get something done is interrupted by “New version available. Would you like to install?” The problem [...]
If you want to be a Mac Whiz, you need the power tools that make your fingers work like ten mice. There has really only been one to consider: QuickSilver. It has the property of great software that it’s easy to get into, and gradually rewards experience and exploration with more power. Fortunately, there are [...]
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