Something Odd!

MySQL: Increase the table_cache setting in my.cnf or your init scripts for a major boost in performance!
See mysqladmin ext, the “Open_tables” number, your table_cache should be at least as big as that.

woo! Just by optimizing mysql on one of our servers we managed to serve 28% more hits!

I added a link to BlogSnob on the sidebar. Seems like a good way to let people know about me!

Dunno how I forgot faqts in the list below!

Some PHP links:

php anywhere
php developer
php classes
zend.com

Some friends are moving into new houses. Here’s some tips (Thanks James, Brian and Claire!)

• Don’t take the keys off them the builder until you’ve looked over the house. Don’t give them the final payment until same.
• Check for leaks – pour water on the windows (use a hose).
• Bring a radio and check all the sockets.
• Check floorboards and joists.
• Pour several buckets of water down the driveway to make sure the water flows the right way (should be towards the drain)

Here’s an Interview with Michael Meeks about Ximian Gnome. Michael spoke at LinuxWorld in Dublin 2 years ago and is an excellent speaker.
Weblog Wannabe has some great links on css, design and lots more.
Think your clients don’t know what they’re talking about? Take a look at these client quotes.

Got an AIM account? The Register reports that you can search through past AIM conversations. Through Googol you can use Aimsearch to do the searching!

Hehe.. posted to the CorkLUG mailing list, Microsoft Windows 98’s secret

Check out this caption competition but you probably won’t get most of the jokes unless you’re Irish!