In addition to making streaming small or alternative events much more easily, having streaming video equipment also has another major use: changing the workflow for pre-recorded video production to save time and money. I’ve used this successfully for several projects, but this concept really clicked for me when watching an interview with two Youtubers, Rhett… Continue reading Alternative uses for streaming equipment

Following up on my previous post, I wanted to emphasize the significant change that cheap-ish video input and switching solutions has created, alongside open-source tools like OBS. Option 3 in my previous post was using multiple cameras with a switcher like the Blackmagic ATEM Mini Pro connected to a laptop. You can get started with… Continue reading On the democratization of streaming events

I was asked a couple of years ago for my perspective on streaming events for the university; they were hosting a panel discussion in our large lecture hall (200 stadium seats) and were dissatisfied with the streaming options available. This advice applies, however, to any event from 5 to about 300 people, and so it may help… Continue reading On setting up live streaming for small events

I have gotten this question quite a few times over the years. Mostly from college/university students, but also from acquanitances and others further along in their careers. It’s a complex question, as what do we mean when we say “tech”? Generally, though, they’re asking about becoming a developer or a similar role. Here’s my perspective… Continue reading “I want to go into IT/tech”

Part of my PhD research was examining how virtual teams use Slack and Microsoft Teams (Enterprise Social Networks, ESNs). One academic output of that is a clearer definition of location within ESNs (article forthcoming; preprint). But this has practical applications as well. Within remote work, we can see that many companies create similar types of… Continue reading How do teams set up Slack and Microsoft Teams?

I’ve been a Mac user for about 20 years now. But, in 2018 I switched to a combination of Chromebook and PC use… and then I switched back in 2021. When I switched back, I purchased an M1 MacBook Air, and things were back to normal… mostly. One thing that kept bothering me about my… Continue reading On Apple laptop charging noises

This blog has been quiet for a couple of years, but it’s time to start writing about my projects and adventures over that time. First on that list is that I have completed my PhD in Socio-Informatics from Stellenbosch University! I studied how remote teams communicate; more specifically, how they use tools like Microsoft Teams… Continue reading Long time, no see

“I’m graduating soon, and want to work remotely; how do I get a remote job?” I’ve gotten this question for a few years, and quite a bit recently, so I wanted to write a few posts about my thoughts on this, and how they’ve changed over time. Part 1 provides some background context. Part 2… Continue reading Remote job hunting for new BA graduates, part 3

“I’m graduating soon, and want to work remotely; how do I get a remote job?” I’ve gotten this question for a few years, and quite a bit recently, so I wanted to write a few posts about my thoughts on this, and how they’ve changed over time. Part 1 provides some background context. This is… Continue reading Remote job hunting for new BA graduates, part 2

“I’m graduating soon, and want to work remotely; how do I get a remote job?” I’ve gotten this question for a few years, and quite a bit recently, so I wanted to write a few posts about my thoughts on this, and how they’ve changed over time. This is part 1, where I’ll provide some… Continue reading Remote job hunting for new BA graduates, part 1