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Software architect and developer. I use a variety of technologies but at work it's generally C++, HTML, ASP (JScript), Flex, and SVG. For personal stuff, I tend to use PHP, C#, perl, and everything I use at work. :)

I've been designing and developing for well over a decade in the enterprise software market, first with IP billing, now with ticketing (no, not TicketMaster). I'm a classic case of a jack-of-all-trades, but my intuition is good and I pick up programming languages like a sponge picks up water.

For fun, I'm an avid amateur photographer and especially enjoy nature and macro photography. I've also started getting into more studio oriented stuff, acquiring some lighting, background stands, and other gadgets for that purpose. My current weapon of choice is the Nikon D800. Check out my website for some of my photography DIY projects, some of which have been featured on the well-known DIY Photography site.


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revised How does the image quality compare between these lenses?
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comment LR4 Cinematic Presets
Not sure what you mean by "cinematic" either, but have a look at the SLR Lounge and see if they have something.
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reviewed Leave Open What does infinity focus mean and when should I use it?
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reviewed Reopen Where can I find a place to sell my digital photography without creating my own website?
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revised Disadvantages of electronic first curtain shutter?
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comment Overexposed images when using ring flash
That ring flash is supposed to support Nikon's TTL features, but your camera is not in the list of supported ones on the Sigma site for that flash. The difference between the D7000 and something like the D5100 may be sufficiently subtle to cause miscommunication with the flash and hence the behaviour. You may want to check with Sigma directly.
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comment Why does the Lightroom Adjustment Brush introduce noise?
@BartArondson - I saw your flag to close the question, but I'm not sure that I agree with you since I think it would be easy for others to make the same misapprehensions. However, you do have the ability to vote to close your own question if you really feel it should be.
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comment What battery do I need for a 35mm film Canon Rebel?
Almost 2 years after the question was asked, I suspect that they've found the batteries they need...
May
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reviewed Close How to take a bulb mode shot of a road in day light?
May
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revised How do you choose among different 70-300mm lens for Nikon DSLRs?
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reviewed Edit suggested edit on What is the “crop factor?”
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revised What is the “crop factor?”
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revised Does the diameter of openings on photographic lighting grids affect brightness?
very minor typo
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comment What are the pros and cons of Canon 5D III / 6D HDR Mode Vs HDR using a computer + HDR software?
I would recommend rephrasing this a little... Right now it seems to be a bit opinion-oriented. A pros/cons of the two models may be more valuable long term.
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comment Does the diameter of openings on photographic lighting grids affect brightness?
A grid is used to concentrate the the light to a tighter circle, the smaller the grid, the tighter the circle. There may be other light loss, but not sure of amount relative to grid size or depth vs light source.
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comment Does the diameter of openings on photographic lighting grids affect brightness?
Are you sure about white? All the grids I have are black, both for my speedlight and my Alien Bees.