Usernames are important

Posted on December 23rd 2010 by Timo

I can’t understand why so many sites don’t let users change their username. Is it really asking too much? Or don't they just care? Is it a technical issue? And how come Twitter thinks it's a no-brainer! Start reading →

Few thoughts on WikiLeaks, Assange and mankind

Posted on December 2nd 2010 by Timo

There's been a lot of interesting things said around the world lately about freedom, assassination, criminals, governments etc. Thought I'd share my observations. Start reading →

O how I loathe web hosting issues

Posted on November 30th 2010 by Timo

I love the web, but I hate it when it comes to hosting. At least when it doesn't work. Overselling, artificial limits, switching hosts again and again, countless hours spent just to hear "We'll get back to you." Start reading →

I quit my job

Posted on October 30th 2010 by Timo

"Decide your own life, don't let another person run or rule you." #1 of Hobo Ethical Code as inscribed in the Annual Convention Congress of the Hoboes of America held on August 8, 1894. Start reading →

Sotajumala – Luut sinusta muistuttaen footcam

Posted on October 19th 2010 by Timo

My feet are on Youtube and it's a rather strange feeling. Start reading →

A year in 140 000 characters or less

Posted on October 18th 2010 by Timo

While I've been aware of Twitter for over three years (I actually "invented" it back in 2002!) I only started using it personally a year ago. What do I think after my first 1000 tweets? Start reading →

Read job postings to see what really matters

Posted on October 12th 2010 by Timo

Looking for a job, but not sure if you've got the right skills? Freelancer who wants to improve? Let potential employers tell you exactly what you need to be good at! Start reading →

Theory about bpms and the future of death metal

Posted on October 10th 2010 by Timo

In my opinion intensity and context is way more important than the tempo. What really makes music fast? Where do I feel so many musicians go wrong in their search for brutality? Start reading →

August and September books 2010

Posted on October 6th 2010 by Timo

Vacation time mixed with hectic work schedule. A tribute to the life of Cliff Burton, cannibalism, incest and imprisonment and one of the most shocking true crime books I've ever read. Start reading →

How to close the front panel on Lexmark Intuition S505?

Posted on October 4th 2010 by Timo

I don't care how dumb this makes me look, I seriously had to look this one up online. What does this say about product design and usability? Start reading →

Timo Häkkinen

Drummer, web developer, hobo, entrepreneur & music lover from Jyväskylä, Finland