Error 21 CA0055 : Could not unify the platforms
After a recent upgrade from Silverlight 4.0 to Silverlight 5.0, I started getting this error from Visual Studio 2010Error 21 CA0055 : Could not unify the platforms (mscorlib, Version=2.0.5.0,...
View ArticlePreparing a SQL database for CLR assembly loading
A few times, I’ve had to install CLR assemblies into a Microsoft SQL database.In order to do so, the deploying user must be granted certain permissions.Here is the script I use....
View ArticleHow to use Window 8 on a PC
So you’re thinking about installing Windows 8 (or you’ve already installed it) and you’re wondering “It’s changed so much, How the heck do I use it?”I wanted to share an instructional video with you...
View ArticleWhat is the “Mythical Man Month”
Well, there is a book out there explaining it. The Mythical Man-Month: Essays on Software Engineering, Anniversary Edition (2nd Edition)Though a great source, it’s one dry read. I actually recommend...
View ArticleHTTP Request Headers Testing
This is a trick I’ve been using for a while, but I wanted to share.Sometimes third party software requests your Web Pages/Services and pass data via the HTTP Request Headers. If you want to simulate...
View ArticleC# code to force the debugger to launch
There are times where you just can’t manually attach the Visual Studio debugger to your code. Like when you’re trying to debug Sharepoint feature events (FeatureActivated, FeatureDeactivating, etc.)...
View ArticleA must have SharePoint Management Tool
I know I’m late to the game on this, but I thought I would share for others that are unaware.If you manage or develop against SharePoint you should look into SharePoint Manager 2010It’s a great tool...
View ArticleDeveloper Tip: Avoid random numerical constants
There always comes a time when we just need to use a single number or set of numbers in our code…. but please avoid typing something like: if (permissionID == 3){// do something}Instantly I thinking...
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