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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7825827152859964782011-12-22T04:04:37.860-08:00trevorparscalA collection of <a href="http://www.trevorparscal.com">my</a> illustrated theories, some more plausible than others. <br> <small>New theories every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.</small>Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comBlogger421100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-57705109977268734372011-11-04T00:00:00.000-07:002011-11-07T00:16:11.182-08:00JavaScript Array Iteration

Theory: In JavaScript, execution time and file size are mutually exclusive optimization techniques.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-1842935964055832242011-11-02T00:00:00.000-07:002011-11-02T20:48:08.206-07:00Occupy Wall Street

Theory: OWS protesters are only as hard-core as their camping gear.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-2430681935122216212011-10-31T00:00:00.000-07:002011-11-02T19:47:52.539-07:00Unit Test

Theory: The dream of the 90s is only alive in Portland[1].

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-33381669841074290822011-10-28T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-31T09:34:50.806-07:00Distance Calculation

Theory: The dream of the 90s is alive in Portland [1].

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-18703409288540918812011-10-26T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-26T07:19:33.779-07:00Process of Going Public

Theory: New ideas are first accepted to be self-evident, then ridiculed, then violently opposed.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-36133831129453613222011-10-24T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-26T06:30:14.665-07:00Popularity of Now and Later Flavors

Theory: The more Blue Radberry Now and Laters you eat, the less you will like them. This data may look familiar if you follow US presidential politics.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-41973362326265209102011-10-14T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-14T03:08:18.175-07:00Value of 35mm Film

Theory: As digital cameras become more ubiquitous, photographs become less valuable.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-33242516636680352962011-10-12T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-14T03:00:47.600-07:00Staff Development Meetings

Theory: Staff development facilitators are effective on accident.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-85188377733898029832011-10-10T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-10T00:00:04.493-07:00Time Spent with IDEs

Theory: Just because Eclipse is popular, doesn't mean its users are happy.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-53294403523434284792011-10-07T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-07T02:20:44.016-07:00Conversation Topics

Theory: The stronger you feel about someone, the more likely you are to discuss politics with them.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-86070839875445435352011-10-05T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-05T10:06:48.441-07:00Obtaining Food

Theory: The average instant-noodles styrofoam cup has equal nutritional value and greater flavor than it's contents.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-41672443522069707962011-10-03T09:25:00.000-07:002011-10-03T09:25:31.097-07:00Punk Bands

Theory: Punk is as much about music as it is about not being too popular.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-64110103989591932352011-09-30T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-30T10:05:28.085-07:00Dinner Parties

Theory: Nothing motivates you to reconsider the cleanliness of your home like having guests over for dinner.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-48500248073129477692011-09-28T00:00:00.000-07:002011-10-23T23:42:23.146-07:00Test Driven Development

Theory: Unit tests are like birth control, ineffective either when not used properly or when not used at all.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-56606979878467691402011-09-26T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-26T00:00:01.459-07:00Resume Contents

Theory: The word "resumé" actually means "lies" in French.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-58386640625131593012011-09-23T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-23T10:19:08.760-07:00Wrinkles in Clothing

Theory: The only way to avoid ironing is to hang up or begin wearing clothes fresh out of the dryer.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-78893189005257003662011-09-21T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-21T08:17:07.651-07:00Browser Releases

Theory: Chrome will use triple-digit version numbers before Internet Explorer uses double-digit ones.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-1006310789587833292011-09-19T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-19T01:46:32.602-07:00Memorability of Music

Theory: If Mentos' freshness lasted as long as their jingle stuck in your head then the world would have far better breath.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-62852532711295766102011-09-16T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-16T01:37:17.463-07:00Good Platform Video Games

Theory: Most platform video games are rubbish.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-87100484745614826642011-09-14T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-14T11:18:23.894-07:00Perception of Recency of Events

Theory: History books are out of date before they are even printed.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-80581842851328457822011-09-12T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-12T08:19:25.722-07:00FM Radio Stations

Theory: FM radio is actually a mind control protocol.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-26316346167330983282011-09-09T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-22T19:29:25.501-07:00Addictive Health Food

Theory: If health food was addictive, Americans would be less overweight.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-85074539802391883962011-09-07T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T15:16:40.074-07:00Sharpness vs. Safety

Theory: The less sharp a handheld cutting device is, the more dangerous it is to use.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-3854886794188120352011-09-05T02:32:00.000-07:002011-12-22T04:04:37.868-08:00Comfort vs. Temperature

Theory: It's easier to stay warm in cold weather than it is to stay cool in hot weather. (and that's why I love living in San Francisco)

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-89705585131109502942011-09-02T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:08:49.801-07:00Automobile Priorities

Theory: Parenthood tends to make people more practical, until the kids leave home, at which point all bets are off.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-54369889172723446702011-08-31T02:30:00.000-07:002011-09-25T20:44:21.090-07:00Problem Solving Strategies

Theory: If you are offended by this chart, you are a troll.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-12179592038748400842011-08-29T01:57:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:08:03.319-07:00Exercise Level

Theory: Fixed-gear bikes are good for your health.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-11411816660577445552011-08-26T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:07:39.988-07:00Vehicle Size vs. Sensation of Speed

Theory: Small things that feel fast deliver more enjoyment at a lower cost than large things that are fast.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-57042758612802720932011-08-24T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:07:09.217-07:00Good User Interface Designers

Theory: Good user interface design requires an even balance of engineering, art and people skills.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-74833289458181006482011-08-22T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:06:47.361-07:00NES Gameplay Dynamics

Theory: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for the Nintendo Entertainment System is the most difficult video game ever made.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-84910366938816007552011-08-19T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:06:29.563-07:00Risks and Rewards of Restaurant Offerings

Theory: The fancier a Vietnamese restaurant looks inside, the worse the food will be; ideal establishments will feature worn-out low-quality furniture, horrible lighting, and numerically indexed menus.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-29667290044821610272011-08-17T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:06:07.175-07:00Elevator User Interface

Theory: Pressing the close door button on an elevator control panel does not affect the time it takes for the door to close.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-75102081674574570372011-08-15T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:05:46.648-07:00Geography Knowledge vs. Population Density

Theory: The average resident of San Francisco has stepped foot in a greater number of foreign counties than neighboring cities.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-55046882416394389162011-08-12T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:05:22.782-07:00Lifecycle of Eating Salad for Lunch

Theory: Everything tastes better with meat and cheese.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-2962073242785548532011-08-10T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:04:28.098-07:00Productivity vs. Time Consumption

Theory: Using social networking web sites is the opposite of having sex. (and that's why I am digitally abstinent)

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-30270439348572680022011-08-08T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:03:02.013-07:00Adoption Rate of Web Standards

Theory: By the time Microsoft Internet Explorer supports CSS3, Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox will already support the W3C Teleportation API.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-34202814048269076852011-08-05T08:48:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:02:19.504-07:00Reasons to Start Using Linux

Theory: Linux is the future, resistance is futile.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-58323205878478567772011-08-03T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:02:02.194-07:00Excuses for Not Using Linux

Theory: Linux is so bleeding-edge it doesn't even work yet.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-62850129241018912162011-08-01T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T02:00:57.576-07:00Periodic Table of Browsers

Theory: If Microsoft Internet Explorer was never invented, I wouldn't have walked to work, I would have ridden a hoverboard.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-38075291097536178022011-07-29T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T01:58:39.488-07:00Computation vs. Engineering Efficiency

Theory: JavaScript is the best programming language in the world.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-2194367821142258402011-07-27T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T01:58:00.994-07:00Microsoft Internet Explorer JavaScript Engine

Theory: Internet Explorer's JavaScript engine is haunted.

Trevor Parscalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11408570595303551652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-782582715285996478.post-36829574532058712042011-07-25T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-07T01:57:36.313-07:00Rich Text Editing Systems on the Web

Theory: HTML content-editable is deceptive and evil.

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