Rob Rusher

The fear, uncertainty and doubt (FUD) is been slung around by profiteers like folding chairs at a WWE event. The haters are still being haters. Nothing new there. But now I see JavaScript companies’ desperate pleas for Flex developers to start using their HTML5 software. The con... (more)

Some tweeters use “Shock ‘n Awe” and others use humor (that’s humour for my Canadian friends.) OT: Should I call them “tweeters” or “twits”? Never mind, let’s talk about some of the things you can do to make the most of Twitter. Just like the subject line to an email, each tweet ... (more)

Let me start with the punch line: Adobe’s announcement only applies to browser-based applications that use domain memory IN COMBINATION WITH hardware accelerated Stage3D in Flash Player If you don’t know what these features are, this announcement does not effect you. Read the o... (more)

One of my presentations on Flex Localization with BabelFx was recorded at 360|Flex in 2011. Zaa.tv recorded a bunch of the sessions at this event and they have recently posted the videos for free. So if you missed 360|Flex, you will find several of the presentation (including min... (more)

I often get asked, “How did you get to where you are?” To which I respond, “Mediocrity?” The real answer… public speaking, community involvement, not sucking at what I do and genuinely enjoying my work. Now, I can’t help you with all these topics. But I can give you some advice ... (more)

For years the Adobe Flex SDK has been “open source.” And it was, kinda. But they had never opened it up to the community to help work on the project. Then last 360 Flex 2011 in Denver, Adobe announced that they’d support the Spoon project which would essentially spoon feed update... (more)

NOTE: I have several posts in draft that I’ll eventually get around to publishing, but this couldn’t wait for me to finish. Adobe’s recent announcement regarding the Flash Player plug-in for “mobile browsers” has caused quite a stir. Unfortunately, the intent of the communicatio... (more)

Just turned the laptop on for the first time in over a week. Didn't wear a watch for over a week. That is almost a vacation. # ... (more)

Yeah! Got my froyo update finally. Immediately installed #flashplayer # ... (more)

Wow, what a week! I was asked to speak at three conferences. I'd better get writing. # ... (more)

Flex 5 code-named Hero: http://bit.ly/aDoxMp # ... (more)

Just saw Jennifer Garner at #IAD # 15th on the upgrade list, 5 seats remaining. No upgrade for you! Still love the auto upgrades on @UnitedAirlines. Next time. # ... (more)

RT @danielwanja iPhone 4 cancellation fee is $325..so $150 more than before. So the 32Gb is really $624. # Look who's back! Got my notice from @flyclear. Really looking forward to no security lines. http://www.flyclear.com # Anyone try PushButton Profiler on Flex? http://pushbu... (more)

RT @agentK @mlabriola Now all we need is an OTA or at least official Android 2.2 on a significant number of devices # ... (more)

RT @mlabriola FlexUnit 4.1 beta 2 is now available http://bit.ly/c35s8a # ... (more)

#ORD causing all kinds of problems to my travel plans. typical summer in Chicago. #FAIL # ... (more)

RT @riacowboy Speaking tonight in Denver with @adamflater on Building Flex Applications with LiveCycle Mosaic: http://bit.ly/aq0w9O # ... (more)

Please RT if you agree @unitedairlines please stop charging standby fees, boarding customers earlier = better service & more on time custs. # ... (more)

USA vs England in Legos! Love it – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXo2nm2ODF0&feature=youtube_gdata # ... (more)

#iPad emulator written in AIR. Author is looking for a way to disable Flash to make it more realistic. Classic. http://bit.ly/bqzX6e # ... (more)