I have started working on my Masters thesis these days. It involves a lot of changes to the 2.6 O(1) scheduler and I am having a few (rather many) nightmares.The kernel has been compiled 140 times already and my laptop hard disk has to bear all the heat. I fear it shud not crash; its making all kinds of weird noises when i run my scheduler. It would be nice to have a simple way to try out changes in the kernel instead of a full recompile each time; any takers for this project?
My Windows XP machine too seems to be behaving oddly these days with crashes being the norm rather than the exception. It failed to detect a LAN connection and running 2 VM's (out of which 1 was doing fsck) on top of a meagre 1GB memory put the final nail in the coffin. I tried using Ubuntu (one of the freebies i got), and it failed to install wireless connection, so dumb of it.
As you can see, life is currently full of pain handling all different types of s/w and Operating systems. Wait for the launch of GodCatch-OS, thats what i say to pacify myself; after all thats what is every system programmer;s dream!!
Monday, January 30, 2006
Thursday, January 26, 2006
Happy Republic Day
Today, we celebrated the Indian Republic Day at Virginia Tech. The Indian Students Association had organized a flag hoisting ceremony. It felt great to sing the national anthem after a long time. The flag fluttered beautiful over the Tech winds..awesome sight to watch. It was good to see Indian students (grads and undergrads) coming in good numbers.. just shows how much everyone loves India and misses it. We also had a few Indian families who have settled in Blacksburg come for this event.
The event was followed a a speech by Dr.Dutta, who is involved with International Affairs at the University. I also enjoyed the coffee (which was needed badly due to the cold out here), and muffins.
This event was also the first to be organized by the new ISA members and they indeed did their HW well. it was well organized.. hats off to them! Hope we get to enjoy many more events under their tenure.
The event was followed a a speech by Dr.Dutta, who is involved with International Affairs at the University. I also enjoyed the coffee (which was needed badly due to the cold out here), and muffins.
This event was also the first to be organized by the new ISA members and they indeed did their HW well. it was well organized.. hats off to them! Hope we get to enjoy many more events under their tenure.
Saturday, January 21, 2006
Racket Ball
This weekend, I found time to play racket ball at War Memorial Hall, Virginia Tech for the first time . Its a game similar to squash. Me and Aseem teamed up versus Vikrant and Vivek. I played pretty well and in fact we defeated our opponents in 2/3 sets. I remembered the time when I used to play a home version of squash with Akki (my brother). I used to always corner him and the similar techniques could be applied in racket ball. I have always felt that I am pretty good in doubles tactics. We had a badminton tournament organized when I was in CalSoft and I had teamed up with George, our HR who is in his 60's. To my surprise, we gave a very tough fight to our opponents. I must admit that we lost that game, but putting up a good fight was important.
I plan to find time for racket ball at least once a week. Its a good exercise and teaches you team player skills like court coverage and co-ordination.
I plan to find time for racket ball at least once a week. Its a good exercise and teaches you team player skills like court coverage and co-ordination.
Friday, January 20, 2006
First week at Classes
The first week turned out pretty good. My body seems to be slowly adjusting to the new schedule, wakeup at 8am instead of 10, sleep at 12 midnight instead of 2am. The exercise routine is on its way too and I hope I will get time (if not, find time) to continue this.
Classes have been interesting too - meeting new Professors and discussing technology again..its fun u see! I am also actively trying to make some American friends in class - u see it helps to get a ride to Walmart!! Assignments dont seem to be pouring in as yet, but as they call it, its the silence b4 the storm!!
I have started my first attempt to learn Java, which seems decent upto this point. Surroundings have forced me to learn this, u see Survival of the fittest is the mantra in the Software industry and Java is surely HOT.
Time to cool off.
Classes have been interesting too - meeting new Professors and discussing technology again..its fun u see! I am also actively trying to make some American friends in class - u see it helps to get a ride to Walmart!! Assignments dont seem to be pouring in as yet, but as they call it, its the silence b4 the storm!!
I have started my first attempt to learn Java, which seems decent upto this point. Surroundings have forced me to learn this, u see Survival of the fittest is the mantra in the Software industry and Java is surely HOT.
Time to cool off.
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
Google AdSense
Guys, I just thought of earning some money based on my web presence (my website).
i have signed up for Google Adsense and included the code on my webpages. So now Google displays some relevant ads on my webpages and I earn few pennies for every click from my website.
Do take a look at http://filebox.vt.edu/users/adeodhar
Good to learn how Google might be earning its revenue and if luck has it, some might flow into my account!!
Plz remember to click at least one and donate generously to me!..
i have signed up for Google Adsense and included the code on my webpages. So now Google displays some relevant ads on my webpages and I earn few pennies for every click from my website.
Do take a look at http://filebox.vt.edu/users/adeodhar
Good to learn how Google might be earning its revenue and if luck has it, some might flow into my account!!
Plz remember to click at least one and donate generously to me!..
Sunday, January 15, 2006
On your mark, Get set, GO!
The Spring semester is about to begin in a couple of days.
You can imagine my situation after having a good 1 month break!
Classes have to be attended, assignments have to be done on time again, marks have to be earned CONSISTENTLY to keep up good grades. Its a lot of work for a kid like me. dont know how my tini little brain handles all that.
But once the semester begins, its really a lot of fun. The campus is all full with ... and a lot of activity all around. Occasional snowfall changes the landscape entirely and I love to play in the snow. Days start flying.. Monday and Friday seem to coalesce and Sat, Sun are spent doing projects with friends.. thats a lot of fun again. Life suddenly has meaning as against vacation where time literally has to be killed.
Hope i get time to blog during this semester.
You can imagine my situation after having a good 1 month break!
Classes have to be attended, assignments have to be done on time again, marks have to be earned CONSISTENTLY to keep up good grades. Its a lot of work for a kid like me. dont know how my tini little brain handles all that.
But once the semester begins, its really a lot of fun. The campus is all full with ... and a lot of activity all around. Occasional snowfall changes the landscape entirely and I love to play in the snow. Days start flying.. Monday and Friday seem to coalesce and Sat, Sun are spent doing projects with friends.. thats a lot of fun again. Life suddenly has meaning as against vacation where time literally has to be killed.
Hope i get time to blog during this semester.
Search is ON
Its the end of the 1st semester of my Masters program and an ideal time to look out for internships beginning in the Summer. Resumes have been sent across and now I keep waiting for interview calls. Hopefully, the mail box will be full soon with lot of opportunities. I really need to catch God for this!!
I would love to be in a position where I can choose where I want to go. My ideal location would be of course in the heart of Silicon Valley, California. The reason being simple - i would get to see another part of the US, especially the West coast. Besides, a software engineer's life is a waste if he doesnt go to Calif at least once in his career (thats what I feel sincerely, plz ignore if u disagree).
More on the progress as days pass!
I would love to be in a position where I can choose where I want to go. My ideal location would be of course in the heart of Silicon Valley, California. The reason being simple - i would get to see another part of the US, especially the West coast. Besides, a software engineer's life is a waste if he doesnt go to Calif at least once in his career (thats what I feel sincerely, plz ignore if u disagree).
More on the progress as days pass!
Friday, January 06, 2006
Houston Retreat
It was a perfect way to celebrate 5 months in US.. a gettogether of DYPCIans who had come for MS in Fall 2005.
We (I, Kary, Guddya) met at Vivek's place in Houston, Texas. Amit flew from Maryland, me from Florida and Gud from Kansas. It was one of the dreams come true - things which we had imagined before departure in India were finally taking shape.
The first day was marked by Munich , the new Spielberg movie we watched at AMC theatre. We later went Ice skating at the Galleria. Not to mention how many times I fell, i was falling more than skating - an utter shame for me. All others did pretty well especially Gud and Viv who picked up quite fast. But it was fun indeed.. hope to improve next time!
How can one miss NASA or shud i call it "nasha"? The Johnson space center was good and it gave an educational angle to this trip. Clicking photos was fun there. We also went on a Tram tour where we met (oh cant mention the name)....
It was interesting to watch Gud and Kary chat with her for minutes.. on all topics related to NASA ... dont know why they cudnt gather enuf courage for a photo session with her!
On the third day, we went to Hermen Brown Park.. again cant miss the snaps we took there thanks to Kary's ideas from DCH. The food at Souper Salad was delicioius..
I must mention the mehmaan navazi by Vivek and his parents - this trip wudnt be possible without it.
In all, a well planned and enjoyable vacation.
We (I, Kary, Guddya) met at Vivek's place in Houston, Texas. Amit flew from Maryland, me from Florida and Gud from Kansas. It was one of the dreams come true - things which we had imagined before departure in India were finally taking shape.
The first day was marked by Munich , the new Spielberg movie we watched at AMC theatre. We later went Ice skating at the Galleria. Not to mention how many times I fell, i was falling more than skating - an utter shame for me. All others did pretty well especially Gud and Viv who picked up quite fast. But it was fun indeed.. hope to improve next time!
How can one miss NASA or shud i call it "nasha"? The Johnson space center was good and it gave an educational angle to this trip. Clicking photos was fun there. We also went on a Tram tour where we met (oh cant mention the name)....
It was interesting to watch Gud and Kary chat with her for minutes.. on all topics related to NASA ... dont know why they cudnt gather enuf courage for a photo session with her!
On the third day, we went to Hermen Brown Park.. again cant miss the snaps we took there thanks to Kary's ideas from DCH. The food at Souper Salad was delicioius..
I must mention the mehmaan navazi by Vivek and his parents - this trip wudnt be possible without it.
In all, a well planned and enjoyable vacation.
Tuesday, January 03, 2006
Florida trip
I'll talk today about my Florida trip.
Plans started early December when i could see that I had a whole month ahead with not much to do after my exams.
Internet has made things very easy indeed. Just chatted with my friend Sachin in Gainesville who was excited about it. Tickets were booked via Orbitz too.
We rented a car in Gainseville and set off with 2 other friends for Orlando, Florida. Hotel bookings had been done via online bidding for Courtyard Marriott near Orlando Airport.
We visited the 2 theme parks - Universal Studios and Universal Studios - Islands of Adventure.
It was amazing. the rides made us really crazy especially the Hulk, Mummy and the Duelling dragons.
We then drove to St.Pete, one of the beaches in Tampa, Florida. The waters were really cold. It was good to visit a beach in US, my first one indeed. Besides, it was Gulf of Mexico alike the oceans seen in India. I really enjoyed a mile long walk on the beach.
We came back fully refreshed for tackling the coming Spring semester.
Plans started early December when i could see that I had a whole month ahead with not much to do after my exams.
Internet has made things very easy indeed. Just chatted with my friend Sachin in Gainesville who was excited about it. Tickets were booked via Orbitz too.
We rented a car in Gainseville and set off with 2 other friends for Orlando, Florida. Hotel bookings had been done via online bidding for Courtyard Marriott near Orlando Airport.
We visited the 2 theme parks - Universal Studios and Universal Studios - Islands of Adventure.
It was amazing. the rides made us really crazy especially the Hulk, Mummy and the Duelling dragons.
We then drove to St.Pete, one of the beaches in Tampa, Florida. The waters were really cold. It was good to visit a beach in US, my first one indeed. Besides, it was Gulf of Mexico alike the oceans seen in India. I really enjoyed a mile long walk on the beach.
We came back fully refreshed for tackling the coming Spring semester.
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