I saw this a long time back but every time I look at it, it reminds to make sure the friendlier error messages are on for any application. :) more

The SSMS Tools Pack is a “must have” for any developer who works with the SQL Server 2005 and above. I thank a lot Mladen for making this tool available. Go give it a try! http://www.ssmstoolspack. … more

I’m using TFS Power Tools (Oct 2008 release). The Visual Studio 2008 was working fine until I start getting this very annoying “Package Load Failure” error. I didn’t install/uninstall anything but … more

Given I have a finite reading time, it’s hard for me to read any technical book (300 pages and above) from the first page to the last. Most of the times, first 2-3 chapters give me enough to get … more

I installed the Windows 7 64bit on my home desktop two days ago and the system is running since then. Other than a HP LaserJet 1012 printer drivers problem and one BSOD, Windows 7 looks fine for Beta … more

Sometime you wonder why the machine is running slow after installing a bunch of programs even if you choose not to run them through Administrator Tools/Services. Look at the following location in … more

<RANT_BUYDOTCOM> I'm very surprised to notice that there's no (absolutely no) phone number listed for the customer service on the web site. How the hell am I supposed to "talk" to somebody … more

I came across the BumpTop almost a year ago and glad that I had subscribed for the future development news. The Beta is now available to download for XP/Vista. Let me summarize in a few words. It’s … more