Neil Hopcroft

A digital misfit

Archive for August 2007

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glowing like the metal on the edge of a knife – good news for those praying for the end of time Paper boat Overreaction – good job the Nephilim aren’t touring in quite the way they were Goth Barbie Felt typewriter

Oooo, the anticipation. I’ve just boarded a flight to Stockholm. We’re due to take off in 10 minutes, so i’ve got a little time before i have to turn the phone off. Its always a bit crazy starting a new job, doubly so when its in a new country. More later. ETA: arrived Stockholm, awaiting […]

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Is it the lush interior? The sophisticated onboard computers? (280ZX) Fake sunroof DeLorean time travel after sale of flux capacitor on parts site Headless bus – take a break

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Lego pinball Sterling engine Stormtroopers “My laptop bag has scared TSA security personnel at several airports recently” Trayless mug carriage system Jubilee line now serving

I’m now available on SkypeIn at +44 20 8133 2634, which will be valid for the duration of my time in Stockholm.

I started last week with a couple of interviews lined up and finished it with two job offers, and a third arrived today. They were all software engineering roles: Raymarine in Portsmouth Qualcomm in Cambridge and Sony Ericsson in Stockholm These are all strong companies with fascinating technology within their particular niche of the market, […]