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Kaleidoscope World


So many faces, so many races
Different voices, different choices
Some are mad, while others laugh
Some live alone with no better half
Others grieve while others curse
And others mourn behind a big black hearse
Some are pure and some half-bred
Some are sober and some are wasted
Some are rich because of fate and
Some are poor with no food on their plate
Some stand out while others blend
Some are fat and stout while some are thin
Some are friends and some are foes
Some have some while some have most

Every color and every hue
Is represented by me and you
Take a slide in the slope
Take a look in the kaleidoscope
Spinnin' round, make it twirl
In this kaleidoscope world

Some are great and some are few
Others lie while some tell the truth
Some say poems and some do sing
Others sing through their guitar strings
Some know it all while some act dumb
Let the bassline strum to the bang of the drum
Some can swim while some will sink
And some will find their minds and think
Others walk while others run
You can't talk peace and have a gun
Some are hurt and start to cry
Don't ask me how don't ask me why
Some are friends and some are foes
Some have some while some have most

Every color and every hue
Is represented by me and you
Take a slide in the slope
Take a look in the kaleidoscope
Spinnin' round, make it twirl
In this kaleidoscope world

Tim Cone is B-MEG's new head coach

Success comes in all shapes and sizes. But for the B-MEG Llamados, it might just come in the shape of a triangle.

Tim Cone was at the B-MEG Llamados practice Wednesday and was introduced as the new head coach. He will tap former Alaska players Johnny Abarrientos and Jeffrey Cariaso as assistant coaches. The two new assistant coaches will be joined by current assistant coach Koy Banal.

Former acting head coach Richard del Rosario, who confirmed the news to GMA News Online, will slide back to the other assistant coaching spot. Del Rosario, who is the current coach of the College of St. Benilde Blazers in the NCAA and the PC Gilmore Wizards in the PBA D-League, replaced Jorge Gallent as the Llamados' acting head coach two weeks ago.

Gallent will now head over to either of the two San Miguel Corporation (SMC) teams (Ginebra or Petron), while assistant coach Art dela Cruz will move to Ginebra.

Cone found a new home within the SMC group in the PBA just two weeks after leaving the Alaska Aces. His acceptance of the head coaching job with the Llamados means that the team will now be adopting the triangle offense that he popularized in the country.

The American has started to direct practice for the Llamados Wednesday. To catch up, Cone has the team practicing twice a day in preparation for the All Filipino Cup.

The triangle offense yielded championships for teams like the Chicago Bulls and the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA through coach Phil Jackson and assistant coach Tex Winter, who learned it as a player for the University of Southern California Trojans coach Sam Barry.

In the Philippines, Cone used the triangle offense with the Alaska Aces, which resulted to 13 titles and a grand slam in 1996. — JVP/OMG, GMA News

My Curriculum Vitae

FROILAN C. BENITO

#6 Margarita St. Lakeview Homes Putatan, Muntinlupa City 1772

Contact No. 09267115147

Email: dhetroz@yahoo.com \ dhetroz@gmail.com

QUALIFICATIONS

Ø Three years of professional experience in developing applications using Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 and Visual Basic .NET.

Ø Six years of professional experience in developing applications using Java.

Ø Able to develop applications that work with Oracle 9i, Oracle 10g, Oracle 11g, MySQL, Postgre SQL and SQL Server 2000 as their back-end database systems.

Ø Gained exposures in developing web applications using Java technologies such as Java Server Pages, Freemarker, Velocity, Servlets, Filters, EJB, EJB 3, J2EE, JSTL, Google Guice, JBOSS RESTEasy.

Ø Used Opensymphony's Webwork technology, an industry-known MVC Web Framework for Java.

Ø Worked with different application servers for Java such as Apache Tomcat, Pramati Server, Resin and Sun Java Application Server, Weblogic and JBOSS.

Ø Has a basic skill in using Object Relational Mapping Framework such as JPA Hibernate and Struts.

Ø Knowledgeable in Object-Oriented Analysis and Design and utilized Unified Modeling Language (UML) as the design tool.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Ø Senior Applications Developer/Systems Developer III -

Amdatex Las Piñas Services, Inc., Las Piñas City

·    Developed in-house computer applications that automate specific business processes.

·    Became lead programmer in developing the company's pioneering project for an external client.

·    Consulted with clients to analyze and understand functions to be automated, client needs, objectives, desired features, and input and output requirements.

·    Provided technical assistance by responding to inquiries regarding errors problems, or questions with the program.

·    Trained end users or technical support staff to use developed applications.

·    Stayed in the company for the span of almost two years. (Feb 2009 – Present)

Ø Applications Developer -

Amdatex Las Piñas Services, Inc., Las Piñas City

·      Developed in-house computer applications that automate specific business processes.

·      Became lead programmer in developing the company's pioneering project for an external client.

·      Consulted with clients to analyze and understand functions to be automated, client needs, objectives, desired features, and input and output requirements.

·      Provided technical assistance by responding to inquiries regarding errors problems, or questions with the program.

·      Trained end users or technical support staff to use developed applications.

·      Stayed in the company for the span of almost two years. (Feb 2005 – Feb 2009)

Ø Researcher/Encoder

        ADEC Solutions, Las Piñas City

·      Responsible for analyzing, researching data and legal documents like mortgages, deeds and etc.

·      Stayed in the company for the span of three months. (July 2004 – Feb 2005)

Ø Technician

        LEVEL 3 Computer Rentals, Muntinlupa City

·      Responsible for analyzing healthcare documents of US-based clients before inputting it into the company’s system.

·      Stayed in the company for the span of three months. (Oct  2002 – Jul 2003)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ø Applications Developer/Senior Applications Developer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES     

Regular Recurring

1.    Converts project specifications and statements of problems and procedures to create or modify software

2.    Translates algorithms and technical specifications into computer source-code

3.    Analyzes specifications, applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic

4.    Utilizes any development environment to edit, compile, debug and build software that is suited for the project

5.    Researches/Evaluates software or hardware that may assist in development or may be used as program platforms

6.    Adhere to programming standards and format

7.    Complies with the Employee Code of Discipline, the policies on QMS, ISMS, and other duties and responsibilities prescribed for all AMDATEX employees.

8.    Reports security incidents and / or any identified security weaknesses. Performs other tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

 Project Responsibilities

  1. Inception

2. Planning

§  Works closely with the development team supervisor in the gathering, organization, and analysis of the requirements

§  Researches on technologies and approaches critical to the system's architecture

§  Discusses suggestions, recommendations, or improvements to the Development Team Supervisor or Project Management

3. Design

§  Consults functionality details with the Development Team Supervisor which is needed to design and prototype the system

§  Converts the requirements into an architecture and design that will become the blueprint for the solution being created

§  Chooses the methodologies and techniques that will be used by to solve specific problems

§  Responsible for enumerating and understanding the details so that potential issues may be identified at once and may suggest opportunities for improvement

§  Coordinates with the development team supervisor and the Database Administrator for the database design

§  Prepares a prototype or story board of the system for client's approval

§  Prepares system design specification document based on the approved system requirement specification. Coordinates with the Development Team Supervisor in the preparation on the project's development schedule

4. Development

§  Translates algorithms and technical specifications into code that can be executed on a computer system

§  Runs unit tests to find errors and to confirm if program meets specifications

§  Commit source-code to the file repository

§  Perform code walkthroughs in order to understand/evaluate how the code works in the system, thereby ensuring its quality. This will also serve as an opportunity to help coach/ train, and mentor budding developers in ways of thinking about the code more deeply and more thoroughly.

§  Writes and maintains documentation to describe the written program (e.g. Technical Design & Installation Documentation)

§  Analyzes codes to find causes of errors and revises programs

5. Testing (Alpha/Beta)

§  Trains QC team how to use the program

6. Transition

§  Prepare the Technical Design Documentation of each project. Provides technical assistance by responding to inquiries/questions, or errors/problems within the program     

SKILLS

Skill	Years of Experience	Proficiency
Computer Literate	>5	Intermediate
Java/J2EE/EJB	>5	Intermediate
Apache Tomcat	>5	Intermediate
SQL Server/MySQL/Oracle	>5	Intermediate
Spring/WebWork/Freemarker	>5	Intermediate
HTML/CSS/PHP/JSP	>5	Intermediate
VB.NET/VB6/C#	5	Intermediate
Javascript/AJAX/DOJO/EXTJS	5	Intermediate
JBoss/Weblogic	2	Beginner
DHTMLX/XML	1	Beginner

Operating System:

Knowledge in MS DOS, Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP/7, Linux OS

Software Application: MS Word, Ms Excel, Ms Access, Ms PowerPoint, Animagic, Print Artist, Adobe PhotoShop, Paintbrush, FrontPage Express, Basic in Macromedia Flash 5, Ulead Video Studio, 3DEffects, SwishmaxProgramming Languages: VB.Net, Ms Visual Basic 6.0, Visual Basic Database, Html, SQL, Basic in Visual FoxPro, Basic in Visual C++, Turbo Pascal, Turbo C, Java, J2EE, C#

Java Technologies:

JSP, Javascript, EJB and EJB 3, Webworks, Spring Frameworks, AJAX, JPA Hibernate, Google Guice, JBOSS RESTEasy and Struts.

Third Party Applications:

Savvion Business Process Management

Web Application Server:

Pramati, Apache Tomcat, Weblogic, JBOSS; WAMP, XAMP, AppServ

Database:

Oracle, SQL Server, Postgre SQL, MySql

Hardware and Software Troubleshooting, Assembling Computers, Installing OS and

Software Application, Basic Networking, Network Layout

TRAININGS/SEMINAR

Ø Introduction to Sharepoint 2010 Administration and Programming (February 23-24, 2011)

           AMDATEX Las Piñas Services Inc.

Ø Basic Customer Service (December 21-22, 2010)

           AMDATEX Las Piñas Services Inc.           

Ø Basic PHP Training(April 28 – May 4, 2009)

           AMDATEX Las Piñas Services Inc.

Ø Savvion Business Management Training(May 26-31, 2008)

           AMDATEX Las Piñas Services Inc.

Ø Java Boot Camp(July 2006-August 2006)

           AMDATEX Las Piñas Services Inc.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Ø Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (1999-2004) – Under Graduate

     Asian College of Science and Technology-ACSAT Alabang

Ø Associate in Computer Science (1999-2001)

     Asian College of Science and Technology-ACSAT Alabang                       

Safety Tips - River Safety

Water for us is LIFE, But it can also be our worst unforgiving Element. - YABAG MC 2009

Safety Tips - River Safety
Rivers are one of the greatest hazards in the Outdoors. Errors of judgment often have serious consequences. Before you or your party attempt to cross a river, there are questions you need to ask.
1.Should we cross?
If in doubt, stay out.
2Where do we cross?
The choice of the safest place to cross is vital. Try to view the river from a high bank. You may be able to see gravel spits or sandbanks just below the surface and get some idea of the depth and position of channels.
3.How do we cross?
Use mutual support methods. The more people in the party, the more strength there is for crossing and for supporting anyone who slips or falls. All river-crossing methods have their advantages and disadvantages and, in difficult conditions, no method is absolutely safe.

River crossings can be deceptively hazardous. Even a very shallow swiftly flowing body of water can pack enough force to 'skittle' the unwary. If you cannot walk at the speed of a stick thrown into the river, or if the river is swift and above knee height, then it could be hazardous to cross. If a river is in flood then wait for it to subside.If in doubt as to whether a river is safe to cross, then find an alternative route.

Photo courtesy of YABAG MC

Here are some methods for water crossings...

Crossing Alone
1. If possible, view the river from above to identify the shallowest point and smoothest area of river bed possible, avoiding submerged snags, boulders etc. Do not attempt a crossing if large pieces of debris (logs, branches, etc.) are being carried downstream.

2. Keep your boots on. Wet boots are preferable to damaged ankles or feet. Do not cross wearing long pants, these will increase resistance to the current. Release the waist and chest strap on your pack before crossing - this way you will be able to free yourself quickly if you lose your footing or find yourself in a position where your pack is snagged and holding you down. It's also well to remember that your pack has a certain amount of buoyancy and can serve as a flotation device if necessary.

3. Generally, the safest area to cross will be either a shallower braided section or a straight section between bends in a river. If you imagine the river in the shape of the letter 'S' then the safest area to cross will be the middle of the 'S' between the bends. That way, if you should lose your footing, hopefully the current will carry you into the bank on one of the bends. Realize though, that water can be deeper and swifter at bend sections, so always look for the best 'run off' section of a river that will carry you to a safe point and not into danger if you lose your footing.

4. Use a strong pole or stick about five or six feet in length as support, placing it on your upstream side so that the current forces it into the bottom. Always keep two points of contact on the river bed at all times and cross diagonally downstream, resisting the current much like you would a strong wind. Take shuffling footsteps, feeling for the bottom. Try not to look down at the flowing water as this may upset your equilibrium, look ahead for the best possible route. Resist the temptation to grab at submerged or semi submerged rocks in transit, as this may upset your balance.

Crossing in a party
1. Members of the party stand in line abreast, each placing their hands behind the back of the person on either side of them and grasping the lower part of that persons pack shoulder strap. (or clothing if no pack is worn) This will 'interlock' the party. If a pack does not have a quick release buckle on the hip belt, then the hip belt should be left undone and clothing grasped instead.

2. Enter the water parallel to the current, with the strongest member of the party in the upstream position, this will break the flow for the others. Move with the upstream person just slightly ahead of the next person downstream and so on down the line. If a member of the party should break away during the crossing, the remaining members should maintain formation and either back out, or complete the crossing before attempting a rescue if necessary.

Crossing in groups of three
Another crossing method is the 'Triangle' crossing. Three members enter the water in the shape of a triangle with each member facing inwards, arms linked and each grasping the person to either side of them. The heaviest person should
be at the point of the triangle that directly faces the water flow and is on the downstream side
of the triangle. In turn, each member moves one step at a time, supported by the other two.

With any crossing, ensure that important items are stowed in waterproof areas of your pack. (Plastic rubbish bags make good pack liners)If you lose your footing and are carried away, release your pack but hold onto it. Float with your head upstream, this will allow you to fend off from any obstacles with your feet. Using a rope to assist in crossing is not generally a good idea and could be hazardous unless it is anchored correctly and a proper technique used. Ropes can hold people under the water, entangling the person crossing and preventing their ability to swim. They can also become snagged on the river bed or to a rock, pinning the person in the river. A rope may also end up pulling someone from the bank into the river. Remember, flowing water is deceptively strong. Do not view river crossings lightly.

Method for gauging the width of a river (or gorge)
1. Sight a point 'A' on the opposite bank.
2. Place a marker 'B' into the bank directly opposite.
3. Walk at right angles for a known number of paces and then place another marker 'C'
4. Continue for another equal number of paces and then place another marker 'D'
5. Turn at right angles away from the river and marker 'D' and keep moving back until your second marker 'C' and the point 'A' on the other side of the river are in line. The distance from here back to 'D' will give a good approximation of the width of the river/gorge.

Knowing when to cross a river is not a black and white decision, it’s about good judgement. learn how to anticipate what might go wrong and therefore recognize and avoid potential problems.
YABAG 2009

Climbers Responsibilities

Source: Sir Fillman Mapalad of LUCP(Let's Unite all the Climbers in the Philippines)

There are so many etiquette that should be follow, manners that would help us become more responsible and efficient in everyday that we do. I will share this to all of those who are into outdoor activities or adventure, an etiquette that help us become a more responsible individual.

1. If there is an established trail, walk in a single line and avoid creating new trails. Widening of such and formation of new ones can damage the soil and kill the plants crossing the paths of hikers.

2. Do not take anything from the forests as souvenir. If each climber would bring home one souvenir, the future climbers may be left with nothing but ugly remains of a once-beautiful place.

3. Avoid disturbing wildlife. Many species of animals become stressed due to disturbance by man.

4.vNever leave garbage along the trail or at the campsite. Oftentimes, the local communities do not have well-managed waste disposals, so it will be better to bring the garbage to the cities for proper disposal.

5. For human waste, each climber can dig his own “toilet”, about six inches deep, and cover it with soil afterwards. Common latrines are proven to be bad because the soil cannot break down concentrated amounts of waste in reasonable time; it would be much better to bring along waste treatment gear to bring down the wastes back to the cities for proper disposal.

6. Bring along camping equipment like stoves to minimize the use of forest materials (like wood for cooking). In some cases, the only resources available are almost irreplaceable.

7. Do not bathe or wash dishes along rivers. The people downstream may be using the water for drinking purposes. Do the washing or bathing about twenty feet (make that 100 ft.) from the river bank. A more acceptable bathing practice is to do it without using soap.

8. Before traveling to a foreign culture or to an isolated village, it is best to learn the locals’ culture to avoid embarrassing situations, both to the visitors and to the hosts.

9. Be sensitive to the values of the local people. Tourists may bring culture shock to the villagers and may alter the basic values of the population.

10. Abandon the old practice of digging trenches at the side of tents of campsites. Doing this leaves permanent damage to the environment.

11. Do not buy souvenir items made from rare animal or plant species or questionable sources.

12. Find out the maximum capacity of the trekking area before going to prevent over-crowding and to minimize the impacts on the environment.

13. Always register with the municipal or barangay (village) or park office or leave the names and number of the trekkers to any local official at the jump-off point. Tell them the date the group is expected to return so that emergency measures can be adopted the soonest possible time in case of accident.

14. Avoid giving money or token candies to the children in areas visited. The practice will ultimately affect the local children’s set of values and condition them that each hiker is a source of easy money.

15. Make sure that health measures are taken into account in order to avoid disease transfer between the visitors and the locals.

16. If no one is familiar with the destination, always hire a guide. It saves time and lessens the probability of accidents.

17. DINAGDAG KO LANG PO ITO NUMBER 17 ... IPASA SA IBA ANG KAALAMANG ITO AT GAWING GABAY BAGO AT TUWING MAMUMUNDOK =)

A Perfect Gift From GOD...

Time is moving slowly, 
The day is almost here.

The anxiety and joy is building up, 
For my baby will soon appear.

I can't wait to see your smiling face, 
And hold your ..........