Author Archives: Darren VanBuren

About Darren VanBuren

A self-described geek, web developer and food lover, who listens to classic rock, and plays games.

Robots and their construction

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Darren VanBuren

As you probably know, I’m in my high school’s robotics club. We participate in the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), a competition sponsored by FIRST, For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, which also holds lower level competitions. The “Build … Continue reading →

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As We Approach A Season Finale

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Darren VanBuren

Of course, we’re talking about the season finale of life itself. Although shows are hitting their mid-season finales, namely Stargate Universe being the most notable of series in my posse at the moment. This season, has been a great one, … Continue reading →

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Snow Fun Time!!

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Darren VanBuren

Here in the Puget Sound, we’re having a stormy winter. We’ve gotten about 6 inches of snow, and we’re remaining below freezing all day. My school district has cancelled school for today, and many students believe that we will not … Continue reading →

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Some Sort of Computer Science II Project

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Darren VanBuren

Apparently, as some sort of project, I’m required to report progress in a blog-type deal in my Computer Science II class. So that’s why you may see various posts. Yep. Have fun with that everyone.

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VMware ESXi

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Darren VanBuren

I recently installed VMware ESXi on my abandoned server, as it would not start any GNU/Linux distribution for some strange reason (during udev startup.) ESXi installed quick and set up easily. Set the password and configure the IP and I … Continue reading →

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The Great Sand Dunes of Colorado

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Darren VanBuren

More adventures are happening on my trip, as mentioned in my previous blog post. I went to the Great Sand Dunes of Colorado today, right after it rained, so the sand wouldn’t be thrown into the air. I also wrote … Continue reading →

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Salt Lake

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Darren VanBuren

Today, I waded in The Great Salt Lake here in Utah. The island, Antelope Island has a supposedly soft sand beach. NOT TRUE! Walking out to the actual beach is painful, and difficult to return from, as you’re walking up … Continue reading →

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The PT Cruiser is dead!

Posted on July 10, 2010 by Darren VanBuren

Yesterday, Chrysler had announced that they had ceased production of the PT Cruiser, or as many people like to call it, the PT Loser. The PT Cruiser was rather popular at its launch, however has steadily declined. The PT Cruiser … Continue reading →

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