Challenges and Payoffs of running a Tech Business in NY

Another great event happening in New York on April 14th is the monthly meeting of the New York Software Industry Association. This month's topic is "Running a Tech Business in NY: Challenges and Payoffs." There is no cost to attend but you must pre-register.

Golf with Scott McNealy?

Today, I missed on an awesome opportunity: to play golf later this month with Scott McNealy. Scott held the title of 'best golfer among top executives' for eight straight years.

I was made the offer to play golf today at our weekly manager's meeting. Why will I miss it? Because I will be in California, speaking at the MySQL Conference.

There are several Sun related interesting events happening in New York during the time I will be in California for the MySQL conference. This would have been a great chance for me to mingle with the top executives and talent at Sun.

I feel sad for missing this opportunity but very excited as the conference time comes closer and closer. Can't wait to see old friends and make new ones.

New York MySQL Meetup

Yesterday night, I presented "Scaling InnoDB for Fotolog" at the New York MySQL Meetup. Judging from the number of questions, and how many people stayed after the presentation was over, I can say that it was a success.

I was very excited when I saw Partha Dutta (of Right Media) enter the room. Had really good chat with folks from New York Times.

Later, Kerry Ancheta, Partha, Michelle and I went to Les Halles. I had "cotes d'Agneau grillees au Romarin", which was really yummy.

A big thanks to Marc Simony of Logic Works for inviting me to speak and for sponsoring the event.