64-bit Installer Issues

Recently, I encountered a problem where my 64-bit Windows Service installers were failing to correctly install (failing to install at all, to be fair..).  After a little digging around I found a post that detailed that, despite correct configuration Visual Studio builds the MSI incorrectly, causing execution to fail.

Email from "Barclays" Bank

I feel so much safer...

In recent years the situation out of control because of fraud on the Internet however we take care that every time our system to be improved on base.  I added extreme safety measures, so all our users are asked not to ignore this message, will help protect your information and also risk fraudulent chances are low. Please give us a few minutes of your time for better security. <removed link> Executive Director, Barclays Bank Plc.

Custom Shelves Pt2 - The Build

In part 1, I wrote of my plan to build a bespoke shelf unit to fit a specific space in my house, from sustainable material.  The whole design and source process spanned about 3 months (mostly due to lack of spare time after work) but on the 16th of December the wood arrived at my door and the project was ready to proceed.

This post also is a first - finally I manage to write a "promised" follow-up!