BBC Internal Server Error
I should have expected the BBC to have a great Internal Server Error page, and they didn’t disappoint. I don’t think I’ve ever seen it before, and I only did end up seeing it because I lost Internet connection just…
Using multi-select drop-down boxes as parameters in reports
One of the options for a parameter is for it to be multi-selection. This is very useful for some report scenarios, and transforms the normal combo-box into something much more like the Excel filter drop down (why isn't this a native .NET control yet!)
However, the format of the data returned by this drop-down can cause problems if you're trying to run SQL from it.
Microsoft Code Contracts
Since discovering Unit Tests and other checking code, such as Debug.Assert, I'm convinced this is the path to enlighenment in software development. These tools hold up a strong light in what can be a dark mad world of bug-hunting.
Laying NAnt build files out cleanly
When you're building your NAnt files, you want to have some separation between the different parts of the build process. Not only is this good for keeping things clean and clear, but it also means you can choose to run separate parts of the build process, should you wish to.
Auto-Building: Getting things done with NAnt
NAnt is like a big, automated toolbox of useful functions. It works by reading XML configuration files which tell it what to do.