Misty-Stix http://www.misty-stix.com The Clouded Vision Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:51:38 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 4-day Escapade http://www.misty-stix.com/4-day-escapade/ http://www.misty-stix.com/4-day-escapade/#comments Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:51:38 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=771 Granted a 4-day long-weekend, I decided to go and visit my bro at Binmaley, Pangasinan. Look at the shots that I got!

All work no play? well, just don’t forget to stretch your legs once in a while..

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/4-day-escapade/feed/ 0 How To Tell When Someone Is Lying http://www.misty-stix.com/how-to-tell-when-someone-is-lying/ http://www.misty-stix.com/how-to-tell-when-someone-is-lying/#comments Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:53:27 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=766 More of this rant →]]> To know how to tell when someone is lying, it helps to first look at the three basic types of lies. These are lies of omission, commission, and embellishment. What follows is a short description/definition of each, and some ways to detect each kind of lying.

Lying By Omission
A lie of omission is when a person fails to include the relevant facts that the listener reasonably expects to be included in an answer. For example, a woman says to her boyfriend, “I thought you went to a show, not to the bar.” He answers, “I did go to the show. Here are the ticket stubs,” but he leaves out the fact that he went to the bar after the show.

The simplest way to catch this kind of lying is to ask the most relevant questions directly. In the above example, the woman could ask, “Did you go to the bar at all tonight?” Many people are willing to avoid the truth, but not willing to lie outright, at least not in every case. Force them to make a choice and they may just tell the truth.

Lying By Embellishment
Lying by embellishment means exaggerating or changing the details. For example, a woman says, “I spent eight hours working on that project,” when she wasn’t actually working for most of that time. It includes exaggerating one’s role in something, as when a man says, “Andy and I have this great little business,” when in fact he is just an employee.

If you suspect this type of lying, the first thing to do is to get specific. Using the examples above, you might ask, “What exactly did you do for those eight hours?” or in the second case, “Do you actually own the business?” Of course, you can also go to other people or get other information to verify or contradict what was said.

Lying By Commission
A lie by commission is an entirely false statement. For example, a child says, “I didn’t break the car window,” even though he did. It can also involve transferring blame to others; “Andy must have broken it.” It may also include improperly taking credit, as when a man says, “Do you like my idea?” about an idea that wasn’t his.

By its nature, lying of this kind is harder to detect, because the speaker is obviously willing to lie outright. He may even be good at telling lies, depending on how much practice he has had. There are many “indicators” to watch for, though, and other ways to tell when someone is lying, including dozens of traps that can catch lying of this sort.

Some of the classic indicators of lying have to do with the eyes. “Shifty eyes, or the speaker looking away from you are thought to mean he is lying. Some will tell you these are myths that have been debunked by science. Neither moving the eyes nor avoiding eye contact indicates that what the person is saying is more likely to be a lie, the research shows. But the research is flawed. It relies on laboratory settings in which people are instructed to lie, and looks for universal indicators, rather than those specific to the individual.

Aldert Vrij of the University of Portsmouth in England, sought to correct this deficiency in the research by looking at real-life police interrogation videos. His idea on how to tell when someone is lying was to concentrate on cases where the true facts were later determined. He found that there were fairly reliable clues to whether a person is lying, but that these are individual, not universal.

For example, one woman might consistently avert her gaze when lying, while another might have greater eye-contact when lying. Most research wasn’t testing for these individual factors, so the results seem to indicate that lie-detecting wasn’t viable. But we CAN take into account individual habits and patterns of behavior.

Use what you know or can determine about the individual. Does he normally avoid eye contact? Have you seen him do this before when he was lying? Of course, avoiding eye contact or moving one’s eyes could be a general sign of guilt, so be careful before assuming that it means a dishonest response to a particular question. The person may just feel guilty about something related. In other words, to tell if someone is lying, start by learning a little about the person.

I hope these tips will help make the truth a little more transparent.

(original article: link)

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/how-to-tell-when-someone-is-lying/feed/ 0 Doctrine ORM 1.2.4 in Fuel PHP 1.1 http://www.misty-stix.com/doctrine-orm-1-2-4-in-fuel-php-1-1/ http://www.misty-stix.com/doctrine-orm-1-2-4-in-fuel-php-1-1/#comments Sat, 25 Feb 2012 07:26:21 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=741 More of this rant →]]>

Today, I decided to make an attempt to dive into a new framework and implement my favorite ORM framework, Doctrine. As you can see, I’ve been spoiled really hard by Doctrine and I’ve perhaps reached a point in my career where it could be best to use it to hasten the development process and of course, one of its key points of being a powerful ORM framework.

The first thing you need to do is make fuelPHP work on your box. Once ready, download Doctrine 1.2.4 here: http://www.doctrine-project.org/downloads/Doctrine-1.2.4.tgz

On a default fuelPHP installation, extract the doctrine source files into [www]/fuel/packages. You should see something similar:

Create the bootstrap file “bootstrap.php” and it should be placed in the [www]/fuel/packages/doctrine/ folder:

file: [www]/fuel/packages/doctrine/bootstrap.php

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require_once(dirname(__FILE__) . '/Doctrine.php');

spl_autoload_register(array('Doctrine', 'autoload'));
spl_autoload_register(array('Doctrine_Core', 'modelsAutoload'));

$manager = Doctrine_Manager::getInstance();
$manager->setAttribute(Doctrine_Core::ATTR_MODEL_LOADING, Doctrine_Core::MODEL_LOADING_CONSERVATIVE);
Doctrine_Core::loadModels('models');

Config::load("db",true);
$config = Config::get("db");

$dsn = $config["default"]["connection"]["dsn"];
$user = $config["default"]["connection"]["username"];
$password = $config["default"]["connection"]["password"];

$dbh = new PDO($dsn, $user, $password);

$conn = Doctrine_Manager::connection($dbh);

By looking at the bootstrap file, Doctrine uses the database configuration of fuelPHP so that you don’t have to specify the connection details again when loading Doctrine leaving the configuration in one place.

Modify your fuelPHP config file by adding the doctrine package.
file: [www]/fuel/app/config/config.php

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      'doctrine'
      //'orm',
    ),

And finally, test!
This is just a sample code that will let you know if Doctrine is connecting to your database properly. If configured correctly, you should be able to see the tables in your database.

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  function action_doctrine()
  {
    $path = Doctrine::getPath();
 
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    $result = $conn->execute('SHOW TABLES;')->fetchAll();
    $tables_found = null;
   
    foreach ($result as $table)
    {
      $tables_found .= $table[0]."<br />";
    }
 
    $disp = "doctrine loaded from: {$path}";
    $disp .= "<hr />parsing tables... tables found: ";
    $disp .= "<blockquote>{$tables_found}</blockquote>";
 
    return $disp;
  }

This should get you started with your Indoctrinated FuelPHP project!

Notes:
It still does not work on my box! What do I do???
- check your configurations. verify the username, password and dsn connection
- check the extract paths
- post a comment and I’ll try to check

Packages used:
- Doctrine ORM v1.2.4
- FuelPHP v1.1

Platform (tested):
- xampp v1.7.7 on windows 7 – 64-bit
- php v5.3.8
- mysql v5.5.16

Questions / Suggestions? Ask!

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/doctrine-orm-1-2-4-in-fuel-php-1-1/feed/ 0 Surreal Friday Noon http://www.misty-stix.com/surreal-friday-noon/ http://www.misty-stix.com/surreal-friday-noon/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:32:03 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=736 While I was busily seated by my workstation, I noticed that, through the window, the sun was shining accompanied by a dristle.
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(photos taken using iPoo.4)

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My Setup

I’m another step closer to my dream workstation setup. We have here a Beats™ Studio and a wired cdr-king keyboard with built-in touchpad.

(photo taken using an iPoo.4)

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/meanwhile-at-work/feed/ 0 Multiple MySQL Instances http://www.misty-stix.com/multiple-mysql-instances/ http://www.misty-stix.com/multiple-mysql-instances/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:03:37 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=710 More of this rant →]]> I have seen a lot of versions of this in the web but I decided to create my own copy for ease of setup and simplicity.

First, download the file “mysql55rev.rar” as seen in this post then extract it somewhere in your harddrive.

Follow these steps:

note: extract-dir is the location which you extracted the archive
edit [extract-dir]\my.ini to match your prefernces

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port=3307

[mysql]

default-character-set=utf8


# SERVER SECTION
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# The following options will be read by the MySQL Server. Make sure that
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# file.
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#Path to the database root
datadir="[extract-dir]/data"

commands via the windows command line (cmd)

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[extract-dir]\bin\mysqld.exe --install "mysql3307" --defaults-file="[extract-dir]\my.ini"
net start mysql3307
net stop mysql3307
[extract-dir]\bin\mysqld.exe --remove "mysql3307"

Credentials needed to access the database are included in the archive.

(download: mysql55rev2)

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/multiple-mysql-instances/feed/ 0 My 2011 http://www.misty-stix.com/my-2011/ http://www.misty-stix.com/my-2011/#comments Sat, 31 Dec 2011 08:08:52 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=683 More of this rant →]]> my.2011 by darkcolonist

2011 was a year where a lot of things happened in my life. It went so fast but didn’t go a smooth sailing as I intended. There were a lot of trials, challenges, roadblocks and such that would have took me down several times in a row. But I’m still here, breathing, typing this blog as I list down the more (if not the most) significant things that happened in my life this year.

Travelling
I’ve been to Puerto Princessa, to Singapore and to a few new local places that I’ve never been to. Singapore is the very first international country I visited. Though Singapore is still in Asia, the experience of being away from your own country is something you should experience at some point in your life. Thanks to photography, I was able to capture the moments one would love to look back to. It is heart-warming at the same time nostalgic when I browse back through these pictures. These places I’ve been to was something that would forever be kept in my harddisk (yes pictures) and memories. They shall never fade away and shall always be remembered.

Personal
I’ve been exposed to a harsh reality, and my idea of eternity was shattered. My mind and heart had to believe that nothing will last forever. No matter how hard you try, that eternity you wish for will fall down to oblivion and you’ll have to feel the burn up-close and personal. I’ve been shown that love is a choice, love is something that can change just by the snap of a split-second. Of course, love, also, is not eternal – it is but temporary just like everything we like and can fade away anytime. Sad.

Decisions
Later this year, my mother was operated and underwent a triple-heart-bypass operation in Notre Dam hospital. I never thought of anything else but to have her undergo the treatment as I, along with my dad and sister no-longer wanted to see our mother experience so much pain. The decision was instantaneous or rather — was there a choice to begin with? Of course, we’d choose life! Thankfully, mama is already fine and oh her laugh and smile is really the most precious thing I’d always want to keep in this world.

Career
Singapore, I went there with some friends and checked what was going on and since there are a lot of opportunities we decided to pick that spot. Competition in Singapore is tough as top-tier professionals are already occupying the place. I’m still thinking of going oversees for work or just staying in the country and do multiple-jobs provided I can take it. Free-lance is also an option for me as I can get oversees clients and work for them. Their pay is considerably higher than the norm (as considered here in the local area). My career is not stagnant one bit as I’m still aiming for the same goal I’ve always wanted – that is; to lead a company at an executive level.

Hobbies and Interests
Anime is slowly fading out from my interests but good thing Gundam IS ANIME so I could say that the anime feeling is still strong within me! Apart from that I could name a few of which I still am into (at least): photography, travelling, cars and mini-games. Prolly just to kill some time I engage in these so-called mini-games, one title would be Space Pirates and Zombies which I am currently addicted to right now.

space pirates and zombies

space pirates and zombies

Autos or cars are one of my primary interests and one which I can’t help but spend money on. If you are wondering – I own a Honda Civic Hatchback EG ’92 which was previously owned by my sister. Recently I’ve spent a lot on maintenance and repairs but at least I can see the improvement and the outcome is above satisfactory – I don’t feel my spending at all! Cars are a total worth-it investment if you ask me. They’re always there for you, they protect you from the wrath of nature. Cars are something that will never leave you — it will always be waiting for you outside.

I’d give tons if not a truck-load of credits to MUSIC! 2011 would have been a total nightmare without you sticking around. Whenever I’m down I just put on my headset and subdue that link I have with the real-world. What am I listening to right now? Disco Music and New Wave Music. I’m taking a slight vacation from rock and metal for the time being. Forgive me if you see me sometimes dancing weirdly as those are the times when there’s a party going on in my head!

Expectations for 2012
Well I would not want to put all of the high expectations because I don’t want to be disappointed as much as I was in 2011 but hey! dreaming is free! so, anyways here are some of the things I look forward to this 2012:
- upgrading my car
- more time with friends
- more time travelling and visiting new places
- new computer
- new camera
- higher salary *grins*
- a better view of life
- happiness
- health
- commitments that are worth investing in

Wrapping it up
2011 was shady and wasn’t totally my year. There are a lot of things worth questioning but I think they are better left unanswered if I want to tread further into a more comfortable future. I’d like to think that my past builds up to the concrete foundation of my future and focusing on the present as my top-most priority above all else. I have become better in almost all aspects I could think of and that is a plus factor in which I could thank 2011 for. Finally, I’d like to thank 2011 for the gift of life, family and friends who are always there in times of need.

I hope reading my rants didn’t bore you… well, I could say that my life, as seen by others, is boring, but to myself its exciting and I find satisfaction in what I can get no matter how small it can be. A gift is something to be cherished not forgotten nor taken for granted. Happy 2012 everyone!

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/my-2011/feed/ 0 Gundam Assembly: Gundam Astray Blue Frame 2nd Revise http://www.misty-stix.com/gundam-assembly-gundam-astray-blue-frame-2nd-revise/ http://www.misty-stix.com/gundam-assembly-gundam-astray-blue-frame-2nd-revise/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:56:39 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=649 More of this rant →]]> This mobile kit has been with me for more than a year already and just recently I found the time to construct it. Deviating from the usual HG (High Grade) models I have been creating, I decided to increase the difficulty by creating an MG (Master Grade). MG models take longer to build and feature more movable parts compared to their HG counter-parts. The model kit I am about to show you was taken from the graphic novel Mobile Suit Gundam SEED VS Astray.

Model Specs
Grade: MG (Master Grade)
Name: MBF-P03R Gundam Astray Blue Frame 2nd Revise
Size: 1/100 Scale

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(photos taken using I9100-sgs2)

The construction of this mobile kit took me a total of 2 days to complete (around 14 hours in total). The parts were small – quite similar to that of the 1/144 kit except that the scale of this kit is 1/100. Compared to the HG versions I’ve worked on before, the MG features a more sophisticated construction and can leave you easily confused with the number of parts you are constructing. Just like the construction of the other kits – this one requires even more patience!

I have enjoyed working on this mobile kit and am planning to construct another one in the future. Yes, it will be another MG so keep watch!

Happy New Year! I hope you enjoyed reading this article! :)

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/gundam-assembly-gundam-astray-blue-frame-2nd-revise/feed/ 0 Kohana Doctrine Error – Exhausted http://www.misty-stix.com/kohana-doctrine-error-exhausted/ http://www.misty-stix.com/kohana-doctrine-error-exhausted/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 03:26:08 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=644 More of this rant →]]> Today, I am developing a sub-module of a web-application and have experienced a max-memory usage limit error or “Allowed memory size fatal error”.

out of memory problem

I know that the doctrine module uses memory based on how you define and build your database. It combines dependencies and loads all necessary objects so that it will be ready for use. Now the problem is, while you develop your application – the system will fail as you are still putting the pieces in place.

Kohana, on the other hand displays a complete debug-trace of the page if ever it fails to load. This is for most cases as long as the failure is not of type “fatal error”. Now, the problem arises when kohana attempts to display the entire trace with doctrine objects loaded. At some cases, the page would load with a memory exhausted problem and at some cases also, it displays a white screen! White screens are horrifying because there’s no error or whatsoever displayed on top of not completing the desired action for that particular function / page.

I have come up with a temporary solution that would help reduce greatly the data loaded-then-displayed by kohana – that is, setting the hydration mode temporarily to “array” instead of “object”.

the fix

By applying this solution, we can work with smaller amounts of data for the mean time as we develop. This will display a kohana error page with less and more relevant data to work with.

I’m also thinking of a way to extend kohana’s error reporting to display a better error page to work with in the future but I am not gifted with that experiment time at the moment.

]]> http://www.misty-stix.com/kohana-doctrine-error-exhausted/feed/ 0 Gundam Assembly: Hail Buster Gundam http://www.misty-stix.com/gundam-assembly-hail-buster-gundam/ http://www.misty-stix.com/gundam-assembly-hail-buster-gundam/#comments Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:24:28 +0000 Christian Noel http://www.misty-stix.com/?p=622 More of this rant →]]> Once again I got the urge to create another Gundam Mobile Kit. This time, the model was taken from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED VS Astray.

Model Specs
Grade: HG (High Grade)
Name: LH-GAT-X103 Hail Buster Gundam
Size: 1/100 Scale

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Back to the 1/100 series. This project has been delayed for quite some time, for one – I remember that I started working on this project with some friends at a computer shop but never found the time to complete it. It now finally stands complete with its arsenals – rifle and beam cannon!

I would want to complete all the custom Librarian Works series, as for now I only have the Nix Providence and the Hail Buster – I have 3 more to collect in order to complete the group.

I currently have an MG in stock and will time to work on it.

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