Current Open Source Projects

Panopticode

Panopticode is a set of open source tools for simplifying the collection, analysis, and visualization of software metrics.

Technology

I am a big fan of the Semantic Web technology stack. A rich understanding of data was the key to much of our success at two of the startups (Requisite Technology and Autodaq) where I led engineering. I am spending a lot of time with RDF, OWL, and SPARQL and I am continually amazed at their power.

The majority of my paid work is done in Java. When developing on my own I tend towards Ruby and Lisp.

Being a ThoughtWorker, it should come as no surprise that I am a fan of software development processes such as Outside-In Development, Software Craftsmanship, Crystal, eXtreme Programming, and Lean Software Development.

Presentations

Here are the results from the Agile 2006 discovery session, "Is Agile Software Development Still Agile?"

Here is where you can find the material from and a paper I referenced during my "Software Metrics for Agile Projects" tutorial given at Agile 2005. The Panopticode project grew out of the code used during that tutorial and many consulting engagements done through ThoughtWorks.

Philosophy

I am a libertarian and a warrior. For me, a libertarian is defined as one who follows The Non-aggression Axiom and a warrior is one who follows The Warrior Creed.

Some years back I wrote an article, "What JFK Should Have Said" that got a fair bit of attention in the libertarian community.

The Non-Aggression Axiom

The non-aggression axiom is a prohibition against the initiation of force, or the threat of force, against persons or property. This axiom does not preclude the defense of self, others, or property against aggression.

The Warrior Creed

By Robert L. Humphrey

Wherever I go,
everyone is a little bit safer because I am there.

Wherever I am,
anyone in need has a friend.

Whenever I return home,
everyone is happy I am there.

"It's a better life!"

Feel free to copy The Warrior Creed and spread it around; we only ask that you properly credit Professor Humphrey with these sayings. Thank you.

About

You can reach me at julias at juliasshaw.com or find me on Facebook or LinkedIn.

For the insomniacs out there, you can read my resume and a few nice things people have said about me.

No good semantic web zealot would be without a FOAF file.