A couple of days ago I received notice that my Japanese Flashcards gadget had been accepted for inclusion to the Google Gadgets library. Yaay! I’ve been Googlefied. My Google developer’s t-shirt, hat, and a pen were delivered to my office this morning. These are small trinkets, but in my world, the world of geeks and nerds, these are great badges of honor.
A few years ago, when I got swept out the door in a wave a tech bubble burst and overseas outsourcing, I wasn’t feeling too good about being a software developer. It seemed like it didn’t have any value anymore. But yesterday, during my walk, I realized that most people can’t do what I do, and there is still a need for it. But most importantly, I still love doing it. I’m still hoping to get rich by writing that next great little thing (can’t give away the store here yet), but the fun is still much more important to me.
My Google Gadget should show up in their library in a week or two. I’ll post a link when it does.
Update:
The gadget just went live in the library! Click here.