VCalendar - Why Multi-Platform Programs Suck Donkey Balls
I thought I had gotten away from C++/Java/C#, but then I was introduced to VCalendar. A friend who owns redefinemag, a rock magazine, wanted me to add some commenting functionality.
I thought, no problem, I had just added a basic commenting system to Redefine’s articles and it took no time at all. Then I dove into VCalendar’s code and saw it was a computer nerd’s wet dream. In the index.php file there wasn’t a couple of function calls to print out the calendar, no there were hundreds. Each section of the calendar has its own class, initialization, parser, show, etc, etc, etc functions that are never ending. After studying the code for 3 hours I’m about able to start making changes.
Holy shit, if you want to use a PHP script that you’ll want to change, never choose software that’s available in multiple programming languages. PHP is great for a reason, it’s easy to hack and customize, but that all goes out the window when someone decides to write PHP using C++ style! 
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Cheap Places to Stay in Japan
Cheap Places to Stay While in Japan
If you’re planning on coming to Japan you’re going to want to read this post. For first time travelers to Japan it can be a little tough to find a place to stay with the whole language barrier, so here’s a list of sites that speak English and will gladly host your English speaking, evil-gaijin ass.
Hotels
Toyoko Inn - There’s over 30 hotels just in Tokyo.
Guest Houses
Raise Company - Many locations in Tokyo and very cheap if you’re staying for longer than 3 months.
Sakura House - Tons of locations, but a little expensive for long term stays.
Apartments
Sakura House - Tons of locations, but a little expensive for long term stays.