I discovered that Herman Miller invented the cubicle in the 1950s. While often blamed for office misery, Robert Propst’s original design was modified after early prototypes caused psychological startle reflexes in workers. I secretly kind of like them.
I share my reviews of seven books I read during a busy blogging break, including the final Harry Potter, Frank Miller’s graphic novels, and John Resig’s Pro JavaScript Techniques, all while balancing a demanding work schedule.
Understand Miller’s Law, the cognitive principle stating that the average human brain can only hold seven plus or minus two items in short-term memory. Use this limit to guide information design and better memory retention strategies.
I discovered new CLI tools like fselect and xxh, explored modern HTML attributes for mobile UX, and reviewed books on neuroscience and oncology. I also learned about Anthropic's custom skills and European day-fine systems.
I examine Ilayaraja’s controversial decision to alter Thyagaraja’s 'Mari Mari Ninne' for Sindhu Bhairavi. I analyze his use of Saramathi, Hindholam, and Chandrakauns raagams in cinema, highlighting how he adapts classical structures for popular audiences.
I explore the neurobiology of the mind through Ilayaraja’s genius for orchestration. I analyze his use of Vasantha, Hamsanandhi, and Ramapriya ragas, detailing how he blends Western classical structures with Carnatic melodies in tracks like 'Andhi Mazhai'.
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L K Tucker21 Feb 2007 5:23 pm:
Robert Propst is credited with the invention according to a bio on the Herman Miller Inc. site. He denied it. His open plan system was modified when workers using the first prototypes began having mental breaks. The human vision startle reflex had worked in the “special circumstances” those first close-spaced workstations created.
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