So, a little over a year ago, I started www.vanblog.net. It was my first experience blogging, and I didn’t really know what I wanted. Well, I have a better idea now. The problem with VanBlog was that it was either too personal or too tech for different audiences. Enter, VanDev. This is my effort to take the tech out of VanBlog. I also needed a place to put projects that I’m working on a place to thrive… I don’t even know what that means.

I’ll take this time to address questions:

1. Why VanDev?

   • Last name = Van Pelt, it’s both dutch and awesome.

2. What’s VanBlog?

   • That would be my personal blog now, where I talk about things like my feelings and changes occuring in my body.

3. VD?

   • VanDev, it’s not what you think.

4. What’s with these old entries?

   • They were brought over from VanBlog.

5. Do you where size 12 shoes?

   • Yes, as a matter of fact I do.

So, there it is. I’ll post something awesome soon about the design of this blog. Oh, you just wait.

Google maps released it's new mapping program a few months ago. Last week they added satellite imagery. I thought this would be a great opportunity to share the unbelievable beauty that is Southern California. Click on the thumb for a detailed look. Life is good out here, but it's no Iowa. Try google maps and check out Southern California. Click on the map and drag, you can scroll wherever you like. It's amazing. Getting directions on the site is also very cool. Google bought Keyhole a couple weeks ago. I look forward to seeing what they do with the technology. Currently only urban areas have high resolution. It's like being in an airplane, and all using relatively simple built in technology. For more about Google Maps and all of Googles cool new features check this out. I'm sure they'll be getting a hold of me soon to create the next big thing :).