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Hello, I'm BrennaMae. Yes, it's a penname. Nevertheless...here's a bit about me.

I'm getting a major in web development and computer science. I've been web designing and coding websites for nearly 9 years on my own on top of that Among my other interests are

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Education > College Life From high school to college: Adjusting to your new life: 1 of 10
The sole purpose of going to college is not to get an education. Along with learning new information, you also learn new study habits, living habits, and experience an entirely new environment. A whole new set of responsibilities arise, and on top of that, your parents aren't there to help you anymore.However, college is a ne... More..
Business > Website Marketing & SEO 2009 SEO marketing resolutions: 1 of 10
As search engines get smarter, you will have to as well. Back when SEO (Search Engine Optimization) was new, you could do the basics, and even get away with a few 'cheats' to get ahead in the search engine rankings. Today, however, search engine algorithms have become more intelligent to determine what websites are really the... More..
Education > Distance Learning How to manage your online learning schedule: 1 of 9
Online learning can be convenient, more cost effective, and sometimes a disaster, if you can't control your time management. It takes a lot of responsibility to be successful when learning online, and even with great responsibility, creating a good schedule may not come so easily.Here are a few tips that can help you manage y... More..
Computers & Technology > Web Design How to make an active Internet forum: 1 of 9
Internet forums can be fun, educational, and owning one can potentially make you some extra cash with advertisements-but only if it's active enough. How do you make an active internet forum though? Most people only join in the first place if they already know its active, and they know they won't have to wait 10 days for an an... More..
Computers & Technology > Software & Web Development What programming language to start with: 2 of 17
There are so many programming languages out there, most beginners don't know where to start. The most reasonable solution is to start with the easiest, and progress from there. Is there an easy programming language though? Most of them offer different things, and have more focus on different aspects of programming, but none o... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Where was your favorite place as a child?: 12 of 101
The BasementThe basement of my old home was a place for the kids in the neighborhood. It wasn't like other basements. It wasn't dark, murky, and dirty. It was like a separate house of it's own down there. There was a living room, bathroom, two bedrooms, the laundry room, a storage room, and my favorite-the secret room.The sec... More..
Education > Homework & Testing Does homework actually improve academic achievement?: 6 of 48
There is a strong difference between the kids in school that do their homework, and the kids who ignore it to play after school. However, does this mean the homework is actually improving their skills? Or is it just improving their grade?I've been through elementary school, to junior high and high school, and then moved onto ... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Tips for exercising even when you don't have time: 5 of 39
We all know that exercise is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. In today's world, though, it's not easy to find the time - especially when we want to save that time for family, friends, and work related or financial opportunity. Yet, anyone can really find the time with just the right amount of prioritization. Many think th... More..
Computers & Technology > Computers & Technology (Other) The definition of a blog: 2 of 15
The infamous blog is the most common type of website in today's fast-paced internet world. They can be personal, updating mechanisms, or thought provokers. The word "blog" comes from "weblog", which was used years ago as a chronological journal for updates-usually just for companies or organizations. What is a blog today thou... More..
Education > College Life Tips for surviving your first day of higher education: 4 of 27
While exciting and new, your first day of higher education may also be very stressful. Your first day is the day you make first impressions, not only with the new crowd at school, but with professors, TA's, roomates, and dorm-mates.I think this title deserves to be split into two categories. There is the first day you move in... More..