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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 22/01/2026

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 20 Today, I created a video of the project I created for the High School students who couldn't attend the CodeMash Conference. youtu.be/SN00_41ORcQ

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CodeMash 2026: High School Project

YouTube video by Bob Fornal, Microsoft MVP & KA8BOB

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 21/01/2026

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 19 "What about Bob!" I've been silent again - busy with the CodeMash Conference. For those interested, here's what this event is to me: dev.to/rfornal/what.... Maybe you can join us one of these days.

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What is CodeMash?

This is an opinionated article about my perception of one of the greatest conferences around.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 09/01/2026

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 16 & 17 I got back on track with an ultra-mini workshop for the high school students who come to the CodeMash Conference each year. I got an API, data, and the core of the frontend in place and documented for the session. It needs refinement; the pressure is off! codemash.org

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Home - CodeMash

Important Dates Jul 1: Topic Interest & Readiness Survey Jul 15: Sponsorships Open Aug 15: Call for Speakers Sep 23: Call for Volunteers Sep 30: Sessions Announced Oct 1: Tickets Go on Sale! D...

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 16/12/2025

Tech-wise: I did go to the Christians in Tech meetup on Saturday. It was amazing seeing everyone. I also made it to the local #HamRadio Christmas Party and won the Baofeng UV-5R!

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 16/12/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day ... I'll be posting IF I write code; with the holidays, I'm focused on family more. I'll start where I left off just before the CodeMash Conference.

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 11/12/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 13-15 I was trying to get a menu to work for the next, previous, first, and last options for the new text-based slide deck I am creating. I failed at getting the menu to trigger the Shell Scripts involved. I just cleared out that code and am working on the next steps!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 08/12/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 11 & 12 I had an idea. I want to create a talk presentation that's ALL in the terminal. What better topic to present than TypeScript. It's coming along ... one character at a time!

Terminal with what "could" be a title slide.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 04/12/2025

[ColumbusJS] Tonight’s meetup was about career management. There were amazing questions and a wide variety of experience to be shared. We even roughed out a workshop of tooling for March 2026!

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 22/10/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day ??? Again, I'm buried - work (awesome), meetup coordination (ColumbusJS), conference planning (TechBash Foundation), mentoring, family, & trying to work on side projects. I haven't moved the needle in a few days. BTW: Jennifer Fornal passed her Ham Radio Technician exam!!!

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 06/10/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 27 I wrote an article, "Lazy Loading as a Security Measure," at dev.to/rfornal/lazy...; I may consider turning it into a talk. I also finished my presentation for @momentumdevcon, "Non-Automated Automated Testing." This one's going to be a lot of fun!

dev.to

Lazy-Loading as a Security Measure

Introduction Recently, an external red team (security) discovered a unique vulnerability...

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 04/10/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 26 Today, I'm here for #HackColumbus (hack-columbus.com) and created the website attached. I'm watching some talented people come together for a cause. Also, Simon Seow is onsite speaking to the attendees. What an amazing morning!

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#Hack Columbus

A hackathon for Columbus, Ohio that is part of a movement that brings together Christian technologists, entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone who wants to put their faith into action.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 01/10/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 24 & 25 I've been working on a new talk and setting up a Sessionize.com account for QA or the Highway. Apparently, I went to High School 7,974 in the future; they found my picture in a yearbook. The #HamRadio shack is coming along - one antenna to go!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 29/09/2025

Go take the State of JavaScript 2025 survey if you have a minute! survey.devographics.com/survey/state...

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State of JavaScript 2025

Take the State of JavaScript survey

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 28/09/2025

I did take some time to update my notes about "some" of the people I met and chatted with - that's the EXCITING PART; I met so many amazing people. It's honestly a lot to process.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 28/09/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day ... I got back from the @CommitYourCode last night. Today, I was focused on family and getting everything unpacked and back where it belongs.

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 21/09/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 17-20 I worked on a security issue at work (clean & elegant solution), held the first Columbus BrowserStack Meetup, helped a neighbor stay alive, and worked through a project challenge to build something in 4 days. SITE: all-about-bob.dev REPO: github.com/bob-fornal/m...

all-about-bob.dev

Bob Fornal's Movie Search

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 10/09/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 16 The site looks the same, but the DB to frontend has changed to a more efficient structure. I've got 3 Coffee Chats tonight, planning for the @codemash.bsky.social Conference, planning for meetups, and more. Oh, #HamRadio shack is coming along!

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 29/08/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 8 Today, I worked on the patterns that had eluded me late at night, while exhausted. I have a working solution and now need to implement it.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 28/08/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 7 Today, I got to work on some code. I'm trying to implement an odd integration between @Cloudflare and @Firebase. This one's been interesting - no luck, so far. I am exhausted which might be slowing things down. Back to the grind ...

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 26/08/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 5 Today, I didn't get much done - I did, however, get the outline for my next talk in place. Now, I just need more content.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 23/08/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 2 & 3 Yesterday, I started a new talk: "Cloudflare for Hackathons." Today, I am heading to Christians in Tech. Slow pace, but fun!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 20/08/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 2 Today, I worked on the visuals of my Talk Presentation Tool. I have two new presentations to get done - no major rush. It feels good to be "back in the groove."

Better visuals of the Talk Presentation Tool.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 19/08/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 1 I'm healing. Today, I got a chance to write some code for the Talk Presentation tool. Additionally, I have some Coffee Chats tonight!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 25/07/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 62 Today, I focused on completing the demo portion of the "Ditch Your JavaScript For CSS!" talk. It's a work in progress!!!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 23/07/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 61 Today, I dug into my talk and created a demo page since there will be a need to show the code variations. Additionally, I've posted a question on the #AmateurRadio #StackExchange about some antennas on my roof. I'll post the link for those into #HamRadio!

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 22/07/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 60 I've had a lack of interest in writing code recently. I'm back at it - fingers on keys. I spent some time today working on a future talk! I also updated my personal #HamRadio website.

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 20/07/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day ... Today, I worked hard on my next conference talk. Yesterday, I passed my #HamRadio General Exam. I skipped posting for a few days; back at it!

Slide for Ditch Your JavaScript For CSS!

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 12/07/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 59 I worked on my father's website. He's K3ATW (#HamRadio) and has been for quite a while. Creating this site and hooking up the email was so much fun!

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 11/07/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 57 & 58 I've been inconsistent with posting, but I am still working on things. The ColumbusJS website has been worked on and updated. I'll post links for those who are having issues finding us. #Meetup #Columbus

ColumbusJS website with updated information and look.

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 03/07/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 55 I've been (almost frantically) working on things for ColumbusJS. There's a lot of planning and work to be done to make all of this happen: meetup events, website, emails, social media, coordinating speakers, and more ... now, to find time. columbusjs.org (empty at the moment)

columbusjs.org

ColumbusJS - Upcoming Events

Know some JavaScript? Want to know more? Join us at our monthly meeting or online on Discord as we discuss JavaScript and it's related technologies.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 28/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 54 Today was amazing. QA or the Highway Conference - up at 5 am and just getting home and ready for some Coffee Chats. I got to meet and reconnect with some amazing people, hear some stunning talks, and present all in the same day. www.qaorthehwy.com/bob-fornal/g...

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Bob Fornal - QA or the Highway

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 27/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 53 Today, I worked a bit on code. More importantly, I was at the speaker dinner for QA or the Highway. Headed to the conference EARLY tomorrow morning. www.qaorthehwy.com

qaorthehwy.com

Home - QA or the Highway

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 26/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 52 Today was about planning. And, Coffee Chats. So many Coffee Chats! I've got talks to prepare, code to write, presentations to give, events to plan, tests to prepare for, and more. Today was about getting ready for all that's to come! #HamRadio #AmateurRadio

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 25/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 49, 50, 51 Busy - I've been working on: work, presentations, the #HamRadio site (ka8bob.com), and recovering my old wedding website. The heat is getting to me a bit; I'm tired and have a headache.

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 21/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Days 47 & 48 "Your code is amazing and gave me some ideas for my code." What an amazing thing to hear after I gave my second talk of the day at @sceniccitysummit.com. I had a fun Coffee Chat with Ben McCarthy. I talked to people interested in #HamRadio #AmateurRadio: ka8bob.com

ka8bob.com

KA8BOB

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 20/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 46 Today, I spent time at the conference. I also worked on ka8bob.com, adding documentation on my learning process (I seem to be recommending things to others quite frequently). I'm also getting ready for my talks tomorrow. Busy day!!!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 19/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 45 (bit of a break) I'm back at it (never stopped). The last few weeks have been conference prep. I am also doing a bit of COBOL and a lot of #HamRadio prep for my General License. Yes, I'm in Tennessee for @sceniccitysummit.com (2 talks).

Washing the horses across the street from the hotel.

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 14/06/2025

Wonderful resources. I’ll add them to my list of tools!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 13/06/2025

I keep looking at Morse Code. I struggled with it as a kid and really need to get past that fear - learning and growing is the way to go.

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Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 13/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 44 Twenty-First Anniversary to Jennifer Fornal today. Also, watched as sites failed due to a Cloudflare outage. This highlights a resilience needed. On the lighter side, I got to get SOMETHING done with ka8bob.com (my new site for all things #HamRadio #AmateurRadio)!

ka8bob.com

KA8BOB

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 12/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 43 I got my vanity license the other day. I spend some time today poking at a website to showcase my #HamRadio learnings. Nothing exciting yet ... coming soon!

Bob Fornal (Bob.ts) @code-squid.com · 10/06/2025

[#100DaysOfCode] Day 42 I almost didn't post today, but a good friend gave me solid feedback on job-squid.com, and it felt good. I got a hackathon date blocked on the calendar and the next ColumbusJS Meetup on the calendar. BUSY!

job-squid.com

Job-Squid

This site is designed for those on the job hunt with various tools, including: a resume to job comparison tool and #100DaysOfCode Tracker.