Hi Guys,

The Creative is a transition step in the I-Ching, the tenet of Tao. Let us reflect on this transition and how it might apply to coding to bring us enlightenment and harmony.

First Transition: Transition of the lowest aspect.
I am given someone elses application.
I am not publicly intimidated. I hold concealed strength

Second Transition: Transition upon the earth leads to fellowship
I call the applications developer.
We laugh about users follies.
I dare not mock his framework.

Third Transition: Transition above the earth leads to danger in conduct
I arrive to worried assessment of the project.
I must be wise and creative.
All public variables and MPR code is contemplated.

Fourth Transition: Transition below the sky tames small concerns and provides freedom of choice.
I propose redesign using a familiar framework.
I am true to my nature and comfortable.

Fifth Transition: Transition in the sky, leaders find their rightful place and bring forth good fortune
Client senses my harmony.
Client approves large contract.
My bank account achieves bliss.

Sixth Transition: Transition at the end of things chastises the arrogant and leads to departure.
I deliver the product.
Changes made to the architecture do not conform.
I argue.
I am disharmonious and am asked to leave.

Total Transition: When the Creative undergoes change the way of the Universe becomes manifest

I have not been faithful to myself
I lose my place
My bank account turns red
I am screwed

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John Koziol, ex-MVP, ex-MS, ex-FoxTeam. Just call me "X"
"When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro" - Hunter Thompson (Gonzo) RIP 2/19/05