Slashdot points to a pretty cool Foosball mod. It is connected to a computer running Macromedia Director which keeps score on an LCD screen. This project can only be eclipsed by the Dartboard IP project at Harvard. It features a much more over-engineered system and projecting information semi-relatime back onto the dartboard.
While searching for the original article (which aired Feb 20, 2002), I also stumbled upon a ‘weblog’ post about spending 16 hours in a Home Depot. I know that I pointed to it in my journal at the time, but it’s really amusing to have two things randomly associated via Google. The kid who did the Home Depot stay is a teenager, so expect a potty mouth. You have been warned.
6:35AM: I like the light aisle. Have a funny feeling that I will be spending a lot of time here.
7:10AM: There are many birds inside the store. This is getting very scary.