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Monday, March 20, 2006
 
 

Super Mario Brothers race in the Olympics?

 
 

I somehow find this Super Mario Brothers race more fun and exciting than the 2006 Winter Olympics. What's wrong with me? I think I find it more interesting because I can relate to it. Think about it, the typical IT guy competes to survive using mouse clicks, response times and wit. I just can't get into figure skating. For the 2012 IT Olympics I'd like to see the following events:

  • Double click: "athletes" compete to double click the fastest (left, middle, and right click). Athletes are judged on speed and technique.
  • Inbox filing: "athletes" compete to file the contents of an inbox into junk, delete, postpone, and act now. Judges score on filing decisions and the possible impact of those decisions on the virtual business.
  • Windows Installation: "athletes" compete to install Window Vista the fastest (no install scripts allowed). Athletes are judged on install time and ability to multitask during long waits.

What IT events would you like to see in 2012?

Oh, I almost forgot... When I was a kid my cousin was so good at Super Mario Brothers that he could complete the first level with his eyes shut. It was pretty cool to watch. Now that's what I call skill.

 
   
   
   
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