NWFlyer 2 #1 July 7, 2006 ... To write requirements documents if the fucking developers don't bother to read them? Holy crap, this stuff is awful."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D22369 0 #2 July 7, 2006 Holy crap, this stuff is awful. *** thats what you will be saying when you have the tequila jello shooters at prairie RoyThey say I suffer from insanity.... But I actually enjoy it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sartre 0 #3 July 7, 2006 I'm not sure what that means, so I'll just say, I'm sorry for your frustration! Sometimes I find it helps to scream "FUCK!!!!" really, really loudly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #4 July 7, 2006 Quotethats what you will be saying when you have the tequila jello shooters at prairie Oooof. You're right. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bozo 0 #5 July 7, 2006 Quote... To write requirements documents if the fucking developers don't bother to read them? cuz somebody pays you. bozo Pain is fleeting. Glory lasts forever. Chicks dig scars. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #6 July 7, 2006 1. If it doesn't work, it is absolutely necessary. 2. If it does work, it will have to be changed. 3. If it is worthless, the documentation needs to be finished. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #7 July 7, 2006 Quote cuz somebody pays you. This is true. But we pay them too... though they're not exactly earning it right now. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Hawkins121 0 #8 July 7, 2006 Did you do a site survey and they didnt bother ordering something that you provided in your assessment? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #9 July 7, 2006 Quote1. If it doesn't work, it is absolutely necessary. 2. If it does work, it will have to be changed. 3. If it is worthless, the documentation needs to be finished. Thanks, now I understand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #10 July 7, 2006 QuoteDid you do a site survey and they didnt bother ordering something that you provided in your assessment? Software requirements so ... no. They just decided to develop from their vague memory of the meetings rather than the actual, detailed documented requirements. So it's sort of vaguely right but mostly wrong. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TheAnvil 0 #11 July 7, 2006 Scatter crude jokes and obscenities throughout the document at random spots next time...it might encourage them to read more carefully. Vinny the Anvil Post Traumatic Didn't Make The Lakers Syndrome is REAL JACKASS POWER!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skinnyshrek 0 #12 July 7, 2006 did u get the memohttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #13 July 7, 2006 QuoteScatter crude jokes and obscenities throughout the document at random spots next time...it might encourage them to read more carefully. I like your thinking, Vinny. Unfortunately, the CLIENT has read the document in excruciating detail, and while she has a good sense of humor, that might not be appreciated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #14 July 7, 2006 Quotedid u get the memo I think it was under the TPS reports. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 226 #15 July 7, 2006 Quit yer whining and suck it up cupcakeI'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #16 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuit yer whining and suck it up cupcake Remember, we're honoring briguy and his disdain for all things fat. It's "suck it up, celery stick." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 226 #17 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuoteQuit yer whining and suck it up Asparagus Spear Remember, we're honoring briguy and his disdain for all things fat. It's "suck it up, celery stick." There - now will you quit whining?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #18 July 7, 2006 Quote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 226 #19 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. Beer would be good.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #20 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. The primary rule of contracting "I get paid by the hour" Second rule "If I do it right, I get paid once. If it needs fixing/improving, I get paid twice." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #21 July 7, 2006 QuoteThe primary rule of contracting "I get paid by the hour" Second rule "If I do it right, I get paid once. If it needs fixing/improving, I get paid twice." Hmmm... good question. I actually don't know whether the developers are salaried or contract. The fact that they go home at precisely 5 every day would lead me to believe they're salaried. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites airtwardo 7 #22 July 7, 2006 lead me to believe they're salaried. *** Or celery-ed. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Bolas 5 #23 July 7, 2006 Or government or union... Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #24 July 7, 2006 Those are personal rules. The general goal is to get all their money and then go home. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites popsjumper 2 #25 July 7, 2006 Turn it back to them saying "There's been a mistake. You gave me some other project's code. Where's mine? You don't get paid until I get the code that meets MY requirements.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. 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happythoughts 0 #6 July 7, 2006 1. If it doesn't work, it is absolutely necessary. 2. If it does work, it will have to be changed. 3. If it is worthless, the documentation needs to be finished. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #7 July 7, 2006 Quote cuz somebody pays you. This is true. But we pay them too... though they're not exactly earning it right now. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hawkins121 0 #8 July 7, 2006 Did you do a site survey and they didnt bother ordering something that you provided in your assessment? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #9 July 7, 2006 Quote1. If it doesn't work, it is absolutely necessary. 2. If it does work, it will have to be changed. 3. If it is worthless, the documentation needs to be finished. Thanks, now I understand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #10 July 7, 2006 QuoteDid you do a site survey and they didnt bother ordering something that you provided in your assessment? Software requirements so ... no. They just decided to develop from their vague memory of the meetings rather than the actual, detailed documented requirements. So it's sort of vaguely right but mostly wrong. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheAnvil 0 #11 July 7, 2006 Scatter crude jokes and obscenities throughout the document at random spots next time...it might encourage them to read more carefully. Vinny the Anvil Post Traumatic Didn't Make The Lakers Syndrome is REAL JACKASS POWER!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #12 July 7, 2006 did u get the memohttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #13 July 7, 2006 QuoteScatter crude jokes and obscenities throughout the document at random spots next time...it might encourage them to read more carefully. I like your thinking, Vinny. Unfortunately, the CLIENT has read the document in excruciating detail, and while she has a good sense of humor, that might not be appreciated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #14 July 7, 2006 Quotedid u get the memo I think it was under the TPS reports. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #15 July 7, 2006 Quit yer whining and suck it up cupcakeI'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #16 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuit yer whining and suck it up cupcake Remember, we're honoring briguy and his disdain for all things fat. It's "suck it up, celery stick." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #17 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuoteQuit yer whining and suck it up Asparagus Spear Remember, we're honoring briguy and his disdain for all things fat. It's "suck it up, celery stick." There - now will you quit whining?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #18 July 7, 2006 Quote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 226 #19 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. Beer would be good.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #20 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. The primary rule of contracting "I get paid by the hour" Second rule "If I do it right, I get paid once. If it needs fixing/improving, I get paid twice." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #21 July 7, 2006 QuoteThe primary rule of contracting "I get paid by the hour" Second rule "If I do it right, I get paid once. If it needs fixing/improving, I get paid twice." Hmmm... good question. I actually don't know whether the developers are salaried or contract. The fact that they go home at precisely 5 every day would lead me to believe they're salaried. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites airtwardo 7 #22 July 7, 2006 lead me to believe they're salaried. *** Or celery-ed. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Bolas 5 #23 July 7, 2006 Or government or union... Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #24 July 7, 2006 Those are personal rules. The general goal is to get all their money and then go home. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites popsjumper 2 #25 July 7, 2006 Turn it back to them saying "There's been a mistake. You gave me some other project's code. Where's mine? You don't get paid until I get the code that meets MY requirements.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
turtlespeed 226 #19 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. Beer would be good.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #20 July 7, 2006 QuoteQuote There - now will you quit whining? Okay. Because once I'm done documenting all the fucking bugs in this software, I get to go drink beer. The primary rule of contracting "I get paid by the hour" Second rule "If I do it right, I get paid once. If it needs fixing/improving, I get paid twice." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #21 July 7, 2006 QuoteThe primary rule of contracting "I get paid by the hour" Second rule "If I do it right, I get paid once. If it needs fixing/improving, I get paid twice." Hmmm... good question. I actually don't know whether the developers are salaried or contract. The fact that they go home at precisely 5 every day would lead me to believe they're salaried. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #22 July 7, 2006 lead me to believe they're salaried. *** Or celery-ed. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bolas 5 #23 July 7, 2006 Or government or union... Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #24 July 7, 2006 Those are personal rules. The general goal is to get all their money and then go home. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #25 July 7, 2006 Turn it back to them saying "There's been a mistake. You gave me some other project's code. Where's mine? You don't get paid until I get the code that meets MY requirements.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
