Tom Bettenhausen

Technology guy . Building and maintaining websites, applications and Internet technologies.

Hiking in New Mexico

Hiking in New Mexico

My wife and I are getting ready to head out for an extended New Mexican vacation. Nine days in Taos then another 10 in Santa Fe with some stops to see Carlsbad Caverns, White Sands and a dip into Texas to to visit Guadalupe Mountains national park. I’ve been doing some research about where to…

Read More
Web development platforms

Web development platforms

The “best” web programming platform often depends on the specific needs of a project or developer. However, here are some widely used and respected platforms. Remember, choosing a platform often comes down to factors like the needs of the project, the skills of the development team, performance requirements, and personal preference. Each of these platforms…

Read More
Hannagan Meadow just off AZ 191

The Coronado Trail in Arizona

The Coronado Trail, also known as U.S. Route 191 and the Devil’s Highway (it used to be numbered 666), is a scenic highway that winds through the beautiful landscapes of eastern Arizona. This road trip offers travelers breathtaking views of the White Mountains and the Mogollon Rim, as well as the opportunity to experience the…

Read More
Wordpress website technology

Basic steps to create a wordpress theme

Creating a WordPress theme requires a good understanding of HTML, CSS, and PHP. It’s a multi-step process that involves designing the theme, creating the necessary files, and integrating them with WordPress. Here’s a general guide to help you get started: Remember to keep your theme updated, and consider implementing best practices, accessibility standards, and responsive…

Read More

COBOL Bubble sort on linux

Here’s a sample COBOL bubble sort program for linux. You can simply save the source (.cbl file) on your computer then compile and link the code to an executable with the following command. sudo cobc -free -x -o sort sort.cbl IDENTIFICATION DIVISION. PROGRAM-ID. SORT. DATA DIVISION. WORKING-STORAGE SECTION. 01 ARR OCCURS 5 TIMES PIC S9(2)….

Read More