The thing about computer programmers is...

The thing about computer programmers is, they're pretty okay in a one-on-one situation. Once you get them talking about anything other than what they do, they're basically like normal people. It's when they're in a large pack that you have to worry. Last night, I attended the "jug" (Java User's Group) put on by John's company. The room was full of the creatures in their natural habitat, all talking about what they do, pitching their ideas, and--of course-- networking. I found myself talking to a man who told me all about this software he's built that produces-- no shit-- "information currency units." I learned all about how you, as a software developer, can use these "currency units" to "better your company, better your business, better the world." He was so convinced he had a gem of an idea that part of his sales pitch was a promise of "one gram of cannabis, should it ever become legal." I reluctantly took his business card and sent him on his way. Then I headed for the bar.