Blog Archive: November 2014
Web Design Update and Drupal Development for Translation & Localization Agency
| Drupal Development | 11 seen
Caucasus Translations is a professional translation and localization agency located in Tbilisi, Georgia. The agency has established itself as a leader in the translation and content localization business in the Caucasus and Central Asia, employing over 300 translators to provide cost-effective, accurate, and native translation solutions for companies in various industries across 40 countries.
The website of Caucasus Translations was originally built with Drupal 7 back in 2011, and as a Drupal developer, I managed to update the site and ensure its smooth operation.
The site is now available in 4 languages (English, Georgian, Russian, and Latvian) and can easily be extended to include more languages as needed.
Expert Drupal Development Services in Tbilisi, Georgia
Caucasus Translations offers a user-friendly experience with its website, allowing customers to request a free quote via a webform, and potential translators to submit their resumes in the same manner. The company prides itself on providing high-quality translation services, utilizing the expertise of native-speaking professionals who are experts in their respective fields,…
Christmas Charity Winter Fair in Tbilisi Sheraton Hotel (2014)
| Living in Georgia | 3 seen
I recently attended the Winter Charity Fair organized by the International Women's Association Georgia for the third or fourth time. Based on my past experiences, I arrived early at the Sheraton Metekhi Hotel to purchase some goods from the US and participate in the Bottle Bank game at the UK stand.
The objective of the Winter Charity Fair organized by the International Women's Association Georgia (IWAG) is to raise funds for projects in Georgia that focus on women, children, the elderly, and those with special needs. This event has traditionally been held as Christmas approaches and marks the 15th Winter Fair in the history of IWAG.
China's stand
Danes or Swedes are preparing their stand (perhaps it was a joint Scandinavian event)
France's stand is getting prepared
Japan's stand
Handicrafts are being prepared for selling
Local Georgian craftsmen preparing their stands
Books for sale
Hotel Sheraton Metekhi Tbilisi
Danes are selling hot wine in front of entrance at hotel
Volunteers from Dog shelter…
Lenovo Laptops: A Comprehensive Review of the Top Models for Business and Personal Use
| Laptop Reviews | 15 seen
When it comes to laptops, Lenovo is one of the most reputable brands in the market, known for its high-quality and durable devices. Whether you are looking for a laptop for business or personal use, Lenovo has a wide range of models that cater to all needs.
In this article, we will be looking at some of the top Lenovo laptops for both business and personal use, and what makes them stand out.
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ThinkPad X1 CarbonThe ThinkPad X1 Carbon is one of Lenovo's most popular laptops, and for good reason. This ultralight and ultra-portable laptop packs a punch, with its 10th Gen Intel Core processors and up to 16GB of RAM. It also has a long battery life, which makes it an excellent choice for people who are always on the go. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon also has a sleek design, making it a perfect choice for business users who need a professional-looking laptop.
IdeaPad Flex 5If you're looking for a laptop that can handle both work and play, the IdeaPad Flex 5 is…
Georgian - Latvian Business Forum (2014)
| Living in Georgia | 16 seen
The Georgian-Latvian Business Forum was held in Tbilisi on November 27, 2014, and provided a unique opportunity for businesses to explore new avenues for growth and expansion. This event was organized by Invest in Georgia agency and the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia, two organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to fostering innovation and progress in the business world.
The Georgian-Latvian Business Forum brought together business leaders and stakeholders from various sectors, including technology, manufacturing, and trade. Attendees had the chance to engage in meaningful discussions on industry trends, business strategies, and investment opportunities, making it a valuable experience for all participants.
As a representative of Caucasus Translations, LTD, I had the privilege of participating in this forum and representing our company to potential partners and clients. The event offered an excellent platform for establishing new connections and exploring opportunities for collaboration, investment, and growth.
Georgian - Latvian Business Forum
Latvian Television Station (LTV7) at Tbilisi
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Latvian Fashion Show at Tbilisi History Museum (2014)
| Living in Georgia | 6 seen
While I don't consider myself a high fashion aficionado, I did have the chance to attend the exquisite Latvian Fashion Show at the Tbilisi History Museum in Georgia.
Latvian Fashion Show
Hostess of the evening
Models at Latvian Fashion Show
Models at Latvian Fashion Show
Models at Latvian Fashion Show
Latvian Fashion Show
Latvian Fashion Show
Latvian Fashion Show
Poster for Latvian Fashion Show
About Latvian FashionIf you appreciate originality and individuality alongside elegance and practicality, make use of the privilege and become familiar with the interesting costumes offered by various Latvian designers.
The fashion collections are rich and offer unique and original fashion masterpieces that will pleasantly surprise you with their prices.
The costumes confirm their designers’ creative maturity and daring, as well as the excellent taste, style and self-confidence of their owner. Latvian fashion designers offer reckless eccentricity that manifests itself in original patterns, fabric…
How To Create Drupal Views Distance Filter using Location module
| Drupal Development | 81 seen
Drupal is a popular content management system that allows users to create complex websites with a wide range of features and functions. One of the most useful features of Drupal is its ability to create views, which are customizable displays of content that can be filtered and sorted in a variety of ways.
One useful type of filter is the distance filter, which allows users to filter content based on their proximity to a particular location. In this article, we will explore how to create a Drupal views distance filter using the Location module.
Drupal Distance Block
As you can see in above screen - I have listed Nearby Tourism sights in right sidebar displaying thumbnail, title, distance and category.
If you are looking for similiar functionality, here is what you will need:
- Drupal
- Views module
- Location module
- Gmap module (recommended)
Enable Location module to be able collect geo data, be sure you enable it for your content type as well. You might want to use Gmap module as well for displaying geo data on Google Maps.
Now once you have some content…
Best Selling Laptops / Notebooks Under $500
| Laptop Reviews | 11 seen
Finding a reliable and affordable laptop can be a daunting task, especially if you're on a budget. However, with technology evolving rapidly, laptops that once seemed unattainable for the average consumer are now available at prices that won't break the bank.
We've compiled a list of the best selling laptops/notebooks under $500 that will suit your needs.
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Acer Aspire 5The Acer Aspire 5 is one of the best laptops under $500 in the market. With a 15.6-inch full HD IPS display, 4GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD, this laptop offers great performance and speed for daily use. It also comes with a backlit keyboard, which is a great feature for those who prefer typing in low-light environments.
Lenovo Ideapad 3The Lenovo Ideapad 3 is a budget laptop that offers a lot of features for its price. It comes with a 15.6-inch HD display, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD, making it a great option for those who need more storage and performance.…
Hotel Hesperia Sant Just in Barcelona Review
| Hotel reviews | 40 seen
We stayed at this hotel about a month ago, during our one week Catalonia trip, in which we actually drive even to Andorra, so this hotel was our last hotel in Spain before departing back to Georgia.
To book this hotel we chose hotwire.com (they offer secret deals - you kinda buy a cat in a sack - but you don't need to worry about a bad product, you could get - there are major hotel brands, that are not willing to tell others - they are selling it low). After booking a hotel on hotwire - we got this one, located somewhere close of driving in to Barcelona from Andorra, and next to the road heading to Barcelona El Prat Airport.
We got this hotel for 2 nights for price of EUR 113.50.
Result - see it yourself:
Hesperia Sant Just Barcelona
Hesperia Sant Just
Bathroom at Hesperia Sant Just
Bedroom at Hesperia Sant Just
Bedroom at Hesperia Sant Just
Mini Lounge at your room at Hesperia Sant Just
Flat Screen TV at Hesperia Sant Just
About Hesperia Sant Just hotel Charming and stylish, the Hesperia Sant…Drupal App - How to Make a Native Android App Using DrupalGap
| Drupal Development | 44 seen
It has been a while since I decided to build my first Android app powered by Drupal.
Actually, I haven't built any other kind of app yet. But I have investigated a few options though.
My findings to the day are DrupalGap.org
I'm still investigating this tool, so for reference, I will list information from drupalgap.org. In the coming days/weeks and months, I will do my best to complete my first App built on the surface of Drupal. I'm planning to make a simple travel app, with geolocations and other useful tools, that a travel app could use.
I'm not sure where my path will lead me - but I'm confident I to make this journey using drupalgap.org
What is DrupalGap?An Open Source Mobile Application Development Kit for Drupal websites.
DrupalGap has two parts...The Drupal Module opens up communication possibilities between a mobile app and the website. The Mobile Application Development Kit is used by developers to create custom mobile applications.
How does the module work?The DrupalGap module uses the Services …
Top DLSR cameras under $1,000
| Digital Photography School | 10 seen
A DSLR camera is an excellent option for photography enthusiasts, whether you're a professional photographer or just starting with your photography journey. DSLR cameras offer a range of features that can enhance your photography skills, including a range of manual controls, interchangeable lenses, and large image sensors that produce high-quality images.
In this article, we'll take a look at some of the top DSLR cameras under $1,000, which can provide you with excellent value for money.
A quick note: This article contains affiliate links to Amazon.com, by clicking on links on this page and by making a purchase on the Amazon site, I might earn an affiliate income from that.
Canon EOS Rebel T7iThe Canon EOS Rebel T7i is a highly versatile camera that comes packed with features, including a 24.2-megapixel APS-C sensor, 45-point autofocus system, and 6 fps burst shooting. The camera also comes with a vari-angle touchscreen, which allows you to capture shots from different angles. The Canon EOS Rebel T7i also includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC connectivity for easy file sharing.
Nikon D5600The Nikon D5600 is another excellent option for…
Start-up Challenge Georgia November 16-21, 2014
| Doing Business | 13 seen
I had an honour to participate in event called Start-up challenge Georgia, which was held in Sheraton Metekhi in Tbilisi, Georgia.
I had a chance to listen to speakers like James Chung, Spike Morelli, Marco Rubin and Warren Haber. Most interesting from what I hear I found on presentation of James Chung, his case study of investing venture capital in AgaMatrix company was pretty interesting.
Here is what this event is all about:
Startup Challenge Georgia
Georgia’s Innovation and Technology Agency is inviting all eligible applicants to participate in the Startup Challenge Georgia on November 16-21, 2014 in Tbilisi, Georgia. A weeklong training is open to entrepreneurs who have an early-stage technology startup or have an idea and thinking of productizing it.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria
• Must have a developed concept or product in a user-testing stage or already available on the market
• Product should be IT/web, mobile, energy, agriculture, or health
VALUE
• Participants will receive intense training…
My Barcelona Travel Guide - La Rambla, La Boqueria Market, Park Guell and even La Sagrada Familia
| Travel guides | 33 seen
This happened at the last days of October 2014, when after a week long travels around Catalonia we finally returned back to our starting point - Barcelona.
And so we decided to visit some local attractions. We all probably are familiar that one of the must have attractions in Barcelona is La Sagrada Familia cathedral, though we find this famous attraction, we refused to stay on a very long queue to get there in.
Another attraction we decided to visit was something Park Guell (again, though we find it - there was no parking place to park our car, and a person guarding parking lot - ordered us to drive away - we did, and didn't returned.
We had a chance to visit a market called La Boqueria, and most pictures you will find in this article, has been made there. In short - that's our Barcelona experience.
Bicycles on streets of Barcelona
Souvenir shops
La Boqueria Market in Barcelona
At La Boqueria Market in Barcelona
Fresh juices at La Boqueria Market in Barcelona
Olives at La Boqueria Market in Barcelona
La…
TBSC consulting - upgrade from Joomla to Drupal
| Drupal Development | 12 seen
TBSC consulting approached me for help - to help them out to secure their existing site, which was built on Joomla.
As a true Drupaller I offered them - can we switch CMS from Joomla to Drupal? And they agreed. Here is what we got:
TBSC Consulting Front Page
This site is built with help of some standard Drupal modules, and is availiable in two languages (English and Georgian)
TBSC Georgian
Although work on this site didn't request a lot of creativity - we were doing just migration of site, technical things were pretty harsh - main problem was to extract content and users from existing Joomla site, and then import it to Drupal site. But before that - here is a scenario which led me to suggest Drupal over Joomla:
So I got another Joomla site request to perform a Joomla major Upgrade from 1.5 to 2.5.
I thought, hell, why not - let's fix this site, by not converting it to Drupal (As I usually do), but let's stay on Joomla.
Site works, there has been no hackers yet. So I started to do Joomla upgrade. At first I made a minor upgrade, to update Joomla database to latest stable. I was reading a lot…
Autumn in Tsinandali - Alexander Chavchavadze House Museum
| Tourism objects | 34 seen
This was a great Saturday - our friend took us on a Kakheti drive - we went to Telavi (they have a great market there), Tsinandali (here is a house museum of Alexander Chavchavadze) and then we went to Royal Batoni near Ilia;s lake close to Kvareli. I decided to capture something from all of it - and in this post you will find pictures I captured at Alexander Chavchavadze house museum.
First time I was here around 3 years ago, also in month of November. Respecting traditions - then (first time) I didn't visited museum itself - just park, today we decided - why should we visit museum (what there might be so cool?), so just park, and some buildings we managed to get in :)
Autumn in Tsinandali
Bamboo trees at Tsinandali
Labyrinth and tree of Wishes at Tsinandali
Alexander Chavchavadze park
Restaurant
Trees at Tsinandali museum park
Trees at Tsinandali museum park
Entrance in Winery
Entrance in Winery
Hall
Wine Cellar
View to park
Those lovely colors…
Average Salary in Georgia = $442 in 2013
| Macroeconomics | 7 seen
Today I red an article pointing out about average salary in Georgia.
It was interesting finding for me to learn that average salary in Republic of Georgia in 2013 was about $442 or GEL 773.
Turns out it's about 8.5% growth if compared to 2012.
Though there is a pretty huge inequality of how many receives man and women.
So in 2013 men received average salary of $526 (GEL 920) while women got just $334 (GEL 585).
Source: http://newsgeorgia.ru/economy/20141112/217127602.html