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[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

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[David McCarter (Microsoft MVP) @realDotNetDave]

Took the GitHub Copilot Agent for a real-world spin on Spargine unit tests.
Some results were impressive.
Some were baffling.
Some were a complete mess.
Here’s what worked, what broke, and what still needs serious improvement.
https://t.co/1kprpz6YAH
#GitHub #Copilot #MVPBuzz

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

@realDonaldTrump This is what children post, not presidents.

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

Today, @ChatGPTapp apparently forgot how to create a PNG with a transparent background.

Not “slightly transparent.”
Not “white background pretending to be transparent.”
Actually transparent.
Technology is amazing… until it isn’t.

Beyond frustrating.😠

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

Lighthouses always reminded my mother of hope, strength, and finding your way home.
I created a new collection of lighthouse photos and AI-inspired images in her memory. I hope they shine a little light for you, too.
Prints available here: https://t.co/xmOzEooEXw
#Lighthouse

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

This Is It
This is your life.
No rewinds. No do-overs.
Make it count with the time you have.
https://t.co/zU0d9XmJsz
#ThisIsIt #Life

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

I finally saw King’s X live—and had the privilege of photographing them at The Rock Box in San Antonio.
No tracks. No tricks. Just monster tone, killer musicianship, and a crowd that knew every word.
Photos, videos, and my full write-up:
https://t.co/5rMg8oaAWP
@kingsx

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

🎨 Beyond photography, I’ve been crafting graphic art for decades — thousands of pieces filled with color, story, and heart. Browse the gallery, discover a favorite, and help support independent art:
https://t.co/bvfHa88v9G

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

I watched the first episode of Star City last night and I’m done.

It takes place in Russia. The characters are Russian. Yet somehow nobody speaks Russian or even attempts a Russian accent.

Apparently, Apple TV cast the Soviet space program from a London pub.

Swing and a miss.

[Apple TV @AppleTV]

Safety is not guaranteed.

The first two episodes of #StarCity are now streaming on Apple TV.

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

Saturday night, I had the privilege of photographing the legendary King’s X at The Rock Box in San Antonio.

What an unforgettable night of music, energy, and pure rock ’n’ roll.

Article and photos coming soon.

Stay tuned. 🎸
@kingsx

[David McCarter (Microsoft MVP) @realDotNetDave]

Enterprise .NET rule:
If it doesn't compile, add a NuGet package until it does.
#GeekHumor

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

My near-future novella, Reboot, is now available for pre-order on Amazon for only $0.99!

That’s less than a bad cup of gas station coffee—and a lot more thought-provoking.

Grab it before the future catches up with us.
https://t.co/iznoeLFBsl
#Reboot

[David McCarter (Microsoft MVP) @realDotNetDave]

G’day, Australia! 🇦🇺

You’re the #2 country hitting https://t.co/if8DVQich4 today. That rocks!

How can I help you rock your code?

I’d love to come speak at a conference down under someday. Australia is definitely on my bucket list. 🎸
#Australia #dotnet

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

Built into Sedona’s red rock like it belongs there, the Chapel of the Holy Cross is one of Arizona’s most unforgettable sights.

Download this photo from my gallery and bring a little Sedona magic to your screen.
#photography #sedona #Arizona
https://t.co/0yHTPfjS2t

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

After suffering through multiple cheap no-name dash cams from China, I finally thought, “Fine, I’ll buy a brand-name one.”

So I bought a @Garmin.

Turns out the logo is better than the camera.

Very disappointed.☹️

[David McCarter (Microsoft MVP) @realDotNetDave]

GitHub Skills for Visual Studio are powerful, but they’re missing something important: real prompt examples.

So I started building my own.

I’ve added `prompts.md` files to help make these skills easier to use and extend:
https://t.co/9GOBfW5Dqz

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

From $10 tickets to $6,000 seats.
Concerts didn’t get “better” — they got hijacked.
Monopolies, greed, and fees that cost more than entire shows used to.
I broke it all down.
🔗 https://t.co/nYQBjBPVpZ
#Concerts @Ticketmaster #StreamingServices #Greed #monopoly @LiveNation

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

I'm a tech and software engineering enthusiast who designs images for websites, presentations, and videos. I can also create custom images for your projects! View and purchase here: https://t.co/ZayBMCXbg6
#GraphicArts #Technology

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

Dear @paramountplus, I will NEVER subscribe to your streaming service ever again for airing bullshit like this, degrading the People's house forever!
#UFCWhiteHouse @ufc

[David McCarter @DavidMcCarter]

Nothing says “health journey” like ignoring the fine print because TikTok, influencers, and vanity told you it was totally fine.
Maybe ask your doctor before taking medical advice from a trend.
#GLP1 #Ozempic #WeightLoss #Health

[David McCarter (Microsoft MVP) @realDotNetDave]

That innocent-looking dictionary lookup in your .NET code?
Yeah… it might be doing double the work in hot paths.
I break down the anti-pattern, the analyzer warnings, and why it matters.
#dotnet #dotnet10 #MVPBuzz
https://t.co/L3yTMjMAXD