Recover NewForm.aspx from the dead in Sharepoint 2007

Have you nuked your NewForm.aspx  page in Sharepoint WSS/MOSS 2007?   This can happen if you remove the default list web part from the page and save the file.  The problem is apparently that any time you create a custom list form web part, it grabs the latest fields from NewForm.aspx not from the list settings. … Continue reading Recover NewForm.aspx from the dead in Sharepoint 2007

Consumer Reports on the iPhone

The Consumer Reports article slamming the new iPhone 4 is making major waves throughout the media.  The issue has been circulating quite a bit now in the blogosphere but seems to have really made it mainstream now. I can easily reproduce the issue on my phone.  And it is clear that many people can as well.… Continue reading Consumer Reports on the iPhone

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Understanding the Sharepoint CAML query

Sharepoint allows you to utilize web service calls to retrieve and manipulate data.  To do this though you will need to be able to write CAML to create your queries.  I found this site pretty useful when it came time to really dig into creating my own custom CAML-based Sharepoint queries.

Google Apps business email hosting with MediaTemple DV server

E-mail is a fundamental part of any business today.  Unfortunately, not all web hosting provides adequate email service.  From SPAM to webmail, there leaves a lot to be desired depending on your provider. MediaTemple’s DV server is a powerful option for any developer or business.  But the webmail and SPAM prevention just aren’t up to… Continue reading Google Apps business email hosting with MediaTemple DV server

Magic Mouse detected, but cannot configure fix

I picked up a couple of Magic Mice recently.  I wasn’t sure how I would like them but so far I am enjoying the multitouch goodness.  One thing that I ran into unfortunately is when paired with my Macbook Pro things didn’t work quite right. I could pair it easily, and even move the cursor,… Continue reading Magic Mouse detected, but cannot configure fix

How to create a Sharepoint theme and set it up for others to use

This is a pretty common task.  But one that there may be some “mystery” around if you haven’t done it before.  It is actually pretty simple once you get under the hood.  Check out these directions to find out how to create your own custom theme (based upon an existing one) quickly and easily. Note:… Continue reading How to create a Sharepoint theme and set it up for others to use

Sharepoint Designer: “The folder name is not valid” error

This is one of those random WTF kind of issues that I run into when trying to connect to Coke’s Sharepoint servers while not on VPN.  I think I have finally found a nice workaround which is painfully easy. Instead of clicking the option to open a site via the icon or File->Open Site simply… Continue reading Sharepoint Designer: “The folder name is not valid” error