Mary Rotman
Mary Rotman is a Publicist at O'Reilly Media. She does a little bit of everything, from writing press releases and entering data to researching potential contacts and managing PR for O'Reilly's publishing partners.
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Find Your Inner Leprechaun - A St. Patrick's Day Limerick Contest
March 17 2010
Since our limerick contest was such a hit last year, we decided to host it again! Today, we're encouraging you to write a limerick that is either tech-themed or that references O'Reilly Media or one (or more) of our books, conferences, or webcasts. Anything goes, so long as it fits… read moreKevlin Henney on the Core Values of Programming - 97 Things Every Programmer Should Know
March 01 2010
Looking for new insight into programming? The newest installment in our 97 Things series might just be what you need. I had a chance to ask editor Kevlin Henney a few questions about the book earlier this week so I could understand a little bit more about programming essentials (and… read moreStaying Competitive in a Tough Job Market - Which O'Reilly books have helped you?
February 08 2010
With so many people searching for jobs, it's important to stay up on the newest technologies, or constantly improve in the areas you're already involved in. At O'Reilly, we publish books that help you zoom in on the details of specific programs and languages, so you can stay competitive in… read moreCharles Platt on the Basics of Electronics - Make: Electronics and Learning Through Discovery
December 10 2009
Want to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun, hands-on way? Author Charles Platt (@charlesplatt) has created a book in which you will explore all of the key components and essential principles through a series of fascinating experiments. I asked him a few questions about Make: Electronics earlier this… read moreDan Zarrella on Social Media Marketing - Advice from "The Social Media & Marketing Scientist"
November 24 2009
Are you looking to take advantage of social media for your business or organization? With easy-to-understand introductions to blogging, forums, opinion and review sites, and social networks such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, The Social Media Marketing Book will help you choose the best--and avoid the worst--of the social web's… read moreNovember 18 2009
In today's networked world, connecting with customers has never been easier. Savvy marketing professionals know that they must engage with individuals directly on the Web, and smart businesses know that their customers can be their best friends--with benefits. Darren... read moreOctober 07 2009
With the recent release of Windows 7: Up & Running, I asked author and Microsoft MVP Wei-Meng Lee a few questions about his new book, including why his motivation behind writing the book and what this book can do for you. read moreShow Off Your O'Reilly Media Books!
September 15 2009
Have a bookshelf full of O'Reilly books like our Facebook Fans Michael Pelikan and Kay Bieri do? Use it to win more! Take a picture or record a short video of your books and post it on the O'Reilly Media Facebook Page before 5pm PT Thursday, September 17, for a… read moreAugust 20 2009
Nancy Conner, author of the newly released book Living Green: The Missing Manual, has made it her goal to show people just how easy it is to make your everyday lives just a little bit greener. In a recent conversation, we talked about the simple decisions we can all make… read moreJuly 17 2009
With all of the different ways to track your twittering friends, search for interesting tidbits of news, and keep an eye on those "trending topics," it seems like there are new twitter applications popping up every day! Tell us which app is your favorite, and why, for a chance to… read moreIgnite Sebastopol on June 10th
June 05 2009
Ignite is finally coming to Sebastopol, the hometown of O'Reilly Media! Join us June 10th at the Hopmonk Tavern for a night of contests, presentations, and overall fun. read moreDIY Projects from the Greater Bay Area
May 27 2009
We've been receiving all sorts of photos of your DIY projects for the past few days in response to the contest to win 2 weekend passes to Maker Faire. We will include all of the entries in this blogpost as they are submitted. We'll be accepting entries through the end… read moreMay 23 2009
As this year's Maker Faire gets ready to launch, San Mateo County Supervisor Carole Groom has declared May 30th & 31st "Maker's Weekend". Keep reading for more information on this official declaration as well as how to win 2 adult weekend passes to this year's Maker Faire. read moreJosh Clark on iWork '09: The Missing Manual
May 06 2009
I recently had a chance to catch up with Josh Clark, author of our newly released iWork '09: The Missing Manual. He had a lot to say about the new version of iWork, as well as a few tips & tricks to share to make the user experience even better.… read moreCelebrate Earth Day by Sharing Your Green Living Tips
April 22 2009
We're celebrating Earth Day in our offices today by running a contest on Twitter (@oreillymedia). We're asking people how they're living green, and we've been getting a lot of great responses! read moreWhat Brings Out Your Inner Geek?
April 14 2009
Colin Moock has admitted that he has an inner geek--now we're wondering what brings out yours. Stay tuned for a contest on Twitter (@oreillymedia) later today to let us know what brings out your inner geek and enter for a chance to win a copy of Moock's Lost ActionScript 3.0… read moreIgnite Show, Episode 7: Molly Wright Steenson on It's Really Just a Series of Tubes
April 03 2009
In this new episode of the Ignite Show, Molly Wright Steenson talks about the history of pneumatic tubes in our society. For more information about the Ignite Show or how to host your own Ignite event, see ignite.oreilly.com. read moreIgnite Show, Episode 6: Dr. Jayson Falkner on DNA Science, It Works!
March 25 2009
In this new episode of the Ignite Show, Dr. Jayson Falkner explains the latest in DNA Science, how its effected human evolution and what it's doing to our society. The title is a tribute to the classic XKCD cartoon "Science! It Works...". read moreTwo New Episodes of the Ignite Show
March 19 2009
The last two episodes of the Ignite Show feature talks from Ignite NYC II and Ignite Boudler, respectively. Keep reading to see presentations by Andrew Schneider on Experimental Performance Devices and Amber Case on Cyborg Anthroplogy. read moreWinners of the Limerick Contest
March 18 2009
We had such a fantastic response to our limerick contest yesterday that we decided to pick our winners in a special way. We wrote all the names down and put them in a cup, shook them up well, and started looking for people to pick out one of the three… read moreHappy St. Patrick's Day Contest!
March 17 2009
In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, we've decided to launch a limerick contest. We're encouraging you to write a limerick referencing O'Reilly Media or one (or more) of our books. Anything goes, so long as it fits the standard form of a limerick. We'll run the contest all day long… read moreComing Soon: Contests on Twitter
March 09 2009
For those of you who follow us on twitter (@oreillymedia) you may have noticed our occasional offers of advanced copies of books for review, or the chance to try out a new widget before it's officially released. We've decided to take that one step further today and run a contest… read moreIgnite Show Episode 3: Rob Gruhl on Buying a New Car
March 04 2009
This week's Ignite Show features Rob Gruhl. Rob loves to buy cars, but more than that he loves to bargain for cars. He shares his secrets today. This talk was filmed at Ignite Seattle III. read moreO'Reilly's Sanders Kleinfeld on Jeopardy: FTW!
March 03 2009
Last night, Sanders Kleinfeld made his debut on Jeopardy! and bet it all (well, almost all of it) on the Final Jeopardy! question to win! Originally from Summit, New Jersey, Sanders now calls Cambridge, Massachusetts home. He has been with O'Reilly since 2004 and excelled in a number of roles,… read moreIgnite Launches Weekly Video Series Highlighting the Best of Geek Culture
February 20 2009
Ignite captures the best of geek culture in a series of five-minute speed presentations on topics ranging from "The Best Way to Buy a Car" to "Hacking Chocolate" to "Transhuman Technology Trends." Imagine that you're on stage in front of an audience of hundreds of people, doing a five-minute presentation… read moreSitePoint aims to raise $100,000 for victims of the Australian bushfires
February 11 2009
Our publishing partner SitePoint, an Australian-based publisher, is raising money for victims of the devastating fires that have swept through New South Wales. They're offering a choice of 5 PDFs for just $29.95. All proceeds will go to the Australian Red Cross. read moreSitePoint's Newest Title: The Principles of Successful Freelancing
January 28 2009
SitePoint, one of our publishing partners, recently published a book entitled The Principles of Successful Freelancing. With the economy heading downhill and many people losing jobs, this title might be the one you need to see you through. Check out the free preview on sitepoint.com. read moreSarah Milstein Featured on SitePoint's Podcast
January 27 2009
SitePoint, one of our publishing partners, recently posted a new podcast entitled "Let's Get Twitter Out of Our System," which featured O'Reilly author Sarah Milstein. For more information about Twitter, be sure to tune in to her webcast, entitled Advanced Twitter for Business: Conversation, Community, and Profit--140 Characters at a… read moreJanuary 23 2009
You may have noticed Ignite events springing up around the world recently--maybe you've even had one in your town! Regardless of where you live, chances are there either has been or will be one in your area soon. From Denver and Boston to Helsinki, Bangalore, and Paris, Ignite events are… read morePogue's Top Ten Tips, Continued
January 21 2009
You may have seen the first five of David Pogue's "Top Ten Tips of All Time" in last week's post--here are the remaining five tips from him. And remember, if you can think of any other tips to add, leave a comment and I'll send you a copy of his… read moreDavid Pogue's "Top Ten Tips of All Time" for Digital Photography
January 16 2009
If you're ready to jump into digital photography or would like to increase the skills you already have, David Pogue's Digital Photography: The Missing Manual is just what you need. In this brand new book, bestselling author David Pogue provides a no-nonsense guide to the entire process, including how to… read moreNew Book Hot Off the Press: Photoshop CS4 Channels & Masks One-on-One
January 15 2009
With 12 self-paced tutorials and three hours of all-new video instruction, Photoshop CS4 Channels & Masks One-on-One allows you to learn at your own pace, while engaging you in real-world projects that have you try out actual techniques and learn concepts in a hands-on way. Keep reading for more information… read more10 Tips & Tricks from the Tasmanian Adventure
October 21 2008
As some of you may know, one of our authors, Mikkel Aaland, recently returned from a trip to Tasmania with a group of photographers and a team from Adobe. Below are tips & tricks regarding Photoshop Lightroom 2, as well as Mikkel's reflection on the trip. read moreGetting Ready for the Big Event
October 17 2008
Tomorrow's the big day for you guys--opening day of Maker Faire Austin! Which means today is the big day for all of us -- setting up booths, building tables, hanging signs, and watching everything take shape so you can have the best experience possible. Check out O'Reilly's User Group Flickr… read moreThe Talk Around the Water Cooler
October 15 2008
Our office is buzzing with excitement as people pack up and head out to Maker Faire Austin. It's a weekend packed with adventure and surprises -- until you've experienced it you can't describe it -- and even then sometimes it's hard! From crafts to fire to demos and robots, there's… read moreOctober 08 2008
One of the challenges in technical book publishing is finding ways to reach audiences beyond our core computer programming crowd. O'Reilly's publishing partner No Starch Press has recently implemented one such idea. Their newest series of books are Manga Guides, based on Japanese best sellers. These books will cover essential… read moreOne Way to Become an O'Reilly Author
September 25 2008
Interested in how to become an author for O'Reilly? One way is to make your opinions known on GetSatisfaction! Read more to see how author Rich Rosen both suggested and helped write the newest edition of Mac OS X for Unix Geeks. Also, enter to win a copy of the… read moreCupcake Champions at Ignite NYC
September 19 2008
Cupcake champions at an Ignite event? More like cupcake decorating... and it was a hit. From AC/DC battery cupcakes to a replica of the Golden Gate Bridge (albeit not to scale) to the winning iPhone cupcakes. This Ignite event was a huge success and kicked off the start of the… read morePractical Photography Advice You Can Take Anywhere
September 10 2008
The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D Companion is not a typical camera guide. Rather than just showing you what all the buttons do, this unique book teaches you how to use various Digital Rebel features to make great photographs. Through easy-to-follow lessons, this book gives you a complete class on… read moreAugust 29 2008
You might have heard that our Digital Media Evangelist, Derrick Story, was hired by Apple to photograph the Beijing Olympics and help other photographers in the Main Press Center get their images of the events processed and posted. Colleen Wheeler, an editor for our Digital Media division, recently blogged about… read moreAnnouncing the Adobe AIR Cookbook Cook-off!
August 13 2008
Think you can solve common Adobe AIR related coding problems? Then you qualify for the Adobe AIR Cookbook Cook-off contest sponsored by O'Reilly Media to celebrate the upcoming publication of the Adobe AIR Cookbook. During this contest, we invite you to submit your best solutions to common AIR coding challenges… read moreAugust 12 2008
Our Digital Media division here at O'Reilly just released a book that's a bit different from our typical style. Subtitled "The Art and Science of Creating Great Presentations," slide:ology focuses on practical approaches that combine conceptual thinking and inspirational design, with insightful case studies from the world's leading brands. This… read moreHow to Write Your Own Facebook Applications
August 07 2008
I recently had a chance to ask Jesse Stay, author of FBML Essentials a few questions about his book and just why it's so important right now. His book revolves around the fundamentals of the Facebook Markup Language--Facebook's version of HTML--which makes it easy to develop applications specifically for Facebook.… read moreDo You See in Lab Mode? Or in RGB?
August 06 2008
Any Photoshop user knows that achieving better color with a picture requires a little effort--but we also know that in the end it's worth it! In this week's episode of dekePod 003: Don't Fear the Lab Mode, Deke walks us through what you need to know in order to change… read more"Smart" Crafting and Fashioning Technology
July 16 2008
What will our homes and clothes look like 5 years from now? 10 years? 50 years? If one of our new books from Craft--Fashioning Technology--is any indication, it will involve a healthy dose of "smart" crafting--a term coined by author Syuzi Pakhchyan--to describe crafting with "smart" materials that react and… read moreJuly 10 2008
Have you ever found yourself struggling to remember a web address even though you access it all the time? Or maybe you're one of those people whose time is too valuable to type in the web address or look up the bookmarked file. Enter, Fluid. read moreRecent Posts | All O'Reilly Posts
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