Memory allocation problems in PHP have many causes, but the error reporting (such as it is) leaves much to be desired in finding a solution. Here’s one fatal memory error cause, and the fix, that is a MySQL 5.3 Community edition ‘feature’ that is particularly vexing. It also happens in version 5.2, but don’t know if if happens with 5.4. (more…)

Trite but still true, there’s no second chance to make a first impression. Odd that those peddling social network expertise seemingly ignore this and, perhaps, much else besides.
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