I've been curious about this for a while, so I thought I'd ask! A lot of people seem to refer to this Muppet character, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, in discussions, especially in the context of development teams. Is there a reason behind this choice for an avatar? Were you into ventriloquism before becoming a developer, or is it just a fun inside joke?
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For context, I’m trying to build an FAQ for Project Amber, and I see this Muppet everywhere. So I just had to ask about the inspiration behind it!
It's funny how you questioned the need for an FAQ but then ended up writing one! Quite the turnaround!
Dr. Bunsen Honeydew is a classic character! His stuffy demeanor is hilarious, especially when he finds himself in bizarre situations. The name "Honeydew" actually refers to the color and shape of his head. His first name is a nod to Bunsen burners too!
Thanks for those details! That really clears up a few things about his character.
Interesting trivia! I loved the Muppets but didn’t know that about his name!
I think the Muppet references really reflect a shared sense of humor among the team. Like one time, everyone on the compiler team changed their avatars to Muppets just for the fun of it. It adds a layer of camaraderie and lightness. Plus, Monty Python references also weave into this humor, which keeps things lively.
Thanks for explaining that! Now I get why the Muppets were chosen as avatars. It all ties together!
That’s a fun dynamic! I’ve noticed similar humor used in meetings.
Brian does some solid Muppet impressions! I’ve heard him do Yoda and Dr. Bunsen Honeydew before. The first time I heard it was during a conference when he responded to someone jokingly using a Sam the Eagle voice. It adds a fun twist to talks!
That’s awesome! I think I remember him doing a Yoda impression in one of his talks about Pragmatism. Gotta find it on YouTube!
Yeah, remember the talk where he impersonated Yoda? It was hilarious!
I wasn't a developer before I became a Muppet fan, it was the other way around for me! People call me "Professor Goetz" sometimes, which is pretty funny. That's why I chose Dr. Bunsen as my avatar, it just felt right!
Thanks for clarifying that! It makes sense since you and your team have really taught so many of us. Love the work you all do!
Haha, I appreciate the explanation! Dr. Bunsen Honeydew is a classic.
Haha, I noticed that too! It shows how passionate you are about the project.