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Glossary of Terms

What are BURPs?
BURPs are Big Ugly Rock Pieces. See BURP Examples and Pictures for more information.
What is the .NET Micro Framework?
the .NET Micro Framework is a subset of the .NET Framework. This Micro Framework is designed for use on small, embedded devices. This allows the developer to use the C# .NET programming language, with Visual Studio to developer their applications.

Microsoft Says…

The Microsoft .NET Micro Framework combines the reliability and efficiency of managed code with the premier development tools of Microsoft Visual Studio to deliver exceptional productivity for developing embedded applications on small devices.

The .NET Micro Framework brings a rich, managed-code environment to smaller, less expensive, and more resource-constrained devices. Requiring only a few hundred kilobytes of RAM and an inexpensive processor, the .NET Micro Framework was built from the ground up to let you build applications using familiar Visual Studio development tools.

What is an AFOL?

Adult Fan Of LEGO – An adult who collects, builds, or otherwise enjoys LEGO bricks.

What is an TFOL?

Teenaged Fan Of LEGO – Similar to AFOL, just of the “teenager” years.

What is an NLS?

Non-LEGO Spouse (your spouse, who doesn’t share your LEGO enthusiasm).

What is an NLSO?

Non-LEGO Significant Other (See NLS)

What is an NLF?

Non-LEGO Friend – other people in the lives of AFOLs

What is a Vignette?

Vignettes is a small scene built on a LEGO baseplate that measures 8×8 studs or smaller.   (Also see Bignette)

What is a Bignette?

Bignettes is a scene built on a LEGO baseplate that measures 8×8 studs or larger. (Also see Vignettes)