This is my generic OMG-I'm-a-dumbass-but-I-will-press-on algorithm for success in life. It's not easy being a 21st century tech-neanderthal.

1. Realize that you have committed an act of stupidity.
2. Apologize to people affected by your stupidity.
3. Attempt to correct for your stupidity. Begging for help if necessary.
4. Ardently plan to prevent stupidity in the future.
5. :: post to your blog! ::