Yeah, with Textmate you can download something which just sets all the colors up for you. I’ve toyed around in the colors preferences a little, so I’ve gotten it something like what I want - but to be honest I think I’m gonna stick with Textmate as I can code stuff much quicker, especially with the EE bundle.
And yes, yes it is! I found out that Microsoft allow you to view your avatar online at (in my case) http://avatar.xboxlive.com/avatar/deadfrog1976/avatar-body.png, so I thought why not.