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  • One does not simply update one’s dependencies

    2025-04-04

    I started trying to explain what I was doing and why, and as I did so I realised all the many, many things you have to understand for this process to make sense.

  • I am ACTUALLY good at programming

    2025-03-05

    The last few weeks have shown me that OOP, types, static analysis, linting - good developer tooling! - is all really good and actually helpful on larger codebases and when working with teams. I had an inkling, but now I'm actually feeling it.

  • Are we ready for simpler devices

    2025-02-03

    You make a small, high-quality piece of hardware that embraces constraints and does one or two things really well. I actually want that.

  • RocketBooks and my settled productivity system

    2025-01-26

    It recently occurred to me that, after frequently bouncing between tools and techniques, I have a pretty settled productivity system these days. And my Rocketbook planner is at the centre of this. So I thought I'd write it up!

  • A week-long Playdate?

    2025-01-26

    I'm SO addicted to Root Bear. But what do I think of my new little Playdate console after a week?

  • “Never Forgive Them” – What to do with Ed Zitron’s essay on the “Rot Economy”

    2025-01-26

    A simple, succinct version of Ed Zitron's essay on the Rot Economy

  • Craftsmanship vs Perfectionism

    2024-12-30

    I struggle to get started sometimes. I don't think it's perfectionism. Bit I've realised it may be what I've decided to call "craftsmanship". Here's my thinking...

  • AI/Copilot and deterministic code refactoring

    2024-12-21

    I tested whether AI can accurately refactor code. Spoiler: It can't! But I had some fun and did some neat meta-programming along the way.

  • I’m not sure I understand themes any more – a strange journey through old WordPress code.

    2024-12-09

    Come on a journey with me as I - a an experienced developer - dive into old WordPress theme code, find myself in an enormous tangle, and question my life choices.

  • Old Tabs: Part 12

    2024-12-09

    My habit of keeping interesting things open in tabs on my mobile is still WAY out of hand. So I'm challenging myself to blog them as I close them down. 10 a day. This is part 11. You can call it part 2 of season 2 if you like. Yes, I had a LOT of open tabs!

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  • Did a firework party for the kids with hot dogs, a fire pit and smores!
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