My latest thoughts on AI
Here’s the thing. People are saying “It’s not like blockchain”. And it really is, from my vantage point.
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One does not simply update one’s dependencies
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.
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I am ACTUALLY good at programming
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.
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Are we ready for simpler devices
You make a small, high-quality piece of hardware that embraces constraints and does one or two things really well. I actually want that.
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RocketBooks and my settled productivity system
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!
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A week-long Playdate?
I'm SO addicted to Root Bear. But what do I think of my new little Playdate console after a week?
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“Never Forgive Them” – What to do with Ed Zitron’s essay on the “Rot Economy”
A simple, succinct version of Ed Zitron's essay on the Rot Economy
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Craftsmanship vs Perfectionism
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...
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AI/Copilot and deterministic code refactoring
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.
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I’m not sure I understand themes any more – a strange journey through old WordPress code.
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.