The author archives their tech blog, revealing a loss of enthusiasm for writing about technology while expressing a desire to explore personal interests in future writing.
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Juan, a Full-Stack engineer and amateur archivist, shares insights on automation, web development, and data hoarding. Enjoys photography, reading, and collecting physical media.
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The text discusses the value of simple, reliable technology that supports productivity without demanding constant attention. It highlights specific tools and apps that embody this concept, emphasizing the importance of dependable ...
0My Relationship With Coffee
2025-02-06 • healthy lifestyle coffee procedure
The author discusses their evolving relationship with coffee, influenced by their upbringing and adult life. They started with a complex coffee-making routine, then switched to a more convenient method, and eventually rediscovered...
0The Bene Gesserit Training Manual on Governments
2025-01-11 •
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0Embracing the Moment
2025-01-05 •
The text reflects on embracing the present moment amidst the uncertainty of the future, finding freedom in shedding 'what-if' scenarios, and grounding oneself in the chaos of now. It emphasizes living unreservedly in the present, ...
0Is stuff online worth saving?
2024-12-20 •
The blog post discusses the value of saving digital content, despite the chaotic and fleeting nature of the online landscape. It emphasizes the importance of active curation and creating a sanctuary for meaningful digital experien...
0We Are Having Too Many Meetings
2024-10-22 •
The blog post discusses the negative impact of excessive meetings on productivity and morale in the tech industry. The author advocates for a shift towards asynchronous communication to allow for deep work and authentic collaborat...
0Reading List 9
2024-10-16 •
The author reflects on the past month, which has been exhausting due to moving into a new home. They share a link dump and discuss how big life changes have led to reflection on what is important to them. The main focus is on enjo...
0One-Thing Apps
2024-09-20 •
The blog post discusses the appeal of single-purpose apps, which focus on doing one task exceptionally well, as opposed to super-apps that try to solve multiple problems but often become chaotic. It highlights the Unix Philosophy ...
0Reading List 8
2024-09-16 •
Juan shares his monthly reading list, focusing on complex computing topics. He highlights articles on the effectiveness of rebooting computers, the process of pressing a key in a terminal, the potential recreation of Bell Labs, Ex...
0Reading List 7
2024-08-15 •
Juan shares his favorite articles about fighting for what's important on the web, emphasizing the importance of preserving data and relationships. He finds hope in people online who create content and build communities, making the...
0The Mac's Balancing Act
2024-08-13 •
The blog post discusses the balance between security and functionality in macOS, highlighting the frustrations of power users with increasing security measures. It also delves into the issue of bloated software and the market-driv...
0On Owning Your Music
2024-08-06 •
The author discusses their dissatisfaction with streaming music services like Spotify and Apple Music, leading them to transition to owning their music through platforms like Plex, Qobuz, and Ototoy. They highlight the challenges ...
0Analog Memories
2024-08-02 •
The author reflects on the importance of capturing memories through physical photos, inspired by childhood nostalgia and a desire for a more tangible connection to moments. They discuss the impact of digital storage on memory pres...
0Reading List 6
2024-07-19 •
Juan shares his favorite podcasts to listen to while working, focusing on cybersecurity stories from Darknet Diaries. He highlights 4 of his absolute favorites and describes them as truly insane.
0On Buying Physical Media
2024-06-25 •
The blog post discusses the challenges faced by collectors of physical media in the age of streaming, including scarcity, varying quality, and predatory pricing. It highlights the importance of online communities in navigating the...
0AI Is Ruining The Internet
2024-06-21 •
The blog post discusses the deceptive practices of AI companies, specifically focusing on Perplexity AI, in scraping online content without permission. It highlights the negative impact on content creators, web users, and the inte...
0Reading List 5
2024-06-17 •
Juan shares his favorite articles he re-read recently on a long flight, including pieces on the web, semiconductor factories, Mark Zuckerberg's lost notebook, hacking AOL, and the French hacker-artist underground. He appreciates s...
0The Timeless Allure of Physical Media
2024-06-04 •
The blog post discusses the enduring allure of physical media in a digital age, highlighting the benefits of quality, reliability, and personal connection. It emphasizes the sensory experience, permanence, and cultural significanc...
0Reading List 4
2024-05-31 •
Juan shares a list of interesting articles he caught up on during a dentist appointment, including topics like book theft, cheese hoarding by the government, and fictional languages in 'Dune'. He expresses excitement about the qua...
0Archiving Data for Posterity: My Move to M-DISC
2024-05-10 •
Juan discusses the importance of data preservation and his move to M-DISC for archiving digital data. He explains the purpose, rationale, setup, cost considerations, and practical aspects of using M-DISC for long-term data securit...
The blog post discusses Meta's history of data privacy concerns, manipulation of content, and smear campaign against TikTok. It highlights the xenophobia underlying the TikTok ban and questions the government's transparency in han...
0Reading List 3
2024-04-15 •
Juan shares insights on the fragility of the internet and the lack of resources in maintaining the deep-sea fiber cables that connect the world. He discusses community-managed networks as a solution to the lack of basic internet a...
The blog post discusses the highs and lows of using GitHub Copilot, an AI-based code completion tool. The author initially found it helpful but eventually decided to stop using it due to becoming too dependent on it, its unreliabl...