La Rinconada, the highest year-round settlement in the world, faces severe poverty despite its gold mining economy. The town's population has decreased from 30,000 to around 12,000, and residents endure harsh living conditions wit...
The post critiques the use of 'skills' in AI as unpredictable and inconsistent, likening them to 'magic numbers' in programming that can lead to unreliable outcomes.
A comprehensive redesign of the author's website features a new monospace font, named CSS grid lines, and improved multi-page transitions for enhanced user experience.
The author reflects on the recurring experience of reading Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible' throughout high school, particularly focusing on a scene that critiques the hypocrisy and materialism of religious figures. The narrative dr...
The post highlights the new contrast-color() CSS function in Firefox and Safari, which enhances accessibility by automatically selecting contrasting foreground colors for design elements.
The author shares their negative initial experience with the game Rust, highlighting its violent and competitive nature compared to Minecraft. Despite this, they have become fascinated by the storytelling elements in Rust, such as...
The post explores the anxiety of waiting for impending disasters in Texas, both from cold weather and political instability, drawing parallels to the experience of childbirth.
The author reflects on the recent layoff of two friends from a megachurch and connects this experience to the role of faith-based communities in providing opportunities for individuals to showcase and develop their talents, partic...
Using nested contrast-color() in CSS can enhance focus rings for better accessibility, though alternative methods may be simpler and more effective.
The post demonstrates how to manipulate the contrast-color() function in CSS to adjust lightness on hover, enhancing design control and user experience.
The post discusses the limitations of contrast-color() in CSS and presents a workaround for using design system colors effectively while highlighting future possibilities.
The author discusses their experience with drawing dungeons on isomorphic grids and the frustration of sourcing suitable graph paper. They highlight the limitations of existing options and describe how they created a web-based too...
A personal reflection on the challenges and achievements of 2025, highlighting the importance of mental health and simplifying life amidst external chaos.
The author reflects on a challenging fall in Texas, marked by personal struggles with mood, health, and the pressures of daily life. They describe a busy family schedule, feelings of grumpiness, and the impact of political and eco...
Inkwell Games offers two daily puzzles, Stars and Fields, which increase in difficulty throughout the week. Stars is recommended for beginners, likened to a mix of Minesweeper and Sudoku. The puzzles include a 'Check' button that ...
Proposing a shift from complaints to constructive solutions, the post urges individuals to envision and articulate a better future across various societal issues.
The author shares personal experiences of joy and creativity during the holiday season, highlighting music, coding projects, and reflections on retro gaming.
Ari Miller, a New York-based beat maker, gained popularity through his viral street performances where he creates music live using a mobile production studio. He engages with strangers, inviting them to rap over his beats, showcas...
The blog post discusses Precious Plastic, an open-source plastic recycling platform created by the same team behind Project Kamp. It highlights the global plastic pollution crisis, noting that only 10% of plastic is recycled. Prec...
Frustrated by limited API access, the author decides to abandon certain side project ideas, opening up new creative avenues like game development and writing.
Clues By Sam is a daily logic puzzle game that involves uncovering a criminal conspiracy through a series of clues. The game features a simple if-this-then-that mechanic, where players deduce the innocence or guilt of characters b...
The blog post discusses Odd Artworks' Random Mini Dungeon video series, where the creator rolls dice to generate themes and requirements for drawing dungeons on paper. The process involves sketching, shading, coloring, and adding ...
The post discusses Project Kamp, a sustainable living community in central Portugal that focuses on cooperative living and environmental sustainability. The community shares their journey through a YouTube channel, addressing chal...
The author explores the detrimental effects of the internet on mental health and suggests a hierarchy of activities to promote healthier engagement.