Kix Panganiban

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Personal blog (kix.dev) by Kix Panganiban. Site tagline/description: "In the audacious pursuit of things that spark joy."

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kix.dev

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Tech Reviewer Software Developer

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2025-10-04 • typescript python code bun rant

The author, a seasoned Python developer, shares his recent experiences transitioning from Python to TypeScript and Bun for software development. He highlights frustrations with Python's async workflows and type safety, contrasting...

2025-09-25 • productivity technology software development code ai

The author discusses the risks of complacency when using AI coding tools, particularly in the context of personal coding practices. They reflect on their experience with various AI tools like Github Copilot, Cursor, and Claude Cod...

2025-11-26 • productivity software development code cursor ai

The author discusses the preference for faster AI models over smarter ones in coding tasks, particularly for 'leaf node edits' which are simple, mechanical changes. They share personal experiences with ADHD that make waiting for A...

2025-10-09 • code thoughts and musings ai

The author discusses their experience with using Large Language Models (LLMs) for coding assistance, highlighting two main issues: LLMs' lack of traditional copy-paste functionality and their poor questioning skills. The author ar...

2025-11-28 • blogging website code

The blog post discusses the challenges of finding privacy-respecting commenting systems for blogs, specifically criticizing Disqus and recommending alternatives like Cusdis and Komments. The author expresses dissatisfaction with t...

2025-10-25 • code cursor ai

The author discusses their experience with Cursor, a coding tool, arguing that its user experience has declined since the introduction of Agent mode. They propose a 'dumb mode' that limits the tool's capabilities to basic editing ...

2025-10-23 • windows wsl ram

The blog post discusses the author's experience with high RAM usage on their system, specifically due to VmmemWSL.exe when using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). The author notes that while WSL reported only 6GB of RAM usage, th...

2025-09-27 • technology software development code ai

The author discusses the pitfalls of over-relying on AI coding tools, arguing that marketing hype leads to misconceptions about their capabilities. While these tools can generate functional code, they often produce work that lacks...

2023-03-15 • web development python text summarization hacker news ai

The author discusses their experience with HackerNews and the overwhelming amount of content available. To address this, they created HackRecap, a tool that summarizes top stories from HackerNews into bite-sized reads. The post de...

2024-05-14 • reviews iphone keyboard consumer electronics and tech gadgets mark fisher

Kix Panganiban reviews the Clicks keyboard for iPhone, expressing disappointment in its performance compared to on-screen keyboards. He highlights issues such as the need for precision, poor ergonomics, and a confusing key layout,...

2022-01-05 • apple mac apple m-series consumer electronics and tech gadgets technical research, reports and reviews

The author shares their experience with the M1 Pro Macbook after 14 days of use, highlighting its performance, energy efficiency, and overall user experience. They note that while gaming performance is mixed due to limited ARM-nat...

2025-11-30 • apple consumer electronics and tech gadgets superhuman

The author reflects on their experience of wearing the Ultrahuman Air after using an Apple Watch for seven years. While the Ultrahuman Air offers impressive health tracking features and a sleek design, the author realizes that the...

2025-09-26 • website media torrent plex home server

The blog post discusses the frustration of multiple streaming subscriptions in 2025 and introduces the concept of seedboxing as an alternative. The author shares their experience setting up a personal media server using a specific...

2025-11-21 • finance travel google philippines irl

The author shares their experience with the recent launch of Google Pay in the Philippines after a trip to Australia where contactless payments were prevalent. They detail the setup process for various cards, the ease of use at lo...

2025-09-28 • travel tips and advice airports family and group travel naia terminal 3 clark international airport

The author shares a frustrating experience at NAIA Terminal 3, highlighting issues such as overcrowding, uncomfortable heat, limited seating, and poor food options. Despite some improvements in the check-in process, the overall ex...

2025-11-26 • motivation personal development thoughts and musings bicycle

The author shares a personal experience of overcoming morning grogginess and reluctance to bike after a tiring day. Despite initial hesitation, they completed a 6K bike ride, which left them feeling energized and refreshed. The po...

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