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Ruben Schade is an Australian with a passion for Australian trees, BSD, Racing Miku, Gravatars, AMD CPUs, remote work, warp drive technology, and Hi-Fi systems. He enjoys cycling, scooting, collecting POP UP PARADE figures, and woodworking.
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A falling out between two shock jock DJs in Sydney reveals the irony that bullies often cannot handle being mocked themselves.
Nostalgic reflections on early networking experiences, from serial cables to dial-up internet, highlight the author's journey into the world of technology.
Enforcing LLM restrictions in open-source software relies on trust and social contracts rather than rigid licensing mechanisms, highlighting the community's responsibility in maintaining integrity.
The post critiques the diminishing viability of 'future-proofing' in PC builds due to market shifts and manufacturer practices that prioritize short-term profits over consumer needs.
A salvaged Gigabyte GA-H170-HD3 motherboard is successfully revived through troubleshooting and component reseating, revealing an Intel i7-6700K CPU and onboard graphics.
The post critiques the reliance on AI tools in the Vim community, highlighting the burnout of maintainers and drawing parallels to substance abuse in the tech industry.
Gram is a versatile code editor forked from Zed, featuring strong performance and extensive language support, while the author shares their personal editor transition experience.
The post details personal CSS modifications to MediaWiki's Monobook skin to improve readability and usability on widescreen displays.
A nostalgic reflection on reel to reel tape machines highlights the author's fascination with vintage technology and its connection to personal identity and aging.
Increasing geo-restrictions in Australia due to age-gated legislation highlight the absurdity of blocking entire countries and the inaccuracies of GeoIP databases.
Moccona's French Style instant coffee is surprisingly palatable, challenging the notion that all supermarket instant coffee is subpar.
Australia Post's Parcel Locker service offers a secure delivery option, but many sellers struggle to recognize these addresses, causing delivery issues.
A web developer shares insights on HTML practices, design philosophies, and personal experiences in a candid Q&A format, emphasizing simplicity and authenticity.
IKEA's BILLY bookshelves can be creatively repurposed to store and organize retro motherboards, enhancing accessibility and workspace efficiency.
Ruben reflects on his webmaster journey, sharing insights on web design, personal websites, and the challenges of content creation since 1998.
Family wikis are essential for organizing thoughts and projects, with MediaWiki, PmWiki, and OtterWiki being recommended software options.
A guide on organizing RSS feeds in Thunderbird by creating folders under a 'Feed Account' for better management.
A nostalgic exploration of 1990s CD-ROM finds at Sydney charity shops, reflecting on personal memories and the quirks of outdated technology.
The author reevaluates their social media filtering rules after learning about the communication challenges women face online, emphasizing the need for understanding and flexibility.
Thunderbird is an effective cross-platform RSS client that integrates well with existing email features, though NetNewsWire remains the top choice for Mac users.
A personal journey through various screen resolutions highlights their impact on work and preferences, emphasizing the importance of clarity and aesthetics in display technology.
A chance encounter on the Sydney Metro reveals the frustrations of individuals struggling with outdated technology and the societal expectations surrounding smartphone usage.
Australia's biscuit culture is celebrated, with the author nostalgically declaring the Venetian as the best among many beloved varieties.
The author humorously addresses their blogging frequency and timestamp errors, reflecting on past habits and the challenges of maintaining a consistent posting schedule.