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I approach software development from a personal place: I build tools that solve problems I encounter in my own life. Rather than keeping these solutions locked away or treating them as proprietary secrets, I believe in sharing what I create with the world. Software, to me, is most powerful when it’s open—when others can adapt,…
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The other day I saw this post from @thebasicappleguy reminding us of the launch plans for the original iPhone back in 2007. It got me thinking — what does that $60/month actually look like in 2025 dollars? Rollback to 2007, it wasn’t cheap. The plan? $60/month got you: 450 voice minutes 200 text messages Unlimited…
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Summary: After a year with Matic, it’s clear this AI-powered robot cleaner is in a league of its own. From rock-solid hardware and consistently reliable cleaning to seamless software updates and effortless daily use, Matic has exceeded my expectations—even outperforming big-name competitors in real-world tests. Its larger size means it can handle thresholds and carpets,…
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Imagine a screen that doesn’t demand your attention — one that quietly updates throughout the day with just the info you want. No glowing LEDs. No noise. No distractions. That’s the promise of TRMNL, a flexible, open-source display platform built around E Ink and simplicity. Originally launched through crowdfunding in 2024, TRMNL is now available…
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Summary: With Pocket shutting down, I explored better ways to save and archive web content and found two standout options: SingleFile, a simple browser extension that lets anyone create secure, portable backups of web pages with a single click—no technical expertise needed—and KaraKeep, an open source, self-hosted tool for those comfortable following basic instructions, offering…
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Matic is a promising AI-enabled robotic cleaner with advanced navigation capabilities, adapting to changes in the living space. Despite being taller than average, it offers exceptional cleaning in low-light conditions and impressive battery life. Privacy is prioritized, with all data staying local. With NVIDIA AI chips, it’s priced at $999.
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Soooo…. WordPress just integrated AI writing into its editor. I have thoughts, but wanted to ask our AI overlords what it thought… I can see some bias! AI Automatic Blogging: The Power of Augmented Content Creation AI is revolutionizing content creation across sectors, from journalism to advertising. Blogging is no exception to this trend, with…
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It has been a bit difficult keeping up with the many new social networks out there but most of the time there is an easy way to federate your posts. The exception as of June 2023 is BlueSky. However, with a little bit of time, you can FOR FREE create a tool to allow you…
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Ever since I got my pre-2021 Tesla Model 3, I’ve loved almost everything about the car—except for the clunky, outdated charging options for my iPhone. I always wanted something that looked like it belonged in the car from the start, but with all the convenience of Apple’s MagSafe system. That desire led me to tackle…
