"It's so much easier to see the world in black and white. Gray? I don't know what to do with gray..." - Garrus Vakarian
Summary
With over sixteen years in software, my career is a blend of passion and expertise. Since beginning in the early 2000s, I've worked across a variety of platforms, tech stacks, and disciplines, spending the past decade dedicated to building dynamic web experiences with a focus on front-end technologies.
My approach to technology is fueled by curiosity, a forward-looking perspective, and a dedication to constant improvement. These qualities empower me to tackle challenges both within and beyond my primary expertise. I'm also deeply committed to mentoring and sharing knowledge, aiming to inspire both my team and the broader professional community.
Being a Technology Enthusiast
For me, working with computers is more than just a job and rather, it's a genuine passion that extends beyond the office. My interest spans both software and hardware, leading me to regularly contribute to open-source projects and participate in online developer communities. I love experimenting with all kinds of machines, not just computers, enjoying the exploration and tinkering process.
Hobbies & Personal Life
Guided by a scientific and methodical approach, I bring a sense of order and sincerity to every aspect of my life. Outside of work, I enjoy optimizing workflows, tinkering with gadgets, and relaxing with role-playing and strategy video games. I also have a unique fascination for cars, particularly the art of driving manual. Through this mix of technical skills, organization, and diverse interests, I find fulfillment in both my personal and professional life.
My Recent Activity at @myTerminal@fosstodon.org
(Last Sync: 3/3/2026, 3:24:01 PM)
This week has been full of major improvements to my #Linux setup across my #ThinkPads. I now have:
1. Significantly faster boot times due to quicker #LUKS decryption by separating out #boot and #EFI into separate volumes.
2. Upgrade from #LUKS1 to #LUKS2 (while most of the rest of my setup)
3. Better visuals for LUKS passphrase prompts using (finally) #plymouth
I couldn't have asked for more improvements in barely two days.
And, that isn't all, as it also opens up potential to replace #GRUB with modern #bootloader options like #rEFInd or #SystemDBoot, at least for my #UEFI machines.
While I'm at it, I'm also evaluating a minimal rescue #Linux environment alongside my primary #VoidLinux setup. I've heard great things about #AlpineLinux, and I'm still looking for pointers on other "better" alternatives.
I attempted to document my fragmented learning in the world of #Web3 before #Web4 becomes a thing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgYzSX98ArU
I realize being yourself is extremely difficult. Much of the time, we're inspired by others whom we never met, and otherwise, the #people that we interact with want to turn us into them.
I hate being pulled into #meetings at the last minute. It not only proves that I wasn't an important participant for the meeting, but also wastes usable time from my planned work day that I clearly valued more than them. 😞
I've always wondered how "busy" people work without turning on "Conversations Mode" in their #Outlook Inbox.
Add to that the thousands of unread #emails they have as a flat list, just a quick glance at their screens gives me anxiety!
@DevWouter I just revisited the website and saw a lifetime license. I do understand that the workflow with #todo2d is pretty interactive in a way that one would need a larger workspace to be able to use it effectively, but by any chance, do you have plans for a mobile app? In case you do, and would need more brains/fingers/eyes, I can hook you up with a few experts who can help you move faster.
@virtuous_sloth My setup involves a fairly over complex graph on #Logseq, but I'd rather keep web bookmarks on #Raindropio. Flat lists don't work for me, especially once they grow tall such that I'm not able to see all the items at once.
@virtuous_sloth I have a similar way of operating, such that apart from the primary #todo platform, I also see the emails in my inbox, unpinned open web browser tabs, and "unsorted" web bookmarks as action items. There's barely a case when all (or even some) of them are empty, but it's almost always the other way around. Regardless, at least they're being captured somewhere so I can return back to them at a later point in time.
@virtuous_sloth To me, features like this should be used with a balance. Not bookmarking an important post would lead you to lose it, while on the other hand, bookmarking too many would make individual important posts get lost in the collection.
When you're trying to focus at the office, and cannot tune out to the "like... like... like... like... like..." from the lady across the cubicle! 😠
@mjj @killyourfm I have a similar approach where I'm almost everywhere my people are (unfortunately including #WhatsApp), but for the ones like us, it means carrying a sizable baggage for something that most people: (a) get done with only one platform which is often WhatsApp, and (b) do not even have to think/worry about.
@killyourfm And the people who advocate for them use it all wrong! I believe in using the right tool for the job, and man have I seen people use it stuff. :P
@killyourfm And again, the scale of the "micro" communities I've built isn't even remotely comparable to yours. 🤓
@killyourfm And because I am usually that one person who is often heard talking about "the next perfect" platform for the group, people tend to start ignoring me after a couple of "painful" switches, eventually going back to their #WhatsApp groups.
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