"Your career is a pie-eating contest where the reward is more pie."
Thinking for a Living
Exploring Tech, Wellness, and Life's Adventures
I'm a software developer who brings ideas to life through code, a fitness enthusiast always striving for personal growth, a writer exploring diverse topics, and a dedicated parent. This is my little corner of the internet, which showcases my professional work and personal interests.
Recent Notes
Avoiding Career Traps in Software Development Keanu Reeves & China Miéville: The Book Of Elsewhere I bought "The Book of Elsewhere" on a whim. My family was on vacation in northern Washington State, and I came across it in a tiny bookstore. I might not have given it much attention in a different setting: I'd never heard of China Miéville before, and while I enjoy Keanu Reeves' acting, I never would have sought out any original fiction from him.
Transforming Ordinary Days into a Fulfilling Life What does a good day look like for you? I'm not referring to peak experiences: days on the beach, traveling in exotic locations, or having once-in-a-lifetime adventures. I mean in your day-to-day mundane life, what brings you joy, a sense of autonomy, and dignity?
Fei Fei Li: The Worlds I See In "The Worlds I See," Dr. Fei-Fei Li, a prominent figure in artificial intelligence research, presents a dual narrative: an abbreviated history of AI and a personal memoir. This work offers valuable insights into the field's evolution, viewed through the lens of Dr.
Balancing Growth and Self-Acceptance: The Master's Mind In every area of life, we all have room to grow and more to learn. It's important to remember this to stay humble and cultivate what's known as a "beginner's mind." But on the opposite end of the spectrum, it can be helpful to cultivate what could be called "the master's mind."