The Universe Starts with U: A Nature-Based Spirituality
Exploring a nature-based spirituality grounded in physics, quantum consciousness, and the profound mystery of conscious existence in a participatory universe.
The Hidden Lifecycle Cost of Every Feature
Discover the hidden ongoing costs of software features that extend far beyond initial development. Learn to calculate true ROI and make better decisions.
I'm Glad I Started Coding in the Mid-2000s
A nostalgic look at web development in the mid-2000s when the web was simpler, faster, and more human. Simpler times led to better software.
Kokeshi vs Lego: Two Philosophies of Software Architecture
Two fundamental software architecture approaches: nested abstractions like Russian dolls versus composable pieces like Lego blocks. Learn when to use each.
Why Technical Interviews Are Broken (And How Talent Agents Could Fix Them)
Technical interviews test everything except what matters for the job. Developers need talent agents like actors and writers to fix the broken hiring process.
The Pragmatic Engineer's Manifesto: Beyond Hype, Toward Solutions
Why asking the right questions and solving your own problems matters more than following trends or memorising algorithms.
Why Every Developer Should Know About Double-Entry Bookkeeping: And It's Not About Accounting
Discover why double-entry bookkeeping, a 500-year-old accounting practice, is actually one of the most elegant software architecture patterns for building financial systems.
Why Legacy Software Design Sucks (And How to Prevent It)
Learn why software becomes unmaintainable legacy code and practical strategies to prevent your systems from becoming the next developer nightmare.
In Defense of New Media: Why Books Aren't Always Better
Challenge the assumption that books are superior to modern media. Discover why new media formats might be better for learning and information consumption.
The Invisible Art of Good Management
Learn why the best managers are invisible like good referees. Discover the art of management that enables teams through support rather than grand gestures.
The Uncomfortable Truth About Sounding Wise
Discover why true wisdom means resisting the urge to rationalize troubling behaviour with wise-sounding explanations that make everyone feel comfortable.
Rethinking Ownership: Teams, Code, and Product Responsibility
Rethink traditional ownership models in software development. Learn how shared team responsibility for outcomes improves code quality and user satisfaction.