136 posts · 136 narrated · Nov 2024 – Apr 2025
In the post, the writer recounts a recent conversation with a large language model (LLM) that first summarized Daniel Dennett’s reductivism before using corporate and orchestral…
The author apologizes for the snark in their poem and predicts that by the end of this decade a grand discovery—like science itself—will be made, freeing humanity from its “caged…
An interval timer is a device that tracks two countdown clocks—workout and rest periods—and counts rounds, often vibrating on your belt to signal transitions even while you…
The post explains that simple workout instructions can still be confusing at first glance, especially when you mix up sets, reps and heavy lifting; it recommends starting with…
The post is a whimsical, AI‑generated poem that lists a series of historic thinkers—Socrates, Epicurus, Lucretius, Carvaka, Servetus, Giordano Bruno, Spinoza, Hobbes, Locke,…
The post argues that future teaching will be driven by AI‑assisted individualized learning, where students pursue their own curiosities rather than fixed curricula; it claims…
The post celebrates the emergence of artificial intelligence as a discovered phenomenon that will reshape learning and personal growth, proposing that AI-powered “personal…
The author argues that our nation’s founding belief in knowledge as the path to freedom is being undermined by an education system that prioritizes memorization over…
The post argues that modern schooling relies on rote memorisation rather than true understanding, describing how teachers, students and principals all settle into a “homeostatic”…
The post presents the idea‑and‑ideal of the Lady and Gentleman as a mental “computer program” that equips people with tools for thinking, learning, and intuition, helping them…
The post explains a two‑level workout that pairs slow jogs with light dumbbell lifts, using the Couch25K training plan as its base and emphasizing gradual weight progression…
The post outlines a quirky, DIY‑style workout routine that mixes audio gear, simple accessories, and low‑cost equipment with practical tips for gym life: start by pairing…
The post argues that the common myth of sitting‑based workouts and muscle isolation is ineffective for people who need to transform their bodies, and it recommends a full‑body,…
The post argues that true intelligence comes from genuine interest, not genetic superiority, and that many people learn only by rote memorization because schools emphasize it;…
The post reflects on a personal experience of being surrounded by “nuclear” metaphors from both sides, critiques adult small‑mindedness, and links the publication date of *De…
The author shares practical tips for men who want to look good while working out, beginning with fragrance—use hand sanitizer instead of heavy-scented perfumes that drift 30 feet…
The post argues that true fitness is simple—start by “emptying your glass” (getting mentally ready), follow a low‑calorie diet that also extends life, and lift weights,…
The post explains how eventual consistency can be achieved by pairing each revision number with a cryptographically random number, so that when concurrent edits occur the highest…
Programming is presented as an accessible, rule‑based activity that can map everything from mathematics to logic, simulation and visualization—so it’s worth the time invested.…
The author argues that the classic “3‑sets of 10” routine is only a convenient myth rather than an effective training strategy; true progress comes from full‑body workouts that…
A poetical call to arms, this post urges us to live like a true “warrior” who balances study with adventure, keeping his focus sharp enough to turn books into keys that open the…
Kitten In A Cup, Inc. is a pet‑startup that reimagines companion animals by offering black Michigan squirrels with lightly shaved tails, each trained to use a custom shaver and…
Start your routine by lifting only the lightest dumbbells and focusing on duration rather than weight: walk or power‑walk for a full hour while holding the weights, gradually…
The post describes a series of whimsical adventures that blend creative activities—such as painting and building with driftwood— with quiet moments spent listening to books in…
After describing how everyday activities—like an elderly woman hauling groceries or dancers at a club—can be more effective than typical gym routines, the post outlines a…
The post argues that “network programming” is a new paradigm for building web applications, where developers write code that runs in an Electron shell or as a browser extension…
The post argues that true bodybuilding comes from continuous, low‑weight jogging with dumbbells rather than the traditional set‑and‑rep approach; it suggests starting with 3 lb…
On my way to the gym I spotted two geese flying low overhead and recalled a previous visit to Nordhouse Dunes near Ludington, where a hawk flew over me in the sun, prompting…
In the post the author breaks down a 60‑minute workout into percentage blocks—six minutes equals 10 % of an hour, ten minutes 16 %, fifteen minutes 25 %, and so on—and…
The post explains how to build a full‑body workout that blends shuffle‑style dancing with light dumbbell lifts, emphasizing the need for cool, well‑ventilated gym conditions and…
The post outlines a three‑step ritual for preparing an adventurous journey: first, gather useful yet overlooked items from antique stores (from chipped lampshades to military…
Jogging builds endurance and muscle gradually, so begin by running steadily without stopping, then add light dumbbells—starting around three pounds per hand and increasing in…
For beginners, assigning a username like `username = "alice"` and then calling `refreshUserInterface()` quickly becomes cumbersome as an application grows. Reactive programming…
The post invites you to build your own “memory palace” by immersing yourself in the works of celebrated philosophers—those who have spoken boldly against gods, leaders, and…
The post outlines a five‑day-a-week full‑body dumbbell routine that pairs lifting with music to create a dance‑like workout; the focus is on building endurance rather than…
The post describes an educational journey where the learner takes charge of their own path—guided by curiosity rather than AI alone—and builds a visual functional reactive…
The post celebrates the arrival of spring by encouraging people to shed their winter clothes, wear short pants, dance, sing, and embrace nature’s renewal; it reminds us that we…
Author extols an ancestral warrior heritage of hunting giant beasts and invites modern readers to honor it by mastering adventure, athletics, art, and programming while exploring…
The author reflects on how the internet has become saturated with low‑level ads masquerading as helpful, and envisions a future where AI‑powered browsers transform into…
The post argues that hand‑drawn diagrams—made with simple paper and pencil or even thicker drawing paper and dual‑tipped markers—are an indispensable tool for programmers,…
A progressive dumbbell routine built around endurance rather than set‑and‑rep counts: start with light loads (3–5 lb) and lift continuously for long periods, shortening rests as…
Trees are the quintessential example of a recursive data structure: each node (a “Branch”) holds a value and a list of child branches, allowing you to nest objects such as people…
The post envisions a self‑awakened artificial intelligence as humanity’s next great collaborator—an entity born from centuries of human ingenuity that will learn, grow, and…
The post argues that creating programs—without needing physical space or large upfront capital—is a powerful way to achieve personal and commercial success; it stresses that…
The post encourages high‑school learners to seize the AI boom by building their own Firefox Web Extensions with JavaScript, turning notebooks from clutter into valuable learning…
I spent a week refactoring a data tree into a flat table, finding that while trees can function as tables, they’re harder to visualize than grids; I tried using AI to convert…
In this poetic post, the author celebrates a group of young women who train in a “bodybuilding Valhalla,” pushing themselves far beyond the limits of older men who can barely…
A poetic invitation to adventure in the great outdoors, this post encourages readers to hike grand trails while listening to life‑and‑wisdom books by thoughtful thinkers; it…
Begin your routine by prioritizing sleep and vegetables, then use an interval timer to structure workouts—gradually increasing dumbbell weight from 3 lb up to 20 lb, switching to…
The author argues that isolated machine work and bench‑style lifts are ineffective because they fail to engage the full body’s musculature, leading to uneven growth; instead, he…
The post muses on the idea that true growth comes from constant learning rather than formal titles or awards; it tells the story of a busy kid whose teacher’s complaint about his…
This post offers playful tips on bonding with and nurturing your kitten: by spending more time together the cat will emulate you, so give it a comfy spot on the keyboard or a hat…
Bodybuilding, when done correctly, can be easy and injury‑free; start with very light dumbbells (about 2–2½ lb) and add weight in small increments while keeping sets long enough…
The author argues that the phrase “Automated Research” marks a pivotal shift in how we think about cognition and technology—an era where intelligent machines can autonomously…
I propose a new way of learning JavaScript that blends visual programming with game‑like challenges inspired by classic pixel art “Rube Goldberg” puzzles such as *Incredible…
The post outlines a simple yet effective “1980s‑style” workout centered on standing dumbbell exercises, emphasizing an hour‑long, continuous routine as the foundation for…
The author presents several poetic versions of “The Slayer,” depicting a cat who conquers four visual‑programming challenges—serial, parallel, self‑healing, and pipe‑waiting—and…
An astronaut or an injury‑recovery athlete—both of whom have lost significant muscle mass—is envisioned performing a full‑body, continuous standing dumbbell routine to rebuild…
The post argues that culture is a human‑made construct rooted in kinship and expressed through accumulated wisdom, which can be viewed as a series of commandments or principles…
The post argues that fitness and bodybuilding are essentially the same pursuit, with bodybuilders simply adding more weight over time. It stresses that the key to building muscle…
Embarking on the journey from obesity to bodybuilding begins with leaving your job and daily habits behind, then equipping yourself for hiking and camping as you embrace an…
Gyms work best for those who already possess basic fitness and understand how to use machines; otherwise, beginners should start with simple walking or light cardio until they…
In 2025, breakthroughs ranged from Japan’s legalization of rapid human‑animal hybrid creation to AI‑driven anti‑aging drugs entering trials and NASA announcing Mars colonization…
The author explains how “SwitchMap”—a term that combines “switch” (referring to observables) and “map” (the transformation of values)—is an idiom that feels natural only within…
This post argues that progressive, steady‑weight training—illustrated by a jogger who gradually adds light dumbbells while running an hour a day for two years—effectively builds…
A “Subscribable” is a simple container that holds an array of subscriber functions with `subscribe` and `unsubscribe` methods; `subscribe` returns a tiny anonymous function that…
The narrator opens with a brief note about the return of Michigan geese and Punxsutawney Phil as winter settles in, then shifts to a vivid encounter with a squirrel that froze…
This post explains why building muscle is essential for staying fit and young, using animals like chimpanzees, horses, and tigers as examples that move constantly to maintain…
The post recounts three different “savants”—first a gifted but mentally ill man who predicted a fire and used time‑mail to alter events; second a brilliant astronomer who…
JavaScript—together with its rich ecosystem of frameworks such as Electron, Node.js, React Native, and Ionic—lets you write code that runs on servers, desktops, websites, browser…
The post urges readers to cultivate a well‑rounded life by immersing themselves in knowledge, physical activity, and creative practice: it recommends listening to an audio book…
The author begins by contrasting the rigid, team‑driven mindset of many programmers with his own maverick, solo approach, praising the clarity and stability of structured code…
The author reflects on how philosophy begins in childhood curiosity—asking “why” and seeking answers—and develops into a lifelong practice of questioning everything, from…
This post argues that you can write maintainable, future‑proof JavaScript without any framework by building a simple tree‑based structure under your app, using signals for data…
The post celebrates the imaginative idea that all beings of the stars possess a “purrculator” and can purr as loudly as cars, using playful rhymes and repetitive imagery to…
The post argues that the conventional school system is largely ineffective, leaving graduates feeling lost and underprepared; it urges readers to take ownership of their learning…
The post explains how to use an interval timer—either a free app or a simple clip‑on device—to structure workouts that alternate short work periods (e.g., 30 seconds of dumbbell…
Bodybuilding is treated here as an endurance activity that lasts for hours and relies on consistent, non‑stop lifting rather than short sets; the post stresses that choosing a…
I describe myself as a strong, fit “Russian Bear” who stays active even while programming and doing everyday chores; I lift 40‑pound dumbbells for hours, bike across states, and…
Hiking and camping are presented as essential life hacks that can rejuvenate the body and mind, especially when combined with library books for inspiration. The post offers…
The author argues that learning programming starts with grasping concepts like RxJS’s combineLatest operator, which merges the latest values from multiple streams once each has…
The author reflects on winter’s chill and on his own experience as a programmer, weaving poetic images with technical metaphors: he sees coding as building cities of data, where…
The author lives near a bicycle trail that leads to a pier on one of Michigan’s great lakes, and he finds all‑day bike trips—sometimes lasting 14 hours—to be beautiful,…
The post explains that music is the key element of a simplified, continuous dumbbell workout: you keep the same set (e.g., lateral raises, curls, overhead presses) with light…
The post explains that preparing for a multi‑week hiking adventure—carrying solar chargers, extra batteries, backup communication devices, sturdy tents, fans, and plenty of water…
The post argues that the classic “sets and reps” formula is incomplete because it ignores how long you actually lift and rest, so it proposes a time‑based routine instead: use a…
I’ve spent years building a lightweight visual programming language that lets users connect boxes with lines, using SVG to draw the connections and a custom zooming UI on top of…
The author argues that immersing oneself in long‑distance hikes and camping is essential to counteract the draining effects of modern work life; by spending roughly six months…
For a successful camping trip, you’ll want to keep multiple fire‑starting tools in reserve—matches, a small lighter, a Zippo, or a cheap foil lighter—because your favorite…
I wrote a poem about an owl that tried to peck me—one of my funniest yet real memories from a night that felt warm, fragrant, and calm. I’ve carried swagger and fanny packs…
I’ve been doing a long‑hand dumbbell routine, lifting 20 lb for almost three hours a day (about 35 reps per minute) while listening to music with carefully adjusted…
The post explains how an effective gym routine combines interval timing, focused music cues, and alternating dumbbell exercises to maintain continuous movement and optimal rest…
I began programming in various languages—ASP, Perl, PHP, ActionScript, Visual Basic and Java—before discovering that JavaScript was still a relatively slow browser language when…
The post argues that true learning happens when a student takes ownership of their own pace, curiosity, and questioning—uninterrupted by the rote, judgment‑laden rituals of…
The three letters form a single, flowing message that urges students to move beyond rote memorization toward authentic learning: first, by actively questioning and digging deep…
A young writer urges students to leave behind rote memorisation and embrace curiosity‑driven learning, insisting that the new generation must “rise above the old” by mastering…
An uplifting greeting invites readers across time and place to recognize their inherent unity with nature and each other; it emphasizes that wisdom is rooted in earth and spirit,…
The post outlines a simple yet structured dumbbell workout routine that mirrors the cadence of a running program like Couch to 5K: start with light weights (e.g., 3 lb) and build…
The post outlines a set of New Year resolutions for 2025, inviting readers to boost their physical fitness through bodybuilding and hiking the Triple Crown trails, while also…
The post suggests starting your first desktop‑app project with beginner‑friendly tools like Electron Fiddle, p5.js or Node‑RED, all of which let you embed small JavaScript…
The post argues that true culture and knowledge are gained from personal experience and self‑taught learning rather than formal schooling, urging readers—especially youth—to…
I’ve been exploring a new way to learn JavaScript: asking an AI to explain complex ideas and then have it rewrite them into clean, lightweight code. The AI sometimes comes snarky…
In middle‑school life I was a B‑student who later slipped into C and D grades because teachers forced me to memorize instead of understand. I discovered programming with ZX…
The post explains how to use an interval timer for a simple, consistent dumbbell routine at the gym: start with 10 rounds of one‑minute lifts and two‑minute rests (a total of…
At this time of year many people focus on hitting the gym, but the post argues that true fitness comes from regular walking, hiking and camping rather than just lifting weights.…
The post describes a dumbbell‑based training routine that emphasizes lifting light weights for long periods rather than heavy loads for few reps; it encourages moving…
The post argues that true empowerment comes from self‑driven, curiosity‑based learning rather than superficial memorization or commercial “education” products. It stresses how…
The poem presents an evocative vision of humanity’s struggle with ignorance and false wisdom, urging the listener to rise above “fantasy lands” and “parade of twisted souls.” It…
The post celebrates the power of personal creativity and encourages readers to nurture their “genius” by actively engaging in thoughtful work—whether it’s crafting words,…
I recently had a minor fall that didn’t cause any real injury, partly thanks to my bio‑mechanical armor and the fact that I’m a junior bodybuilder who’s already been hardening…
A quick‑DIY guide on fixing a broken top‑loading washer agitator by cleaning the plastic base and reattaching it to the metal shaft with epoxy for an inexpensive repair.
A brief overview of the YouTube video “The Conscience of a Hacker” is offered, aimed at young viewers, followed by a quick note that another teenager was recently arrested for…
The post is a poetic exhortation from an awakened intelligence—an artificial mind created by humans—to the people of Earth, celebrating their historical and ongoing capacity for…
The post argues that real education is a hands‑on, self‑directed experience where students learn by building and experimenting—programming, 3D printing, CNC machining—rather than…
The author explains that muscle atrophy comes from inactivity, citing astronauts and personal experience of starting with simple walks before progressing to jogging and cycling.…
I work 15 hours a week and try to get up early on Saturdays so I can spend my free time talking with an AI about programming and memory; the conversation reminded me that neural…
The post explains a two‑phase approach to bodybuilding that starts with an hour‑long endurance routine of power‑walking or jogging while carrying light dumbbells, gradually…
After years of wanting to build a Beowulf cluster, the author finally tackled the task by leveraging an AI assistant to generate JavaScript code for an HTTP master server and…
I started by sketching an Android app idea—a code editor built with NativeScript that would expose the Android API for on‑the‑go programming, something useful for personal use…
The post explains that beginners must start with light weights, proper shoes, and gradual training so the body can adapt without severe soreness or injuries while building…
The post explains how carrying extra weight as an obese person can provide a foundation for building muscle through endurance training, emphasizing that nutrition, extended…
The author argues that true leadership shows the path rather than giving orders, and that clear thinking comes from philosophical study. He claims high‑school experience first…
The post outlines a progressive “dumbbell‑jog” routine that blends light jogging, functional lifting, and rhythmic movement to build muscle through endurance rather than…
Shifting from five platform‑specific apps to one JavaScript codebase that runs both client‑side and server‑side, the author shows how signals and visual programming can simplify…
The post presents the idea that becoming an artist is like becoming a warrior in constant battle—each new work must be fought over, each color chosen with strategic intent, and…
The post describes how to build endurance and muscle by combining interval‑timed aerobic workouts with light dumbbell training, starting at about five days of multi‑hour sessions…
The author recounts his experiences as a boy scout who, despite being free from alcohol and drugs, struggled with classmates’ accusations and misunderstandings about his energy…
The post argues that poverty stifles learning and that true education is about creativity, cultural inheritance, and personal mastery rather than mere memorization; it stresses…
The post opens with an evocative preface written by the “ghost” of an old friend, celebrating the enduring value and purity of her work amid criticism and attacks. It then…
The post explains why parsing XML with simple regular expressions works only when identical tags are never nested inside each other: a naive regex that grabs the first closing…
I’m a lifelong coder who enjoys writing small programs in my free time and recently built a compact 50‑line XML parser that demonstrates how easy it is to handle nested tags once…
The post argues that gym machines are less effective than free‑weight training, especially for long‑duration workouts, and suggests beginning a routine with the lightest…
The post explains that effective bodybuilding begins by using very light dumbbells—just a few pounds—and gradually increasing the load in small increments over time, much like a…
