Coding Stories That Matter

I share these stories for two reasons: to catalog my mistakes and successes and to help others learn from them. By reflecting on my trials, triumphs, and the occasional idiotic mistake, I hope to inspire and guide fellow programmers and creators. Whether it's a cautionary tale or a celebration of growth, there's always a lesson to take away. One that might save you time, energy, or sleepless nights.

LessonsJuly 26, 2026 · ~2 min read

Theory Says Redundancy Matters. Practice Teaches It When You Can't Walk Downstairs.

I knew I needed a UPS for my homelab. Then one went down and I wasn't there.

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LessonsJune 26, 2026 · ~2 min read

What Happened When I Moved My Entire Office (And Realized How Much It Depends on One Room)

Moving my monitors, keyboard, and desk to a completely different location taught me something I should have known long ago.

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LessonsJanuary 21, 2025 · ~2 min read

Turning a Hack into Growth Lessons from a Website Breach

How an unexpected website redirection led to personal and professional growth, inspiring a new perspective on sharing projects and embracing the journey of self-improvement.

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LessonsJanuary 20, 2025 · ~2 min read

How a One-Hour Daily Habit Improved My Programming and Life

A reflection on how a New Year's resolution to walk daily reshaped my health, mindset, and programming.

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CareerJanuary 15, 2025 · ~2 min read

The Eureka Moment That Made Me Fall in Love with Programming

How a single breakthrough in my first year of university helped me fall in love with programming and stick with it.

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CareerOctober 5, 2024 · ~2 min read

Why I have so many side projects

An exploration of my passion for programming and the motivations behind my numerous side projects.

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LessonsJune 21, 2024 · ~2 min read

Two Weeks, No Full Night's Sleep How I Won - and Lost - Chasing My Goal

Working through the night for two weeks to secure a first-class degree. What I learned about burnout, grief, and why passion matters more than pressure.

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LessonsJanuary 20, 2024 · ~2 min read

When a Friend’s Favour Turned Into an IT Emergency

How a late-night call with a university friend turned into an unexpected IT rescue and a chance to reconnect.

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