Archive for 2025
AI and the Art of Overcomplicating Simple Things
While the industry debates whether AI will replace designers (most likely not) and developers embrace “vibe coding,” I was learning a different lesson: the problem isn’t whether AI can do the work—it’s figuring out which work actually needs doing...
This Week's Obsessions: Superman, Prime Day Practicality, and AI Code Adventures
Well, here we are again. Another collection of things that have completely hijacked my brain. Let’s dive in, shall we?
- Caught Superman recently, and honestly? Probably the best Superman movie in a while. They didn’t diminish his powers, but somehow...
How I Procrastinated my way into my website redesign
Or: How strategic procrastination became the most valuable part of my entire redesign process
I was bored with macapinlac.com’s design. Not just mildly dissatisfied — properly bored. You know that feeling when you look at something you’ve been staring...
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Trust My AI Overlords
Or: How I gave myself one week to stop being precious about my Linux setup
I have a confession: I’m a serial computer rebuilder. Every few months, I get that familiar itch—the one that whispers “you know what would be fun? Completely nuking your perfectly...
I Asked AI to Pick My Next Tablet
I used to have a Kindle and an Audible membership. Then I went full DRM-free rebel, backed up my epubs, and ditched Amazon. I switched to an overpriced Kobo Sage, bought a stylus, and told myself I’d finally ditch paper notebooks.
Spoiler: I didn...
This Week’s Obsessions: E-Readers, Dot Files, and a Bit of Chaos
Lately, I’ve been spiraling into an e-reader rabbit hole, obsessing over a potential upgrade from my trusty Kobo Sage. The current frontrunner? The Boox Go 10.3. It checks all the right boxes—Android support for my DRM-free audiobook and EPUB collection...