A simple blog about things that interest me in software engineering and tech

How I Keep Up with Trends


A curated list of how I keep up with the tech industry without losing my mind — organized by topic: trends, AI, engineering, Linux, and workflow.
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Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast


Why slow is smooth, smooth is fast — especially with AI — and why deep foundational knowledge matters more than ever when leveraging AI tools.
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Why "Operating Like a Startup" is a Lie


Why large enterprises should stop telling employees to operate like startups — and why that constraint might actually be useful.
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You Can Download More RAM: Swap Files, zram, and Running Big Models


Learn how to download RAM on Linux!
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How to Start HTTPD in MVS TK5


Learn how to REST-enable your MVS 3.8J TK5 Server
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How to Run a Mainframe in Your Closet


A simple guide on how to run the predecessor of z/OS for free
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Wrapping Up 2025


A quick recap of 2025 with my 2026 plans.
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