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The Code Was the Last Thing I Did
Vibe coding, originality, software engineering, debugging, writing, the Spiral Model, and why I think the conversation around AI is often focused on the wrong thing.
May 31, 2026Read
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Written and curated by Zainab Shujat. Exploring the friction points where software theory meets physical hardware, learning curves, and engineering craft.
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Why I Stopped Chasing Every New Framework: A Manifesto for Durable Foundations
Every six months, a new build tool promises to change everything. But POSIX, TCP/IP, relational algebra, and tree traversals remain stubborn fixtures. Here is my personal framework for choosing what to study.
July 30, 2026Read
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Designing Software That Feels Like Fine Paper: An Essay on Digital Texture
Between blinding neon glassmorphism and hyperactive SaaS micro-animations, digital reading has become an assault on attention. We explore how book design, ink-density, and restrained typographic cadence create interfaces worth lingering over.
June 25, 2026Read