Thoughts on design, development, and the intersection of art and technology.
A nostalgic look at the glossy optimism of Frutiger Aero, its downfall during the Flat Design era, and the soft-tech resurgence bringing feeling back to UI design.
These five Mac apps have completely transformed the way I work, design, code, and stay focused. From mechanical keyboard sounds to AI-powered editors, these are must-installs for any Mac setup.
Run DeepSeek R1 completely offline on your Mac using Ollama — and optionally supercharge the experience with Chatbox as a frontend. Here's the step-by-step guide.
Tired of algorithms and centralized platforms like X and TikTok? The Fediverse offers a decentralized alternative to social media built on openness and privacy. Here's why it matters.
Gacha games like Zenless Zone Zero aren’t just addictive by accident — they’re carefully crafted with UX and psychology to hook players. Here's a deep dive into why they work so well.
My first design competition was a 30-minute sprint during Cincinnati Design Week — and it completely changed how I think about instinct, pressure, and trusting the creative process.
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