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Topics
The same writing, sorted by what it's about.
/development
Development
Code, projects, and how things get built.
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Development / Thoughts
Why I Write My Comments Before My Code
Yes, I know it’s been months, but life be life ing, you know? Let’s just jump right in: When I’m about to dive into a new coding project, the first thing I do is write...
/cybersecurity
Cybersecurity
Learning how systems break and how to protect them.
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Cybersecurity / Notes
Advent of Cyber 2025
Quick update: I moved, I graduate next year. I made the president’s list, and I’ve been lifting. Yay me. Advent of Cyber 2025: Unwrapping Daily Security Challenges The...
/ai
AI
Working with it, thinking about it, trying not to get left behind.
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AI / Thoughts
AI Safety and Ethics: What the Newest Regulations Mean for Tech Companies
In recent years, the growth of artificial intelligence has been astounding. From chatbots like ChatGPT to autonomous driving and predictive analytics, AI is embedded in...
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AI / Thoughts
Will AI Replace UX Designers and Software Developers?
AI will replace ux designers and software developers. I have increasingly heard this, read this, argued against this everyday on social media. When I post about my...
/design
Design
UX, interfaces, and why some things just feel right.
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Design / Thoughts
Elevating User Experience (UX) Design with AI: A Collaborative Approach
\ \ \ I’m back! We(hubs and I) moved to a different state. I’ve been focused on job hunting, just enjoying our time together and getting used to a new environment. I’m...
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Design / Thoughts
Empathy: You Are Not The User
Empathy is crucial in building products that connect with users on a deeper level. In the tech industry, where innovation and efficiency often reign supreme, it's easy...
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Design / Thoughts
“Why I’m Studying UX Design Along With Development”
I’m on a ux design kick today and I want you to know about it :) Even if you have never heard of UX design, you’ve definitely seen and had to deal with good or bad...
/career
Career
Getting into tech and figuring out what's next.
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Career / Personal
I Graduated. Here's What It Actually Took.
She’s a uni grad, ya’ll! I finished my B.S. in Computer Science with a 3.9 GPA. I want to sit with that sentence for a second, because for a long time it didn't feel...
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Career / Thoughts
From Web Development to UX Design and App Development
As someone who has always been interested in technology, I have been fortunate enough to work in a company where I have the opportunity to interact with customers on a...
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Career / Personal
Why I Quit Practicum to Pursue UX Design and App Development
Making the decision to quit something that you have invested time and energy in can be difficult, but sometimes it's necessary to prioritize what truly matters. This was...
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Career / Thoughts
The Importance of Providing Robust Answers in Job Interviews: A Reflection on Feedback
The job interview process can be an intimidating experience, particularly if you're me. As someone who struggles with a fear of rambling during interviews(and honestly,...
/learning
Learning
Notes on what I'm studying and what finally clicked.
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Learning / Personal
My Experience as a Software Engineering Bootcamp Student So Far
As a software engineering bootcamp student at Practicum, I have had a fantastic experience so far. Even though I came into the program with some web development...
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Learning / Thoughts
“My Advice for Learning”
Many of us struggle with learning, feeling overwhelmed by the amount of information and unsure of how to approach new subjects. The good news is that learning how to...
/personal
Personal
Reflections that don't fit anywhere else.
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Personal / Thoughts
I’m Trying to Stop Hiding My Growth
Hi there! I know it’s been awhile. I’ve been busy with a new job, a new role(Operations Lead role with a Logistics company) and finishing school. I’ll be a college grad...
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Personal / Update
Back from My Hiatus: Where I’ve Been and What’s Next
Hey friends, It’s been a minute. After taking a much needed hiatus to regroup, reset, and refocus, I’m finally back. Life didn’t slow down while I was gone. If anything,...
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Personal / Thoughts
Embracing ADHD: My Journey in Software Development
Update: Hi! It’s been awhile. I’ve been up to a lot, moving, studying, trying to figure out things in my life. I’ve still been working on software development and ux...
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Personal / Thoughts
Embracing My Eclectic Nature: Balancing Diverse Interests and Staying Focused
As an eclectic individual with a wide range of interests, I've come to realize that my diverse passions can be both a blessing and a challenge. On the one hand, they...
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Personal / Notes
Self-care Day!!
Self care, huh? It's like the unicorn of adulting we all know it exists, but finding the time for it is almost as rare as spotting a unicorn in the wild. But let's get...
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Personal / Notes
An “I’m not feeling it today” Kind Of Day.
Ah, the joys of being an aspiring software engineer! You wake up one morning feeling all pumped up and ready to conquer the world with your keyboard and mouse, but then...
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Personal / Thoughts
"From Burnout to Building"
They say that the best things in life happen unexpectedly, and my journey into software development is no exception. It all started in 2020 when I was feeling burnt out...
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Personal / Thoughts
“How I’ve Been Feeling, And What I’ve Been Doing About It”
Feeling unmotivated is a common experience that many of us face at some point in our lives. It's that feeling of being stuck, lacking energy or drive, and struggling to...
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Personal / Notes
“Sunday musings”
Goings On: Testing this AI art generator for fun There has been a growing interest in AI generated art, with many artists, designers, and engineers exploring the...