Bert Mahoney

  • From Friction to Flow: How I Automated My Screenshot-to-Notion Workflow with Shell Scripts and AI

    Learn how I built a macOS screen capture to Notion workflow using AI, environment variables, and automation to eliminate friction and reduce steps.

  • Versioned Voice Tuning Log

    I built a local voice cloning system that respects privacy and control. It’s a work in progress, focusing on tuning speed, pitch, and emotional depth to sound like me.

  • I Finally Built the Transcription Tool I’ve Wanted Since 2008

    The author created a local voice transcription and synthesis system, eliminating reliance on cloud services, prioritizing privacy, and enabling seamless conversion between text and audio while maintaining control over their data.

  • Titles in Software Design: Identity Crisis, Problem, or Nonsense?

    The evolution of job titles in the software design industry over 30 years reflects its growth and complexity. While specialized titles like UX and Product Designers have emerged, they can cause confusion and identity crises. Designers should focus on their skills rather than titles, embracing change as the industry evolves.

  • Embracing AI in User Experience and User Interface Design

    A Game-Changer for Articulating Visual and Functional Needs As an old-school UX and UI designer, incorporating AI into my workflow was a no-brainer, and it has transformed how I approach design and development. With AI, I can precisely frame my visual and functional requirements, allowing me to identify potential design and engineering issues before presenting…

  • Redesigning My Website: A Journey Towards Improvement

    I was interviewed by an AI tuned for UX design about my recent web design overhaul and here’s what AI had to say.

  • The cobbler’s children finally have shoes after thirty years.

    I’ve told people for years that I’ve never been able to put aside enough spare time to build a personal portfolio website

  • WordPress/Thesis Tutorial: Custom Google Search Engine

    One of the things you always want to provide visitors to your website is a good search tool. The default search tool that comes standard with WordPress is adequate. However, if your website covers a topic, or area of topics, or you have a Google AdSense account, you can take advantage of Google’s Custom Search…

  • Thesis Tutorial: Sidebars However You Like Them

    One of the things I learned from creating multiple custom page templates within the Thesis framework was how to create and modify sidebars. WordPress and Thesis provide you with a simple an effective way for implementing sidebars on your website with the use of simple syntax, options, and widgets.