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  • February 17, 2026

    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.

  • February 2, 2026

    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.

  • January 18, 2026

    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…

  • August 23, 2024

    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…

  • July 31, 2024

    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…

  • May 26, 2024

    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.

  • June 14, 2020

    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

  • August 20, 2009

    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,…

  • May 25, 2009

    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…

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