Unforced errors
Why is it so strange that a single unforced error can make you feel like a total piece of shit? To the point that I can't remember any W's making me feel as good as a loss (perceived or real) feels like. It sucks even more…
Patterns when programming down under
By "down under," I mean as close to the kernel as possible, before you get too excited, it's not really that close, but it's as close as system libraries. I finally got audio to work! Not perfectly, but still functional. Turns out I just…
Zig is safe, I'm learning it the hard way
Truth be told, I've heard about Zig being safer than C, but I did not know what it meant—mainly because I did not know why C is unsafe. Today I came across one of those scenarios. It stumped me for a couple of hours until I realized…
Fat, bald, and broke
If I'm completely honest with myself, the effort I'm putting in is completely lackluster. It has been bothering me for the last few weeks, and despite me trying to push those feelings aside, I have had to face it. Looking the other way only adds to…
Claude code is way better than cursor
Finally, an AI that can really take care of the tedious work. The last few days I've been really enjoying Claude Code doing all the things that act as the biggest hurdle to me starting on something. It's way better than Cursor, not because it'…
Sure it's hard but at least give it a try first
If the Handmade Hero series has taught me anything in its first week, it is that it's very much possible to build directly using system libraries if you wanted to. Without having to use other libraries that make it easier for you to use. In the last couple…
Be careful what you wish for
Maybe a month or two ago I got quite confident at my abilities to face my fears and decided to step it up a notch. So I asked God to show me all of my fears. Big mistake. Turns out if you want to see your shortcomings God responds pretty…
After a while shit just sucks
No matter how much fun it is or how much joy the outcome brings, showing up is still a right pain in the arse. It's something I know but still need reminding of. After what felt like an eternity, I've finally got sick of me being…