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Notebook

Long form pieces, notes, sketches, and collections of entries I'm always tending to.
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The Vibe Coding

It's a fun buzzword, but it comes at a trap.

Sketch May 05, 2026
AI Platform - v1 Implementation

AI Platform - v1 Implementation

Implementing a re-designed AI platform where agents do work, and chat me when THEY need help

Piece Apr 21, 2026 09 Mins read
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Design Principles

Design Principles

The lessons learned and design principles steering a platform where agents do the work.

Piece Apr 20, 2026 12 Mins read
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Building a Second Brain

Building a Second Brain

Learn how to build a Second Brain for capturing, organizing, and leveraging knowledge to enhance thinking, creativity, and productivity.

Piece Jan 25, 2026 04 Mins read
AI Framework For Productivity

AI Framework For Productivity

Building an agent framework for productivity

Piece Dec 15, 2025 05 Mins read
Context Is Everything

Context Is Everything

One of the keys to great results with AI is managing the right 'Context' at the right time

Piece Dec 09, 2025 05 Mins read
The Best AI Skills in 2026?

The Best AI Skills in 2026?

My answer may suprise you - it doesn't involve code

Piece Nov 28, 2025 02 Mins read

Colemak Updates

Switching to Colemak-dh - one of the most efficient keyboard layouts. What's it like switching?

Note Nov 19, 2025
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Intelligence Is Now Free

Intelligence Is Now Free

If AI is so smart, why isn't EVERY project wildly successful?

Piece Nov 12, 2025 02 Mins read

Keyboard Shortcuts

A keyboard isn't just for typing letters, it is a productivity tool that helps you get work done efficiently.

Note Aug 29, 2025
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Keyboard Layouts

Ever wonder how QWERTY came to be? There are actually many other popular layouts designed to be more efficient and less stress on your fingers. But what's it like switching?

Note Jul 26, 2025
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Day 0 - Travel to Europe

Day 0 - Travel to Europe

And we're off! The first day of our adventure begins. I just hope we can get some sleep on the plane!

Note Jun 06, 2025
Minneapolis, Boston, London
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Mechanical Keyboards

I dove into the world of mechanical keyboards. He are some things I have learned.

Note May 24, 2025
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2019 Goal: Learning Chinese

2019 Goal: Learning Chinese

To kick off 2019, I'm learning Chinese.

Note Dec 10, 2018
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Book: Works Well With Others

A quick read, packed with tidbits on work politics, getting ahead and staying out of trouble.

Note Jul 02, 2018

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a...

A quick book review. A simple idea about only caring about the things that are truly important to you.

Note Jun 04, 2018
Book: Principles

Book: Principles

A quick book review. A bit long, but a must-read - probably one of my favorite books from 2018.

Piece Apr 28, 2018 04 Mins read

My Life Principles

Inspired by the book 'Principles' by Ray Dalio - here are my life principles.

Note Apr 28, 2018
The Truth About Multi-Tasking

The Truth About Multi-Tasking

Don't be fooled - humans can't multi-task. Or can we?

Piece Feb 01, 2018 04 Mins read
2018 Goal: Read 100 Books

2018 Goal: Read 100 Books

In 2018, I set out on a crazy adventure: read 100 books!

Note Jan 01, 2018
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Productivity Strategy - Reflection

New situations call for different strategies.

Note Dec 06, 2017

New Productivity Strategy

New situations call for different strategies.

Note Oct 31, 2017

Habits: A Key to Mindfulness

Habits help build automation in our lives so we can focus on what matters.

Note Oct 17, 2016

Sensory deprivation

Sensory deprivation is a very effective way to relax and reset.

Note Oct 04, 2016

Motivation vs. Willpower

Motivational thoughts about Willpower - and getting the success you want.

Sketch Sep 30, 2016

Who I Am vs. What I've Done

What defines success? Accomplishments, popularity, money, etc. and it's relationship to being considered successful by others.

Note Sep 26, 2016

Tips for Building Habits

Key tips for building habits, and sticking with them!

Note Sep 23, 2016

The Best Problems To Have

Not all problems are created equal. Tackle big ones by making small ones.

Note Sep 19, 2016

My One Thing

To be successful, focus on ONE thing and do it well.

Note Sep 15, 2016

17 Inspirational Quotes from Unicorn CEOs

Quotes from founders and CEOs that have taken their company to $1B valuation

Note Jan 19, 2016
What Climbing Rainier Taught Me About Goals

What Climbing Rainier Taught Me About Goals

One of the most physically exhausting things I have done - taught me a lot about setting and sticking with goals.

Piece Dec 31, 2015 07 Mins read

Practice Makes Permanent

A twist on the common saying...illuminates a better understanding of the value that comes from practice.

Note Oct 22, 2015

Creativity: Where do great ideas come from?

Great ideas come from experience. Innovation is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration.

Note Oct 10, 2015

The Happiness Link to Success

The two-way link between happiness and 'success'

Note Feb 10, 2012