Category: Cultural Commentary
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I’m Not Built for This – And That’s Okay
I don’t hate coding. I just don’t love it the way some people do. For me, code is a bridge — not the destination. I’m not in it for clever syntax or edge-case elegance. I’m here to build, to create, to bring systems to life. If you’ve ever felt like the only dev who doesn’t…
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Are Some People Truly Soulless?
Have you ever met someone who just feels… hollow? Not cruel, not evil—just empty. They function, they do what’s expected, they may even be kind—but there’s no warmth, no deep emotional presence, no sense of soul. Is this feeling subjective, or are there truly people who lack something essential? Let’s explore whether soullessness is a…
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The Tragic Brilliance and Redemption of Mark: A Life Devoted to Art and Reinvention
Mark spent 15 years chasing artistic prestige, only to find himself struggling financially and emotionally. His pivot to plastering in Whitstable brought him stability, balance, and a newfound appreciation for life. His story serves as a powerful lesson on passion, reinvention, and the importance of adaptability in the pursuit of fulfillment.
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How My Inspirations Shape the Way I Build Digital Experiences
Inspiration comes in many forms, and for me, it’s a fusion of sport, dance, art, architecture, and nature. These passions shape how I approach web design—balancing structure with creativity, discipline with fluidity, and function with aesthetics. Digital experiences should feel as natural as movement, as intentional as architecture, and as expressive as art. This is…
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Honoring a Legacy: My Great Uncle Derek Clayton, Visionary Botanist
William Derek Clayton (1926–2023) was a pioneering botanist whose groundbreaking work in grass taxonomy at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, reshaped the study of plant classification. His contributions, including the seminal Genera Graminum and the development of GrassBase, have left an enduring legacy in botanical research. This tribute explores his life, achievements, and lasting impact…
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Rwanda’s Plastic Ban: A Blueprint for Designing a Sustainable Future
In a world grappling with the environmental consequences of unchecked plastic use, Rwanda stands out as a beacon of hope and innovation. The country’s decision to ban non-biodegradable plastic bags on August 10, 2008, was a bold move that rippled through its socio-technical system, reshaping societal behaviors, business practices, and environmental norms. More than just…
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Technofeudalism: The New Power Structure of the Digital Age
Technofeudalism is reshaping the digital age, where powerful tech corporations act as modern-day lords, controlling platforms that millions depend on for commerce, communication, and livelihoods. This blog explores the key features, real-world examples, and implications of this emerging system, as well as strategies to resist its grip on society.
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Why Climate Advocates Are Attending Trump’s Inauguration
Prominent tech moguls, including climate advocates like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, recently attended President Trump’s inauguration, raising questions about values, pragmatism, and hypocrisy. This unexpected alignment challenges public perception of these leaders’ commitment to climate action. But is this just politics, or does human psychology drive such contradictions? From present bias to optimism bias,…
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Taming AI: Ethics and Human Responsibility
Taming AI is more than just a tech challenge—it’s a human responsibility. Join me as I reflect on a workshop exploring ethical AI in UX research, dive into key takeaways from global AI guidelines, and add a dash of humor with whimsical visuals like a robot dog on a leash and a lollipop man stopping…
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How To Design Experiences for AI – workshop
Attending Greg Nudelman’s workshop, ‘How To Design Experiences for AI,’ was an eye-opening journey into the future of AI-driven design. From crafting chatbot assistants to optimizing smartwatch interactions, this session highlighted the exciting possibilities at the intersection of creativity and technology in UX/UI design.