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• Ruby Hidden Gems

  Ruby is a beautiful and expressive language that gives developers a great deal of flexibility. Along with that flexibility come a number of lesser-known language features that can sometimes produce surprising results.

• Myself and AI, a complex relationship

  Hi all, a lot has happened since I last wrote in this space. I haven’t been the best host and I’ve neglected my little corner of the web. I’ve personally been through a lot and sought help for my mental health; perhaps I’ll talk about that in the future. For now, please know that if you need help, there are people and places available to support you.

• Local ai code assistant

  Disclaimer: Because the README file of this project is good, I decided to duplicate it here too.

• The Magic World of Browser's Privacy

  While researching for a guide on how to properly write RSpec tests and avoid flaky specs, I once again ran into the growing frustration of modern web searches — cluttered with SEO spam, AI junk, and irrelevant results. That experience led me to reflect not just on search engines, but also on the browsers we rely on daily. I realized how many of the popular ones are no longer user-friendly — especially when it comes to respecting our privacy and security. Curious, I dove into the world of alternative browsers. Beyond the better-known options like Brave, DuckDuckGo, and Vivaldi, I discovered lesser-known but powerful tools like the Mullvad Browser — each with its own strengths and trade-offs.
  In the link section you will find some of the source I’ve used for this. Here’s a comparison of these privacy-focused browsers to help you choose the one that fits your needs:

• Coding as art

  I graduated in electronic engineering — a practical, structured subject where precision matters and creativity often takes a back seat. But long before that, two things shaped how I see the world: playing the guitar and coding on a C64.