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Notes on engineering, product thinking, and UX - written to be practical and easy to apply.

Why AI Loves Emojis
Dec 23, 2025
Emojis aren't fluff -- they're emotional compression. AI uses them because humans rely on tone, context, and reassurance more than we like to admit.
3 min read
ai
ux
interfaces
design
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Control What You Can and Let the Hamsters Handle the Rest
Aug 10, 2025
A simple mental model from systems design -- own your interface, trust the contract -- applies surprisingly well to engineering and life.
2 min read
mindset
systems
engineering
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