Ban AI-generated mail: more simplicity in professional communication
2024-06-12
In this ever-accelerating digital world, the rise of AI-generated content, especially in professional communication, has brought both convenience and a loss of genuine human touch. As a SmolWeb enthusiast, I believe it’s time we push back against the growing tide of AI-generated mail and advocate for a return to simplicity and authenticity. [...]
Why Smolweb is good for the Internet
2024-05-20
As a web developer for decades, I've witnessed the rapid evolution and increasing complexity of web technologies. The Smolweb concept presents itself as a refreshing antidote to the sprawling, resource-hungry nature of the modern web. Here's why Smolweb is a positive force for the internet. [...]
Vim is magic with sftp url
2024-05-19
In a toot of Conor, I discovered that vim masters the remote url. [...]
The IndieWeb Concept
2024-04-17
I often attach the tag #IndieWeb to my posts on social networks. Several years ago, this concept was a blur to me. Over time, I came to understand more what it was all about. In fact, IndieWeb can be defined by a list of concepts and perhaps every proponent of this movement has his or her own definition and list of concepts. So I'll try to define what I mean by IndieWeb when I use this word. [...]
Blogging anonymously
2024-04-17
Before grappling with the dilemma of anonymity[^1], I had blogged under my real name for years, even decades. However, concerns about the potential clash between my personal beliefs and professional relationships led me to choose anonymity[^1]. In a first time, I mixed up my real name and a pseudo, and it was easy to find my real name by searching my pseudo in search engines. So, I decided to create a new identity, from scratch and to no more refer or link with my previous internet identity. I keep using my real identity on internet for more professional stuff. [...]
Planting potatoes: my first step into low-tech living
2024-04-14
Yesterday marked a significant shift for me as I ventured into low-tech living outside the digital realm. Joining the shared garden team in our village, I participated in the time-honored tradition of planting potatoes, a task that may be routine for the community but was entirely new and exciting for me. [...]