UML: Does It Still Have a Place?

Ah, UML — the Unified Modeling Language. Once the darling of software developers, architects, and system designers, it has had its fair share of highs and lows. But here we are, decades after its debut, asking: Is UML still relevant, or is it a relic of a bygone era? What Is UML, Anyway? For the uninitiated, UML is … Read more

December Recap and AI Predictions for 2025

December was quite the whirlwind, wasn’t it? Let’s dive into some stats, observations, and my daring predictions for AI in 2025. Medium: A Mixed Bag Medium saw a 9% increase in views, which is always a welcome holiday treat. Reads, however, dipped by 6%, proving that even the most festive month can’t distract people from their … Read more

The Art of Riding (and Surviving) in the Rain

Ah, the allure of the open road, the wind in your face, the hum of the engine beneath you. Now add rain. Suddenly, that poetic image transforms into a slippery, nerve-wracking game of “How Not to Die.” Riding a motorcycle in the rain can be thrilling, but let’s face it, it’s mostly a game of … Read more

How Much Is Too Much?

Imagine this: You sit down for what you think will be a quick check on your favorite social platform. Hours later, you emerge bleary-eyed, having absorbed everything from someone’s lasagna recipe to a billionaire’s hot take on the state of humanity. Sound familiar? It begs the question: How much is too much? The Digital Buffet Social … Read more

Reactive Programming: The Art of Choreographing Chaos

Imagine a symphony orchestra. The conductor waves a baton, and each musician knows exactly when to join in. Violins swell, drums rumble, flutes trill — a perfect synchronization of sound. Now imagine if this orchestra ran on caffeine and decided to play jazz. That’s reactive programming: structured, but dynamic and responsive. Reactive programming is a programming paradigm … Read more

Costa Rica, Panama, and Grand Cayman: A Tropical Trifecta of Fun and Discovery

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to cruise through three dazzlingly diverse destinations in one trip, buckle up for a quick jaunt through Costa Rica, Panama, and Grand Cayman — a trifecta of adventure, culture, and yes, coconuts. Here’s the scoop on what makes each stop special, along with some musings on why you might want … Read more

Friday Night Laughs #20: Jokes of the Caribbean and the High Seas

Ahoy, mateys! The ocean is calling, and we’re here to answer with a treasure chest full of laughs. Whether you’re a landlubber or a salty sea dog, these nautical nuggets of humor will have you rolling on the deck laughing. So hoist the sails, grab a mug of grog, and prepare to giggle your way … Read more

Svelte: The Framework That Disappears

If you’ve ever wrestled with the seemingly endless layers of JavaScript frameworks, Svelte might feel like finding a secret passage in a maze. Unlike React or Vue, which ship a hefty runtime to the browser, Svelte takes a different approach: it disappears. Yes, you heard that right. When you build with Svelte, it compiles your … Read more

AI Image Analysis: Who Did It Best?

In a delightful experiment, I uploaded a serene picture of a cruise ship deck to three AI models — ChatGPT, Grok, and Claude — and prompted them to “Describe this in detail.” The results? A fascinating glimpse into the capabilities of AI vision paired with natural language processing. Let’s dive in! The Contestants: AI Takes on Cruise Serenity Each model … Read more