Writing & Thoughts
Simple, honest notes on building web tools, keeping software calm, and lessons from twenty years of making things.
Why I build tools that run right in your browser
Why tools like Snap Frame and EQ Vid do all the work on your own device—keeping your photos private, loading instantly, and costing nothing to run.
Building things that don’t break: Lessons from twenty years of software
Simple lessons from twenty years of building software: why keeping things simple and calm is the best way to make things last.
Keeping your website safe without the fear and stress
Good security doesn’t have to be terrifying or full of jargon. How simple habits and quiet protection keep your website safe.
Why projects slow down (and how kindness fixes it)
Why projects usually slow down not because of code, but because people need clearer communication, kindness, and shared understanding.