Mudu: The Beginning
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Byla.lt
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Ten Years Older, Voice Takes Over
Paying off a decade of accessibility debt using SwiftUI accessibility APIs, which aren’t as intimidating as they might seem.
Ten Years Older, Ten Times Bolder
A behind-the-scenes look at developing Decrypto, the game that changed me and my life.
Ciudad de México, México
Mexico City isn’t a place I’d choose to live, but with its rich culture, wild flavors, chaotic vibe, and unforgettable people, it can offer a truly memorable stay.
El Tunco, El Salvador
I rise again after the surf monster’s slap in Santa Teresa. I realize El Tunco might not be the best fit for me. Guided by local friendliness, I dive deeper into understanding more about El Salvador’s culture and people.
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Santa Teresa - I came to surf, but didn’t.
Searching for a Life Behind Software
Software is an infinite canvas for creativity. A canvas that allows its creator to communicate with and impact the world. A canvas that is shaped by the life of its creator. A canvas that inadvertently captures the essence of the artist.
Cartagena de Indias, Colombia
Cartagena de Indias - a place to sweat your ass off in the beautiful narrow streets filled with vibrant life and culture. A city where historic charm meets modern challenges. A city where, once again in my life, I was reminded to challenge initial impressions and seek out deeper connections.
Taganga, Colombia
Taganga - a place to read a book in a hammock while enjoying the scenic views before your next adventure in Tayrona National Park. A place where 8-hour electricity outages are part of the lifestyle.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires - a place where I had the most productive months, a place where I enjoyed the summer sun, a place where I savored great food, a place where I was reminded of home, and most importantly, a place where I would love to come back.
In Search of a Smooth Scroll
The search for smoother scrolling resulted in swapping LazyVGrid for NSTableView, documenting unofficial insights and reflections on AppKit coding.
Montañita, Ecuador
Montañita isn’t a posh and clean resort town with modern infrastructure, however, it’s also not just a party town. For me, Montañita’s charm lies in its unpolished, laid-back vibe, offering a sense of freedom and simplicity.
Modernish UserDefaults Wrapper
A somewhat modernish UserDefaults wrapper, tailored to specific project needs, is presented. It’s a blend of type safety, modularity, and a bit of creative procrastination, all aimed at making side projects more fun and manageable.
Jacó, Costa Rica
In Jacó, Costa Rica, I encountered a mix of urban life and nature. Although Jacó’s vibe didn’t fully resonate with me, its proximity to diverse attractions and essential amenities made it a meaningful stop.
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
I stayed in Tamarindo, a beginner surfer’s mecca filled with aspiring surfers, backpackers, and tourists, surrounded by dusty roads, lush nature, and a variety of wildlife. It was a place where I had time to rethink my foolish mindset and fulfill my dream of learning to surf. While I enjoyed my time there, I would be very cautious about recommending this place if you’re not looking to surf.
Playa del Carmen, México
Despite negative comments from digital nomad community I had a really good time in Playa del Carmen.
Digital? No. Mad!
I’m finally embarking on my Digital Nomad journey, aiming to fulfill personal goals and experience new worlds. As a treat, I even dump my backpack content.
This Window Is Leaking
Setting a custom NSWindowDelegate on NSWindow in your macOS SwiftUI app can introduce memory leaks. To mitigate this, save the original delegate before setting your custom one and restore it before the window closes.
Text Field Cursor Color Goes BRRR
In order to change SwiftUI text field insertion point color on macOS, you need some help from AppKit and Objective-C.
My Recipe for Quick Server Snack
This is my reference document for the most thrilling first few minutes on a brand-new server. You probably shouldn’t follow it since it is tailored to my needs.
Domain Name: Check
After years of waiting, I obtained my dream domain.