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Software development insights from a nomadic perspective

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My Tech Journey

From corporate finance developing trade applications to freelance software engineering across Asia, my coding journey has been anything but conventional. Here I share technical insights, career advice, and the unique perspective of building digital products while exploring the world.

Tech Stories & Guides

The Decline of Writing and the Ability to Think with Advent of ChatGPTTechnology
January 20, 2026

The Decline of Writing and the Ability to Think with Advent of ChatGPT

The Decline of Writing and the Ability to Think with Advent of ChatGPT The amount of times I have written the first sentence ot this post, then erased it, then to write another and to erase it again...

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Setting Up Your Hyperliquid Account ProperlyTechnology
July 27, 2025

Setting Up Your Hyperliquid Account Properly

I stumbled my way through setting up a hyperliquid trading account and then a python trading bot so you don't have to. Read on for a smooth Hyperliquid experience!

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New Cursor Agents Review – Game Changing Features or Major Disappointments?Technology
December 3, 2024

New Cursor Agents Review – Game Changing Features or Major Disappointments?

An in-depth review of Cursor's new AI agents feature and its impact on developer workflows

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How to Hustle in HK as a FreelancerFreelancing
November 13, 2024

How to Hustle in HK as a Freelancer

A comprehensive guide to freelancing in Hong Kong, from networking events to online marketplaces and portfolio building

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Calculating My WorthFreelancing
November 4, 2024

Calculating My Worth

A deep dive into freelance rates, work ethic, and the transition from corporate banking to independent consulting

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How I Would Get Started as a Freelancer Today (If I Could Do It Again)Freelancing
September 25, 2024

How I Would Get Started as a Freelancer Today (If I Could Do It Again)

A comprehensive guide to starting a freelance career, from building momentum and networking to maintaining work-life balance

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The Difference Between ChatGPT-4 and ChatGPT-4oTechnology
May 14, 2024

The Difference Between ChatGPT-4 and ChatGPT-4o

A detailed comparison of ChatGPT-4 and ChatGPT-4o, exploring their unique features, capabilities, and optimal use cases

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Funding My Travels – Unique Ways to Earn Money on the RoadTravelFreelancing
April 23, 2024

Funding My Travels – Unique Ways to Earn Money on the Road

From voice-over work to stewardessing, discover creative ways to fund your travels while exploring the world

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Rolling the Dice on Diversity: Crafting Ethnically Diverse D&D Characters with Midjourney PromptsExperimentsTechnology
November 24, 2023

Rolling the Dice on Diversity: Crafting Ethnically Diverse D&D Characters with Midjourney Prompts

An exploration of Midjourney's biases in generating human representations and a guide to crafting ethnically diverse D&D characters using targeted prompts.

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The Blurred Line Between Machine and Muse: The Emergence of AI in WritingTechnology
September 11, 2023

The Blurred Line Between Machine and Muse: The Emergence of AI in Writing

Exploring the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and creative writing

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9 Important Financial Lessons I Learned Going on Bailey Grady's PodcastFreelancing
August 1, 2023

9 Important Financial Lessons I Learned Going on Bailey Grady's Podcast

Key financial takeaways from a candid podcast discussion, covering budgeting, debt management, goal setting, and the importance of valuing your time after burnout and travel.

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Review of 'On the Brink', a Programming Board GameTechnology
November 7, 2021

Review of 'On the Brink', a Programming Board Game

A review of a board game that teaches programming concepts through puzzle-solving

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How to Boost Developer Productivity in the WorkplaceTechnology
September 20, 2021

How to Boost Developer Productivity in the Workplace

Creating the ideal workspace environment for developers - from equipment to office layout

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Hiring a Freelance Software EngineerTechnologyFreelancing
August 20, 2021

Hiring a Freelance Software Engineer

Key considerations when hiring a freelance developer - from communication to timelines

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So You Want to Be a Software EngineerTechnologyFreelancing
August 4, 2021

So You Want to Be a Software Engineer

A journey from waitressing to corporate banking - my path to becoming a software engineer

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Technical Skills & Tools

Frontend Development

  • React & Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Responsive Design

Backend & Data

  • Node.js
  • Python
  • SQL & NoSQL Databases
  • AWS & Cloud Services

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