About the Author
I'm Stephan, a Linux user with a passion for open-source, UI/UX design, and exploring what makes fiction work.
In my spare time, I focus on (and write about):
- Programming (mainly in Python and Rust)
- Retrocomputing (mostly DOS but, as of January 2023, I also own a machine running Mac OS 9.2)
- Reading and Reviewing Fiction
- The odd bit of UI/UX design or literary theory
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Author Archives: Stephan Sokolow
Interesting Poetry – Rime of the Ancient Mariner
I love stories in the form of poetry and this one’s more special than most. Does this quote seem familiar to you? Water, water, every where, And all the boards did shrink ; Water, water, every where, Nor any drop … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – Birth of a Name
Birth of a Name by nonjon Length: Oneshot Sources: Harry Potter Rating: 5/5 In fanfiction, there are certain trends which you can count on. Of these, the most notable is probably the choice of focus. It’s rare to find stories … Continue reading
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Humor – Mythbusters: Porcum Iacio
Mythbusters: Porcum Iacio For those who weren’t already aware of this flash cartoon, here’s the story: In 2006, Discovery channel ran a contest for the best spoofs of their shows. This one didn’t win, but it’s definitely funny and the … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – The Wild Horse Thesis
The Wild Horse Thesis by Calamity-Queen of Cordite Length: 18 Chapters, Complete Sources: Ranma ½, Neon Genesis Evangelion Rating: 5/5 And now for the story which is without a doubt the best of the fun Neon Genesis Evangelion fics I’ve … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – Chaotic Future
Chaotic Future by Cloud Dreamer Length: 7 Chapters, Complete Sources: Ranma ½, Oh! My Goddess, Sailor Moon Rating: 5/5 The Good: Uncommon crossover, Draws me to re-read it again and again despite it’s flaws, Old enough and good enough to … Continue reading
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REAL programmers use…
xkcd – Real Programmers And the moral of the story? Real programmers use whatever the heck they feel most comfortable with… now leave me to my nano vim.
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Guest Review: Fanfiction – An Overlooked World
An Overlooked World by N. Reynolds Length: 6 Chapters, Complete. Sources: Ranma ½ Reviewer: Weebee Rating: 3/5 Hi. The name’s Weebee, and I’ll be your reviewer for today. Where’s the other guy? Well, erm… (Looks around nervously and kicks unconscious … Continue reading
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