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
Lair Improvement – Remote-Controlling Touch Lamps
At some point or other, many people have no-doubt wanted a way to control their touch lamp from a distance. In my case, it was because there was a lot of stuff in the way. What many people apparently don’t … Continue reading
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Fanfiction – Relatively Absent
Relatively Absent by Togashi Gaijin Length: 11 Chapters, 2 Sidestories, and a Prologue Sources: Ranma ½, Sailor Moon Rating: 5/5 (6/6 if I were still using my old rating system) Ok, now a quick break from the short and silly … Continue reading
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A Reading from “Pale Blue Dot”
Everyone should hear this humbling message at least once. [Source: YouTube]
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Fanfiction – Dimension Hopping for Beginners
Dimension Hopping for Beginners by nonjon Length: 10 Chapters (Complete) Sources: Harry Potter Rating: 5/5 To wrap up my block of nonjon reviews, here’s a little gem. “Dimension Hopping for Beginners” is a very clever parody of all the different … Continue reading
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Food For Thought
Edge.org World Question Center – 2008: What Have You Changed Your Mind About? – Page 2 A few days ago, I received this excellent collection of short essays via e-mail and I just thought I’d share it. As the title … Continue reading
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Fanfiction: Authors – Focus on nonjon
What marks true quality? I like to think that it’s a mixture of writing skill and creativity. My traditional ratings work perfectly well for most fics, but among fics which merit a 5/5 rating, there is still a wide range … Continue reading
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News Flash: Microsoft Patents Wishlists
Microsoft Patents Making A List For Santa Hmm. I wonder if I can patent Windows Genuine Advantage and sue. Considering how little the USPTO seems to care about prior art, it doesn’t sound so ridculous anymore. Thanks to SetThings for … Continue reading
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