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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Popular Posts
- Resources for Reverse-Engineering 16-bit Applications
- A Python programmer’s first impression of CoffeeScript
- Recommended Battlestar Galactica “Earth-contact” fics
- Fanfiction – A Quick Overview of The Whole Pureblood Pretense Series
- Learning Materials for getting into C programming for MS-DOS/PC-DOS/DR-DOS/FreeDOS
- Useful Info On Win16-Targeting Compilers… And a List of DOS/Win16 Resources
- Getting your way with setxkbmap
- Home-made tamper-evident security seals for kids and adults alike
- Recommended “Politics in Harry Potter” fics
- Getting Your Cheap Chinese USB Foot Pedal Doing Useful Things on Linux
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Interesting Poetry – The Walrus and the Carpenter
The sun was shining on the sea, Shining with all his might: He did his very best to make The billows smooth and bright– And this was odd, because it was The middle of the night. — The Walrus And … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – The Chimney-Sweeper, London
Today, being rather busy, I can’t provide much commentary. Instead, I’ll be providing two short poems from William Blake’s “Songs of Experience”, hoping to make up for that. Both are excerpts, so be sure to click the citation links for … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – The Blue and the Gray
Today’s poem is one that, ironically enough, I found excerpted in the loading screen for a Tribes 2 level. This is a long poem, so it is that excerpt that I will be sharing. As usual when I excerpt something, … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – The Wombat
I feel like some humor, so today’s poem is “The Wombat” by Ogden Nash. It’s just a short little thing, but I feel everybody should read it at least once… especially since a large portion of the population already has. … Continue reading
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Interesting Poetry – Invictus
For today’s non-fanfiction post, I decided I’d start a new series focused on sharing the poems, limericks, and other forms of verse which I’ve enjoyed over the years. Just a little gift for all those people who share my dislike … Continue reading
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Funny Videos – The Holy ****ing Bible
WARNING: The following link points to humor which relies heavily on profanity and blasphemy. An appropriate sense of humor is mandatory. Please note that the title is only censored on this blog. The Holy ****ing Bible #1 – God Has … Continue reading
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Lair Improvement – Cable Management on a Budget
Today’s tip is budget cable management and I can think of three main techniques I use: First, the simple and expedient method of using wood staples or hammer-in cable clips to fasten cables to wood surfaces. (The latter can often … Continue reading
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