Technology, AI, and notes from a long working life
Articles of a technical nature
Gmail users can organize their inbox by creating labels as folders and setting up filters that automatically sort incoming messages. The process involves naming labels, defining filter criteria such as sender or keywords, and assigning actions like applying labels or skipping the inbox. Emails matching the rules move directly to the chosen label, keeping the … Read more
GIMP is a free, open-source image editor that provides professional-grade tools for photo manipulation, digital art creation, graphic design, and scripted automation. It runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS, offers strong color management, and integrates with tools such as Inkscape and Scribus. The software supports extensive customization through plugins and community-developed resources. It serves as … Read more
In today’s hyper-connected world, data privacy is a cornerstone of personal and societal security.
Digital technology has integrated into daily life, transforming how people connect and communicate. Smartphones and the internet, once rare, now dominate routines and create persistent digital footprints through posts, photos, and comments that can resurface years later. These online traces influence perceptions in careers, relationships, and personal development. The content encourages mindful sharing to build … Read more
The author recounts switching from Windows to Ubuntu six years ago for work on an open-source smartphone OS and Jekyll-based website development. The move was driven by alignment with open-source principles, compatibility with tools like Docker, and gains in flexibility and cost savings. Open-source software such as Ubuntu provides public access to source code, enabling … Read more