The chronicles↵ of a webmaster:
A stream of consciousness on technology, creativity, and a random series of events

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UXhale
It’s OK to touch

As screens replaced buttons and gestures replaced knobs, we gained convenience but lost something else: tactility, trust, and control. In this post, I explore the quiet return of physical interfaces and what it reveals about the evolving relationship between humans and technology.
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#/posts/rut
inexorable…
silly recursive looming…
a bloom… miscompiled ⚘
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The Effort to Read

An Instagram story unexpectedly snapped me out of a doom-scrolling trance. That brief moment sparked a broader reflection on how short-form content and AI have conditioned us to bypass the journey in favor of speed and self-affirmation.
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#/posts/artificial-i

Artificial “I”

When the thinking feels outsourced and the voice starts to echo back—who’s really writing?

A reflection on authorship, AI collaboration, and what happens when the “I” gets quietly automated.

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#/posts/kernel-panic
<shift> can't boot safely…
the world halted, caught on fire…
rollback… try again.
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#/posts/edge-and-dropins-in-las-vegas

Gonzo signage of "Las Vegas" with the Adobe logo.

Edge and Drop-ins↵ in Las Vegas
A Restless Journey to the Heart↵ of the Composable Storefront

This year, we’re returning to Adobe Summit with more than just promises—we’re bringing fully composable commerce. Storefront Builder, Adobe Commerce SaaS, and Adobe Commerce Optimizer are ready for showtime.
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#/playlists/hypnagogia

hypnagogia.m3u
a soundtrack for the space between

  1. … Bon Iver
  2. Spitting Off the Edge of the World Yeah Yeah Yeahs
  3. Don't Swallow the Cap The National
  4. Colder & Closer TOPS
  5. Starstruck Sorry
  6. Wrong Number The Cure
  7. Echo Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
  8. Weight of Love The Black Keys
  9. Hey Pixies
  10. Crush The Smashing Pumpkins
  11. Beige (unburdened) Yoke Lore
  12. Reunion M83
  13. THINGS BEHIND THINGS BEHIND THINGS Bon Iver
  14. All That You Give The Cinematic Orchestra

Listen on Spotify

Listen on Apple Music

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The—em dashes

The biggest giveaway of AI-generated text is its tendency to organize responses into structured sections—especially when the breakdown feels redundant as it continues. I see it all the time, even in answers given by candidates during job interviews.

Now, there’s this notion that using em dashes is another sign of AI-generated content. Well, I’ll be damned. I can't ignore how often they appear in ChatGPT's responses—and my own writing.

I can’t help but wonder: if we live in a computer simulation, am I just an AI-generated non-playable character, or am I camouflaging myself with their quirks to avoid obsolescence?

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#/posts/picanha

Sliced picanha with chimichurri

Picanha
keep calm and reverse-sear

Reverse-searing picanha is the best way to achieve perfect doneness with a rich, smoky flavor and a beautifully seared crust. Dry-brine with salt and pepper for 24 hours, then smoke it low and slow at 225°F until it reaches 120°F internally. Let it rest, slice it into steaks, and sear over high heat for a deep brown crust. The result? A tender, flavorful cut that does justice to this queen of steaks.
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#/posts/threshold
don't look at the sun…
we're caught in the undertow…
we're still dreaming… run.
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#/playlists/is-this-it

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is_this_it.m3u
A Soundtrack for Uncertain Times

  1. The Eater of Dreams Nine Inch Nails
  2. Everything In Its Right Place Radiohead
  3. Jump Sit Stand March AWOLNATION feat. Emily Armstrong
  4. Blood In The Cut K.Flay
  5. Coffee Sylvan Esso
  6. Verbatim Mother Mother
  7. We Fell in Love in October girl in red
  8. God Needs The Devil Jonah Kagen
  9. Politik Coldplay
  10. Burning Yeah Yeah Yeah
  11. While I'm Still Here Nine Inch Nails
  12. Fitzpleasure alt-J
  13. Outro M83

Listen on Spotify

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#/posts/mfe-drop-ins

I’ve been on a special journey in Adobe developing our new Commerce Drop-in Components for Edge Delivery Services for Commerce.

“Adobe Commerce drop-in components are full-featured, domain-specific shopping components designed for seamless integrations through predictable APIs. They include functional user interfaces for pages such as product details, shopping carts, checkout flows, user authentication, user accounts, and more.”

In my latest post, I share insights into our work to simplify storefront development, empowering developers to build high-performing, composable shopping experiences. I also showcase how Edge Delivery Services streamline the process, offering unparalleled flexibility, performance, and a seamless developer experience through a decoupled and composable architecture.

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README.md

Welcome to my stream of consciousness on technology, creativity, and a random series of events. Here, you’ll find insights from my ongoing projects, curated music playlists, and the occasional absurd thought, all wrapped in a minimalist, tech-nostalgic bi-color design.

What’s the deal with blogs? fnhipster isn’t about chasing keywords or algorithms. It doesn’t rely on clickbait; nothing but old-fashioned sharing via bookmarks, RSS feeds, and genuine curiosity. Whether you’re here by chance or came intentionally, I hope you’ll find something that sparks your interest and keeps you coming back.

Like what you see? Bookmark the site, subscribe to the RSS feed, or follow me at @fnhipster.com to stay in the loop.

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