Ryan Clough 

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Network engineer and computer tinkerer.

I'm queer and non-binary, so if you're interested in my non-tech journey, definitely follow my non-tech-focused account: @internet_ryan

It should go without saying, but none of my interactions on social media reflect the views of any of my employers, past or present.

Profile pic is courtesy of my lovely wife @Corgisaurus. ❀️

(Header picture is my cat, Little Mouse, snuggling on my lap atop a tortilla-print blanket.)

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Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/ryanmclough
LocationBothell, WA, United States of America
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@paparatti Congrats!

eta: thanks, i ended up suggesting DeltaChat, but leaving this thread open if other people are looking

hi can someone tell me how to either use signal without ever using a phone or another encrypted messaging service that doesn't require a phone?

note to the linux people that this is for someone who is dealing with meta removing encryption, it can't be too difficult

More good news from this fine state: Washington is relaunching it's eBike rebate program.

https://ebikerebate.wsdot-sites.com

#PNW #seattle #bikes #cycling

WSDOT e-bike rebate program

@andrew Only the important ones. 😁

Today's mood: Reaching into the depths of the internet for that one weird tool that hasn't been maintained in, like, eight months, imposing your will on the source code to resolve version conflicts and *make* the damn thing compile, dammit.

(Yes, I was successful.)

Washington State will have two initiatives on the ballot this November, thanks to right wing billionaire Brian Heywood. One would repeal the school Safety Act, and the other bans transgender girls from afterschool sports by requiring a special medical certification for all girls who want to play sports.

No Hate In Washington State is organizing against these initiatives, and you can find out more here: https://nohateinwastate.org/

NO HATE in WA State Oppose IL26-001, IL26-638

Learn about opposing IL26-001, IL26-638, two harmful initiatives on the November ballot that threaten student safety.

NO HATE in WA State