new post about how you can choose not to use #Nix to manage some parts of your configuration, how to do it, and the benefits you get from doing that

instant changes, no rebuilds, and you can still get pinning for dependencies
https://jade.fyi/blog/use-nix-less/

I wrote a post on the rust blog about functions that have no clothes:

https://blog.rust-lang.org/2025/07/03/stabilizing-naked-functions/

#rustlang

title text: It's important for devices to have internet connectivity so the manufacturer can patch remote exploits.

(https://xkcd.com/3109)
(https://www.explainxkcd.com/wiki/index.php/3109)

Lately, I've been getting a lot of questions about travel and border security. Here are some resources I've compiled, in no specific order.

Is it safe to travel with your phone right now?

https://www.theverge.com/policy/634264/customs-border-protection-search-phone-airport-rights

Let's do more ranked choice voting, please.

#nyc

Who in their FUCKING mind would use YAML, like ever?

If someone suggests to you to just use YAML, you have instant proof that this person is not your friend, does not want the best for you and actually tries to sabotage you and your efforts.

What a fucking clusterfuck.