Clear the cache in your own mind and let go of limiting beliefs holding you back. A short Roll Out note on mindset, learning new skills, building big dreams, and growing without becoming someone else.
Big downloads and constant updates are now normal, but software doesn’t have to be bloated. Let’s break down the bloat tax, and what it looks like to build leaner software again.
When we think “open-source”, we often think “a belief system, a preference, or a vibe”. I see it differently. Open software is a powerful force of technological resilience. You can inspect it, tweak it, fork it, and build on it
Software trust is often learned through social pressure, not evidence. How a viral open-source “failure” narrative spreads, and why Linux is being re-evaluated.
A short framework for keeping creative freedom honest: survivability, choice, modification, and redistribution, so your work stays portable and free to ship.
A behind-the-scenes look at my professional creative stack on Linux: the open-source tools I use for design, photo, video, audio, writing, and office work, and how open standards keep the whole workflow portable and professional.
A year-end Roll Out reflection on productivity as an expression of agency, with lessons on dedication, determination, and building systems that make growth real and sustainable in 2026.
Web tech isn’t just for sites anymore. Web engines became predictable enough for serious desktop apps. Why it’s happening, plus a quick security tip.
CSS has grown beyond the web into a shared styling language for modern interfaces. Here’s why that matters, plus a fun way to learn it with small projects.
In this edition of The Roll Out, I explore how rediscovering the simple joy of learning—through Linux tools, tiny experiments and everyday life—can spark new ideas.