Michael writes about software development, leadership, and practical tips for fixing edge cases in tools, with a focus on GitHub Actions and workflow optimization.
11 articles from this blog
A guide to automating AUR package updates using GitHub Actions, including SSH key setup and workflow configuration.
A senior engineer reflects on the transition from individual contributor to system designer, exploring the addictive nature of shipping code versus the long-term leverage of building robust systems.
A design leader's struggle with unclear project requirements highlights the importance of aligning on inputs early to improve team efficiency and output quality.
Explores the challenge of 'asymmetric questions' in tech teams, where asking is easy but answering requires deep effort and context.
A technical article on how visibility and communication, not just speed, are critical for engineering team success and stakeholder trust.
Google has added a built-in bulk unsubscribe feature in Gmail, allowing users to manage email subscriptions easily.
A developer builds a CLI tool for UK tax calculations using Go, OpenCode, and AI assistants, detailing the process and technical decisions.
How to fix Electron app errors when native Node modules are compiled against the wrong Node.js version, using @electron/rebuild.
Explores the role of 'toolsmiths' in eliminating fragile, one-off processes through automation and small tools to improve operational efficiency.
A guide on using the `jq` command-line tool to parse and extract user prompts from ChatGPT Codex session files stored in JSONL format.
Developer shares experience building a GitHub CLI extension using ChatGPT Codex to manage saved issue searches across multiple repositories.
