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Sep 27, 2019

30 Reasons Why I Avoid Xcode’s Interface Builder

The road to complexity hell is plastered with well intended technologies. And after I’ve had to deal with Apple Xcode’s Interface Builder in every big client project, I’m convinced its promises are an illusion. So why am I such a hater on the Interface Builder? What I rather wonder is…

I OS

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30 Reasons Why I Despise Xcode’s Interface Builder
30 Reasons Why I Despise Xcode’s Interface Builder

Aug 26, 2019

Code Structure is Determined by Dependencies

This is the second and last “axiomatic” discussion. The texts follwing this one will build more upon already introduced ideas and ultimately tie them all together. Structure Sets the Stage The natural laws of life relate to its structure. The structure of a thing is defined by its elements and the relationships between them…

Software

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Code Structure is Determined by Dependencies
Code Structure is Determined by Dependencies

Aug 25, 2019

Code Represents Customer Value and Technology

If software architecture roots in a set of laws that naturally apply to all code, then what are these laws? Let’s narrow down the first one! In this text, we excavate the fundamental role of software architecture by digging into the essence of code. Note, that when we talk of…

Software Development

7 min read

Code Represents Customer Value and Technology
Code Represents Customer Value and Technology

Aug 24, 2019

Architecture is Principled Software Development

Is Architecture for Buildings? Software architecture is a fuzzy term and we’ll deconstruct it anyway, so let’s not get bogged down by “definitions”. Instead, let’s build upon our intuitive understanding and address common misconceptions. In the realm of software, architecture is, first and foremost, a metaphor. It’s a useful one. But, like with any…

Software Architecture

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Architecture is Principled Software Development
Architecture is Principled Software Development

Jan 14, 2019

Zen in the Art of Software Architecture

From Timeless Principles to Timely Products - Introduction — his starts a series of book excerpts from: “Zen in the Art of Software Architecture — From Timeless Principles to Timely Products”. The draft keeps evolving, and I change published content without highlighting every edit. Last edit: May 27, 2019 The Call to Adventure When I was eleven, I taught myself Pascal and, shortly…

Software Architecture

6 min read

Zen in the Art of Software Architecture
Zen in the Art of Software Architecture

Jul 13, 2018

How a Minimalist Productivity App Changed My Life

I was missing a self-management tool that fits my needs. So I built it. This article is about why I had to create something new, how it changed the way I feel and, ultimately, how interaction design can support creative flow states. More about the app itself is at flowlistapp.com. 1. An Itch to Scratch …

Productivity

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How a Minimalist Productivity App Changed My Life
How a Minimalist Productivity App Changed My Life

Sep 17, 2017

Break Free from Your Musical Baggage

A 7 Step Strategy for Songwriters and Producers — Creating dreamy indie pop is a passion of mine. When I was 5, I started violin practice. More than 20 years ago, I started composing on my computer. Now I’m putting together an album for the bloody first time. …

Music Production

7 min read

Break Free from Your Musical Baggage
Break Free from Your Musical Baggage

Sep 25, 2016

How to Know Your Talents and Unleash Your Super Powers

Disclaimer: My dear reader, in this article, I talk directly to YOU. I may even ask you to do something. However, my point of view merely reflects my own life experience. I invite you put it on like a shoe. …

Self Improvement

13 min read

How to Know Your Talents and Unleash Your Super Powers
How to Know Your Talents and Unleash Your Super Powers

Sep 16, 2016

Where Focus Fails and How All-Rounders Get Shit Done

Disclaimer: My dear reader, in this article, I talk directly to YOU. I may even ask you to do something. However, my point of view merely reflects my own life experience. I invite you put it on like a shoe. …

Productivity

11 min read

Where Focus Fails and How All-Rounders Get Shit Done
Where Focus Fails and How All-Rounders Get Shit Done

Sep 16, 2016

What If Your Unconscious Negates Self-Development?

Disclaimer: My dear reader, in this article, I talk directly to YOU. I may even ask you to do something. However, my point of view merely reflects my own life experience. I invite you put it on like a shoe. …

Self Improvement

5 min read

What If Your Unconscious Negates Self-Development?
What If Your Unconscious Negates Self-Development?
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Software engineer, clean architecture, Swift, flowtoolz.com

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