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### Man vs Machine — Or Maybe Man With Machine When I started learning Unix 30 years ago, it felt like a cross between a memory card game and a typing class. You had to remember obscure commands, chain them together like magic spells, and hope your mental model matched reality... Read more
This morning brought an unexpected visitor inside the house here in Puerto Morelos—a small tree frog perched calmly on the wall as if it lived here. Alberto immediately took a liking to it and named it Fred. I'm used to seeing them in the garden, but finding one inside was still ... Read more
Today I want to share a technical approach for extracting and analyzing Facebook network data using Chrome Developer Tools and Python. This method allows for capturing friend lists, profile information, and other publicly available data while browsing Facebook, using HAR (HTTP Ar... Read more
Today I'm excited to share a practical demonstration of one of my site's newest features: natural language content management. This capability allows me to manage my blog posts and content through simple, conversational commands - making content creation and updates more intuitiv... Read more
Sometimes the simplest jokes land the best, especially with family. I made a playful card for my mom featuring a "Hi from Snowy St. Louis" message on the front, with the punchline inside featuring Hello Kitty on skis and the text "but sucks there's no skiing." A little geographic... Read more
Last Christmas brought an unwelcome surprise that no one should ever have to experience - a betrayal from within my own family. What should have been a time of celebration instead became a stark reminder that trust, once broken, leaves deep wounds that take time to heal. On De... Read more
As a diver, I've always been fascinated by the hidden infrastructure beneath the waves that most beachgoers never see. Today, I want to share with you one of the most overlooked yet fascinating features of our swimming areas: the mooring systems that keep our navigation buoys in ... Read more
Today, I want to share a striking image I captured at Ojo de Agua in Puerto Morelos—a moment where light, shadow, and the quiet weightlessness of water come together to create something truly otherworldly. The photograph shows a diver suspended in a dramatic, head-first descen... Read more
15 Common Misconceptions About Scuba Diving Certification — Expanded 1. Flexibility in Teaching Methods A widespread misconception among new divers is that scuba training must follow a rigid, one-size-fits-all format where every student performs every skill in exactly the sam... Read more
Mexico has always held a special fascination for travelers and culture enthusiasts alike. From its vibrant cities to its ancient ruins, the country offers an incredible tapestry of experiences that continue to captivate visitors from around the world. The culinary landscape of... Read more
