The phrase “WebKit magic” is something I could live without.
+ +Firehose
This just in, defecation demonstration causes devastation across the nation. More at 9.
-Which one of you has been visiting my website with a Windows Phone?
-Firehose
Which one of you has been visiting my website with a Windows Phone?
+ +Firehose
A majestic butterfly.
- Bright green, moist moss growing vertically.
-
Firehose
Bright green, moist moss growing vertically.
+
+ Firehose
I’ve noticed what seems to be a growing distaste for Git in my frontend development feeds on Bluesky.
I must say that once I got past the initial learning curve, I’ve found it quite nice.
-Hey, err, web devs on Windows. How do you guys test for WebKit?
-As far as I can see, not a single native Windows WebKit browser exists…
-Firehose
Hey, err, web devs on Windows. How do you guys test for WebKit?
+As far as I can see, not a single native Windows WebKit browser exists…
+ +Firehose
Ahhh, yes. Neo-Twitter. Risen from the ashes of the internet’s previous tabloid crap peddler.
- New post published:
- I Hate My Nokia
-
- My review of my Nokia G22. A phone touted as being easily repairable that doesn't quite live up to the standards it sets for itself.
-
- https://vale.rocks/posts/i-hate-my-nokia
-
Firehose
+ New post published:
+ I Hate My Nokia
+
+ My review of my Nokia G22. A phone touted as being easily repairable that doesn't quite live up to the standards it sets for itself.
+
+ https://vale.rocks/posts/i-hate-my-nokia
+
Firehose
My New Year’s resolution is 720p.
I considered 4K UHD, but I think it’s important to set achievable goals.
-And another passes. As I write this it’s 2024 in the UTC +8 time zone.
-Expect a blog post on my site tomorrow, I’ve got some exciting plans to share.
-Firehose
And another passes. As I write this it’s 2024 in the UTC +8 time zone.
+Expect a blog post on my site tomorrow, I’ve got some exciting plans to share.
+ +A snowy mountain semi-concealed by cloud.
-
Firehose
A snowy mountain semi-concealed by cloud.
+
+ The modern job searching experience:
-Job Title: Entry Level Position
Requirements: 3 to 5 years of experience
How does somebody get experience when nobody will hire them because they don’t have experience?
-And don’t forget the job description:
-“At [COMPANY NAME HERE], we pride ourselves on our tight-knit and supportive work culture. We believe in fostering an environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and encouraged to grow. Our company operates like a family, where collaboration, innovation, and a sense of belonging are central to our success.
-As a member of our close-knit family, you will play an integral role in contributing to our company’s growth and success. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your unique skills and perspectives are appreciated.”
-Firehose
The modern job searching experience:
+Job Title: Entry Level Position
Requirements: 3 to 5 years of experience
How does somebody get experience when nobody will hire them because they don’t have experience?
+And don’t forget the job description:
+“At [COMPANY NAME HERE], we pride ourselves on our tight-knit and supportive work culture. We believe in fostering an environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and encouraged to grow. Our company operates like a family, where collaboration, innovation, and a sense of belonging are central to our success.
+As a member of our close-knit family, you will play an integral role in contributing to our company’s growth and success. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, where your unique skills and perspectives are appreciated.”
+ +Firehose
A fungal growth on the side of a moss-covered log.
- Tiny sprouts growing up from the top of a moss-covered log.
-
Firehose
Tiny sprouts growing up from the top of a moss-covered log.
+
+ Firehose
Linus knew exactly what he was doing when he called the command “git blame”.
Firehose
A fuzzy little plant growing in the garden.
- A rock showing its true colours thanks to being soaked in water.
-
Firehose
A rock showing its true colours thanks to being soaked in water.
+
+ Firehose
I put together a photography page on my site. It contains photos I have taken. You will now click the below link and view these photos. You will enjoy the experience.
Just posting this here for no specific reason at all.
- -Firehose
Just posting this here for no specific reason at all.
+ + +Firehose
The OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) loop is a powerful framework—not just for decision-making, but for building better products and experiences.
It’s also invaluable in avoiding wasting time building things that nobody wants or needs.
-I ensure I write crap that I don’t publish so that if I ever become a super famous writer and then cark it, there’ll be something to tack to the end of special editions.
-Firehose
I ensure I write crap that I don’t publish so that if I ever become a super famous writer and then cark it, there’ll be something to tack to the end of special editions.
+ +Firehose
Been upgrading and building on this. Pretty happy with it now. It has tons more engines added, a nicer UI (still simple—speed is the priority), and snaps inspired by Kagi which are lovely.
-Pretty convinced jackiechan.com is peak web design.
-Firehose
Pretty convinced jackiechan.com is peak web design.
+ +Firehose
I’m always amazed by the cool features I find when I misstype in Vim.
-I really hate the term ‘WebFinger’. Stop fingering around for some JSON. Frankly, keep your fingers to yourself.
-Firehose
I really hate the term ‘WebFinger’. Stop fingering around for some JSON. Frankly, keep your fingers to yourself.
+ +Firehose
A red monochrome photo of a spider sitting in its web.
- Blimey, I’m lovin’ <dialog> and the Popover API. JavaScript free* menus without the need for any hacks.
I used to use some trickery involving CSS’s :target to implement menus…
This is only gonna get cooler when anchor positioning gets more comprehensive support. Top layer elements and anchor positioning go together like butter and toast.
- -Firehose
Blimey, I’m lovin’ <dialog> and the Popover API. JavaScript free* menus without the need for any hacks.
I used to use some trickery involving CSS’s :target to implement menus…
This is only gonna get cooler when anchor positioning gets more comprehensive support. Top layer elements and anchor positioning go together like butter and toast.
+ +Firehose
https://vale.rocks/posts/building-sites-with-iframes -
Are people implementing lightboxes with <dialog>, custom implementations, or something different? Would love to hear!
Firehose
Are people implementing lightboxes with <dialog>, custom implementations, or something different? Would love to hear!
Firehose
Honestly pretty disappointed we haven’t gotten an Ask Jeeves AI.
A mark was missed.
-Everyone else listens for their fan to spin down so they know their code has finished compiling from halfway across the room, yeah?
-To the tune of Devo’s Beautiful World.
+It’s a beautiful web we log on to,
A realm of quiet art–
Handcrafted pages and thoughtful words
Where each voice leaves its mark.
Makes me want to say…
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web
For you, for you, for you.
It’s a great time for creation,
A moment to truly share;
Mindful code and written dreams
All built with honest care.
Makes me want to say…
It’s an uplifting space,
It’s an uplifting space,
It’s an uplifting space
For you, for you, for you.
Hey!
Tell me, what do you see?
Introverts bathed in LCD light,
Finding meaning in the night.
Hey, hey!
It’s a beautiful web we log on to,
A realm of quiet art–
Handcrafted pages and thoughtful words
Where each voice leaves its mark.
Makes me want to say…
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web
For you, for you, for you.
It’s not for me.
+(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) Not me–
(It’s a beautiful web)…
To the tune of Devo’s Beautiful World.
\nIt’s a beautiful web we log on to,
A realm of quiet art–
Handcrafted pages and thoughtful words
Where each voice leaves its mark.
Makes me want to say…
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web
For you, for you, for you.
It’s a great time for creation,
A moment to truly share;
Mindful code and written dreams
All built with honest care.
Makes me want to say…
It’s an uplifting space,
It’s an uplifting space,
It’s an uplifting space
For you, for you, for you.
Hey!
Tell me, what do you see?
Introverts bathed in LCD light,
Finding meaning in the night.
Hey, hey!
It’s a beautiful web we log on to,
A realm of quiet art–
Handcrafted pages and thoughtful words
Where each voice leaves its mark.
Makes me want to say…
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web
For you, for you, for you.
It’s not for me.
\n(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) Not me–
(It’s a beautiful web)…
It’s a beautiful web we log on to,
A realm of quiet art–
Handcrafted pages and thoughtful words
Where each voice leaves its mark.
Makes me want to say…
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web
For you, for you, for you.
It’s a great time for creation,
A moment to truly share;
Mindful code and written dreams
All built with honest care.
Makes me want to say…
It’s an uplifting space,
It’s an uplifting space,
It’s an uplifting space
For you, for you, for you.
Hey!
Tell me, what do you see?
Introverts bathed in LCD light,
Finding meaning in the night.
Hey, hey!
It’s a beautiful web we log on to,
A realm of quiet art–
Handcrafted pages and thoughtful words
Where each voice leaves its mark.
Makes me want to say…
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web,
It’s a beautiful web
For you, for you, for you.
It’s not for me.
+(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) For you
(It’s a beautiful web) Not me–
(It’s a beautiful web)…