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Fuck web services and why BasicSync is excellent

Published: May 2, 2026 11:35

With only 122 days (at the time of writing) until Google locks down Android, I almost feel like talking about mobile apps is a bit futile. Personally, I don’t even know what I’ll do when my phone cuts me off from F-Droid, and furthermore, what will happen…

Starmer’s AI gamble risks Labour’s future

Published: September 17, 2025 00:00

Labour is continuing to punch itself in the face over its approach to artificial intelligence. The party has abandoned both its climate pledges and its commitment to public safety as Prime Minister Keir Starmer stupidly embraces the tech industry’s AI…

I've Finally Made It to Vim!

Published: September 12, 2025 00:00

Unlike Kier Starmer my father was not a toolmaker, today I’d like to talk about a tool, made by a toolmaker. I can’t believe I’ve been on Linux full-time for over 10 years without learning how Vim works. It’s the preferred text editor of almost everyone I…

(Not yet) 50 games that have influenced me

Published: September 5, 2025 00:00

This list is a work in progress where I’m listed 50 games which have had a substantial impact on my life. This isn’t necessarily an endorsement of each of these games, but rather a project of personal reflection. I’ll flesh out this list over time, but…

How to use an emoji as your website's favicon

Published: September 4, 2025 00:00

Much like Tony Blair’s campaign slogan of ā€œeducation, education, education,ā€ I recognize the importance of having something simple yet recognizable to engage with people. While I’m not particularly focused on cultivating a ā€˜personal brand,’ there is still…

Recomended web tools and browser add-ons

Published: August 24, 2025 00:00

Web browser add-ons behind!: This is a great tool for helping you download photos and videos from many websites. uBlock Origin: The best ad blocking tool out there, and the primary reason I’m still using Firefox web browser. Online resources Google…

Desktop apps I use

Published: August 23, 2025 00:00

Just like former MP Jacob Rees-Mogg showing the world that he doesn’t have a computer in his office, I too shall share my daily workflow. Unlike Mister Rees-Mogg, I know how to use a computer (most of the time). All apps mentioned here are free and open…

A blop in the bucket

Published: August 17, 2025 00:00

Much like Liz Truss driving a tank into Estonia, I’m going to do something confusing and likely foolhardy: rebuild the pride and joy of my digital presence with Drew’s static website builder, blop. I’m a big lover of static sites for all the use cases you…

Mastodon and fediverse tools

Published: January 2, 2020 00:00

Bridge Fed: Link your Fedi account to Bluesky and vice versa. The Federation: Fediverse information and statistics. Masto.Host: create a Mastodon instance with this hosting service. Phanpy: lightweight and customisable alternative front end for Mastodon.…

Open source games what I like

Published: January 2, 2020 00:00

Battle for Wesnoth: a turn based fantasy strategy game. Chromium BSU: fast paced, arcade-style, top-scrolling space shooter. Freedoom: free and open source FPS game based on the Doom engine. Hedgewars: a turn-based strategy, artillery, action and comedy…