A Forced Gap Year In the World of Tech [Part 2: The Books]

In my previous post, I talked about how I was in the job market for over a year and a half, going over my interview prep and thinking about all the types of questions they would ask. This post is a response to those questions, preparing for those interviews by really studying up and hittingContinue reading “A Forced Gap Year In the World of Tech [Part 2: The Books]”

A Forced Gap Year In the World of Tech [Part 1: The Questions]

In November 2023, I was part of a company-wide layoff that affected hundreds of employees. It was a layoff that nobody on my team saw coming, not even my own project manager, who was so irrationally angry for me when he heard I was the only one on our team getting let go. I hadContinue reading “A Forced Gap Year In the World of Tech [Part 1: The Questions]”

A Year of Pyra/Mythra in Smash

Yesterday, March 4th, marks the first anniversary of Pyra/Mythra in Smash. And with that, I’ve felt like reflecting upon everything that’s happened this past year. And oh boy is my head all over the place lol. This year made me realize: this past decade I’ve been living a lie. DK DOESN’T TEACH FUNDIES AND MYContinue reading “A Year of Pyra/Mythra in Smash”

[Gaming] Bravely Default 2 Demo…

It… might just be the worst game I’ve ever played 😡 I ended up completing the whole thing out of curiosity after about 5 hours, including optional bosses, and here are my thoughts on it all. Characters / Story Characters feel pretty average overall (despite the fact that Seth sounds exactly like Xenoblade Rex) StoryContinue reading “[Gaming] Bravely Default 2 Demo…”

“The Ultimate Notebook” 2nd Edition is now available!

The second edition of The Ultimate Notebook is now available for purchase! Thank you for your patience! Check them out here! Softcover: https://www.blurb.com/b/9948363-the-ultimate-notebook Hardcover: https://www.blurb.com/b/9948345-the-ultimate-notebook Changes in the 2nd Edition Now includes the Fighter Pass Volume 2! Since this wasn’t announced when the first edition of the notebook was released, DLC fighters after Byleth weren’tContinue reading ““The Ultimate Notebook” 2nd Edition is now available!”

New Decade, Same Me

2019 Highlights Smash majors: Genesis 6, Prime Saga, Smash n Splash, Breakthrough 2, Switchfest, Nightmare on Smashville, Kongo Saga Made ~$500 (gross amount) in Smash! (without getting ranked lol) Published not just one but two books! The Human Behind the Controller The Ultimate Notebook Travels: New: Wisconsin (Wisconsin Dells, Madison), Canada (Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Banff)Continue reading “New Decade, Same Me”

[Art] Inktober x NieR: Automata

This year marks my second attempt… and success! at Inktober! (See last year’s Inktober review). While I had committed just as much time, if not more, as last year, it’s always worth it. And just like last year, I’d like to give myself some time to reflect on everything I experienced throughout this challenge. IContinue reading “[Art] Inktober x NieR: Automata”

[Notes] Atomic Habits by James Clear

I’ve just finished reading the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, and holy wow this is one of the most powerful books I’ve read in a while. Its lessons are so influential in everything in our lives, from our everyday habits to developing our skills in any field. I would highly recommend this book to literally anyone!Continue reading “[Notes] Atomic Habits by James Clear”