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Laptop in the repair shop. For free diagnosis, thank G-d. I have to change my workflow again. By this time, while on my journey towards my 10 Visions, I have a mix of projects, namely, ones that make use of analog tools, and those that require digital tools. Where we’re back at: Mobile Workstation. It would be interesting what tools I’ll find for the things I need to do this time, in this current progression of AI Tools. Bootstrapping. Imagine bootstrapping a company with jus

Yesterday, I had an interesting challenge that topped off a really big challenge I already have! This is the little booklet I made, and a pen I brought with me, as I took my broken phone for repair... First, as I got back home after a phone call meeting, I saw that I got charged for something that I had to sit down and reach out to request for a refund. Next thing right after that, my phone suddenly made noise, and I hoped it was just the paper in the notebook where I put my

When it comes to creating digital products that truly resonate with users, UX/ UI design is the secret sauce. You want your website or app to not only look stunning but also feel intuitive and effortless to use. That’s where professional UX/ UI design services come in. UX stands for User Experience Design, and UI for User Interface Design. Hiring experts who specialize in this craft can transform your digital presence from ordinary to extraordinary. If you’re ready to elevate

When you're not limited by the latest technology or the lack thereof, and you find ways to execute with what's available for you, even the search for solutions in your current situation, is you pulling back, so you can spring back forward with greater speed, as soon as more things become accessible for you.

Those who can understand the correlation and the connection between 2 subject matters have better retention, increased perspective, and better understanding of things. Art & Design Science & Math Art & Music Design & Math Wear Your 3D Glasses Remember the 3D glasses from the 80s? The red and blue lens on each side? When you study a subject matter, and look at the same matter in 2 lenses, your depth of knowledge increases. You gain perspective. Your view is not one-sided. Art

Finding the right tool to organize ideas, files, and projects can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. I started with Notion, hoping it would be the all-in-one solution. Instead, I ran into slow loading times, constant limits on free usage, and a frustrating experience that blocked my creative flow. Then I explored Obsidian, which promised offline access and local file control but came with its own challenges. Finally, I discovered Anytype, a fresh alternative that

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Artists and designers often face the challenge of managing a growing collection of work. As projects accumulate, it becomes harder to keep track of pieces, update portfolios, and create meaningful collections for clients or exhibitions. Without a clear system, valuable time is lost searching for files or deciding what to showcase next. Building an effective portfolio system can transform this chaos into a smooth, organized process that supports creativity instead of hindering

Today, I embarked on an exciting journey of music creation using Google's Lyria. What started as a simple experiment turned into a rewarding process of crafting a track that truly reflects where I am in my life and creative path. After several iterations, I finally produced a piece I am proud to share. This post walks you through my experience, the creative decisions I made, and the story behind the music. Creating music with Google's Lyria, showing the digital audio workstat

In an interview for a Sr. UI/UX Designer role, I was asked to share my personality, career story, and portfolio. I also rated my skills in UI/UX Design Tools. Here’s a summary of our discussion: Who is Charity Calderon as a person? Art & Design Work Experience Career Story Personality Portfolio Art & Design: A Personal Perspective Art and design are intertwined for me. They are like a marriage. There is design in art and art in design. A designer can also be an artist. This p