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My product is my garden
I’ve been part of the internet startup scene for a while. There are so many different camps: the bootstrappers, the VC-backed tech-bros, the crypto “investor...
Herman Martinus
Hi I'm Herman Martinus. I'm a maker of things, rider of bikes, and hiker of mountains.
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The Frustration Loop
Dealing with spam the fun way.
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Smartphones and being present
Living intentionally in a world of distraction.
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How I stay motivated as a solo creator
Working solo has its difficulties. For one, my income is somewhat tied to my productivity, and my productivity highly correlates to my state of mind. This is...
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A case for toe socks
I love toe socks and I think you should too
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Forced to upgrade
On finally having to upgrade my iPhone
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The ROI of Exercise
The math on why exercise is a good deal.
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Observations on 6 Years of Journaling
My thoughts and experiences on how writing a daily journal improved my memory and understanding of myself.
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A personal trainer is the best investment I've made
Advice to developers entering the industry: the best investment is in yourself.