Hi, I'm Graham.
I write about building things — software, cottages, and a life that works.
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Essays on productivity, building, and what's actually working.
Can guided journaling improve productivity and self-awareness?
A practical look at the Headway Journaling Starter Kit, where guided journaling helps, where it falls short, and who it is best for.
What's actually true about AI data centers?
AI data centers use real electricity and water, but the useful debate depends on location, cooling, grid impact, waste heat, and who benefits.
Why aren't we 3D printing more boats?
Boats are expensive because boatbuilding is slow, manual, and tooling-heavy. Large-format 3D printing may help first with molds and prototypes.
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