I’ve set up this blog with a few purposes in mind:

1. Explore useful tips about the Apple ecosystem

I’m learning new things about macOS everyday and I think many, many people will benefit greatly if they take some time to fully learn what their machine is capable of.

I’m looking to learn and experiment, so most of what I’ll be writing about requires some basic knowledge of Terminal.

2. Give discerning readers useful and insightful guidance about tech

Our devices are incredibly capable. They’ve helped me become a more efficient, lean and productive person. Anyone has the potential to learn something useful here.

3. Test out the Medium Custom Domain platform and explore how SEO works for a small blog

This domain has been in hibernation for quite some time. Back then, a Medium Custom Domain was possible. I’ve revived this site as a side project to learn about SEO and the role of a small blog in the vast interspace of the web.

I don’t get many views here, and there’s miniscule organic reach. If you’re one of the few people that has found this small spot in the far reaches of the internet, congratulations.

2020 Update

My side blog somehow manages to garner 3000 views/month organically from Google. Wow.

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