Developer & IT generalist · Slovakia
Hi, I'm Matus.
I build web software and look after the Linux servers it runs on. Here I write about programming, Linux and hardware tinkering, and share the tools, modules and themes I make along the way.
01 / Latest posts
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Solving Krashen's i+1: A 0–100 Difficulty Scale for Language Reading Practice
Krashen's i+1 input hypothesis is powerful but hard to apply — CEFR levels jump too much. Here's a 0–100 scale and AI prompt to find your sweet spot.
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Automatically Restart MariaDB on Crash in Ubuntu with systemd
Learn how to auto-restart MariaDB after a crash in Ubuntu using a systemd override.
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On decision making: Why Half-Finished Is Worse Than Never Started
Exploring the pitfalls of starting tasks without finishing them and advocating for an all-or-nothing approach to commitments.
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Why Motivation Is Irrelevant to Getting Things Done
Motivation is overrated. Learn why your feelings are irrelevant to getting tasks done and how to break free from dependency on external motivation.
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4 Daily Practices That Build Lifelong Intelligence
Discover four simple daily practices that can help you develop lifelong intelligence. From thinking ahead to self-awareness, these habits will enhance your cognitive abilities.
02 / Projects
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ZenTools.dev - Webtools for everyday use
A collection of webtools for everyday use.
Visit zentools.dev
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Brunel - Machine plaster and screed
Website for a Slovak construction company specialising in machine plastering and screeds.
Visit brunel.sk
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Dubacik - Aparthouse in Tylicz
Website for a cozy two-apartment aparthouse in the Polish mountain village of Tylicz.
Visit dubacik.pl
