Protesilaos Stavrou
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Winter silence
An entry from my journal where I comment on how exposure to nature helps me understand my place in the world.
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Emacs: easily set timers with TMR
Video demo of my 'tmr' package for Emacs. It helps you set timers interactively and provides relevant utilities.
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Emacs: notmuch-indicator version 1.3.0
Information about my notmuch email counter for the mode line of GNU Emacs.
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Emacs: doric-themes version 0.6.0
Minimalist themes for GNU Emacs to complement my ef-themes (maximalist) and modus-themes (moderate).
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Teaching dogs and learning from them
An entry from my journal where I comment on how I interact with dogs and what I have learnt from them for life in general.
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Next steps for the hut
Information about what still needs to be done for the hut project to be viable for an average person.
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To the brightest dog
Just read the poem. No further comment.
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Emacs: my ‘oxford-calendar’ package
My new package for Emacs to display Oxford University academic terms in the 'M-x calendar'.
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The rainy days
Entry from my journal about keeping a sense of perspective when things are not going our way.
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Re: how are you fearless and how do you deal with anxiety?
My reply to a few questions about how I manage the emotional side of publishing my works and dealing with people's opinions.
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New battery for the hut
Information about the new battery I installed today for my hut's off-grid solar panel setup.
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Emacs: Substitute version 0.5.0
Information about the latest version of my 'substitute' package for Emacs.
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Emacs: ef-orange and ef-fig are part of the ef-themes
I added a new light and dark theme to my 'ef-themes' package for Emacs.
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Re: about AI, authenticity, and identity crisis
My reply to questions about how to deal with artificial intelligence and the search for authenticity.
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About fireworks and the different kinds of people
An excerpt from my journal which contains a commentary on how people and societies are.
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Poem: Remember me
Just read the poem. No further comment.
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Emacs: modus-themes version 5.2.0
Information about the latest version of my highly accessible themes for GNU Emacs.
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Emacs Lisp Elements: EPUB and PDF versions now available
My free book on the Emacs Lisp programming language is now available in EPUB and PDF formats.
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Re: what are your thoughts on discipline and virtue and what are your habits?
Excerpt from a private exchange where I elaborate on my approach to discipline, daily routines, and virtue.
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Emacs: refinements to the Denote file prompt
Information about the new Denote file prompt and a screenshot of how it looks like.
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Emacs: spacious-padding version 0.8.0
Information about the latest version of my 'spacious-padding' package for GNU Emacs.
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‘Emacs Lisp Elements’ book version 2
Information about the latest version of my 'Emacs Lisp Elements' book.
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Poem: When you are in the wilds
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Vlog: hike and philosophy with my four dogs
In this video I do a 1-hour tour of my mountain together with my dogs. I also report on the status of Atlas and then do some philosophy.
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Interpretation of “Andromeda” by Thanasis Papakonstantinou
Translation of---and philosophical commentary on---a Greek song whose translated title is 'Andromeda'.
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Poem: Juniper leaves
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Emacs: pulsar version 1.3.0
Information about the latest version of my pulsar package for GNU Emacs.
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Emacs: Substitute version 0.4.0
Information about the latest version of my 'substitute' package for Emacs.
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Emacs: new Modus themes tool to generate a complete palette
There is a new function I wrote for my modus-themes that makes it easier for users to create derivative Modus themes palettes.
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Poem: The medallion
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Emacs: doric-themes version 0.5.0
Minimalist themes for GNU Emacs to complement my ef-themes (maximalist) and modus-themes (moderate).
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Emacs: new ‘denote-merge’ package
Information about my new optional extension to Denote that streamlines the work of merging contents from one file to another.
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Tenting my split mechanical keyboard with magnets
Thoughts on the new tenting setup I have for my split mechanical keyboard.
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Emacs: new Doric themes ‘doric-siren’ and ‘doric-mermaid’
I am developing two new themes for my minimalistic 'doric-themes' package for Emacs. These combine marine hues with some warmer accents.
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Poem: Desert wind
Just read the poem. No further comment.
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Argie the white wolf who could not become a sheep
This is the story of Argie the white wolf who tried to become a sheep. It is a tale about diversity and acceptance.
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Poem: Mermaid
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Writing to refine my ideas and discover new ones
An entry from my journal where I explain my emotional disposition for writing with consistency.
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Poem: Memories of the Wind Fish
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Emacs: complete examples for Modus themes derivatives
I updated the manual of the Modus themes with complete step-by-step instructions and code samples that can be copy-pasted directly.
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Poem: Locked gates
Just read the poem. No further comment.
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Emacs: ‘standard-themes’ version 3.0.0
Release notes for the latest version of my 'standard-themes' for GNU Emacs.
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Emacs: ef-themes version 2.0.0
Information about the latest version of my colourful-yet-legible themes for GNU Emacs.
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Poem: Where no fairy flies
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Emacs: modus-themes version 5.1.0
Information about the latest version of my highly accessible themes for GNU Emacs.
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Poem: The November skies
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Slowing down and appreciating the little things
An entry from my journal where I comment on the benign effect of slowing down and becoming more strong and resilient as a result.
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Prot Asks: Logan about fiction, conflict, escapism, and life lessons
I talk with Logan about telling stories, finding conflict and escapism in fiction, and related life lessons.
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Rolling boulders
An entry from my journal where I describe the infrastructure work I am doing and also comment on some general life issues.
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Emacs: modus-themes version 5.0.0
Information about the latest version of my highly accessible themes for GNU Emacs.
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Poem: The distant
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End of the selfies project
What I learnt from this experiment and why I conclude it earlier than scheduled.
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Poem: Small beginnings
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Prot Asks: Maxim about writing, thinking, criticism, narratives, and productivity
I talk with Maxim about a range of issues from writing and thinking, to narratives and productivity.
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Poem: Were I a horse
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Poem: To be noticed
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The two sides of commitment
Essay on the distinction between doing something in earnest versus being content only with particular outcomes.
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Where to start with mechanical keyboards
My opinion on what you need to know to get started with mechanical keyboards.
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Emacs: Denote version 4.1.0
Information about the latest version of my Denote package for GNU Emacs.
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The werewolf moment
An account of what made me change my way of thinking to be more practical, focused, and decisive.
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Prot Asks: Ovi about Clojure development and business, Emacs, and AI
I talk with Ovidiu 'Ovi' Stoica about Clojure programming and business, Emacs, and various topics related to AI.
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Poem: To whom I could not meet
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Poem: Rose
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Poem: Enchantress (version 2)
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Interpretation of “Enchantress” by Protesilaos
Translation of---and philosophical commentary on---a poem of mine titled 'Enchantress'.
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Prot Asks: Ag about Emacs, Lisps, LLMs, and story-telling
I talk with Ag Ibragimov about Emacs, Lisp programming, LLMs, social interactions, and the importance of story-telling.
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Poem: Vitality
Just read the poem. No further comment.
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Emacs: tmr version 1.2.0
Information about the latest version of my TMR package for GNU Emacs.
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Prot Asks: Christian about indie dev, philosophy of experiences, Zettelkasten
I talk to Christian Tietze about his indie and freelancing programming, many practical philosophy topics, and Zettelkasten note-taking.
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My impression of the marketing around mechanical keyboard switches
Satirical post about the kind of marketing that defines the mechanical keyboard switch market.
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Emacs: the ‘standard-themes’ are also built on top of the ‘modus-themes’
My 'standard-themes' for Emacs are refactored to work on top of my 'modus-themes', thus inheriting their extensive face coverage and customisability.
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Interpretation of “At this world’s bankruptcy” by Nikolas Asimos
Translation of---and philosophical commentary on---a Greek song whose translated title is 'At this world's bankruptcy'.
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Emacs: ‘modus-themes’ as a basis for other themes; ‘ef-themes’ is first
Update on changes I making to allow the modus-themes to be used as a basis for other other projects. My ef-themes is the first of that kind.
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Emacs: building on top of the Modus themes
A big picture view of how the Modus themes can be used by other theme packages.
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Poem: Regretful and bitter
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Emacs: the next ‘ef-themes’ will build on top of the ‘modus-themes’
Announcement about the changes coming to the next major version of the Ef themes.
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When there is no way, you have to dig
An excerpt from my journal where I comment on the hard work I do around my place and how it relates to my life in general.
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Emacs: ef-themes version 1.11.0
Information about the latest version of my colourful-yet-legible themes for GNU Emacs.
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Poem: Letters in bottles
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Prot Asks: Ekaitz about Guix, bootstrapability, FOSS advocacy, and the Basque country
I talk to Ekaitz about being a Guix developer, bootstrapping software, advocating for FOSS, and life in the Basque country.
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Emacs: example of a custom Denote identifier to include day of week data
I explain how Denote can use custom identifiers and discuss the technicalities of the code.
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Poem: At the point we meet
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Re: How do you walk four dogs?
I explain how I train my dogs to be good canine citizens and the lessons for life that go with this.
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Philosophy: first you walk, then you think for yourself
In this video I talk about the patience we need to do philosophy and explain how walking is a great way to become more patient.
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Poem: Happenstance
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Emacs: the next version of Denote will support custom identifiers
Information about the upcoming release of Denote that will allow advanced users or developers to use custom identifiers.
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Conditioning the inner critic
Comment on the voice inside of our head that reminds us of our standards and how we can work with it.
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Poem: My hesitation
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Re: is ancient Sparta an influence on you?
Excerpt from a private exchange in which I explain how ancient Greek values inform my way of life.
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Prot Asks: Julien about Emacs, functional package managers, Nix, Guix, and reproducibility
I talk to Julien Malka about using Emacs for everything and then the topic of functional package managers, especially Nix and Guix.
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Re: how do you do food?
Excerpt from a private exchange in which I explain my approach to food and daily routines.
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Thus begins the selfie project
I will be taking selfies and posting them on a daily basis.
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Vlog: Oreeon got bitten by a snake and is okay now
In this video I report on what happened to one of my puppies and how I managed to bring him back home from the vet clinic.
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Poem: Find me
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Prot Asks: port19 about RSI, keyboard ergonomics, dictation tools, and geriatric nursing
I talk to port19 about custom keyboards to improve ergonomics and to ease the pain of repetitive strain injury.
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Poem: The unexpected
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The blood moon and my place in the world
I experienced the lunar eclipse and was inspired to write again about my spiritual outlook.
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Prot Asks: Greg about Emacs, Android, dogs, fishing, cycling, and Pennsylvania
I talk to Greg about a number of topics ranging from the technical work one does in Emacs to outdoors activities in Pennsylvania.
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Emacs: show-font version 1.0.0
Information about the latest version of my show-font package for GNU Emacs.
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Όταν η πατρίδα σου είναι θεματικό πάρκο
Η βιομηχανία τουρισμού μετατρέπει την χώρα μου σε κάτι ψεύτικο που οδηγεί τους ντόπιους στην εξαθλίωση.
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