Alex Rivera

Software enthusiast, systems tinkerer, and minimalist. Writing about web stacks, Linux workflows, and digital archiving.

Building Lean Static Workflows with Modern Toolchains

Published on October 14, 2026 · 4 min read

Reflections on stepping back from heavyweight static site frameworks in favor of clean semantic markup and minimal asset bundles.

Observations on Storage Redundancy and ZFS Snapshots

Published on August 29, 2026 · 7 min read

Practical rules of thumb for orchestrating local snapshot rotation schedules and verified off-site sync routines.

Keyboard Layout Optimization and Terminal Productivity

Published on May 12, 2026 · 5 min read

Notes on remapping modifiers, managing headless workspace multiplexing, and keeping navigation friction to a minimum.