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Preview for Building an Anonymous Comment Section in Svelte

Building an Anonymous Comment Section in Svelte

July 25, 2025 Patch Note

A look at why I chose anonymous comments over user accounts, the technical and social tradeoffs, and what it took to make it work.

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Preview for Improving The Pictures on StayMapper

Improving The Pictures on StayMapper

May 15, 2025 Patch Note

An aesthetic upgrade achieved by doing things the simple way instead of the complex way.

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Preview for 4 Months of Code Later: Building StayMapper from Scratch

4 Months of Code Later: Building StayMapper from Scratch

May 10, 2025 Patch Note

The behind-the-scenes story of how I spent 4 months learning to code and building StayMapper.com - a better way to find your perfect place to stay.

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Preview for Two Chilly Weeks in Bogotá

Two Chilly Weeks in Bogotá

November 21, 2024 Postcard

A look at life in Colombia’s capital with highlights and honest reflections from our time there.

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Preview for 4 Days in Quito: Surprised by Ecuador's Capital

4 Days in Quito: Surprised by Ecuador's Capital

November 17, 2024 Postcard

A short visit in a city that surprised me.

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Preview for My Wild Week in the Peruvian Amazon

My Wild Week in the Peruvian Amazon

November 15, 2024 Postcard

The adventure of a lifetime. Mosquitoes, piranhas, and howler monkey serenades included.

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Preview for Bussing Around Peru

Bussing Around Peru

November 1, 2024 Postcard

A memorable bus ride with stops at many of the major highlights in the country.

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Preview for Cusco in 10 days. Breathtaking altitudes and views.

Cusco in 10 days. Breathtaking altitudes and views.

October 22, 2024 Postcard

A magical city with a huge historical significance that I wish I had more time in.

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Preview for 10 Days in Santiago: Why Chile's Capital Didn't Win Me Over

10 Days in Santiago: Why Chile's Capital Didn't Win Me Over

October 13, 2024 Postcard

My honest take on 10 days in Santiago, Chile. I had high hopes but the city left me feeling underwhelmed.

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Preview for Forget Your Detailed Itinerary. 3 Days in Mendoza.

Forget Your Detailed Itinerary. 3 Days in Mendoza.

October 10, 2024 Postcard

My flexible guide to making the most of your trip to Mendoza, Argentina.

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Preview for Buenos Aires... I'll Be Back

Buenos Aires... I'll Be Back

September 7, 2024 Postcard

A month spent in Argentina's capital. The start of my nomadic journey. A life changing experience.

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