Writing Archive
Everything I've written about open source, productivity, and hardware.
AI agents vs management theory - similarities and differences
Agent engineering is largely management, where the worker is a language model. I map AI concepts to management theory and show what is genuinely new.
One monitor is enough
I used to work on three monitors, now just one. See how I set up macOS with AeroSpace and SketchyBar.
4 productivity lessons from my parents
Four simple productivity habits I learned at home: taking notes, starting early, taking the first step, and keeping track of the world.
Sovereign Tech Fund: how Germany funds critical open source
Open source is now the foundation of many systems used by companies, public administration and ordinary users. Some important projects are still maintained by small teams or even single individuals. Germany treated this problem as a matter of public infrastructure and launched the Sovereign Tech Fund.
Computer for Web Development
3 years ago I wrote a post recommending a MacBook with an M chip for web development. Today it's time for an update and expansion of the topic to include Linux laptops.
The Year of Linux
Linux usage on PC devices grew by 43% over the past year. 2026 will continue to be a year of growth for Linux and other open source solutions. Here's why I think so.
Polish Open Source Projects
Poland has more to offer in the open source world than you might think. I created a repository of Polish open source projects that shows how many valuable solutions are being created in our country.
MacBook Air and Pro – Resolutions and Monitors
Information about screens and supported monitors across MacBook models is scattered across Apple documentation and forums. It's hard to find one place to quickly check the differences. So I put together a comparison in table and list form — for an easy overview of what each model offers.
n8n on VPS: Step by Step from Bare Ubuntu to Running n8n
n8n lets you easily create automated workflows between various services (Jira, Slack, email, OpenAI and many more). You can self-host it for full control over your data and costs.
Balancing Manager and Maker Schedules in Service Companies
In service companies, roles often fall into two groups: managers and makers. A lack of synchronization between managerial and creative tasks can lead to project delivery problems. Better time organization and regular team meetings can significantly improve collaboration.
My Simple and Effective Way to Manage a Task List
Managing tasks can be overwhelming. Without a proper system it's easy to get lost. Here's my simple approach to organizing tasks and priorities.
Effective Email Inbox Management
A practical guide to Inbox Zero: three folders, a simple daily routine, and clear rules for processing email so nothing important slips through.
Open Source for Companies: When Does Open Source Software Bring Real Savings?
The main reason for choosing open source in a company is saving on software costs. However, open source doesn't always mean savings. I'll explain when using open source actually translates to reduced spending.
Apps I Use on macOS (2024)
A regularly updated list of apps I install after a fresh macOS setup — task management, developer tools, utilities, and open source picks.
Linux Laptops
A curated list of laptop manufacturers that sell machines designed to run Linux out of the box — no driver headaches, no broken suspend.
Hardware and Software Used by PHP Developers
Survey results from 57 PHP developers on the hardware and software they use daily — laptops, RAM, storage, operating systems, and IDEs.
How I Work with Todoist
Todoist is a task management app. I've been using it for several years. I've tested various apps of this type but always came back to Todoist because of its capabilities.
Which MacBook with M Chip for PHP Development
Hands-on comparison of MacBook models with Apple M chips to help PHP developers choose the right machine for their workload and budget.
Hello World
First post on this blog. I plan to write about web development, Drupal, Docker, productivity, IT project management, and hardware.
Good Productivity Practices
I've been reading books and articles on productivity for many years. I've collected what I consider the most important ideas on the topic in this post. If you're just starting to explore productivity, this post is perfect for you.