The Unexpected Power of Writing

The Unexpected Power of Writing

The Unexpected Power of Writing

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Learning isn’t just about absorbing information—it’s about making sense of it. And there’s no better way to do that than by writing about what you learn. That’s why we started this newsletter—not just to educate, but to think out loud, refine our own understanding, and spark discussions that help everyone grow.

More Than Just Tutorials

We love building structured learning experiences. Want to learn chezmoi? Curious about tmux vs zellij? We’ve got you covered in our courses and tutorials. But this newsletter is something different.

Instead of simply teaching, we’re exploring. It’s a place to formulate thoughts on what matters, challenge assumptions, and elevate discussions so that you can come to your own conclusions.

This isn’t just about knowledge transfer—it’s about engaging with ideas in a way that shapes how we think as developers. Understanding a concept deeply isn’t just about memorizing how it works; it’s about questioning when, why, and if it should be used at all.

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Writing as a Tool for Thinking

There’s a hidden power in writing about what you learn: it forces clarity. Ideas that seem obvious in your head become harder to articulate when put into words. That’s a good thing. It means you’re refining your thoughts, exposing gaps in your understanding, and distilling what truly matters.

Writing isn’t just about transferring knowledge; it’s about challenging your own biases. When you put ideas into words, you’re forced to reconcile conflicting thoughts, resolve ambiguities, and defend your reasoning. Often, what seemed like a solid belief starts to unravel under scrutiny, revealing a more nuanced understanding.

By writing, we’re not just documenting what we know—we’re sharpening our thinking, making better decisions, and opening the door for conversation and debate. It’s not about having the final answer; it’s about asking better questions and refining our understanding along the way.

Curated Content With a Perspective

The internet is overflowing with information. What’s missing is perspective—not just links to interesting content, but analysis that helps frame the discussion.

In this newsletter, we curate the best content we find, but we don’t stop there. We add our own insights, explaining why something matters, how it fits into the bigger picture, and when to challenge conventional wisdom. We’re not here to tell you what to think—we’re here to think alongside you.

Curation is more than just selection—it’s contextualization. Information without context is noise, but when paired with experience and analysis, it becomes a powerful tool for making better decisions. We want to surface what’s valuable, help cut through the clutter, and give you a deeper understanding of why certain concepts matter.

A Space for Discussion, Not Just Answers

There’s no single “right way” to do things in tech. Every decision comes with tradeoffs, and that’s where things get interesting. We share our philosophy on why we make the choices we do—not as dogma, but as an invitation to explore the reasoning behind different approaches.

Through this newsletter, we want to elevate discussions beyond surface-level debates. Instead of arguing over which tool is “best,” we want to examine why a tool exists, what problems it solves, and what its limitations are. These deeper conversations move beyond preferences and toward real understanding.

This isn’t just about best practices; it’s about why certain ideas resonate and how they fit into a broader understanding of technology and workflow. A practice that works for one person might be inefficient for another, and by engaging with different perspectives, we refine our ability to adapt, learn, and grow.

Why Join Us?

This newsletter isn’t just about consuming content—it’s about engaging with ideas. It’s about questioning, refining, and expanding the way we think about technology, tools, and workflow.

If you want to do more than just follow tutorials—if you want to think critically about why we use the tools we do, how we make decisions, and what truly matters in a developer’s workflow—then this is for you.

Join us in shaping a conversation that goes beyond surface-level learning. Let’s challenge assumptions, refine ideas, and grow together.

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The Takeaway

Writing isn’t just about teaching—it’s about thinking in public. This newsletter is our way of refining ideas, curating important discussions, and exploring the ‘why’ behind the choices we make. It’s a conversation, not a lecture.

More than anything, we want this to be a place where we can learn together—where ideas evolve, perspectives are challenged, and we all grow as developers. Not just in skill, but in how we approach our craft.

So as you read along, challenge our ideas, form your own opinions, and most importantly—find your own path.

We’re glad you’re here.