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The Middle Ages, Neuroplasticity, and... It's Always Somebody Else's Fault!

Episode two of "Tea with a Dragon" - a podcast about digital hygiene and well-being in the digital world. This one covers the Middle Ages, neuroplasticity, blaming others, and the unhealthy habit of eating in front of a computer.

1/31/2026
A medieval market partially depicted as a hologram

Computer, tell me... - how to become friends with AI

If you are already working with AI and feel comfortable with it - that's great, keep scrolling! However, if AI is still a tough nut to crack for you, this text will tell you how I tamed the presence of AI in my daily work, and I will also give you a tip on how to think about the current 'revolution' so you don't go crazy.

1/25/2026
Computer, tell me... - how to become friends with AI

Handwashing, Mindwashing and Neurons Cleaning

The first episode of 'Tea with the Dragon' - a podcast about digital hygiene and well-being in the digital world. This episode is designed to convince you to take an interest in the topic of digital hygiene.

1/20/2026
Picture of few connected neurons

PortSwigger: Unprotected admin functionality - lab solution

Writeup for the PortSwigger platform lab "Unprotected admin functionality" from the "Access control" category.

1/12/2026
Hacker girl with laptop learning

New Year, Old Me

When portals explode with beautiful New Year's resolutions, don't give in to the pressure – and take care of yourself!

1/3/2026
Light fireworks on a dark sky; clock on the foreground

Java, Security, Coffee driven Developer - why did I start learning Java?

I could have gained experience in languages I already knew, taken on any project, or simply taken a professional break. So why did I start learning Java?

11/24/2025
A hot and still steaming cup of coffee standing on the table next to a notebook, with coffee beans scattered around it.

How to effectively implement changes with the SMART model

Want to change something in your life but don't know where to start? The good old SMART model can help. In this post, I show you how to plan such a goal step by step.

4/24/2025
An arrow against a target background.

The CV Wars: Getting Ready for Job Hunting

Lately, I've been revising my CV for the nth time. And I don’t mean minor tweaks like adding a new project or updating dates—I’m talking about completely rewriting it. This time, though, it's by choice.

2/21/2025
Two spasechips dring battle in clouds

Back to the future – is 2024 a good year for junior programmers?

My journey to IT wasn't too bumpy, unlike the struggle to stay in the industry. These experiences allow me today to advise junior programmers on what can accelerate their entry into the IT industry.

2/6/2025
Labirynth set among green bushes with some holographic elements and starry sky.

Being Trapped – Powerless and Helpless Dev

Sometimes, in a developer’s work, we get tasks that we can’t handle right away. Even more often than sometimes. When acquired knowledge isn’t enough, even though one would very much like to have all the knowledge in the world. Unfortunately, it’s impossible to acquire knowledge at Neo’s speed from The Matrix...

1/23/2025
Holographic map depicting stellar territories with meteorites in a background.