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Jarrod Connolly

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From Node to Narnia, from pixels to Python, it was quotes all the way down.

Vibe Coding - Style Over Substance

January 1, 2026

Vibe Coding - Style Over Substance

AI  

Imagine AI whispering flawless code into your project, elegant and efficient. But what if that magic hides shallow understanding? My journey from sci-fi novels to real-world coding reveals how AI should amplify your skills, not replace the craft.

HAL - Highly Adaptable Learning AI

March 18, 2025

HAL - Highly Adaptable Learning AI

Python   AI  

Imagine 1983, you’re hammering commands into a CRT terminal, green glow burning your retinas as a sentient machine hums back. Now crank it to 2025, and I’m unleashing HAL—a feral AI assistant that’s half WarGames fever dream, half tech apocalypse.

Writing a Compiler in Node.js

May 31, 2024

Writing a Compiler in Node.js

Node.js  

Ever wondered if creating a compiler in Node.js is a good idea? I found myself pondering this very question while on the lookout for a side project to explore the depths of Node.js Streams.

Contributing to Node.js Core

February 13, 2021

Contributing to Node.js Core

Node.js   Community  

Contributing to the Node.js project for the first time and understanding the processes around a large open-source project. Working with and learning from a welcoming group of people.