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I am trying to write a new blog post every two weeks. This is in addition to my weekly YouTube videos. Let me know what you would like me to write about.

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Swift Initializers Part 1: Structs
Jun 3, 2026

Swift Initializers Part 1: Structs

Swift Initializers: Understanding Initializers in Structs

Generating a QR Code from a String in SwiftUI
May 8, 2026

Generating a QR Code from a String in SwiftUI

As I am thinking about enhancements for my recently released app MyLinks I thought that I would like an option to generate a QR code for any one or series of those links so that I could tap on a share button to present a...

Appearance Mode Changer
Apr 28, 2026

Appearance Mode Changer

Creating an Appearance Mode Picker in SwiftUI

Building my Own Static Website Builder
Apr 20, 2026

Building my Own Static Website Builder

I have been wanting a better way to maintain the CreaTECH Solutions website.

Can I call myself a YouTuber?
Aug 31, 2020

Can I call myself a YouTuber?

Some time ago I wrote a blog post titled "Can I call myself a Software Developer" where I mused about my path to becoming a software developer over the course of over 45 years. The jury is still out on that question but...

Can I call myself a Software Developer?
Aug 6, 2020

Can I call myself a Software Developer?

This is a question I struggle to answer. Am I worthy? I have been involved in IT for most of my working life, but my interest preceded that. You see, I am a bit of a dinosaur. I started university in 1969 when there was...