In the midst of life’s milestones, celebrating Jurassic Park’s 30th anniversary and daily dealings with the infinite wait for Winds of Winter, one programmer reflects on maintaining a blog for 15 years. Initially created to escape the Game Engine Trap by prototyping games, the blog evolved to document personal projects, thoughts, and tech stack experiments. Writing helps clarify ideas and develop communication skills crucial for software development. Unexpectedly, external feedback doesn’t drive this blogger’s motivation; instead, they value personal growth from blogging. Tech stack changes, project logs, and yearly reviews contribute to the blog’s evolution, offering a unique glimpse into a long-term passion project.
https://www.jonashietala.se/blog/2024/09/25/why_i_still_blog_after_15_years/