Career advice for new software engineers: why coding speed matters less than software engineering skills like extensibility and debugging, plus tips on initiative, decision-making, and mentorship.
Creating Novel Narrowband Palettes Using Simple Linear Algebra
A mathematical approach to narrowband color synthesis - using linear algebra and matrix transformation to map H/S/O channels to custom RGB colors, enabling precise control over saturation and aesthetic palettes beyond standard SHO.
Deep Space Photography Tricks that Every Star Photographer Needs to Know
Deep sky techniques for wide-field astrophotography: controlled stretching in PixInsight, calibration frames for vignetting removal, telephoto mosaics for better stars, and bandwidth shift issues with narrowband filters at wide apertures.
Auto focus solution for SharpStar FMA180
DIY solution for adding ZWO EAF autofocus to SharpStar FMA180 telescope using 3D-printed parts and GT2 belt, with assembly instructions and sample astrophotography results.
Lego Mosaic
How to create a Lego mosaic from any photo: use Photoshop to convert to actual Lego colors, then optimize piece selection with a program to reduce cost from $650 to $300 for a 75x75cm artwork.