Essays

Rediscovering typewriters has made me aware of how the tactile experience shapes thinking. What role might tactility play in the future of CAD?

MAY 9, 2026

If we're going to evolve how we use computers to design and make complex things, we'll need to make sure we have the right building blocks in place.

APR 26, 2026

Pixar created an interchange format for organizations to design complex 3D things. What can CAD learn from USD?

APR 19, 2026

Computer aided design has a history of moving towards more capable substrates. How will CAD evolve next?

APR 5, 2026

Static site builder Astro was a great testbed for learning about building with Claude and Cursor.

MAR 28, 2026