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Wishing Matt Mullenweg: A Grateful Birthday Tribute from a Happiness Engineer

It’s been a while since I published anything new, so let’s change that. Today is Matt Mullenweg’s birthday, the visionary co-founder of WordPress and founder of Automattic. Matt has been a driving force in reshaping the digital landscape. His commitment to open-source solutions has not only transformed the way we build websites but has also created a global community where creativity and collaboration thrive. What does he want for his birthday? Well, you’re looking at it: he wants the world to keep the blogs blogging!

As a Happiness Engineer at Automattic, I find myself deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to Matt’s vision. His leadership has not only provided a platform for users worldwide but has also created a workplace that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being. On this special occasion of his birthday, I want to express my gratitude for the meaningful work I get to do every day.

The open-source nature of WordPress, championed by Matt, has democratized publishing, enabling millions to express themselves online effortlessly. It’s more than just a content management system; it’s a testament to the power of shared knowledge and community-driven development. Matt’s dedication to an open web has paved the way for a digital landscape that prioritizes accessibility and inclusivity.

As we celebrate Matt’s birthday, it’s a moment to acknowledge not only the past achievements but also to look towards the future. Matt’s innovative spirit has continually pushed boundaries, and there’s a sense of excitement about what lies ahead. The open-source ethos that he embodies suggests a future where digital spaces continue to evolve, becoming more user-friendly, collaborative, and empowering. Here’s to Matt Mullenweg, his remarkable journey, and the endless possibilities his vision unfolds. Happy Birthday, Matt! 🎉

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New keyboard – Keychron K2

This just arrived today.

As much time as I spend using one, I’ve been looking to move into the world of mechanical keyboards for a while now. As a mac user with a Spanish ISO keyboard layout, after a fair amount of research, the above option seemed to be the best for me. It’s been here for 15 min and I’m already happy with it. That clickity-clackity sound is back. ❤

I decided to do a quick speed test to see how it went. I’m still not used to all the keys and they didn’t actually have a Spanish ISO layout. Instead, I bought a Nordic ISO layout as it was the closest I could find. I’m going on pure memory for most the character keys until I buy the Spanish key-caps. Here are the initial speed test results:

I’ll have to do this test again in a month or so to see how much I can improve once I get used to it!