WIP: Anthropic Claude bullshit bingo list

— Raffael Mancini

Categories: Random

Somehow I have the impression that Anthropic are trying to re-shape the way we speak about code. I found following words or expression to be popping up all the time and they make me rage...


When a 3d printer saves you 2.44€

Saving my shimano GRX RX-600 brake lever

— Raffael Mancini

Categories: Repairing

Today on my bike commute home, I switched gear and noticed something coming loose in the break/shifter handle. I immediately stopped but only found a tiny piece of broken off plastic. After this incident I was unable to switch the front derailleur anymore. Fortunately we have youtube and a 3d printer available. Read further if you want to know how to fix your GRX or similar break handle.


Idea №12651

— Raffael Mancini

Categories: Idea

Sinks can be ugly, sinks can be pretty, sinks can be handy and sinks can be totally unpractical...


SolarVenti

— Raffael Mancini

Categories: Random

I found this interesting device on our holiday home im Denmark. It's supposed to keep the home dry while being completely autonomous.



Idea №12635 and №12636

DIY watch wristband

— Raffael Mancini

Categories: Idea, DIY

I like wearing wristwatches but only if they have comfy bands. Unfortunately they are often not. In idea post, I'll explore how I could make my own.


The sewing machine saga (part 1)

how I got my 20 year old Bernina

— Raffael Mancini

Categories: Sewing

I once had a dream: buy an old, mostly working, sewing machine, have it serviced by the manufacturer just to be sure and do the things ot's supposed to do. Unfortunately reality turns out differently.


First post

I'm doing it again

— Raffael Mancini

Categories: Meta

After more than 20 years I decided to start blogging again. This time it's not (only) about stupid stuff and random content found on the web but rather about my personal projects and thoughts. Have fun exploring!