# Valticus
> Personal website and digital garden of Valentin Paliy. A collection of thoughts on software engineering, technology, philosophy, and personal interests like mechanical keyboards and Star Wars.

## Posts
- [Darth Vader Explained: Tragedy, Choice, and the Greatest Redemption Arc in Cinema.](https://valticus.pro/posts/darth-vader-explained-tragedy-redemption/): Darth Vader is more than a villain. Explore Anakin Skywalker’s fall and one of cinema’s greatest redemption arcs.
- [Do you LEGO?](https://valticus.pro/posts/do-you-lego/): From a humble Danish carpentry workshop to a global cultural phenomenon, the story of LEGO is one of innovation, resilience, and the enduring power of play.
- [GNU on Windows (GoW) - Linux Commands on Windows.](https://valticus.pro/posts/gnu-on-windows-gow-linux-commands-in-windows/): Did you know there's a way to execute Linux commands in Windows? Read on to find out how.
- [Hope Is the Real Hero of Star Wars: Why the Saga Still Resonates Today.](https://valticus.pro/posts/hope-is-the-real-hero-of-star-wars/): From Luke Skywalker to Rey, Star Wars proves hope—not power—is the saga’s most important force.
- [How To Change VSCode Theme By Time of Day.](https://valticus.pro/posts/how-to-change-your-vscode-theme-depending-on-the-time-of-day/): Would you like to learn how to change your Visual Studio Code theme as time goes by? Read on!
- [How To Change Your GitHub Theme.](https://valticus.pro/posts/how-to-change-your-github-theme/): Learn how to change your GitHub theme for the entire site.
- [How To Delete Unused Google Profile Pictures.](https://valticus.pro/posts/how-to-delete-unused-google-profile-pictures/): Here's how to quickly delete your old profile pictures that are still a part of your Google profile.
- [How To Deploy On Netlify.](https://valticus.pro/posts/how-to-deploy-on-netlify/): Learn how to create and deploy you website to Netlify.
- [How To Fix DOM Storage Problems on Windows.](https://valticus.pro/posts/how-to-fix-dom-storage-problems-on-windows/): If you ever run into a "DOM Surrogate has stopped working" problem, like I did recently, here is a solution that worked (for me).
- [How To Get macOS Font Rendering In Windows.](https://valticus.pro/posts/how-to-get-macos-font-rendering-in-windows/): Let's Talk About Fonts (Part 2) or how to get macOS style font rendering in Windows.
- [It Is Time To Ditch Google Chrome.](https://valticus.pro/posts/it-is-time-to-ditch-google-chrome/): I switched my web browser, and you should too!
- [Legacy and Failure in Star Wars: How Choices Shape Generations.](https://valticus.pro/posts/legacy-and-failure-in-star-wars/): Star Wars is a story about the consequences of choices. Explore legacy, failure, and how actions ripple across generations.
- [Let's Talk About Fonts (Part 1).](https://valticus.pro/posts/lets-talk-about-fonts/): Fonts are what we look at when we use a computer, a phone, a tablet. Which font should a developer use (in my opinion)?
- [Mechanical vs. Membrane Keyboards.](https://valticus.pro/posts/mechanical-vs-membrane-keyboards/): Mechanical keyboards are gaining popularity as of late. While they were on the expensive side at first, you can buy (and assemble) one for under $100 today.
- [Mobile Friendly Website And Why It Matters.](https://valticus.pro/posts/mobile-friendly-website-and-why-it-matters/): A brief look at what mobile friendliness is and why it matters.
- [My Favorite Visual Studio Code Theme.](https://valticus.pro/posts/my-favorite-visual-studio-code-theme/): Within the paragraphs of this article I tell you about my favorite Visual Studio Code (vscode) theme.
- [My New Favorite Theme For Editors.](https://valticus.pro/posts/my-new-favorite-theme-for-editors/): Since I now develop with Microsoft .Net, I use both Visual Studio Code and Visual Studio 2019 Community edition, and have a new theme I like using on both.
- [On Coding And Artificial Intelligence.](https://valticus.pro/posts/on-coding-and-artificial-intelligence/): Have you ever tried AI as an assistant while coding? I have, and it can be amazing! Read on!
- [On Digital Minimalism.](https://valticus.pro/posts/on-digital-minimalism/): It is always wise to keep the number of applications installed on your device at a minimum.
- [Pipe Lighters - A Short Narrative.](https://valticus.pro/posts/pipe-lighters-a-short-narrative/): Did you know there exist a special type of lighters specifically for smoking pipes? It took me some time before I found a favorite.
- [Pipe Smoking - A Chill Way To Enjoy Tobacco.](https://valticus.pro/posts/pipe-smoking-a-chill-way-to-indulge-in-tobacco/): What is pipe smoking? What's the history behind it? How to chose tobacco and pack your smoking pipe? Why and how do so many people indulge in smoking a pipe?
- [Plans For The Nearest Future Of This Blog.](https://valticus.pro/posts/plans-for-the-nearest-future-of-this-blog/): This blog will hopefully become a valuable source of information soon, and not just for programmers!
- [Power and Responsibility in Star Wars: Lessons from the Force, Jedi, and Sith.](https://valticus.pro/posts/power-and-responsibility-in-star-wars/): Explore how Star Wars portrays the ethical dimensions of power through the Force, Jedi discipline, and Sith ambition.
- [Queen's Gambit (The Series).](https://valticus.pro/posts/queens-gambit-the-series/): The Queen's Gambit is an amazing TV show and an even more amazing book.
- [The Force Explained: Philosophy, Balance, and the True Meaning of Power in Star Wars.](https://valticus.pro/posts/the-force-explained-philosophy-balance/): The Force is more than magic. Discover the philosophical roots of Jedi and Sith beliefs, balance, and power in Star Wars.
- [The Jedi Order Explained: Ideals, Failures, and the Cost of Moral Absolutism.](https://valticus.pro/posts/the-jedi-order-explained-virtue-failure/): The Jedi Order stood for balance—but also rigidity. Explore Jedi philosophy, mistakes, and institutional failure.
- [The Rise of the Galactic Empire: How Star Wars Explains the Politics of Fear.](https://valticus.pro/posts/rise-of-the-galactic-empire-politics-power/): The Galactic Empire didn’t rise by force alone. Learn how Star Wars explores fear, emergency powers, and democracy’s collapse.
- [The Sith Explained: Philosophy, Power, and the Dark Side of Choice.](https://valticus.pro/posts/sith-philosophy-explained-power-control/): The Sith embrace power and ambition, but at what cost? Explore their philosophy, ethics, and the dark side of Star Wars.
- [The Twitter Exodus - A Shift in Social Media.](https://valticus.pro/posts/the-twitter-exodus-a-shift-in-the-social-media-landscape/): What is Twitter Exodus? Why are people leaving a once popular social media platform? I blaame Elon Musk, and I am not alone.
- [What Have I Been Up To Recently?](https://valticus.pro/posts/what-have-i-been-up-to-recently/): Those who follow this blog may have noticed I didn't write anything for some time. So, what have I been up to recently?
- [Why I No Longer Use Twitter For My Services.](https://valticus.pro/posts/why-i-no-longer-use-twitter-to-promote-my-services/): As you are probably well aware, Twitter has recently been bought by none other than Elon Musk himself. Here is why I don't like it...
- [Why Star Wars Still Matters: How a 1977 Space Fantasy Became a Modern Myth.](https://valticus.pro/posts/why-star-wars-still-matters-modern-myth-making/): Why does Star Wars still resonate nearly 50 years later? Explore its mythological roots, cultural impact, and enduring relevance across generations.
- [Why Star Wars Still Matters: Myth, Morality, and Cultural Impact.](https://valticus.pro/posts/why-star-wars-still-matters-the-power-of-myth/): Star Wars remains relevant decades later. Explore its mythological roots, moral lessons, and enduring cultural impact.

## About
- [About me.](https://valticus.pro/about/): My resume.

## Ide Settings
- [My IDE Settings.](https://valticus.pro/ide-settings/): My settings for VS Code.

## Portfolio
- [My portfolio.](https://valticus.pro/portfolio/): My portfolio.