Sammy John Rawlinson

Markdown quietly evolved from simple developer notes into one of the most important interfaces in modern computing. This article explores how Markdown powers AI workflows, local-first knowledge systems, documentation, static websites, automation, and agent-based systems, and why plain text may be more valuable now than ever before.

Learn how agentic AI is evolving from tools to systems, with insights from building with OpenClaw, including workflows, memory, state management, and real-world challenges.

From cautious adopter to all-in on AI, lessons from real experiments, industry shifts, and why now is the time to build with it.

A reflection on friction, mastery, and the future of digital interfaces in a world increasingly shaped by AI agents.

A practical reflection on databases, local storage, and why every software project eventually becomes a data problem, whether you plan for it or not.

After years of experimenting with productivity tools and frameworks, I realised the problem wasn’t discipline or effort, it was complexity. This post breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly of productivity systems in tech, and how shifting from “productive” to intentional work made everything clearer.

How building studioTeknabu clarified my direction and led me to choose freelancing.

Jump into coding the right way—by mastering your operating system first! From hands-on PC tinkering to essential system tools, troubleshooting, and optimization.

A semi-reflective look at what I've been building, writing, learning, and planning since finishing my studies — from portfolio projects to blogging, branding, and what's next.

Cheatsheets aren't just quick references—they're tools for repetition, retention, and learning. Here's why I built my own.

How a developer who once feared design learned to embrace UI/UX—and why it made everything better.

Using C# to learn logic, structure and object-oriented thinking

Start with HTML and CSS to learn the fundamentals of structure, design, and instant feedback — the perfect launchpad before diving deeper into development.

This guide explores the benefits of understanding Windows internals and scripting as a developer — not just for sysadmins, but for anyone serious about automation, tooling, or system-level development.

Understand the strengths of Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Bash before diving deeper into development.

Master the fundamentals of version control and documentation before picking a language.

Jump into coding the right way—by mastering your operating system first! From hands-on PC tinkering to essential system tools, troubleshooting, and optimization.

Build your first PC with my personal journey and technical guidance, hands-on tips, troubleshooting insights, and the excitement behind every step of the process.

My third year in Software Development, continuing my studies and completing my Bachelor of IT.

My second year in Software Development, finishing my diploma.

The beginning of my journey in Software Development.