John Callaway (@fractionaldeveloper.com)

Inorganic Soil Mixes - Matsu Bonsai There are nearly as many bonsai soil recipes as there are bonsai trees in the world. It seems that just about everyone has their own mix. The important thing is to find a recipe that works for you and...

Revisiting some old bonsai posts on matsubonsai.com.

#bonsai #bonsaisoil #akadama

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22.08.2025 21:18 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

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Watching Major League tonight in memory of Bob Uecker.

16.01.2025 20:13 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

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15.01.2025 23:09 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The Fractional Developer’s Guide to Work-Life Balance in 2025 The new year is full of possibilities, but it can also bring pressure. As a fractional developer, you’re juggling multiple clients, projects, and deadlines, often without a clear boundary between work and personal life. It’s easy to feel like balance is just out of reach. This guide is here to help. Resetting your work-life balance… Read More »The Fractional Developer’s Guide to Work-Life Balance in 2025

06.01.2025 20:18 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

10 New Year’s Resolutions Every Developer Should Consider A new year always feels like a fresh start. It’s the perfect time to think about where you’re headed and set some goals to help you get there. As developers, we’re constantly juggling new tools, technologies, and ways of working. That’s why having clear resolutions can make a big difference—it keeps you focused on what… Read More »10 New Year’s Resolutions Every Developer Should Consider

01.01.2025 17:49 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Set SMART Goals for 2025 A new year is the perfect time to reset and focus on what you want to accomplish. It’s easy to get lost in the excitement of new opportunities, but without clear goals, it’s just as easy to drift. That’s where SMART goals come in. They give you a framework to translate your big ideas into… Read More »Set SMART Goals for 2025

30.12.2024 17:35 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Has everyone watched Die Hard already this holiday season?

23.12.2024 20:44 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Reflect and Reset A Developer’s Guide to Ending the Year Strong and Starting Fresh The end of the year feels like closing one chapter and getting ready to write the next. For fractional developers, it’s a chance to reflect on what’s working, identify areas for growth, and hit reset on what’s dragging you down. This isn’t about making… Read More »Reflect and Reset

23.12.2024 17:25 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

And with today's TrueNAS update everything is back to working as it should, with NVIDIA passthrough and all.

#truenas

18.12.2024 00:36 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

From Zero to Thriving: How to Land Your First Client Starting out on your own as a developer can feel overwhelming. You know you’re capable, but how do you prove that to someone who doesn’t know you? Finding your first client might seem impossible, but it’s not. With some clear steps, a bit of confidence, and a touch of persistence, you can land that first… Read More »From Zero to Thriving: How to Land Your First Client

17.12.2024 15:12 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

AI for Small Businesses: Compete with Big Tech on a Budget One of the biggest mistakes small businesses make is trying to implement AI on a massive scale from the start. Instead, identify specific areas where AI can make the most immediate impact.

16.12.2024 17:52 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Well, I wasn't planning on updating the TrueNAS server tonight, yet here we are.

#truenas

14.12.2024 03:50 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

There were a couple of unique and very interesting displays at the Pacific Bonsai Expo in Oakland this year.

#bonsai #pbe2024

13.12.2024 23:22 👍 38 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 1

Why Clients Choose You: Standing Out in a Competitive Market Picture this: a client is scrolling through a list of developers, all claiming to be the best. It’s a sea of technical skills and impressive project names. But how do they decide who to trust with their project? What makes one name stand out when so many look the same? Here’s the reality, most clients… Read More »Why Clients Choose You: Standing Out in a Competitive Market

10.12.2024 22:32 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Tips for Managing Multiple Clients with Confidence The beauty of being a fractional developer lies in the variety—working on multiple projects, solving different challenges, and helping a range of clients. But that variety comes with its own hurdles. Trying to balance conflicting deadlines, unpredictable client demands, and your own mental bandwidth can leave you feeling stretched thin. If you’ve ever caught yourself… Read More »Tips for Managing Multiple Clients with Confidence

09.12.2024 18:11 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

This was another fabulous display at the Pacific Bonsai Expo in Oakland October.

#bonsai #oakland #pbe2024

09.12.2024 01:55 👍 32 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0

I've really been enjoying the Microsoft Fluent UI #Blazor library. Thanks to @baaijte.net and everyone who has contributed!

07.12.2024 02:40 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Looks like the doggo approves!

07.12.2024 01:34 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Today a colleague shared in an all hands meeting that they have a favorite owl.

Everyone needs a favorite owl.

06.12.2024 02:49 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Naming things is hard. I've got a fun little side project I'm working on but I can't come up with a name (and domain name) for it.

06.12.2024 01:41 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Also curious about this.

05.12.2024 20:59 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Turning Frustration into Progress: Strategies for When Growth Stalls Starting a business often feels like a sprint in the beginning. You’re fueled by early wins, a growing customer base, and the thrill of seeing your vision take shape. But at some point, growth can slow, leaving you with a sense of stagnation. The frustration of pouring effort into your business without seeing the same… Read More »Turning Frustration into Progress: Strategies for When Growth Stalls

04.12.2024 22:58 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

I really enjoyed this Japanese White Pine at the Pacific Bonsai Expo.

#bonsai #jwp #oakland #pbe2024

04.12.2024 22:43 👍 27 🔁 6 💬 0 📌 0

So naturally over the course of the thanksgiving dinner the conversation drifted into scary/gory movies. Human Centipede came up, as it does, and my mother said she might like to watch it.

I'm done.

04.12.2024 00:49 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Top Challenges Companies Face When Adopting AI—and How to Overcome Them AI implementation comes with a unique set of challenges. Companies often face obstacles such as data issues, integration difficulties, and skill gaps.

03.12.2024 17:35 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Right?!?!

It makes more sense now, when I asked him about his day he didn't want to talk about it.

03.12.2024 14:31 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The kiddo is currently learning JavaScript in school.

03.12.2024 14:15 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

It's hard enough being productive on a Monday, but a Monday after an extended amount of time away? And it's snowing?!?!1

03.12.2024 00:16 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

I'm not a fan of Jira in general, but I must say their API documentation is quite good.

02.12.2024 23:43 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

That looks like a lot of fun!

02.12.2024 16:48 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

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