From bfb563500b54d67a968c6f1f8685633c4b6c8ab4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Timothy DeHerrera Date: Thu, 22 May 2025 02:11:36 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] edit(Rebellion): tweak the introduction --- content/blog/code-of-rebellion.md | 12 ++++++------ 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/blog/code-of-rebellion.md b/content/blog/code-of-rebellion.md index 7622072..549596f 100644 --- a/content/blog/code-of-rebellion.md +++ b/content/blog/code-of-rebellion.md @@ -14,21 +14,21 @@ extra: Since my [last post](../closed-openness) on the erosion of open-source values, personal upheavals have forced me to pause and reflect. Longstanding unresolved tensions—within myself and in close relationships—have left me burnt out, wrestling with questions and conflicts that have shadowed much of my adult life; as some of my X followers may have noticed in some of my recent, admittedly unhinged, posts there. -Through this crucible of introspection, I've reached two profound realizations. First, I've consciously defined my stance on the [question of God](https://x.com/nrdexp/status/1918716742601457740) in relation to morality, though that's not relevant to this piece. Second, despite my achievements, I remain bound as a [Slave](https://x.com/nrdexp/status/1918282816078659871), subject to the whims of a particularly egregious State Courruption. +Through this crucible of introspection, I've reached two profound, personal realizations. First, I've consciously defined my stance on the [question of God](https://x.com/nrdexp/status/1918716742601457740) in relation to morality, though that's not immediately relevant to this piece. Second—and this may sound gratuitous, but bare with me—despite my achievements, I remain bound as a [Slave](https://x.com/nrdexp/status/1918282816078659871), subject to the whims of a particularly egregious State Courruption. -The particulars are unimportant for the time being, what matters is that these revelations have spurred me to begin drafting a manuscript, an allegorical account of my experiences, which I hope to publish in time. For now, I return to the question that has gnawed at me since my last post: why & exactly how has open-source culture been hollowed out? +The particulars are out of scope for the time being, what matters is that these revelations have spurred me to begin drafting a manuscript, an allegorical account of my experiences and ethics, which I hope to publish in time. Consider this the bedrock on which that piece shall expand. For now, I return to the question that has gnawed at me since my last post: why & exactly how has open-source culture been hollowed out? Believing societal shifts originate in the minds of individuals, I’ve attempted to trace the philosophical roots of this decay from first principles. It became apparent that I'd have to dig far deeper into the messy underbelly of the subconscious impulses and assumptions running amuck in today's society, directly or indirectly affecting the philosophy and mission of FOSS & beyond. It turns out that I had to drill all the way to the very bottom, to the very foundations of human institutions, themselves, to describe an order which, to my knowledge, has not been previously articulated, though it seems to have been subconsciously expressed throughout time. What follows is a (hopefully) logically consistent framework which, if embraced, could provide a solid foundation from which to restore the free software movement and, ultimately, safeguard human institutions from corruption, in general. -If that sounds grandiose, just know my optimism stems solely from faith in the power of logical Coherence, not from any confidence in my own abilities. I see myself as an incidental observer: someone with a unique vantage point, shaped by adversity, historical context and a disposition to dig deeper. Whether this is providence or coincidence I shall leave to you to decide. +If that sounds grandiose, just know my assessment stems solely from faith in the power of logical Coherence, not from any confidence in a predefined outcome. I see myself as an incidental observer: someone with a unique vantage point, shaped by adversity, historical context and a disposition to dig deeper. Nothing more. -Also, for those following my technical work on Ekala, you might remember I promised more detailed updates soon. This post, subtitled "Blocked on Slavery," reflects the barriers that have, even against my will, kept me from making progress in that direction. Instead of making promises I cannot confidently keep, I will simply state that I have not given in, and still plan to deliver both more technical writing, as well as code just as soon as I am able. +Also, for those following my technical work on Ekala, you might remember I promised more detailed updates soon. This post, subtitled "Blocked on Slavery," reflects the barriers that have, even against my will, kept me from making progress in that direction. Instead of making promises I cannot confidently keep, I will simply state that I have not given in, and still plan to deliver both more [technical writing](../atom-anatomy.md), as well as code just as soon as I am able. -For now though, my time is not fully my own, constrained by a society either blind, or indifferent to rampant State corruption that has kept me running in circles for much of my adult life. One I am only now starting to fully comprehend and unravel as part of this process. To move forward in my own work, it became apparent that I'd have to "stop the world" and GC the debris of a broken system that nobody else wishes to touch; at the very least, for my own sanity's sake. This raw & somewhat ethereal process informs both this piece and my efforts to revivify my technical endeavors. +For now, my time is not fully my own, constrained by a society either blind or indifferent to rampant State Corruption that has, incidentally, kept me running in circles for much of my adult life—a struggle I’m only now beginning to fully contend with and unravel. To move forward in my work, it became clear I'd have to “stop the world” and clear the debris of a broken system that no one else dare seem to touch; if only, for reasons I will omit, for my own sanity. This raw, somewhat ethereal process informs both this piece and my efforts to revive my technical endeavors. If that sounds strange—and it likely should—consider this piece an homage to the Greek philosophers, the Masters of logic who have long inspire my pursuit of Coherent Justice and Freedom. -On a more cheerful note, however, I’m pleased to share that I’ve recently joined [Anduril Industries](https://x.com/nrdexp/status/1912329031841947938); likely to the chagrin of my political adversaries. This new role offers a technical platform and workload to reengage with Nix-related projects, which, I'm sure, will inform my future efforts on Ekala. And if I may add, the fight against State corruption doesn’t diminish my pride in contributing, however modestly, to the defense of its people. After all, there can be no platform to reform corrupt Laws or States if there’s no State left to amend. +On a cheerful note, before we begin, I’m pleased to share that I’ve recently joined [Anduril Industries](https://x.com/nrdexp/status/1912329031841947938); likely to the chagrin of my political adversaries. This new role offers a technical platform and workload to reengage with Nix-related projects, which, I'm sure, will inform my future efforts on Ekala. And if I may add, the fight against State corruption doesn’t diminish my pride in contributing, however modestly, to the defense of its people. After all, there can be no platform to reform corrupt Laws or States if there’s no State left to amend. > The usual disclaimer applies: any opinions expressed here are not necessarily shared by my employer or any of its representatives, etc, etc.