Long-form writing by Shreyam Adhikari (shreyam1008): tech essays, cycling logs, book notes, AI, Linux, desktop apps, and software craft.
Writing by Shreyam Adhikari about software, desktop apps, Linux, AI agents, cycling, books, and systems that feel good to use.
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From Food to You: Nutrients, Digestion and Metabolism
Explore nutrients, digestion, fat storage and ATP with interactive charts, a nutrient atlas, and a simple guide to the Krebs cycle and lactate.
Journal - September 9, 2026 - 35 min read
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BUI: The UI Solution We Already Had
Browser User Interface (BUI): local software that borrows your browser. Examples from Open WebUI, OpenCode, Syncthing, and my ProtoPeek project, plus the trade-offs.
Tech - September 6, 2026 - 8 min read
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I just wanted a small desktop app.
A rant about desktop software in 2026: Electron’s excellent tooling and consistent UI, the hidden process cost of WebViews, and why Flutter and native toolkits still leave a gap.
Tech - June 15, 2026 - 9 min read
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Linux Might Finally Have Found Its Moment
Linux might finally have its desktop moment because AI agents prefer text, files, logs, commands, and automation over fragile GUI workflows.
Tech - June 13, 2026 - 3 min read
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Big Tech Owns the Web. So Why Do the Best Ideas Still Come From Lone Devs?
An in-depth analysis of how independent open-source developers are out-innovating Big Tech giants. Discover why modern developer experience (DX) solutions like Bun, Elysia, TypeScript, and Effect are driven by solo creators closest to the pain rather than corporate-backed teams.
Tech - June 8, 2026 - 3 min read
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Why I Built dbterm
Shreyam Adhikari explains why he built dbterm, a lightweight Go database TUI for quick data checks, related-table navigation, small queries, and verified backups.
Tech - March 18, 2026 - 3 min read
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Kathmandu Kora 2025: My First 100K Century Ride
A personal, stage-by-stage log of completing the 100km challenge during the Kathmandu Kora 2025. Carb loading, mountain mud, endless valley climbs, and the finisher certificate.
Cycling - July 20, 2025 - 4 min read
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The Culture Book Series: The Player of Games
A brief reflection on Iain M. Banks' sci-fi masterpiece 'The Player of Games' and its exploration of game theory, artificial intelligence, and utopian post-scarcity societies.
Book Review - December 15, 2024 - 1 min read