Cliff Wade

@cliffwade.bsky.social

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I've been playing video games since the early 70's and haven't run out of lives yet! I love all things tech and all things that go BEEP!

Terminal showing hermes backup and checkpoints output
A five-step workflow diagram showing the weekly report automation. Step 1: Chat With Hermes (manual). Step 2: Save To Notes (manual). Step 3: Saturday 2 PM cron job triggers (auto). Step 4: Format Report into Wins, Issues, Training sections (auto). Step 5: Deliver To Sara (auto). Day-of-week tags run Monday through Friday with Saturday highlighted in pink. The output is described as "Week of July 21 - Wins - Issues - Training - Ready To Send.
Terminal mockup showing Hermes posting a draft to WordPress
Pip, the AI posts mascot
Terminal showing skills, memory, and cron jobs loading together
Terminal mockup showing Hermes memory in action across sessions
Terminal mockup showing Hermes cron job creation
Terminal mockup showing Hermes saving a skill
A dark fantasy-inspired infographic titled "OpenCode – The Open Source AI Coding Agent" presented in a glowing purple and black color palette. Ornate gothic borders frame sections covering At a Glance, Key Features, Ideal For, Why It Stands Out, Best Use Cases, Pros, Things to Consider, and Learn More. Mystical icons accompany each section, while a luminous cosmic tree, arcane symbols, and a hooded figure using a laptop reinforce the blend of magic and modern AI development. The design evokes an enchanted codex while clearly presenting OpenCode's capabilities as an open-source, terminal-based AI coding assistant.
A top-down lifestyle photo of the Sennheiser CX 80U earbuds plugged into a smartphone, resting on an open book and a wooden desk. The earbuds are positioned near the center of the frame, showcasing their small, ergonomic form factor. Large bold text at the top reads "Sennheiser sound," and a caption at the bottom describes the audio profile as being "Carefully tuned for clarity and balance," featuring crisp detail, natural mids, and controlled bass.
An image showing the RK A72 Keyboard sitting on a mouse pad with two human hands in the photo.
An orange tabby cat is stretched out across a computer keyboard and the edge of a computer monitor. The cat is positioned diagonally across the setup, with its head resting near the monitor and its body extending over the keyboard. The keyboard is purple and backlit with bright purple lighting. The monitor displays a dark-colored desktop with several windows open; the visible text reads “Wed” and "Check Bugging Process." The cat's paws are visible on the keyboard, and its eyes are open. The background appears to be a dark-colored desk mat with a blue and red pattern.
A top-down shot displays a fast-food meal arranged on a light-colored wood-grain surface. The meal consists of a container of fried chicken tenders, a small cup of dipping sauce, two pickle slices, and a black container filled with french fries. The chicken tenders are arranged on small, square paper wrappers with the text “DAVES HOT CHICKEN” and “MEDIUM” printed on them. The dipping sauce is a light orange color in a clear plastic cup. The black container of french fries is full, with visible seasoning on top.
The image displays a collection of gaming peripherals arranged on a red textured surface. The central focus is a white mechanical keyboard with RGB lighting, featuring a compact layout with alphanumeric keys, function keys, and a number pad. To the left of the keyboard is a white gaming mouse with additional buttons, and to the right is a white gaming controller. Above the keyboard is a long, rectangular black box with the word "REDDRAGON" printed in white. Four icons are positioned at the top corners of the image, stating “3-Mode Connection”, “100 Keys Layout”, “3-Layers Dampening”, and “Round PBT Keycaps”.
A hand is holding a gray pen-shaped tool over a dark, patterned surface. The tool has a ribbed section near the tip and a smooth, cylindrical body that widens toward the back. The tip appears to be metallic and pointed, likely for detailed work. The hand is partially visible, with fingers wrapped around the tool’s body. The surface below is a dark gray with a grid-like pattern of small squares.
The image shows a close-up view of a portion of a computer keyboard, specifically focusing on the function keys and surrounding buttons. The keyboard has a dark gray base with brightly colored, illuminated buttons. Several buttons feature icons and text labels, indicating various functions. A digital clock display is visible in the upper-left corner, showing the date and time. Specifically, the upper row features a button with “2024/10/01 14:30:30” displayed, along with icons. Next to it are buttons labeled "Home," "GIF/Image Display," "RGB Modes & Colors," and "RGB Speed & Brightness" each accompanied by a corresponding icon. Below are function keys “F11” and “F12”, and then buttons labeled “+”, “-”, “BACKSPACE”, “INS”, “DEL”, “{”, “}”, “[”, “]”, “|” and “\”, and icons. A green lock icon is also visible near the bottom right corner.
The image features a plate of food with a sandwich and side items. The sandwich is cut into four triangular pieces, revealing layers of ham, melted cheese, and possibly shredded chicken, all encased in a golden-brown, flaky crust. The sandwich is dusted with a light coating of powdered sugar, giving it a slightly sweet appearance. Accompanying the sandwich are a portion of golden French fries and a small white ramekin containing a dark, chunky sauce, likely a barbecue or sweet chili sauce. A pickle spear is also present on the plate, adding a touch of green. In the background, there is a glass of a dark beverage, possibly soda, and a red napkin, suggesting a casual dining setting. The plate is set on a wooden table, enhancing the warm and inviting atmosphere of the meal.
The image shows a close-up of a hand holding a smartphone displaying an app interface. The app is titled "HOZO" and offers several features: "Remote Control," "Laser Measurement," "Horizontal/Vertical Distance," "Point to Point Measurement," and "Center Finder." The smartphone is held in front of a wall-mounted device emitting a green laser line, which is used for measuring distances. The device is circular with a black body and green lights, mounted on a white wall near a window with partially open blinds. The laser line is visible on the wall, indicating the device's function. The smartphone screen is blue with white text and icons, and the time displayed is 12:49.
The image shows a mechanical keyboard with a modern design. The keyboard has a white frame with a gradient of pastel colors on the keys, transitioning from light blue to green to yellow. The keys are backlit, with the backlighting changing colors, adding a dynamic visual effect. The keyboard includes a full QWERTY layout with additional keys such as function keys (F1 to F12), a numeric keypad, and a set of media control keys. The keys are labeled with standard symbols and letters, and the layout is typical for a mechanical keyboard. In the top right corner of the keyboard, there is a small digital display showing the time "14:30:30" and the date "2024/10/01," along with a battery icon indicating 100% charge. The display also shows icons for the Windows key, a lock, and other functions. The keyboard has a round knob on the top right, likely for adjusting settings or backlighting. The overall design is sleek and contemporary, with a focus on aesthetics and functionality.
The image features a yellow Pac-Man box with a large black Pac-Man eye design on the upper left corner. A part of the box is cut away in a triangle shape, revealing a black background with a blue maze design, reminiscent of the Pac-Man game, along with the phrase "PAC-MAN Birth of an ICON" printed on a blue bar. In front of the box is a yellow Pac-Man-themed toy with a large, toothy grin.
A nighttime shot of the sky contains a bright moon that is surrounded by thin clouds that are horizontally stretched. There are contrails that are visible and go from left to right. In the bottom of the image, there is a street light with a yellow glow. In the right of the image, there is a bare tree.
An aerial view of a cityscape with a bright blue sky. The skyline is filled with tall buildings, the tallest buildings are centered in the image. The buildings are a mix of modern and older styles. There is a river in the background. The sky is clear and blue with a few clouds.
A brilliant orange sky fills the image. The sky is mostly a bright orange color, with some black and gray clouds scattered throughout. The clouds are a mix of shades, ranging from dark gray to orange, and are scattered across the sky. In the bottom corners, there are silhouettes of trees.
A photo I took of my mother in law sitting inside Texas Roadhouse.
An orange tabby cat is lying on a pink cherry blossom-themed mousepad near a computer. The computer shows a video playing on the screen. The cat is lying on a pink floral mousepad. The keyboard is green and white. The keyboard has green light up keys.
A black cat with bright yellow-green eyes stands on a gray fabric ottoman. Behind the cat are two glass-fronted black shelves filled with various small collectible figurines, including several Android mascots. A computer monitor and a dark-colored desk are visible in the background.
A vibrant sunset fills the sky with shades of orange, pink, and purple. Silhouetted against the colorful sky are the roofs of several houses, and a bare, winter tree is visible on the left.
A white dandelion puff surrounded by dried leaves and grass on the ground.
A low angle view of a mostly cloudy sky. The clouds are mostly small and puffy, covering most of the sky with a few breaks revealing a bright sun near the horizon. Silhouetted against the sky are several leafless trees and a two-story light-colored house. A small metal shed is visible to the left of the house. A wooden fence runs across the bottom of the image.
Three small figurines sit on a pink surface with a cherry blossom pattern. Two are Android mascots wearing traditional Chinese-style jackets; one jacket is red and the other yellow. Between them two small, curled-up snake figurines, colored black and yellow and another is red and black. A computer screen and a white object are visible in the background.
Close-up view of a orange white cat with white paws and chest, sitting on a pink mousepad with a dark floral pattern. The cat's eyes are closed, and it appears relaxed. A blurred computer screen is visible in the background.
A vibrant sunset sky displays hues of orange, pink, and purple, with thin clouds streaked across it. Silhouetted against the sunset are several houses, some trees, and a tall, thin pole.
A photo I took of myself laying in bed and my cat, Kumquat, looking at me right when I wake up. You can see the blankets on the bed, the pillows and my purple sleep mask.
A photo I took of the sunrise here in Winston Salem. You can see a bunch of orange and yellow colors in the sky and the clouds. You can also see some of the trees I captured in the photo.
A photo I took of Pac-Man and three ghosts hanging on the wall at the local Red Robin. They appear to be made out of tile in some form. Pac-Man is yellow, then there is a red an orange and a green ghost.
A photo I took of the moon between the limbs of a tall tree that's out in my backyard. You can see parts of the fence, the yard and other things.
My orange and white cat, Kumquat, hanging out in the closet. He's sitting on an APC battery backup and you can see a couple of Chewy boxes behind him.
A photo I took of the sunset last night here in Winston Salem, NC. You can see the pretty colors of the sky, tops of a house or two, some trees.
A photo I took of the Plushtodon stuffed Mastodon animal that is sitting on my computer desk. You can see part of my keyboard, my mouse, mouse pad, monitors and other stuff behind Mastique.