Tech Rants & Random Adventures
Sally Tong

Hi, I'm Sally!

Tech enthusiast, book worm, and professional coffee drinker

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Throwback Adventure: The Day I Conquered the Heights

A memory that still gives me butterflies!

Sally rock climbing
Me pushing my limits back in 2015 - what a rush!

Why Climbing Taught Me About Coding

This photo takes me back to my first serious climb. I remember being terrified at the base, just like when I first looked at a complex codebase.

What I learned that day:

  • One move at a time: Just like solving coding problems
  • Trust your gear: Or in tech terms, trust your tools and tests
  • The view is worth it: That satisfaction when everything works
  • You'll surprise yourself: With what you're capable of

I don't climb much these days (too busy debugging!), but the lessons stuck with me. Every time I face a tough technical challenge, I remember that feeling of looking down from the top and thinking "I actually did this!"

Fun fact: I still keep my old climbing shoes on my bookshelf for inspiration!

Latest Rants & Musings

Tech post
February 3, 2026

Why I Still Love JavaScript in 2026

Exploring the quirks and features that keep me coming back to JavaScript, despite all the shiny new alternatives...

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My Current Book Obsession

QuickStart Guide to Vulkan Compute

QuickStart Guide to Vulkan Compute

April 18, 2025 Vulkan Compute Vulkan Compute

I read this while soaking in the bath (waterproof case essential!) and kept having 'aha' moments about GPU Programming.

I was skeptical at first, but the chapter on GPU Programming completely changed my perspective. It's rare to find a tech book that's both practical and inspiring!

Perfect for reading with a cup of coffee (or three) when you really want to dive deep into Vulkan Compute.

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Raw & Unfiltered Tech Thoughts

You won't believe what I discovered while debugging last night...

Random Life Story

I tried to explain recursion to my grandma. She still doesn't get it, but the cookies she made while I was talking were amazing.

Tech Tip of the Day

Documentation is like a gym membership - only useful if you actually use it.

Current Book Obsession

I read this while soaking in the bath (waterproof case essential!) and kept having 'aha' moments about GPU Programming.

What really stood out to me was how the author approached GPU Programming. It made me rethink my entire approach!

I'd give this book 4.5 out of 5 coffee cups (because everything in life is measured in coffee).

Fun Fact

The QWERTY keyboard layout was designed to slow typists down to prevent jamming.

'First, solve the problem. Then, write the code.' – John Johnson

My Wanderlust Bucket List

Places that spark my coding wanderlust

Tokyo neon streets
#1 Craving

Tokyo After Dark: Where Tech Meets Cyberpunk Dreams

The moment I saw a robot mix cocktails while projecting code on the wall, I knew I had to go...

Silicon Valley office
Love/Hate

Silicon Valley: Tech Mecca or Overhyped Bubble?

I simultaneously want to tour Google's campus and throw eggs at Zuckerberg's house...

Iceland northern lights
Pure Magic

Debugging Under the Northern Lights

Where else can you fix bugs by day and soak in geothermal pools by night?...

Which tech destination speaks to your soul? Or which one would you AVOID at all costs?

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