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FEATURED BLOG 2026-08-21 8 min read

Rebuilding FunkyFresh.tv: Engineering a Custom Digital Ecosystem

Behind the scenes of the latest site redesign—moving away from rented templates to a self-hosted, performance-first web architecture, and what it means for my upcoming creator projects.

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// RECENT BLOGS (13)

Engineering
8 min read

From March Stream Recaps to Building Stream Metrix

A look back at returning to streaming, the burnout of tracking monthly stats manually, and why I finally decided to build my own multi-tenant analytics platform in Go.

2026-09-04Read
Engineering
10 min read

Why You Need a Developer, Not an AI, to Code Your Applications

An unvarnished look at why chat-based AI tools fail at building real multi-tenant software, the hidden security costs of code generation, and where AI actually belongs in a developer's toolkit.

2026-09-01Read
Design
4 min read

Designing Fast, Focused Creator Portfolios

Balancing heavy interactive animations with lightning-fast load times when building modern web experiences for high-activity spaces.

2026-08-22Read
Engineering
5 min read

SEO Best Practices for Niche Digital Brands

How creators can improve search visibility, configure efficient domain routing, and ensure their primary web hub acts as a discoverable anchor.

2026-08-05Read
Engineering
6 min read

The Case for Owning Your Digital Infrastructure

Why modern creators are moving away from rented third-party platforms and building centralized, self-hosted web hubs for total control over their brand.

2026-07-23Read
Gaming
8 min read

More Than Just Car Soccer: How Streaming Rocket League Built a Family

When I started broadcasting back in late 2016, I was just looking to play some games. I didn't realize it would turn into a lifelong community, finding some of my best friends, and building 'Funky Town'.

2026-07-07Read
Engineering
12 min read

The Long-Game Play: Why Custom Development Outpaces Out-of-the-Box Builders

Why custom development is a superior choice in the long run compared to hosted builders like Wix or Carrd. Control your ecosystem, optimize for performance, and avoid the paywall trap.

2026-06-22Read
Gaming
8 min read

Mastering Rocket League on Keyboard & Mouse: Advanced Mechanics Guide

A practical guide for KBM players looking to master advanced Rocket League mechanics, unique mouse-and-keyboard layouts, tap-steering, and aerial precision.

2026-06-12Read
Engineering
8 min read

Transitioning to Ultrawide: Optimizing the Samsung Odyssey G9 for Production & Utility

Why I moved my gaming and streaming workspace from a 32:9 super-ultrawide to a 16:9 1080p monitor for performance, while repurposing the Samsung Odyssey G9 into the ultimate productivity command center.

2026-05-11Read
Gaming
8 min read

The Upgrader's Dilemma: Why Fixing Your Gaming Rig Always Turns Into a Side Quest

You just wanted a little more storage space or a quick RAM tweak. Five hours later, you're deep in cable management hell and questioning every life choice. Welcome to the PC builder's curse.

2026-04-26Read
Gaming
5 min read

Organizing Community Tournaments: Lessons from Funky Town Throwdown

A practical framework for hosting engaging, viewer-voted community game nights, managing brackets, and fostering an active Discord community.

2026-04-03Read
Engineering
4 min read

Audio Routing & Mic Processing for Live Creators

Dial in your broadcast audio using enterprise routing techniques, noise gates, and hardware processing for clean vocal delivery.

2026-03-27Read
Engineering
5 min read

Upgrading the Broadcast Chain: Why I Moved from GoXLR Mini to the RødeCaster Pro II

Breaking down the hardware migration from a GoXLR Mini to a RødeCaster Pro II for advanced external audio processing, future-proofing a dual-PC streaming setup, and utilizing built-in master compression.

2026-02-18Read