Beyond engineering

What shapes me beyond the work.

The films, series, books, places, and people that shape how I see the world beyond systems and software.

Books

Ideas I return to

Focus on What Matters

Practical Stoic reflections on directing attention toward the work, relationships, and choices that matter most.

2022Darius ForouxPhilosophy

Four Thousand Weeks

A thoughtful challenge to productivity culture and a more honest approach to our limited time.

2021Oliver BurkemanTime & life

Deep Work

A practical framework for protecting concentration and producing valuable work without distraction.

2016Cal NewportProductivity

Getting Things Done

A practical system for capturing commitments, clarifying next actions, and reducing mental clutter.

BookDavid AllenProductivity

The Psychology of Money

Timeless lessons on behavior, risk, compounding, and building a healthy relationship with money.

BookMorgan HouselPersonal finance

Atomic Habits

A clear framework for making small behavioral changes compound over time.

BookJames ClearSelf-development

The Richest Man in Babylon

Simple financial parables about saving, investing, and building lasting wealth.

BookGeorge S. ClasonPersonal finance

Master Your Emotions

Practical exercises for understanding emotional patterns and responding with greater clarity.

BookThibaut MeurisseEmotional wellbeing

Die with Zero

A framework for balancing money, time, health, and meaningful experiences across life.

BookBill PerkinsLife planning

The 5 AM Club

A motivational system for protecting focused morning time and building consistent routines.

BookRobin SharmaPersonal development

Everything Is F*cked

A reflective exploration of hope, meaning, and modern discomfort.

BookMark MansonPhilosophy

Scrum

A concise guide to iterative delivery, empowered teams, feedback loops, and continuous improvement.

BookJeff SutherlandProduct delivery

Media

Video conversations.