Hey there! I’m Michael, an IT professional and occasional power lifter, with a background in systems and supply chain and an interest in programming. This space is where I’ll document my professional journey, share insights, and track my growth. I hope one of my posts can help one person out there in some niche situation, the way many other obscure blogs have helped me.
I've been feeling overwhelmed by constant responsibilities and distractions, impacting my focus and productivity. Inspired by a YouTube video on regaining focus, I plan to meditate regularly, improve my sleep hygiene, and make time for exercise. By setting these goals, I aim to develop long-lasting habits that enhance my mental clarity and overall well-being.
It's been a little over 8 years since I tried to learn C++. With the newest edition of Programming: Principles and Practice 3rd Ed. recently released, I figured it'd be a good time to learn again. Trying to run C++20 and up on my Apple Silicon MacBook has proven to be too challenging, though.
This post will cover the importance of email security and provide a guide on setting up SPF (Sender Policy Framework), DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail), and DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) for email authentication and protection.
In this post, I'll explore my strategies for tackling email overload, from efficient handling of internal and external communications to fostering a culture of responsive and organized email practices.